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sleeping system for W. Washington?
Hey, what do you all use for a bag/ bivy/shelter for the rainy side of the mountains? I am usually a tent dweller (sierra designs lightning- about 4 lbs, 2lbs each for...
1.5 oz alcohol stove and pot combo
The other day I came up with an idea that I've never seen before from an alcohol stove, so I can only assume that I'm the first one to think of it....
Steri Pen Ultra
So I currently use katadyn BeFree.. All is well. I have a SteriPen Adventurer, which I occasionally use.. I have been looking at the SteriPen Ultra.. Anyone have it and use it? ...
Ideas that just didn't work
I've gotten a lot of great ideas on these forums, and also some duds. You know it's cold and dark when I take the time on a weekend to do this crazy,...
A strategy for older people for thru-hiking?
My husband just retired. Â So now we have the time. Â I am 67, he is about to turn 62. Â He has had some back issues (3 successful surgeries) but we deal with...
Why grid fleece?
I have a few grid fleece pieces and I guess they are okay but I find myself reaching for a pile or micropile fleece almost always. Is it that the grid fleece...
Required items for UL backpacking
Hello All My name is Walter. I've been a way from the forum for a long time. I have a question for you: What would you consider as "Required" to put in...
2013 Reader Picks
Companion thread to 2013 Staff Picks http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/2013-staff-picks.html Please add your own! My picks: Patagonia Drifter AC shoes Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack Light My Fire Mora knife with firesteel Gaia GPS app for...
The most "non lightweight" thing you've seen on the trail
I mentioned this on another thread but it occurred to me this might be a fun thread on it's own. What is the most extreme/interesting/amusing example of "non lightweight" backpacking you've witnessed...
50 Mile Mammoth High Sierra Loop
My wife and I had four days to wander the High Sierra while our son was off to camp. We choose a route neither of us had been on before and were...
Convertible Down Blanket W/Snaps-Genius? Superfluous?
Stumbled on this from a Japanese hiking blog (evidence of my Friday work boredom). Is this superfluous? Innovative? Old news? I'm intrigued. =)" height="375" src="https://dpcr19kltm61a.cloudfront.net/backpackinglight/user_uploads/1360368680_75648.jpg" width="500" /> The original blog post is...
How light is light enough?
"As I have gotten older my need for food has dropped considerably and for trips under 7-10 days or so, I don't need more than 16oz per day which makes my starting...
Easy dinner suggestions – what would you eat?
So I'm working out my first backpacking trip - a pretty simple 12 mile loop on the Pine Ridge in Western Nebraska. There will be two of us, and while (thanks to...
AT Thru-hike Kitchen
I am planning a north-bound thru-hike on the AT around April 2011. I have developed an idea of what I might need for a kitchen but I would like to solicit opinions...
24: Fall Equinox in the Hyalite Cirque of Montana’s Gallatin Mountains
Companion forum thread to:24: Fall Equinox in the Hyalite Cirque of Montana's Gallatin Mountains This is going to be a lot of fun as we see more and more people sharing their...
Zelph Starlyte alcohol stove
I just got a Zelph Starlyte alcohol stove and gave it a quick test this morning. It is TINY! I assumed it was made from a larger container and I'm really impressed...
Two years, and I still have stupid questions.
Stupid Question: I've never used a Canister stove. I have a Snow Peak GigaPower. I've read a bunch of articles on safe use but I can't find an answer to a simple...
Do you carry redundant backups of critical gear?
I was in the wilderness last week with a defective lighter and it made me think that for critical gear I should either: 1. have some sort of backup that I can...
e-omc.com: 25% off full price, 15% off sale
Use code SPRING12. Exclusions apply. I just snagged a pair of MontBell UL Down Pants for $119.96, including free 3-Day shipping. If you're looking for the MontBell U.L. TEC Down Pants, backcountrygear.com...
Galvanized coat hangers?
Im not sure if this is the right place to ask this, but I figure someone might know this. Recently, I made a firefork (like the light my fire kind) for cooking...
