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Caldera Cone Question.
So, I am thinking about gettinf the firelite 550 caldera cone with the 550 SUL cup, wich has no handles. So how do you get the pot out of the cone with...
MSR Carbon Reflex 2
Regarding the rubbing....I want to be clear that I haven't noticed any actual rubbing occurring. I was simply worried that it MIGHT occur and if it did, that MIGHT cause damage. The...
Sawyer Inline Filter
I've read the 3 reviews available on BPL, and it sounds pretty good. I have some merch. credit + dividend at REI that may be available now that I'm leaning toward ordering...
Dehydrated food in UK
I'm planning a hike of the West Highland Way in May 2023. We will be hiking self guided, staying in lodging only occasionally. I'm trying to figure out options for picking up...
HX Kettle
Anybody using one? I'm revamping my winter set and thought about using a wider HX pot or kettle to help capture and utilize all the heat that comes from the new Muka...
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...
