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NEOAIR XLITE MAX SV - Searching for a Wide and Light Sleeping Pad/Mat...
Even harder to find is anything in the torso/wide dimensions that is rectangular. Not a fan of the mummy shape as a toss-n-turn sleeper. Fortunately the Neoair Trekker is made in a...
Concept idea for framed, truly UL pack using bamboo, UHMWPE fabric, cord, etc
A number of years ago, when i first forayed into MYOG with very little knowledge or experience, i tried making a carbon fiber framed pack in an unusual design. Â It didn't work...
Snow Gaiters. Recommendations.
I'm looking for some recommendations for some snow gaiters. Initially they will be for some local peak bagging day hikes that may involve snow. I'm thinking long ones for possible post holing....
Making a super insulated silicone bottle
I have a hyrdoflask vacuum insulated bottle, and it's nice, but it's heavy being made out of stainless steel. I can't afford a titanium vacuum insulated bottle (and they're still on the...
Cuben Fiber, Dyneema, and the Ultralight Cottage Industry (Short Film & Commentary)
It's not the UHMWPE part that's expensive in highly aligned UHMWPE, it's the highly aligned part. I've used a lot of cuben over the past 5 years (tarps, tents, packs, rain gear...
Cuben Fiber, Dyneema, and the Ultralight Cottage Industry (Short Film & Commentary)
I would have to say that I am disappointed by Cuben, but still have hopes for it's potential. Rog, Dave, and others have already delineated the immense cons of Cuben. To whit: ...
Need some new rain shell pants
The north country has been harsh on my rain pants to the point I am considering a replacement. My lightweight (7oz) ones are Montane (forget the model) with Entrant DT 2.5 layer...
What dual usb charger do you use?
I bought this RavPower dual usb charger. Both ports are 2.4A. It charges very quickly but it's pretty heavy at 3 oz. It seems well made but is a generic one they...
DeLorme inreach users ??
Quick question for the folks who own either SE or Explorer. Are you satisfied with the units you purchased and if you were to do it again would you upgrade to the...
Sleeping pad recommendations
Hi guys, I've been using the Thermarest Z-Lite Sol pad for awhile, and I just don't sleep well on it at all. I'm looking for something lighter and more suitable for side-sleeping....
Primus Winter Gas Review
Wow. Â Thanks much. Â I just spent an hour looking at YouTube videos on how to refill your canisters, mostly with butane, but there were even a few using a proportion (20-30%) of...
Help From Fellow Size 12/13 Shoe Sizer's (UL Sandal Help)
I hope I'm not alone in the frustration of searching for UL sandals where I can find weights for size 12 or 13 (depending on brand) instead of only finding spec weights...
Henry Worsley: Antarctica Solo, Unsupported
Companion forum thread to: Henry Worsley: Antarctica Solo, UnsupportedHenry Worsley is attempting what could be the first solo, unsupported, and unassisted foot-crossing of Antarctica. Worsley? Why does that name ring a bell?  ...
0.7osy coated nylon
Just saw this - haven't seen it mentioned before: http://www.rockywoods.com/Fabrics-Kits/Ultra-Lightweight-Fabrics/7D-Ultralight-Coated-Ripstop-Nylon-Fabric 7D Sil/PU ripstop nylon 0.68osy 1,500mm HH, $12.99 / 58" yd Listed weight appears to include the coating. Does any one have...
I need a new compass
My compass cracked and lost it's fluid recently, so I need a new one. A quick search of recent threads suggests that people like Silva brand. I'm quite novice at using one...
Design Tools?
How do you all go about designing your equipment? I've thought about using "brown bag" paper to draw out the fabric pieces. I was hoping to find large sheets of graphing paper...
Idaho black bear attack
"But around 2 a.m., Vouch woke up as a 227-pound, five and a half-foot bear was sinking his canines into Vouch’s head." http://www.guns.com/2015/10/13/idaho-hunter-wakes-up-with-his-head-in-a-black-bears-mouth/ The hunter becomes the hunted. It's interesting that the...
Family Camping Tent
Thanks for all the excellent suggestions everyone. This thread made me realize that there is no one tent perfect for everything. Its very likely that in a few years I'll be buying...
Four day trip gear list - 4.3kg base weight
I posted this gear list as part of my post-trip report, but I thought I'd add here too. This is what I took on a 4 day hike along the Timberline Trail...
Weminuche Wilderness, Maroon Bells Wilderness
All I am looking to spend 5-6 days hiking in these two areas of Western Colorado next August. Preferably in areas that have less traffic that follow rivers/creeks and end at an...
