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Staying Healthy
This is a very important topic and I dont remember being it discussed before. So here it goes. Simple tips from top of my head. >Always clean your hands before eating by...
Philmont Scout Ranch: How Light Can You Go?
Companion forum thread to:Philmont Scout Ranch: How Light Can You Go? Another great article Doug! My Troop will be there in August and we will certainly be using a lot of your...
Pocket Rocket or SnowPeak GigaPower?
Simple question, which do you think is better and why? I stuggle between the two for many reasons. - MSR name and reputation. - Snowpeak has four stands which makes it more...
Durability and comfort of Neo Air vs. Big Agnes pads
I am thinking of replacing my beloved BA Insulated Air Core (regular) with a Neo Air (regular). How many of you have gone this route? My main concerns are comfort and durability....
new garmins foretrex 301 and 401
I think the Suunto's have some sort of intermittent setting where it comes on gets a reading and then turns the receiver off, so you can extend the battery quite a bit...
Leave No Trace Ethics
Please read this if you're going to debate the meaning of LNT: http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles.php I've always thought of Leave No Trace as the name of a group that simply advocates no/low impact backcountry...
Wp/b jackets – Need Market Update
I am looking to replace my REI "Ultralight" Jacket with something truly UL this year. Actually, it isn't that heavy. It weighs only around 12.5 oz with the cordlocks removed, but it...
Water Filter Failure
Mike, If you shoud recall where you found your viral size table at some point, I'd appreciate it if you would post the location. I've been searching various web sites and some...
Water Filter Failure
... I used a Katadyn pocket filter (ceramic element) many years ago on one trip. The last day I used it to filter water from the headwaters of a small river which...
Selling Lightweight: How Retailers Can Help Your Pack Weight
Companion forum thread to:Selling Lightweight: How Retailers Can Help Your Pack Weight I found your article fascinating. Thank you. I would only add that many retailers I have met do not seem...
Beginner needs gear list advice on solo PCT section hike
I'm new to backpacking but not to the outdoors and I've planned a solo 5 day trip from Stevens pass to Snoqualmie pass July 26th-30th. I know it's risky to go alone...
Most efficient gravity filter system – need market update
I know this is an old post, but thought I'd share my experiences. I have the Sawyer Water Purification Kit from Walmart. It's the .02 Micron size that filters out viruses. Longer...
MLD Hybrid Pack
I worked closely with Ron, of MLD, to create a hybrid pack that is a cross between the MLD Prophet and the MLD Revelation. The pack uses dyneema x material for the...
Single Hoped Cuben Tent
Hello all, I am in the process of making a single hopped Cuben tent. I have already ordered the carbon pole and will be getting the Cuben in a few weeks. I...
Lighttrek 4’s vs Ti Goat adjustables
hey Gearheads, can anyone comment on the differences they have seen between these two poles. My wife and I have had it with our el-cheapo REI adjustables and are looking to upgrade....
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap I have been quietly working on this idea for a few months. You can go back and check one of my threads about the new...
UL chest tackle pack?
Any recommendations for an UL chest takle pack to hold a couple of fly boxes, tippet material and tools? Most of the ones commecially available are far too heavy for UL backpacking....
UL ‘all in one’ alternative to the Jetboil?
So I'm steadily trimming the last few ounces from my gear list, and one of the 'luxury items' that I'm having a hard time parting with is my Jetboil, I like the...
Which packs should I be looking at?
I'm just getting started backpacking (first overnight in a week) and need some direction to narrow my choices down given my relevant info and desires below. I know most recommend getting all...
Gear List – Most Economical way to reduce
> If you like the Osprey Atmos, look at the Exos line. The Exos 46 is only 2lb 5oz. An even 2lbs if you remove the optional lid, which you shouldn't need...
