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Any Enigma Reports???
Thanks Tim, I'll see it in 8 days? :) Duane Probably not even! Peter is stuffing it today so it will ship tomorrow via priority. -Tim I'm a pretty big guy (6'2",...
Don't camp in creekbeds
Those of you who hike the Southwest already know this, but coming from the Pacific Northwest, this video was a real eye-opener.flashflood yep. When you walk the canyons and see the debris...
Locus Gear CP3 Poles - Initial Impression
Hey everyone. So this is sort of a pickup thread from the GG LT4 thread a while back announcing that they were back in stock. It took a turn to Locus Gear...
New Sawyer mini: Gravity filtration vs. squeeze concept
A couple years back, I created this long thread on gravity filters: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=21537 I've been using my circa 2009 (all-black) Sawyer--the one that Wal-Mart sells with a water bottle--with good success in...
Backpacking With A Thermometer
Companion forum thread to:Backpacking With A Thermometer Contrarian view again... Many years ago I bought a thermometer that screwed into an aluminum case. It was an interesting toy, but really had no...
Backstitch vs Lockstitch
Which is better to secure the end of a seam? Or is there much difference between the two? By lockstitch I mean running the needle in one spot a couple of times...
BPL has Ads now ?
I understand not wanting the system to be gamed, but isn't the point to have ads that are clicked on regularly? If I clicked, for example, one ad per day, is that...
First aid kit contents?
Hello everyone. I'm new here. I'm not new to backpacking, but I am new to the lightweight thing. I've been a bit down-and-out medically speaking for a few years, but I'm making...
helping girlfriend reduce weight - personal fears
last July a friend who would later become my girlfriend told me she wanted to become an avid backpacker. i offered to go on an easy out and back on the AT...
Bug Out Bag / Prepper Setup / Survival-based UL kit and philosophy
Ben, now why would I shoot someone carrying a bottle of bourbon? :) Probably give ya a place to crash for the night and send ya on yer way with a pack...
Bug Out Bag / Prepper Setup / Survival-based UL kit and philosophy
Disclosure: In the interest of max exposure and feedback, I'm intentionally posting the following under 'gear' - not 'chaff' - expecting some may not agree. Before filing this away as propaganda, paranoia...
Squeeze Filter and Tannins
I just returned from a backpacking trip along the Washington State Wilderness Coast within Olympic National Park. I used the squeeze filter to treat water that was heavy in tannins. At the...
PROFESSOR HIKE: TOP 10 BEGINNER HIKER BLUNDERS
http://www.backpacker.com/prof_hike_beginner_mistakes/skills/14472 6. Going ultra-light without ultra-experience A regular backpacker going ultra-light is like a vegetarian becoming a vegan—it takes time to dial down a new, safe system. Definitions vary, but ultra-light hiking...
New Down Quilt from Sierra Designs with built in hood and hand pockets
"I have never posted on any forum like this before, and am clearly addicted. My wife thinks I am crazy, and thinks I should stop working on backpacking, stop talking about backpacking,...
camp/water shoes
I remember coming across a thread a few years back about a 1oz shoe that I think was originally in the swimmning products industry. Does this ring a bell to anybody? Could...
synthetic post...3 items questioned
I am going to ask about a few different synthetic items in this one post. Sorry if its been posted before buy things change and new items come out. #1. Favorite synthetic...
Paleo backpackers??
I was wondering how many paleo BPers there are out there and what you eat???? I started my paleo way of life almost 4 weeks ago and don't cheat I feel no...
icebreaker merino shrinkage?
Hi. I seem to be between a medium and a large on these. How much shrinkage have others seem with icebreaker merino baselayers? Thanks very much! Rhz As long as you wash...
Turkey Bag Cooking vs. Philmont
Just wondering what everyone experienced this past season in terms of the newly published policy on eliminating turkey bag cooking. This will be my fifth trek and we have used turkey bags...
6th Annual G.G.G. 1/24-26 2014
Thank you Sharon, Ken shot me an email, I just didn't want to place another comment or heaven forbid bump this. :) Duane Countdown is at 54 days!! Hey All, Here is...
