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Rebuilding a kit from scratch
If you had to start ALL over again, how would you go about it? What would you get first and where and why? The big 3? Obviously it’s locale dependent but I...
Contemptlating my mortality and reducing my standard of living
Thinking about going car-free and scooter-free after being involved in a motorcycle accident. I was waiting at a red light and hit from behind. Knee is messed up and I got a...
"Older backpackers"-What concessions are you willing to make as you age?
It kind of reads like Dr. Nicolson wrote his own Wikipedia page. Okay, Geoff, fair enough. I did some more research on Garth Nicholson and his “institute.” Take a look at his...
Suggestions on how I can lighten my pack further
I am new to lightweight backpacking and am yet to even take my first trip. I have done some traditional backpacking in the past--mostly 2-3 night trips. I have already returned most...
MSR white gas stove pump failure
I just spent four days, three nights in the Adirondack High Peaks area, backpacking up Johns Brook and hiking to the top of Mt Marcy twice in two days. I went with...
"Medium Light"
I don't care what others carry. Not my problem. Do as you please. I'm grateful for what I learn here about how to lighten my own pack. I am also very grateful...
Henry Coe St Park/ Coit Lake 26 Mile Trip
Leaving from the park headquarters is a 26 mile round trip. Probably sleeping at HQ Friday night and leaving early,early Saturday morning. 10% chance of rain on Saturday and cold. All welcome...
dry a sleeping bag with a Hothands?
Kind of a wacky idea, but I was curious... We know that heat will help dry out our gear, so is it possible that a Hothands could dry out a sleeping bag?...
My Steripen Adventure: Concerns and Vindication
Having suffered from Giardia for over three years, that physicians obstinately refused to diagnose and treat, and having had to trick them into doing so, I feel OK making a comment. "What...
Why are you not a Member of BPL?
I think that is a big part of it Ryan. I know there are partners in BPL and lets face it I don't think Ryan is getting rich either way. I know...
candy or tea tins for pots?
I was at the thrift store the other day and I found a round tin that is 5 inches in diameter and 2.5 inches tall with a lid. It originally held loose...
Justify Alcohol Stove Total Weight?
I'm stumped. All sorts of people sing high praises about the super-duper lightness of alcohol stoves. When I crunch the numbers, though, I can only get them to be lighter for weekend...
booze, drinks, etc
I see you live in the PNW as do I. ~Pure alcohol is available in liquor stores in some states, but not in others; I think it's another case of the authorities...
Hoosier Hill Farms Powdered Milk/Butter/Cheese
Has anyone used this product? How does it compare to NIDO And anyone know how the calories/oz for butter compares to the cheese (their website gives the butter in tbl and the...
Liquid / soft foods for backpacking
I've been backpacking for about 15 years but this past winter I had surgery for a Zenker's Diverticulum in my esophagus. Long story short is that healing has been slow, and I...
Solo Pot ?'s
Trying to decide between the Toaks 550ml pot and the GSI Minimalist and wanted to get some opinions. Both pots are right around the same price. (Within $2 on Amazon) Obviously the...
Because I like you!
Hey everyone. I've been a long time lurker, and a semi-recent subscriber. I find the backpacking community to be very helpful and considerate (which is more than can be said of day-hikers)....
Sawyer MINI Filter
Sawyer's website says they're going to start selling a new, smaller, lighter version of the PointONE Squeeze filter. All the information provided so far at http://www.sawyer.com/water.html#water1 is: Sawyer MINI™ Filter - COMING...
Classic Ti-Tri vs. Ti-Tri ULC
I've been thinking heavily about purchasing a Caldera Cone, and I'm having a hard time deciding which one to go with. I've skimmed old threads, but didn't really find the info that...
The Colorado Trail - a Weminuche Alternative
"Goodbye old friend. Thank you." I was standing at the trailhead at Spring Creek Pass, about to begin an 8 day trek. This would normally be a moment of release, when mundane...
