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Wind Stress on Cuben
We are in the midst of a comprehensive research project on wind testing of ultralight shelters. One of the things we are looking at is the attachment of guyline tie-out points to...
Fins on a Rockstar can
Okay, I am not an engineer or scientist. But there is a lot of surface area in the Dave's original fin design, which probably helps move some of the heat to the...
What is the strangest thing you ever saw in the backcountry?
Last week I was sitting in a wash taking a lunch break in a fairly remote area. I hear someone walking and look up. This guy, my age, but more hippie looking...
Painting pot black
Finally, now I know why my cookies burn on the bottom if bake them in dark pan. Sheesh. Ryan I've done some tests, though not scientific enough to post hard data, between...
Cottage Stagnation and Recent Gems
It's the time of year when old men reflect on the past, and everything seemed better. I include myself in that. :) First of all, who is the cottage industry? How do...
Patagonia Brilliant Neon Colors in Outdoor Gear - Woohoo!
what people wear really is up to them ... im not a fan of certain brands, but its up to people if they want to spend the moola and wear those in...
The state of market of minimalist alpine footwear.
Didn't the crampon straps still press down on the top of the shoes? It seems like the plywood underneath is only half of the battle. --B.G.-- Light weight solution: full steel insole...
Emberlit Ti or Littlbug Jr. for Winter Backpacking (only)
I found a great online review with pics of the Bushbuddy / Emberlit / Littlbug JR stoves: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 I received a Vargo Ti Hexagon Wood stove for...
Kudos to Judy @ Lightheart Gear - SoLong 6
Just wanted to let everyone know what a great experience I just had with Judy @ Lightheart...she was incredibly helpful, very attentive even during the Holiday, and made the exact tent I...
First Aid Kit and a bit more...
I feel like some aspects of this thread should be in philosophy but I am going to put it here because my ultimate goal is to refine my first aid kit with...
Tarptent Notch
Well "bloody brilliant" is what I look for. Thanks. Hot off the press.. first pic of the "solid" inner : It will be ready in about 3 weeks . About 1.8oz/50g heavier...
Tarptent Notch
Very good point Franco, so really you're talking an alternative inner part-solid, or a weighty velcro all around? Well Henry can do whatever he likes do do with it, he usually does...
New England-area GTG #2: Winter Wonderland
we'll send Lupus around to rouse everyone from their slumber =P I'm down for sunrise wake-up as well, I'm pretty sure my friends will be as well. Ryan Email sent. My brother...
UL hammock makers? Who?
This was posted in 2011 so thank you to those who are now offering 2015 solutions to the original post. Where are the UL hammock makers? There are hammock makers, and light...
Tarp Size Rules of Thumb?
Hey all I am crunching numbers and designing/redesigning a cuben tarp. But, I must say I am having a hard time determining the size I will ultimately cut this tarp to. The...
How to find a use for a Kelty Canyon Tarp?
I just dug out a tarp from my gear closet that I can find very little info on. It is huge 17 x 17, has catenary cuts, and weighs under 2.5# It...
JMT: 14 days and 13 nights in nature.
This was a trip report I wrote for myself and am now deciding to share. I did the John Muir Trail start to finish at the end of July and through the...
New and need advice on a shelter.
Tarp, hammock, single wall, double wall, bivy, 2 person, solo.... I'm overwhelmed with all the options and don't know what to get! I'm relatively new to backpacking and am starting to acquire...
Worms in the Water: Are Chemical Treatments and UV Too Risky?
Why do many backpackers ignore the risk of worms or worm eggs in their water? Chemical treatments and UV light aren't effective against them. It appears that raccoon roundworm is very prevalent...
Super Hammock Newb - help!
I had seen the diygearsupply and my jaw dropped at the prices, so cheap! But I hadn't found NK outdoors and really was getting discouraged by the price of suspension systems, this...
