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Help with titanium pots
Chris, From my perspective a .9 Liter pot is a ONE PERSON pot size. 1.3 is pushing it. A 2 person is a 2 Liter pot. Yes, this is heresy to some...
Best baseplate compass
You've received an abundance of information here and obviously it's up to you at this point to determine what your needs/wants are for the compass. As Roger mentioned, and I agree with,...
2013 Spring Patagonia Houdini Pants / Jacket
Based on the way REI clears old inventory quickly it's almost certainly the newer Houdini. Telltale signs of a newer model Houdini: very small pocket that's hard to stuff, and small zipper...
Winter Backpacking in RMNP
No trip report yet, but did post the photos from a trip I was on recently... Three Days/Two nights on the western side of Rocky Mountain National Park. http://www.flickr.com/photos/pmags/sets/72157632928099656/ Fortunate enough to...
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...
