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Can i use those green coleman propane canisters with an msr windburner?
I know I'd need a converter, which I have. But would using one of those green 1lb Coleman propane tanks be okay with an MSR Windburner? If so, are there negatives to...
What did we learn about our gear at Philmont?
I wanted to post some reactions after returning from my first trek at Philmont earlier this month. Thanks to everybody on this forum for all that I learned leading up to our...
What does "porched" mean?
I have read this term in reference to some tents offering the ability to porch the tent door or vestibule. I am imagining the vestibule coming out almost horizontal to provide rain...
BREAKFASTS
re: Dehydrated Grits If the goal isĀ to replicate in any meaningful way the taste and texture of fresh grits then my attempts at de/re-hydration have been an abject failure. Ā As any grit...
The Smell
I love fishing and usually do catch and release, but sometimes I like to keep them for some added protein on longer hikes. The smell is tough to get off of things...
Unique VBL?
You may have seen my recent post wherein i mentioned that part of my reflective cuben tarp got ripped at one of the tie out areas. I could shave the tarp down...
Stroopwaffles
Just thought I'd share my new favorite trail food. Stroopwaffles. These are huge in Europe, but only starting to pick up in the US. Stinger makes a version called Stinger Waffles which...
Official GGG Thread READ
One more question for Ken H. : those of us that gave our info to Ken for the free parking permit...how do we go about it? Does the park have our numbers?...
NEWTON AND LAZARUS' EXCELLENT 100 MILE ADVENTURE
September 27th, 2011 my wife drops me off at the airport in New Orleans at 6:am. I meet Lazarus in front of the ticket counter at 6:30 am. We print out our...
Favorite Powdered Electrolyte Drinks?
Many years ago, I was in the Army during the Vietnam Era. While in training at Fort Polk, we didn't have any electrolyte drinks, although we were encouraged to swallow a salt...
Under Quilt
Even though this post should probably go under MYOG, I thought it might be more appropriate under the hammock section. Details: 1.1oz ripstop w/ DWR from BWDD, 5oz 800fill from Hammockgear. 42"x...
Light Food
Hey guys. I was thinking about dehydrated food on the trail. I want something new. I dont quite want to go to dehydrated, but i dont want to carry my whole pantry...
Podcast: Scott Williamson and Yo-Yo-ing the Pacific Crest Trail
Companion forum thread to:Podcast: Scott Williamson and Yo-Yo-ing the Pacific Crest Trail Dr. J et al, I'm a composer, electronic musician, and do some audio engineering, so perhaps I'm just too picky....
Roughridge Stove System
Not affiliated with this company, just thought it was an interesting approach. I suspect other manufactures might head in this direction. What is odd to me is that this concept came out...
Another great video by GearSkeptic. Wind and stoves
https://youtu.be/6r-2hZ8UCeA An excellent and very informative series of videos. Iād like to find a copy of his charts. He linked his spreadsheet in the description. Thanks Jon for sharing... I just geeked...
Best instant apple cider?
Looking for suggestions on packets of instant apple cider. There seem to be quite a few options out there. Any that are better than others? Thanks! I've tried a lot of them...
Help Pimp my MTR to Whitney Food System
"I know some really fit guys that are younger and bigger, with higher metabolisms and carrying more pack weight without 'spare tires' who don't eat more than 2,000 cal per day on...
cannister stove questions
I'm looking into cannister stoves, in case fire restrictions prohibit me from using my alcohol stove on my backpacking trip this August. I've looked at old articles and read reviews, and I...
Tasty food for 1 night / 20 miles?
Hey Guys, So I'm doing my first backpacking trip this weekend with all my fancy lightweight gear. My bag weighs under 3 lbs, my sleeping bag 18 oz, and my tent just...
Big sur
I'm planning on an overnighter to the Big Sur/Ventana Wilderness area in the end of April. Never been there before. I've that the trails are some what overgrown, lots of poison oak...
