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List what you eat per day. Weight/calories? Type of hiking?
Ok, so I've seen the whole 1.5lbs of food per person per day, etc. But, I would like to see your daily food list by item, weight and calories. I'll post an...
Harmony House FD Sweet Potatoes - Yetch!
FYI - We have purchased many Harmony House products over the years and have been very happy with the quality and flavor. The freeze dried Sweet Potatoes are a HUGE exception. They...
Sarvis SL1 eVent - end of the line?
i went out for two weekends of cycle touring and stayed in my Big Agnes Sarvis SL1 eVent. i noticed a few problems with the tent - the taped seams have all...
Where to start?
I have tents, packpacks, sleeping bags, but all my gear is older,and durable (softer term for heavy:) If I wanted to start moving to going light, where is the best place to...
BPL Membership
"An interesting statement, but WHY should information be free? How do you justify this claim? If you stop and think about it, almost every other commodity in this world costs money, one...
Foothills Trail Notes – April
As Adam McKinney drove away from the trail head atop Sassafras Mountain on South Carolina's Foothill Trail, I was tempted to run after him and beg off. There is always a bit...
Foothills Trail Notes – April
As Adam McKinney drove away from the trail head atop Sassafras Mountain on South Carolina's Foothill Trail, I was tempted to run after him and beg off. There is always a bit...
Backcountry routines as a reset button
Companion forum thread to: Backcountry routines as a reset button Waking before dawn, climbing hard to a pass or peak, and brewing coffee as the sun rises is critical for me. Those...
Stainless steel stove thickness and source
What thickness of stainless steel is considered minimum or commonly used in constructing a wood burning stove? A 2 lbs Maxwell house coffee can appears to be between 1/32"(.03125) and 1/48"(.0208)which I...
My most recent down quilts.
Just figured since I've never posted my quilt handi-work here, I'd post some pics. So that you guys don't think I only do coffee gear. ;) I've made a number of quilts...
Non-Electrolyte, Non-Caloric Water Flavoring Agent?
Does anyone have a tasty water flavoring agent that is non-electrolyte, non-caloric, non-caffeinated? Preferably free of food colorings. I have electrolyte tablets but during a very dry 3 day desert backpacking trip...
How did I get so heavy? Late Aug JMT solo
I have the chance to solo the JMT in late August this year, and I tweaked my list from last year a bit. I'm going on the assumption (at THIS point) that...
Unsure about this conversion from boots to trail shoes
My first attempt to convert from boots to trail shoes is a near failure. I'm interested in your thoughts as to what to do differently. My wife, son, and I just completed...
Alcohol stove feedback
Greetings, I am in the market for a new, or augmented alcohol stove setup. For the last year I've been using the Trangia mini set with an aluminum foil windscreen. I like...
September AT Section in NC
Some friends of mine and I are planning a 6 day Section from Standing Indian (campground) to Fontana Dam in late September. Here is my gear list for everyone to critique. Each...
The Kettle is coming !
FYI I tried a cork from a wine bottle and it works fine. Just cut the top off a little . Ive been playing around getting a feel for how much fuel...
How's your Fall weather?
I can't wait for some cooler weather. High here today was 111F (44C). Temps finally down to the mid 80s here in Louisiana, hopefully it lasts. Nick. Just come north. Been beautiful...
Base Weight Vs. Consumables Discussion
"type 1 and type 2 diabetes are very different in both their treatment and how they affect your body from a physiology standpoint." I am well aware. I was referring to the...
113g Inverted canister stove
I'm a DIY kinda guy that likes tinkering. The Volcano stove has lots of tinkering potential. With the discovery of the BOSS canister fuel winter adventures will be a lot more interesting....
How important is carbon filtration in water treatment?
Hi All, I see a carbon stage in filters is used mainly for improving "taste," but it's also implied it removes pesticides and herbicides (assume trace amounts). I have a few filters...
