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VaprLoft Quilts - M50/Apex/SevenDS
I have a Montbell Thermawrap that has exoloft insultaion of 50g/sq meter. So at 28 gram/oz, your 4 oz insulation sheet is approximately 112g/sq meter? I'm just trying to get an idea...
MLD Burn
Andy- Your two packs shipped yesterday. Thanks! Nice Andy :D Yeppers, a Burn and Exodus. Problem now is that Im looking to start collecting gear for winter and will need a pack....
Caldera Keg H with Esbit
I hadn't seen much info about Esbit usage with the Caldera Keg and wanted to share my experience. My setup for my JMT hike this summer was as follows.. Caldera Cone and...
Caldera Keg H with Esbit
I hadn't seen much info about Esbit usage with the Caldera Keg and wanted to share my experience. My setup for my JMT hike this summer was as follows.. Caldera Cone and...
making the transition, seeking help with gear
I am making the transition to ultralight gear. current gear: -arcteryx bora 80 pack -big agnes pitch pine + insulated air core pad -msr miniworks water filter -caldera cone setup w/1.3liter titanium...
Cooking Systems
Fellow Scouts, Our two crews that are going to Philmont in August are experimenting with using large cozys and Gallon Freezer bags to cook their meals. Has anyone had success or failure...
Steripen Adventurer compatibility with Steripen pre-filter?
I am planning on buying a Steripen very soon, already purchased the Steripen pre-filter for wide mouth nalgene bottles. I discovered that according to REI as well as the instructions that comes...
Klearwater Klearwater
I used Klearwater on my trip this past summer in the Weminuche and was very impressed. It is very foolproof (no mixing) to use as it takes 1ml of Klearwater to purify...
Re-evaluating my water treatment options...
I’ve been using Aquamira drops as my backcountry water treatment since around 2005 and using Gatorade bottles to drink from. Previous to 2005 I had used a PUR Hiker filter. Though I’ve...
FunkSacs FunkGuard XL Mylar Foil Bags
FunkGuard XL Child Resistant Package bags adult use packaging. Keeps odors inside the bag. Critters can’t smell what’s inside. Foil lined mylar bags. 12″ wide x 9″ tall x 3″ bottom gusset...
Evaluation of thermal performance of Montbell Plasma 1000 parkas
James J. posted this a few days ago:Â https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/womens-montbell-plasma-1000-alpine-down-parka-less-lofty-than-mens/ He expressed concern that the women's parka had less insulation than the men's version. He sent me both jackets to test. The review below...
Does hanging food really stop bears?
" A regular ziplock works well to limit the amount of smell, but does not mask or eliminate smells." To support Randy Martin's post on the previous page: To the degree you...
A few questions to those who carry a gun while hiking/backpacking
Jeffery, I was hiking in an area where there have been several murders over the years. Its not the animals that I fear. Donna C., I am a female who often hikes...
A good alternative to WPB gear for ACTIVE backpacking
I believe there is a difference in the Patagonia Level 4 Gen II and Gen III with the former having a higher HH and the latter having a higher CFM. I know...
VIDEO: Snowbank Lake Trail Loop BWCA, Day 2
Here is my video of Day 2 on the Snowbank Lake Trail Loop: http://youtu.be/TiEg5a38q1I Here are some notes I wrote at the end of our second day; I woke up around 5:30am...
New to alcohol stoves - burn time questions
So I picked up a used Evernew ti alcohol stove and ti cross stand to use with a trail designs aluminum windscreen and a Vargo 700ml ti pot on my next outing....
How to make my cookset better?
This is my cookset that I use out, in and around. I base my choices on being lightweight but also on durability and flexibility. I made it so that I could use...
Solo in the Desert Pt 1 - Coyote Gulch
Coyote Gulch is a classic backpacking trip in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Here is my  trip report of an ~28 mile loop I did there over Thanksgiving Weekend. Ask for the...
mug / bowl happiness
I just wanted to share some mug / bowl happiness with the forums. I have never been satisfied with my eating setup. I sometimes eat out of freezer bags, but prefer a...
Road trip/day hike/over night backpacking trip in Utah.
Hi, Myself and two friends are planning a 7-9 day long road/backpacking trip in southern Utah. We're planning on flying in to Vegas and renting a SUV. We're thinking about hitting the...
