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A desert crossing
Hi, I am about to walk 1000 miles across a hot desert with a friend and would like any thoughts on essential kit, clever tricks and so forth. In particular I am...
Is it just me?
So it's been cloudy and rainy here over the last week or so and everyone around me keeps saying how lazy it makes them feel. It just got me thinking, am I...
16 lb Dilemma
I have hit the stops on weight savings. My current base weight runs between 15 and 16 lbs and I am planning an 18 day JMT this summer with the longest segment...
Who gets out more, the UL or the BC camper?
I'd have to hardily disagree w/ that assessment as well- credit card doesn't buy you navigation and route finding skills, first aid skills, bear skills, the physical conditioning to carry a pack...
Yosemite: Panorama Trail, October 8th – 10th, 2010.
My wife & I recently did a 3 day/3 night trip along the Panorama Trail in Yosemite. The goal of the trip was to give Candy a fun and easy introduction to...
Alcohol better then Canister for long section hike?
More or less just like the title reads. I am planning on a long AT section hike of about 2 weeks with resupply about every three-five days. I'll be cooking usually 1-2...
How do I get and stay asleep on the trail?
Hello all Meds for pain/swelling management are Ok. Meds or anything to make you fall out.Not so good. I still want to have my wits in tne middle of the night. My...
FireLite tablets
These suckers sound too good to be true... from the product page: "...no smoke, they have a high energy density, do not liquefy while burning, and leave no ash residues." That last...
Arctic stoves
Heading to the attic sea (in feb) and looking at various stove options. Jet boils 'could' work if I keep the canisters within my insulation but that's not gonna be comfy. anyone...
Fuel Losses when Connecting / Disconnecting Canisters
As I discovered late in this thread, the fuel that escapes from a canister during connection/disconnection to/from a stove can be unexpectedly high: I found that with poor canister discipline - canister...
Trail Angel Dinner - Help me with Dinner Ideas
Last year was the first time I got serious about being a trail angel. In 3 days I served breakfast, lunch and dinners to 46 thru-hikers here in Washington State along the...
Solo across the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Brooks Range, Alaska
Companion forum thread to:Solo across the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Brooks Range, Alaska Excellent read. Really enjoyed this one. A fantastic dream come true. Wow! Incredible journey and very well written....
Backpacking solo
I have been wanting to do more solo backpacking but every time I start planning a trip I get really nervous and come up with some reason to not go. I'm wondering...
Sharp Thing Nirvana?
I am too much of a klutz to ever carry just a razor blade as my sharp thing (sorry Mike!). In addition I worry that when I might most need it is...
What is High Country ?
This thread was sparked by another thread I recently read. Where does High Country begin ? in my mind its around 10,000 ft. but for others it seems to be as low...
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Porter / Expedition Pack Review
Ach, I promised myself I wouldn't get into these contrary discussions anymore. Didn't take my own advice. I miss the pleasant, constructive, and mutually supportive BPL of old when few would have...
Fuel filter as pre filter?
I was at Walmart today and I saw some really small fuel filters like this http://www.walmart.com/ip/Fram-Fuel-Filter/16817247 It reminds me of the msr siltstopper prefilter. I think it looks like it could work,...
adding a cup?
i use a 700mL Ti pot for heating water and drinking hot beverages. i want to start cooking some other fare on trips, the freeze dried meals are getting old. what are...
Gooseberry Patch Aluminum Cup 1.6oz/45g
I found this in a Goodwill store today for $0.99. Looks like the perfect companion to the Kmart grease pot. $5.95 new, 1.6oz/45g, holds 2 cups/473ml. 3-9/16" (91mm) outside diameter, 3-1/8" (79mm)...
MLD Burn & Bearikade Weekender?
Will the Bearikade Weekender fit inside the MLD Burn? Does anyone know? How about the MLD Prophet? I guess I could take either pack. This will be for a JMT thru-hike. nm...
