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painting titanium
Bob, what method have you decided on :-) I had to go with what I could procure locally. I sanded the metal finish a little, then sprayed self etching primer. That is...
REI Sale 03/27/15 - What are you getting?
I need a Spot for My section hike for the PCT this summer The thickness of the mat is just a bit less than the UL 7. The outer baffles are about...
REI Sale 03/27/15 - What are you getting?
"The computer here is saying I'll get this by April the 4th, but I have my doubts." Campsaver called Exped for me and they were told another 3-4 weeks due to delays...
clothing for a july CT - HELP!
Here is some background info: On the move, I'm always REALLY hot. As in when I would run on the shore of Lake Michigan in January in 12 deg temps: off come...
My SUL setup ,what i like about it and some questions !
Hi there, my name is michael i've been backpacking for 4 years. I speak french so i am sorry for my crappy writing ! I,ve been reading this forum for a long...
Sierra Snowpack 2015
Water Conservation: Good intentions; unintended consequences. I say forget water conservation. We now have about 40 million people in CA. If we cut our water usage in half per person, we will...
Sierra Snowpack 2015
Interesting, my water bill always reads my usage at 1000 gallons per month. I assume that's the minimum the city will bill for. My yard is small though and I don't water...
Sierra Snowpack 2015
Perhaps a "repeat post", but Search didn't find it ... We are in full Spring mode here. I do not think we will get anymore cold weather. No more snow. and not...
Starlyte XL Initial Impressions and testing
Ok....40 test boils later, I have my initial results using the new XL starlyte burners with my .9 evernew ti-tri sidewinder setup. In a nutshell: Same great efficiency as the original starlyte,...
Chopping a bit more weight, advice from the experts?
Hi all! Over the last year or so, I've drastically reduced the weight of my gear. I used to go backpacking with a 50-60lb pack, and I dreaded taking it off, simply...
National Geographic map kit software - worth it?
http://www.rei.com/product/849099/national-geographic-ultimate-outdoor-map-kit I'm not entirely clear on this, but it appears that the above product allows you to install software on your computer that displays all the Trails Illustrated maps so that you...
ZPacks Arc Haul
Good comparison. I'm pretty confident the belt is right where it needs to be though. Most of my height is in my legs (high hip bones). Therefore, I think a pack size...
MEC Outathere Jacket 165 grams
So I saw a few weeks ago that MEC had a new light weight jacket called the Outathere Jacket. I have no affiliation with MEC other than being a member and bought...
Gear for the JMT?
My pack is currently around 32 lbs, but I only weigh 115 lbs so I would love to get it at least a few pounds lighter (without spending a fortune- I've gotten...
Sierra Designs Tensegrity 2 Elite
The design of this tent looks great. I like he flexibility and the porch for a lazy rainy afternoon. I've had such pleasant times under my hammock tarp in those conditions. I...
Lightest pack with a stay?
Just curious here, but I think Zimmerbuilt would be the only way to get a <20oz pack with a aluminum stay? Anyone know of anything else out there? Gossamer Gear sells a...
BRS-3000T stove Spotlite Review
I wondered about the current price for this stove. Sales must have been very good, as the price on the Gearbest web site is now down to $10.99 with promo code BRS3000TCM,...
New member gear list - Solo / Rainy / cold
So I'm new to this gear list and trying to get light thing but my last trip seemed... heavy. Help. Ideas? I want to start by making excuses because it was a...
Fix holes/rip in Gloves
Hello all, I'll start by first saying I am not a crafty person when it comes to sewing. My Outdoor Research Warrant gloves have developed tiny holes in the palm side of...
What do you use to keep track of distance travelled/steps taken/calories burned on a thru hike?
I'm looking for a pedometer of sorts, but also need to buy a watch for my thru of the JMT this summer. I had a pedometer years ago and really enjoyed knowing...
