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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...
100 weight fleece pullover is light?
Thought I'd share this find with you guys. I picked up this little number at my local TJ Max. It's a Marmot Bridgeport 1/2 zip. It was $29 for a 1/2 zip...
Lite Trail Solid Fuel System
I purchased this cook system about six months ago when they offered a limited run. The mug I received has the Toaks branding on it; from my understanding, this is not typical...
Attention Enlightened Equipment Enigma quilt users!
I"m looking for a decent review in regards to the new EE Enigma quilts. I haven't found much on BPL, or any other site. I have previously owned an EE Revelation 20...
GPS data vs Compass Declination
ah.. just researched as to why my older and still apparently perfectly functioning garmin geko was giving me odd declination info. it seems (Bob's op pending on this) that compass corrections come...
MYOG 2 person Tarp Tent
My Goal: Create a Tarp Tent that can be separated into a separated shaped tarp and inner net tent large enough for two. This will allow me to take either or both...
1000 Island Lake in winter
Maybe this should be in the Pre-trip planning forum, but since I don't actually have a plan yet, I'm starting here first. For those familiar with winter hiking and the Mammoth Lakes...
"Light" gear list to shoot for?
Hello all, I'm using the winter months to get my gear in order for summer Sierra backpacking. Let me start by saying I have nothing but respect for people in the 5-10...
