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Warmth of down when compressed
Hi folks, I read a thread on here recently that mentioned that down does not loose too much warmth if worn compressed. unfortuntaley I cannot find the post and was wondering if...
3 season MN list
Here is my attempt at UL Shelter- CCS 8x10 tarp w/ stuff sack 16oz Guyline 5oz 12 stakes 18g each Ground cloth 6 1/4oz Sleep- REI Sahara down bag 36oz Dry bag...
Using Google Earth for Trip Planning
Trying to figure out how to use Google Earth for trip planning. Seems like it has massive potential, but I can't find a trails overlay, or really any way of getting my...
Evolution of UL Hiker
Is there a process where people go to light and return to heavier options...albeit light heavier options. What are your thoughts? Did you go lighter and move back a bit for your...
Finally got a tarp
I was looking at small tarps but ended up getting an 8x10 tundra tarp from Cooke Custom Sewing. It is made with 1.1oz sil-nylon and is said to weigh 14oz but I...
Heavy gear that works
My Dad's North Face 30*F sleeping bag that must be 15+ yrs. old still kicks butt. It has lost some loft over the years and weighs a darned heavy 3-1/2lb. and only...
Pillow woes
I have come to the conclusion that I need a real pillow for backpacking in order to sleep well and to avoid waking up with a terrible pain in my neck. I've...
Ultralight Three-Season Down Jackets State of the Market Report 2010 Part 3
Multi-purpose three-season down jackets balance light weight, warmth, and features. These jackets are designed to please as many people as possible, in as many activities as possible, while keeping the overall weight light enough to impress the average consumer. Our evaluation includes comparative specifications, calculated parameters, warmth testing, ratings, and identifying the standouts for different situations, needs, and preferences.
Granite Gear Vapor Trail vs lidless Meridian Vapor
I recently retired my ~56oz Nimbus Meridian for use as a winter pack and went to a ~38oz Vapor Trail for 3-season, but I miss the panel-loading. Thinking of splitting the difference...
Headnet Options
I've been waiting for a few months for the BPL headnets to come back in stock, but it looks like I might need to consider other options for this summer. Mountain Laurel...
Not all Sil-nylon is created equal!
Today I did some crude yet useful water holding tests with several light weight fabrics. I simply folded the corners of the material and filled each sample with about 1 liter of...
Pinnacle or Catalyst
I'm not a huge fan of ordering online. Especially packs. I really want the Catalyst yet I'm hesitant because of the possibility of it not fitting me right or just being uncomfortable...
Need to Lighten Up/Choosing Pack
I need to work on lightening up. I, like probably most beginning backpackers, went to REI and bought the stuff I did not have and hit the trail. I knew nothing about...
JMT Hike by Boy Scout
I will hike the JMT end of July to raise money for my Eagle Scout Project. While I feel confident that I can carry everything that is currently on my gear list,...
Baladeo
Was this necessary? Don't know one knife guy who thinks this is a great design. Where are the items we have been asking for, are perpetually out of stock etc... Bad management...
Backpacking Light @ REI = LOL
REI Ultralight Backpacking Article I found this quite entertaining! That's pretty bad... Although, some of the gear they mentioned wasn't bad. Nothing wrong with a MH Phantom 32, NeoAir is good and...
Advice for Neophyte ULer: If you did it all over again?
Hi, I need some advice from you sages/gurus on gear. I"m sure this topic has been asked to death. Nonetheless... please help. I'm a complete beginner with not much gear and a...
Super thin cotton t-shirts? Blends?
I don't have many outdoor retailers nearby and wondering if anybody knows of a specific model cotton short-sleeve t-shirt that I could mail order that is especially thin. I prefer cotton and...
Trailside video photography
Michael, this is what I'm talking about... intermediate codec. It's a frequently used technique. As for software I can only speak of Power Director (which is a turd) and Adobe Primere (Which...
Knives
I haven't been here long, but I've noticed a lot of people don't bring much by way of a knife. I'm guessing this is one of the polarizing topics as I'm sure...
