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Packing an Ursack into an OHM
Well, I'm finally doing a hike where I feel it prudent to take a bear canister, in my case an Ursack. I have long avoided canisters for the additional weight, but even...
New Zimmerbuilt Pack
Ah, Christmas in June . . .Here is a preview of my new Zimmerbuilt Pack. I started off slowly with Zimmerbuilt products, first ordering a Summit Sack a couple of years ago...
Solo Pot ?'s
Trying to decide between the Toaks 550ml pot and the GSI Minimalist and wanted to get some opinions. Both pots are right around the same price. (Within $2 on Amazon) Obviously the...
noob botched her first summer quilt!
OK, there it is, I admit it. I really had a hard time sewing with the argon .67 nylon. I mean a really, really hard time. But I am just learning how...
Disposable water bottle + esbit + rocks = emergency day hiking stove?
It would be a nice piece of emergency day hiking gear for crappy weather if all you need are a handful of esbit tabs. You could build a little pot stand with...
Borah Gear Snowyside Bivy- Full Review!
I know a lot of people have been waiting for some feedback about the Borah Gear Snowyside. As an early adopter, I'll share my thoughts. Pictures on the blog: MaxTheCyclist.com The Borah...
Help Pimp my MTR to Whitney Food System
"I know some really fit guys that are younger and bigger, with higher metabolisms and carrying more pack weight without 'spare tires' who don't eat more than 2,000 cal per day on...
PCT 2015 Gear List = Heavier than I would like
Hi all. Just got an annual membership the other day (to any other new people thinking of joining, use coupon code "packlessbemore2011" for 60% off!), and figured I would post my gear...
Wrist GPS with digital mapping
Does a wrist GPS which performs like a handheld one exist (with digital mapping etc.)? If not, if I only use paper maps, will a wrist GPS suffice for: Display position Point-to-point...
Exped Lightning 60 Review
Companion forum thread to:Exped Lightning 60 Review Nice review Luke, very informative. "It was just over two pounds and rated to carry up to 53 pounds..." Did you weigh the empty pack?...
Where would you setup camp in this picture
I haven't had a lot of experience camping near treeline. One of my questions for those that have is how you handle thunderstorms. I have read through many threads about peoples approach...
Eight days backpacking with a DeLorme inReach SE
I was worried about DeLorme inReach SE battery life for an 8-day trip with no resupply. Those worries were justified, but the story was more complicated than that. Short version:I can get...
Tarptent Moment DW 2P
Pictures up on TT website. Avail for summer 14 That thing looks absolutely palatial. Good stuff.2P Moment DW Sweet! I am glad this had not yet been publicized when we bought our...
Sea to Summit Aeros UL pillow
Went in to REI to use up my $20 REI gift card from last month on an exped UL pillow large. Saw that sea to summit has a 2 oz pillow similar...
New Ultralight Bear Canister. Only 7.4 ounces!
Get it? Bear canister? So I read the thread title and with great excitement, click on it with the hopes of seeing some UL nirvana for the Sierras. I never wish injury...
Brass vs Aluminum Threads on Upright Canister Stoves
I'm shopping for an upright canister stove, and have gotten hung-up on thread wear and thread failure of the stoves. Maybe it shouldn't be a hang-up--don't know if it's trivial or significant....
What do you think of your Deuce of Spades?
If you put in for a Deuce of Spades trowel, you probably received it about now...what do you think of it? It's better than I thought it would be. It's a pretty...
PCT movie with Reese Witherspoon coming out
LMAO, Lori!!! :^) What I find funny is the kvetching about the whining in Strayed's book and now movie. ;) One person even went so far as to start a website and...
PCT movie with Reese Witherspoon coming out
Jonathon, your avatar look like Triumph the Insult Comic Dog's disapproving father. Whaaat? You vant to go into de showbeeznez? A perfect career...for me to poop on! FWIW, I thought Walk in...
the opposite of ultralight
Been meaning to share this story. About 10 years ago I was backpacking around Europe on my first trip there, lasting about 3 months. I was mostly sleeping in hostels, but I...
