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stove for winter
Bob says: "I have heaps of experience with MSR WG stoves. If I could pass on one tip it would be to make certain to lubricate the end of the fuel tube,...
Cookware suggestions for 2?
I am a newbie that needs a recommendation for cookware, utensils, mugs for 2 people. I have a Pocket Rocket stove and canister, but nothing else. (I know about alcohol/esbit stoves, and...
Best wildlife encounters?
Rare bird, lynx kitten, bull moose fight? Let's hear your cool stories and happy memories of meeting wildlife in the wild. Bear: Had a black bear walk right in front of me...
Made a new cookset and carbon fiber lid
My friend gave me a piece of scrap carbon fiber that he made for a race car a few months ago, so I decided to spice up my cook set... .005 foil...
Gear you use off the trail
I'm just wondering if there is anyone out there that is using any of their backpacking gear past or present in a daily fashion. I have been considering using some gear at...
Lightest 10 day stove
Hi there, I've got a fun challenge. What is the lightest fuel powered (alcohol, butane, esbit, etc.) stove setup for 10 days assuming 1/2 liter is boiled twice a day. Assume 3...
How come I see water disinfectant but not filtration in gear lists?
Hi, Preface: I am new to backpacking so excuse the naive question. I have been looking at gear lists from the members here and for water treatment I usually see pills or...
MSR Reactor vs. regular stove
Servuz! I've been searching for a canister stove for quite a while now. I've been using white gas stoves for the most, I have one Dragonfly and one whisperlite. I will be...
Steripen Usage
As you can see, the pumpkin is always an important part of the steripen equation :) The steripen fits snugly into the cap and water pressure keeps it there without any assistance....
what does “boil and set” mean?
I was looking at a list of foods to take on a backpakcing trip, and the author of the list (Carol Crocker) says that she uses the "boil and set" method. Does...
Backpacking meals update - taste tests
Just tried several new meals. Tried MANY. The freeze dried meals industry is really getting good. My Favorites are still Pinnacl Foods (!), Stowaway Gourmet .  Current Faves: Pinnacle Foods: Herb Roasted...
How should men act when encountering women on the trail, especially solo hikers?
Ben H’s response to MB was much better. Well to be fair to David, we were responding to two different posts. My response was to MB's initial post, which was more nuanced....
Ruta Locura Jetboil Stove Kit for $40 on Massdrop
Link 7 days left and only four takers so far. $11 Gearbest stove and two pieces of sheet titanium and a carbon fiber lid for +$50, such a deal. Out of stock...
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 15
Companion forum thread to:Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 15 There is a new form of inconsiderate behavior that is catching on very quickly: playing music through loudspeakers in public parks, open spaces,...
ACCIDENTALLY PREPPED FOR THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE
So, how many of us with enough gear to supply a Scout troop feel we are "accidentally" prepped for disaster? I mean, c'mon, 3 kinds of water sterilization, 5 stoves, 3 tents,...
Emigrant Wilderness, Iceland Lake
Long time lurker, I decided that it was time to finally join and start posting. My girlfriend and I decided to head to Emigrant for a quick overnight for the Fourth of...
selfish - a secret place
[...] I have a few spots I like that are off the beaten path but nothing so secret that some research and map reading couldn't dig it up. Share if you want...
u.l. pack comfort
I've tried every pack on at rei and they are not comfortable to me. I had a rei starlite for a few years and while it is heavy it is the most...
LW Candy!?
As a backpacker with a wicked sweet tooth, I am interested in what folks take for LW candy on the trail. What are some of your favorites? Hmmmm...I gotta admit that for...
Bushcooker LT 1
15cc's? That is almost enough to boil the water by itself in a good alcohol stove.... I do like the way your louvered base works with the alcohol flame though. A guy...
