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New Here, and Returning Backpacker
Wow, what a website. I've been snooping here for a while and finally took the plunge. There is so much information! I have also noticed a really nice 'vibe' to the forum....
Long-Term Durability of Polartec NeoShell?
Hey Gang, Any long-term durability info on NeoShell from you guys? I jumped at the opportunity to swap my Gore-Tex Paclite shell for the EMS Helix NeoShell Anorak today, and I'm pretty...
New Patagonia Ascentionist 25/35/45L Climbing Packs
del They look real nice. The features actually look useful for once. I'd like to know if the load lifters would ever make it to 45 degrees on that pack --! Amen....
New MLD SoloMid XL
Or beer :-) Arrived home from work to find a Cuben version waiting for me. Uhhh...that's mine. Do you mind forwarding it? Thanks Oh crap Dave, my apologies. I will get it...
Uniqlo UL Down Parka reduced $10 - now $59.90
Most manufacturers offer products with the lowest possible 800 fill density of ~2.16 kg/m^3. This is done in part because most consumers erroneously believe only thickness determines warmth. For this class of...
One ounce knife and sheath
I found a Victorinox 3" serrated paring knife at Goodwill today. I considered making a Kydex sheath for it, but the sheath would weigh more than the knife, which just seemed WRONG...
Paradox Packs Evolution pack system review
Thanks for the heads up on the 24 article everyone. I wasn't sure if that review was the aforementioned or not. That one's sitting in another tab in my browser until I...
What Dan McHale has to say about UL backpacks
Gregory, you remind me of a KLR owner. When I run into folks who ride a KLR 650 as their adventure bike, they often think I'm totally nuts for paying for a...
First Post - A Confession/Trip Report
Fellow backpackers, This is my first post on BPL. Until now, I have been a simple ghost haunting the forums of BPL to find ways to cut weight while backpacking. I first...
GGG Whatcha Bringing?
Have something new or old that you want to show off? Have something in mind that you would love to see in real life? This is the thread for that. I just...
Battery charger pack specs comparison!
I wanted to find the smartest choice so I compiled a list of specs. It was annoying as hell to convert it from a spreadsheet into an image and it didn't come...
cheap down for MYOG
Bob, my sympathies! Thanks for being a lesson for us all! Since my down hasn't come yet (seems like a long time...) my measuring experimenting will have to be next weekend. I...
cheap down for MYOG
Just bought the materials to make my first down quilt and thought I'd share the deal I got on my down (free shipping always and 10% off). http://www.downlinens.com/products/premium-washed-down Use code: member10 for...
I say let's decide on a general consensus of Ultralight definitions and terms.
"My trips are important to me, but frankly they are crap compared to the trips of people who do post reports." I'd respectfully disagree. Trip report porn is almost as bad as...
I say let's decide on a general consensus of Ultralight definitions and terms.
That's a great idea Dave. I think a clearer definition is coming into view. As of now, the current "common" set is in the lead with 21 votes out of a total...
Steps toward lightening the load
I have only been a member for a couple of weeks, and this place is awesome. Thanks for all the advice so far! I do have another puzzle: I am trying to...
Great Poster Map of Sierra Nevada - A Recomendation
My Christmas present to myself was that I ordered this map of the Sierra Nevada: http://www.imusgeographics.com/sierra-nevada-map The rest of the site is very interesting too. I have always wanted one like this....
Cheap Carbon Fiber Poles From Costco.
Anyone try these? They are similar to my Black Diamond Carbon Fiber Cork poles, one of which I lost, which is the reason I bought the Costco knockoffs for $29.99. They have...
Lone Peak & Ultamid 2
A BPLer asked me if I thought he could fit in a Ruta Locura Lone Peak shelter. He's 6'5". He mentioned the difficulty he was having finding a shelter he could use...
Long distance thru hikes and feet growth / swelling
"As for our ancestors marching around in sandals or barefeet...those would be some nasty looking feet. Very flat. Calloused. Broad in the forefoot. Calves would be huge" birthdayshoes.com/what-a-natural-human-foot-looks-like-if-you-never-wear-shoes Jennifer, Thanks for that...
