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Soaps and detergents
Hello everyone, I recently have become dissatisfied with the popular standby, Dr. Bronner's soap, which I otherwise quite liked because it was available in bulk as compared to outdoor-marketed products. I did...
A Gear Confession
Love this! Thanks for the article and the conversation. I learned that once I also got "sufficiently" light in all the big four/five components, it totally opened up this whole conversation of...
Overnight on the Colorado Trail
- We are in the midst of some warm weather here in SW Colorado, day's in the mid to upper 40's, nights hovering just below freezing. On a whim, I put together...
Flat Tarp Noob Qs
I just picked up a 5x9 flat tarp with LineLocs and I've been experimenting with it in the yard today. Unfortunately the tarp does not have a grommet on the tieout to...
UV water treatment including water containers
SteriPens have been discussed, but I haven't seen anyone list out everything needed for a "UV water system" including the prerequisite wide-mouth bottle (allowing 0.5L treatments) plus something else needed assuming 0.5L...
PCT: jetboil or DIY stove
Title says it all. Going to attempt to they-hike the pct this May. Is the jetboil really worth it? Or would you just make a cheap can stove? worth what? any restrictions?...
Joshua Tree CRHT Run
I'm strongly considering taking the day off of work Friday just to be able to avoid traffic and get out there to relax earlier. So the 11:30 AM could work good. Adan...
The "naughty" heavy luxury items that you just don't wanna leave behind!
I've managed to cut my base weight in the "essentials" category to 9lbs, 9 oz, and so my luxury list includes an even 2 lbs consisting of: Glasses Readers 0.70 Camera Equipment...
Silicone Funnel
I'm sure quite a few of you have made use of silicone funnels, but I couldn't find a dedicated thread on it, so here is what I like about them: Silicone funnels...
The North Face Verto 26 pack?
Has anyone tried a North Face Verto 26 pack? It seems to fit into the GoLite Ion niche: 11oz, 26 liters, removable waist belt, one (???) water bottle pocket, and about $69....
Does lightweight philosophy interfere with joining group trips?
I have considered joining group trips but I hesitate because I expect that my light gear would cause a problem. I might be turned down if I don't haul around a bunch...
I want to make a heatshield
I bought a new lightweight backpacking stove and cook kit. I want to build a heat shield for it. I have a reference design, but I am having a difficult time sourcing...
Most efficient gravity filter system – need market update
I know this is an old post, but thought I'd share my experiences. I have the Sawyer Water Purification Kit from Walmart. It's the .02 Micron size that filters out viruses. Longer...
Permithrin Soaked Clothing
I`ve read in several BPL articles and publications that soaking clothing in Permithrin is a very effective way to repel insects. What, exactly , is the recommend way to do this (soak...
Love at first sight
What gear have you tried once..fell in love with and are still using even though there might be newer or lighter options out there. This is gear you like so much you...
montbell od compact dripper
Anyone have any experience with montbell's od compact dripper coffee filter? I'm looking for something better than Starbucks instant. Thanks It's OK. But I would not buy it again. And I don't...
Mesopaper. A potentially groundbreaking UL filter
Just saw this on the web. Something akin to a coffee filter could possibly suffice for an entire backpacking trip. I'm certainly intrigued. https://www.fastcompany.com/40537758/these-cheap-paper-water-filters-remove-lead-arsenic-and-bacteria http://mesofilter.com http://www.nsf.org/newsroom/nsf-international-certifies-mesopaper-a-new-filtration-medium   Cool. Welcome back Thanks....
Cheap, small cook pots?
What are some cheap, DIY pots? Like a soup can, coffee can, Fosters can, etc. It should be about 2-3 cups. Thanks Not DIY but cheap. Look for an Imusa 10cm or...
New metal: 100x lighter than Styrofoam
Mmm, all-metal sleeping pads. But will it keep my cowboy coffee hot? http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/nov/17/scientists-invent-metal-100-times-lighter-styrofoa/ :-) Darn, you beat me too it! What happens when your tent stakes blow away? Applications? It might work...
UL Plastic cup find
I thought I'd share a find of mine today. I found a black plastic coffee cup at work today in the office. Well, I picked it up and it felt super light....
