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Is GPS All in Our Heads?
Back to the original topic ... I don't think anyone has yet mentioned that a GPS can be useful for at least some people as an *aid* to learning land navigation. For...
Jetboil Zip Hacks ... Part 2
Okay - messed around with the Jetboil Zip again today. Very happy with a couple more mods. New Lid: I like the Ziploc one mentioned in my last Zip post, but it...
Petroglyphs vs Graffiti, artifacts vs trash
... Petroglyphys - graffiti that have stood the test of time. No more. No less. Sometimes, when admiring priceless Sung Dynasty china... I think what would the original owner be saying if...
Gmap4 - Enhanced Google map viewer + high resolution topo maps + more
There are several general purpose online map tools based on Google Maps. All of us software developers do some of the same things and we also each do some unique things. It's...
An ultralight life?
[x] ignore test delete Ben, you have a point. One of the most efficient structures to live in from a carbon footprint point of view is a highrise. I have thought a...
Storm Resistance of Ultralight Shelters: Part 1, Introduction
Hi Roger and Struart, Nylon expands when wet. Please check it with a piece of fabric or look it up in a plastics reference. In commonly used fabrics, it's easily a +2%...
Storm Resistance of Ultralight Shelters: Part 1, Introduction
Companion forum thread to:Storm Resistance of Ultralight Shelters: Part 1, Introduction > The Akto is light when you consider it is designed to work in winter storm conditions > reliably. That's also...
Cheap, light tent stakes?
So my MYOG tarp is almost complete, but all I have are some old heavy stakes that I'd love to replace with something lighter. Is anyone out there using something light weight...
If you could only have one pack Part 2
But....I would not want to be in a cage with you Dave - maybe if we were the same age........will have to have age divisions I guess. :>) The Ultra Light Adventure...
Colorado Trail.
I'm in the process of planning it right now. If I post a spreadsheet of my days, resupplies, mileage, would a few of you who have done the CT critique it for...
Functional Secondary Air System
Now keep an open mind when reading this and try to understand how we can apply this to our backpacking size wood stoves. We all like talking about bushbuddies and hobo stoves,...
GoLite SL-1 for PCT
For those who have done the PCT or sections of it, would you recommend the Shangri-La 1 for it? This is going to be my first tarp purchase (never thought I would...
Ultra Light Bear Canister
Another advantage with all the other designs is that there are only two pieces to keep track of, not four. I'm telling you that little screw that holds it all together will...
How I Make a Living as an Adventurer
http://andrewskurka.com/2012/how-i-make-a-living-as-an-adventurer/ Q: What is just as effective as making money? A: Not spending money. I live on little. When I first became a full-time adventurer, my finances dictated that I do. Now,...
Zpacks
It seems to me that Zpacks has picked up a bit of business in ultralightweight shelters and ultralightweight backpacks. What I do not hear or see is any discussion about their ultralightweight...
Winter Hiking With Your Dog
I live in a relatively warm climate. However, the mountain areas can get down to freezing. Last weekend I canceled an over-niter because the weather report called for night time temps in...
Childs BackPack project
Hi all, I’ve been following this website and forum and really impressed with the community on here. I’m posting my first question now that I hope you can help me with. Basically...
MYOG Tunnel Tent - Pole Connector questions
Hi Sam Lathes - a little secret. There are lots of them around. Farmers have them, and so do retired men playing model railways, especially the steam freaks. Chase around, with a...
MYOG Tunnel Tent - Pole Connector questions
Aaron, thanks for that. I agree with what you said - I just can't find any (non-pultruded :) carbon tubing that has a large diameter but fairly thin wall and is available...
Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Jacket
Outdoor Research has recently released a new & improved version of their Helium rain jacket. I was wondering if anyone had a chance to try it out yet? Here are the specs:...
