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Glove choice for the PNW winter, shell?
I'm looking for a waterproof gloves for winter use in PNW, mainly for hiking/backpacking purpose. On a recent backpacking trip, the temps were in low 40' s and I had hard time...
How to get all the things of a Trangia I like but just smaller and lighter
I'm a 30-year veteran Trangia user, and I've progressively replaced my camping gear with lighter backpack, tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag. %he main piece of large heavy kit I still have is...
@Nick: Please keep the finds coming! Okay, Old Stoves
Okay, I have been digging gear out of the rafters, closets and storage buildings to comply with the Boss's directive of efficient storage. Unfortunately I got side-tracked when I decided to "restore"...
Speaking of Chili - Quinoa and Bean Chili with Tomatillos
This chili recipe came about because my darling husband was craving quinoa. It didn’t matter that we’d had quinoa soup for two days before, he still wanted something else with quinoa. His...
Where do you splurge?
So I spend all this time and money working down to sub5lbs and know I find myself working back up weight wise lol I am curious on where my fellow bplers allow...
Pants for winter hiking, snowshoeing, XC skiing - under $100
If you could help me with some suggestions that would be awesome. I am liking the RailRiders Winter Weatherpants. Would other RailRider models work too? I am open to any and all...
MLD Ti Pot Smells
I appreciate this thread --- I just got this pot, and had noticed that the bottom looked a little, I don't know, greasy or something, though not a lot of smell. So...
Steripen Adventure Users: What bottle?
For those who use the Steripen Adventurer, I'm curious as to what container you are using during sterilization? I've read some of the following ideas: 1) Nalgene widemouth hard bottle 2) Nalgene...
Carbon Fiber Poles in Thunderstorms
I was just reading a Trail Journal for July 9th from "Thirsty" in which he's blown off his feet by lightning 30' or less away. He happened to be walking with metal...
Titanium Pot 750ml w/bail Kits
Coming this week, Titanium Pot 750ml w/bail Kits Pot with lid weighs 4.5oz This is what the kit will look like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=7&v=zGEaQKY_Tec Hey Dan. Any way to just get one of those titanium...
Newb question about Isobutane
Hey there, I'm pretty new at this. I started backpacking in late April and I am taking my 4th overnighter (2 day) this weekend. So I guess that means I've been out...
Yosemite Trip
Hi all, New to the board here and I thought I'd get some advice from folks about a trip I'm planning. I'm planning a trip to Yosemite to hike Half Dome and...
VIDEO: Snowbank Lake Trail Loop BWCA, Day 3
Alright, here is some video of the final day of our Snowbank Lake Trail Loop hiking trip. I hope you've enjoyed them! I've gotta say I have a whole new respect for...
Hacked discussion of ZPacks restored
Someone attempted to delete and hide this thread. Uncouth behaviour. Cheers Roger Personally, I've been wondering what the next latest and greatest item or fabric would be. I still need to put...
Tunnel Tents Tutorial and State of the Market Report - Part 1: Definition and Pitching
Great article, and great debate from everyone. This is the sort of honest, evidenced (and sometimes opinionated!) discussion that keeps me coming back to this site. I have had the honour of...
Who does not love a cigar in the woods?
"Come on Brian, it's 2014. We live in a society of "me me me". Rights of others? What are you, a socialist? ;)" Great point! I wish it truly were a "me...
Simmerlite Weight vs. WindPro Weight
Well, Roger, it certainly seems like the possibilities are there to be investigated by one of our leading thermodynamicists. Meanwhile, I am toying around with a tiny butane burner. --B.G.-- I have...
gravity filter
The Sawyer filter is super easy to use, and the recent update w/incorporated quick connects is nice. I don't bother with a water bag. I just spliced the Sawyer into a 3L...
SteriPEN Pre-Filter/Water Bottles That Work
I have been using two CamelBak Podium Bottles. One with it's standard bite valve top and one with an MSR Quick Connect Bottle Adapter because I used an MSR HyperFlow water filter....
MYOG Tarp
Just finished moding my MYOG inner to better fit my new tarp which I've named "The Stealth One". The materials for the net tent also came from RipStopByTheRoll. The floor is the...
