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the DIY Gear Scramble-a-Thon!
Hello friends! I'm new to BPL.com, and this is my first post. I'm a 26 yo man, living in Boulder, CO, and recently I lost my job and have been floating in...
Polycryo Strength Analysis
That's even better than the $4.50 clearance ones I got at Walmart last spring! A quick note for anyone attempting one of these, make sure the washers you use are robust enough....
Please check my math
I'm considering making a new down quilt to replace an existing one made with APEX. I'm familiar with the ongoing difficulties trying to compare CLO, loft, etc, between the two, so I've...
Lightweight Backpacking, Wal-Mart Style
some of you guys assume that stuff in big box stores is disposable ... simply not true as i said costco carried MADE IN CANADA merino for $15 dollars not too long...
Clothing set up
Hey all SO I am still constantly working on getting my base pack weight down, and I think alot of my weight lies in my clothes. My backpacking is mostly in california...
GRAND TETON'S/WIND RIVER RANGE
What is the best Grand Teton's 4 to 5 day backpack trip ? I will be flying into Jackson Hole early Sept 2013. After Teton's want to do a 5-6 day trek...
Tarptent scarp 1 or big sky chinook 1 plus? Any opinions/experiences?
Hey y’all! I’m in the market for a four season tent and mainly have it narrowed down to the tarptent scarp 1 and big sky chinook 1 plus. They have a lot...
What would you replace?
If little green space aliens descended from the sky and took all your stuff - everything! - what one camping gear item would you move heaven and earth to replace with the...
Episode 67 | How to Poop in the Woods (Skills and Tools for Backcountry Pooping)
Companion forum thread to: Episode 67 | How to Poop in the Woods (Skills and Tools for Backcountry Pooping)Ryan and Andrew chat about new gear and techniques for the age-old question: how...
My ION list (w/ pics)
Hey everyone, this is my first time posting a gear list on here, so be kind :D First off, I want to thank everyone on the forum for being so informative. I've...
My impressions so far on going light
This is my first year of lightweight backpacking and I want to share what I have learned so far. My mental well being is much healthier on the trail. I no longer...
Is Enlightened Equipment temperature rating accurate?
Yes can you do the EN test? Anyone with $600 can do the EN test at Kansas State University. A lot of good stuff in all these postings. Michael: Testing everything with...
Advice on lessons for ski backpacking
I started getting into winter backpacking this winter and have done a bunch already. There are a couple destinations I want to cover later this spring that are a bit too far...
2022 Bob Open
If the route hadn’t taken me to Missoula (my hometown), I don’t think the long float on Day 4 would have added much to the overall trip. There is a tangible change...
Raccoons...
This weekend our scout troop was invaded by raccoons... due to bears all food was hung in bags - some hangs better than others but I suspect that the crafty guys managed...
SMD Haven vs. TT DR
I was reading through an old thread about these two shelters. Thought I would try to revive some conversation. Living in the humid southeast how much of an advantage is the haven...
QR Codes + Trail Signs
Project Update....Been exploring the use of QR Codes with Signs. -Testing Materials for the signs -Laser Cut prototype QR codes -Laser Cut prototype trail sign with QR code Intended user -- Beginner...
Tarptent Hogback
Anyone out there know anything about the 4 man Hogback? I am considering this for packing with my wife and 3 kids. My kids are pretty young (10-6 years old) and I...
BPL Scale
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/summit_digital_scale.html I am thinking about shelling out the $50 for this thing. Does anyone have any experience with it. Feel free to give your opinions. Thanks! Just got a $40 one at...
Trekking poles and gear weight?
I've recently revamped all my gear,got my base weight down to 10# not including my Leki's. When i consider where i do all my backpacking,Rugged mountains of WV and western VA i...
