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Richard, Thanks for taking the time to work out the data on me. Remember that I also use Hammer Perpetuem in all my water at half strength or about 130 calories per...
Gravity filter -- prefilter options
For certain trips I've been using a gravity filter rig with a Platypus main filter for some years. I like to use an MSR SIltstopper prefilter on these trips, because the water...
Which makes better sense for solo?
I am about to embark on my first solo multi-day hike. Normally, I FBC with a 3/4 ounce fabric cozy, but end up carrying out wet trashed ziploc bags. I am contemplating...
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Summer 2014 – The Big Kuna – A father and son adventure Time off, summer, the Sierra. Where to go, where to go? As it turned out I really only had a...
2015 Patagonia Houdini
I don't know if this is already being mentioned but the 2015 Houdini will have a new (and old ?) 1,2 oz. 15D fabric. del Maybe it's only for the European collection,...
Piru-Maniacs: Three Back to Back (to Back) Trips Through the Piru Creek Watershed; Ventura
Part I: To the Headwaters… Finally, the swelling of my hands and the stinging on my shins (more on this later in part III) has subsided enough that I can sit here...
My new stove setup, under 3oz. Everything but fuel.
I got a Ti-Tri two years ago. It worked in my front yard, so I took it up to snow country without much extra thought. Unfortunately, the snow was about ten feet...
Kupilka Classic Drinking Vessel
Why is this on BPL? They don't even have a volume (ml) listed. 7.1 fluid oz. 2.99 oz. weight On sale at Campsaver $20.76 Check the review at Hikinginfinland.com It does seem...
Handling a hot Trapper’s Mug
I am contemplating purchasing a trapper's mug but I have a question. What does everyone use for handling the trapper's mug when cooking? In the winter I will have mittens/gloves, so that...
Tuolumne Meadows, July 2-5 2010
My wife and I did a short hike near Tuolumne Meadows during the July 4th weekend. Trip description: -3 day point to point hike plus a drive day. -Total mileage:~14.5 miles -Temperature...
Share your UL touring photos
I've started a photo sharing group for ultralight touring on Flickr and would love it if more from here joined up and shared some photos: http://www.flickr.com/groups/ultralightbiking/ I'd also encourage you to share...
“pretty good” THREE SEASON GEAR LIST:
PRETTY GOOD THREE SEASON GEAR LIST: ======================== This is a companion to another GEAR LIST posted on the BPL reader forum. I encourage readers to compare these two lists side by side,...
CANISTERS VS WHITE GAS
Our Troop 395 from La Canada CA is going to Philmont July/Aug this year. Trek 23. I was almost certain we were going to use white gas stoves since it is plentiful...
Silnylon Water Bag
A few years ago I bought a cool silnylon waterbag from Dancing Light Gear. I hear they went out of business last fall. I'm looking for another, or material to make my...
Where to source tubing???
I am completing my $10 home-made hanging water-filter bag, and was wondering if anyone has sourced what I am guessing is silicone tubing??? The katadyn folks sell replacement tubing for their hiker...
Ursack Vs. Bear cannister?
What do you guys think? I like the idea of a sack that is collapsable, rather than a hard plastic keg. But are that sacks as safe? The short answer is no,...
Cold Soaking food help/suggestions
I would like to re-iterate – try cold soaking Mountain House Teriyaki Chicken I tried. 30 min. soak in 60* tap water for 30 min. Worked well. I am well pleased....
Strangest stuff found in a beginner's backpack
What are the strangest things you have found in a beginner's backpack (and hopefully convinced them not to bring). For a three night trip to the Enchantments in Washington State in the...
yet another gravity filter thread
Hi everyone, I've got a question about where to place a carbon element in my gravity filter set ups. I use either a rapidpure scout or a Sawyer squeeze depending on the...
Middle Fork Kings: Redux!
Inspired by Andrew F.’s recent visit to the Middle Fork Kings, I reserved a permit for the Copper Creek Trailhead out of Road’s End, in Kings Canyon National Park, for Friday, August...
