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The Initiative...12,500 miles, one year, will he do it?
I'm tempted to look at the thread over on whiteblaze, but it's not hard to resist. The general forums over there can be more hostile than any place I've seen on the...
New PCT 2011 gear list
"metronidazole" I think that is the standard drug of choice here in the USA. There seems to be some flexibility in the dosage, and that depends on exactly how severe the symptoms...
Gear List for 3-Season Western Hiking
I have a setup largely informed by my hikes on the AT and LT. It's frustrating to see my kit weigh more starting another long trail than it did finishing the last...
Solar Panels??
Mark Ryan, I just got my Solio Classic that I bought in Gear Swap for $40. I'm excited and I can't wait to try it out. I'll post on this thread my...
Solar Panels??
We hiked the JMT this summer north to soutch for three weeks and used a PowerFilm USB + AA Solar Panel Charger to charge AA batteries (Sanyo Enelope) for several devices. We...
Tarptent Moment vs GG The One
I am thinking about a one person shelter and while I have always wanted to go with a tarp, where I hike (Midwest mostly) you need bug protection. So I am looking...
Ski Advice
Hey There, I'm looking to get some skis! Mostly keen on using them for some light-duty touring. I'd love to find a ski that I can do some lighter touring with (through...
Big 3 vs. Big 4?
So we all know that the big three are shelter, sleeping and pack but the idea behind the big four is more confusing, at least for me. From what I have gathered...
2010 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Sorry gang, this might be venturing a bit too far off topic .................but I got to throw out some love to my little Texas Instruments TI-1100. I have always wondered why it...
Packs: Which one?
I currently use a Golite Pinnacle(my first UL pack). I want to get a new pack, as there are a few things I dislike about the golite. I have widened my choices...
ThermaRest-like Foam ?
Hi, If I wanted to make an insulated inflatable sleeping pad similar to a Therm-a-Rest, which foam product would you recommend? This sleeping pad would be used mainly in winter temperatures around...
Re-purposing old down. How can I tell what fill I have?
I've got an old down jacket and a giant down comforter. Both have developed enough holes and tears that they're no longer functional, but I just can't bring myself to throw them...
The Khumbu - Nepal
This TR is a long one! I tried to embed a few photos. For just the photo set, go to flickr here - http://www.flickr.com/photos/35831538@N00/sets/72157625511432067/ This is supposed to be “easy” trekking. Really,...
Western Mountaineering Tamarack
No reviews on the Tamarack yet so I'm giving my first impressions. After I use it a few times I intend to come back and add further thoughts on performance. Since it's...
What temperature would you be comfortable at?
I'm waiting to get a chance to test this for myself but so far the weather and my schedule haven't been working together. I mean I could test it right now but...
Montbell EX Light (5.7 oz.) vs. Arc’teryx Atom LT Jacket (11 oz.)
Warren ... I suggest using what you have now ... You can try usingbyr dri ducks as a windshirt as well if it gets windy then decide if you need more gear...
New Kifaru Pack - less then 3lbs, 5200 ci, will carry 100+ lbs!
I have checked these packs out on the Kifaru site and even looked at some of Aron's pack reviews on Bowsite; I am impressed by them and tend to think that they...
Getting equipped... help!
Hey everyone, I’m hoping to be part what might be called the “new generation” of UL backpackers. I’ve never backpacked before, so starting from (almost) scratch vs. lightening my gear. My wife...
Advice from 1974
i found this rather amuzing, hope you will too. from "A complete guide to hiking and backpacking in missouri, 1974" in the section about clothing "The use of layers of clothing allows...
Momentum 50
I received my M50 on 12/3 and started working on making a jacket immediately. I am still new to sewing, this is was my fourth jacket. I have been gaining confidence working...
