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Rain shell opinions need
So I'm looking at upgrading my waterproof/not very breathable rain shell (Marmot Precip - XL 13.4oz). It's been a good jacket mainly because of all the venting options (pit zips, mess core...
Gear choices for the PCT
I'm finally starting to plan for the Pacific Crest Trail for 2010. I want to make a little shopping list early so I can plan out my spending for the winter. So,...
Blood pressure meds and ibuprofen
Just wanted to put this out there for those of you taking blood pressure medications. I recently led a group on an overnight on the AT in MA. Everything was going fine...
Lightest white gas stove?
Is the Whisperlite it? i think the simmerlite is I think my MSR Dragonfly is about the heaviest modern white gas stove made for backpacking. (Not counting the box-type Primus stoves of...
Cuben shelter. only 6 oz.
I made a prototype shelter by using 0.6 oz. cuben fiber. dimension: 8.6' wide x 5' depth x 4.3' tall shape: pyramidal shape with catenary cut it's only 6 oz.(170g) without stakes,...
Headlamps for Cold Winter Use
I've totally converted to the tiny sub 1 ounce doo dads for 3 season use, but am wondering what people recommend nowadays for winter use in very cold climates like the White...
What ONLINE mapping software do you use?
I'm interested in finding out what online services are available for creating maps for hiking. I'm not interested in comercial software like National Geogrphic TOPO, Delorme Topo, MyTopo, etc. I'm looking for...
Birthday Money
I still have $200 left from my birthday money and am looking for suggestions on how I should spend it to lighten up my pack. My wife and I are going to...
Going from 15 to 10
Hey everyone, I've been browsing this forum for a while but this is my first post. I started 2009 with a base weight of over 40 lbs, but when my wife and...
Trying to decide what tent to make & going crazy over it
I'm going crazy trying to decide what design I should use for a tent. I would like a floor and full bug protection. If I can do 2 person for little weight...
ULA New Owner interviewed!
Questions! 1. What changes do you plan? 2. What do expect to continue? 3. What will you do to build on and sustain ULA's excellent reputation? 4. Why did you buy the...
ULA New Owner interviewed!
Questions! 1. What changes do you plan? 2. What do expect to continue? 3. What will you do to build on and sustain ULA's excellent reputation? 4. Why did you buy the...
ULA New Owner interviewed!
Questions! 1. What changes do you plan? 2. What do expect to continue? 3. What will you do to build on and sustain ULA's excellent reputation? 4. Why did you buy the...
MYOG pack raft
Has anyone tried to MYOG a pack raft? I've played with ideas, but have not put scissors to fabric. Concept 1: uncoated pack cloth shell with oversized mylar, polyurethane, or cuben bladders....
Working at going UL
I will start with an introduction. My name is Mike. I am 30 years old and live in Burnsville, MN. I am also a disabled veteran (Marine Corps). A few years ago...
Ultralight Backpacking Ethically (UBE)
You city live, you ride a bike or walk. And you carpool to the mountains. It works for you. Good. I have no issue with that. One time long ago I lived...
The Great Himalaya Trail
A new route has been declared. I'd love to see someone thruhike it. I'd love to do it myself. Alas, I suspect that the various governments will not allow independent hikers. Perhaps...
AM/ FM Receiver
Was out on the trail for a few days recently in really miserable but unexpected weather: near freezing, drenching, unending rain. I wished for a tiny, UL AM/ FM receiver (or just...
Compact ‘High Dynamic Range’ Camera?
I am looking for a camera that will support High Dynamic Range post-processing. To me, this means having Auto Exposure Bracketing with at least three frames, across +/- 2EV. For the camera...
Ultralight Rifle
"I've walked and camped all over the place in Canada too. Ths situation isn't the same in the USA where I don't think trespass is considered a minor issue. " I'm afraid...
