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Logical evolution of quilts?
Having used a Nunatak Arc Ghost for 2 seasons now I have marvelled at the adaptability of the concept to different conditons. Its just as useful on the ground as it is...
sleeping bag liner on it’s own for summer? recommendations?
Hellllo all! so for the summer heat I'm looking at the idea of use a liner or other SUL blanket instead of a sleeping bag. I sleep warm and as long as...
Any Runners Out There?
I enjoy throwing in some running when I'm on a long trip. It breaks up the pace, uses different muscles and lets me cover a lot more ground than when I'm just...
Ticks up here now !!!!
I just got back from a quick 2 nighter backing trip in the  Sierra Nevada ,Emigrant Wilderness , CA. Headed out from Kennedy Meadows trailhead up to Kennedy Lake. My friend and...
Side-entry tarp
I made this tarp. Because of the size and shape of the two pieces, this was what I was able to make. It's sort of a side-entry tarp, the apex is cross-wise...
What Would BPL Do...
Not sure if this should be in here, or General, but since this covers " Technique" I thought it may be close. Mods please move as you see fit. Background: We had...
Long Trail Gear List (Mid-September)
Any thoughts or suggestions are much appreciated. Here is a little background info: I'm 6'1" 170 lbs in good shape (or at least I tell myself that). Sleep about 5* -10* warm....
Determining Quilt Width
For custom quilts, what did most of you do to determine optimum internal width - too wide and you have a sleeping bag. Too narrow and you are cold. Any perspective is...
Exped DownMat for Winter?
My NeoAir is fine for the summer, but now in autumn, as temperatures are dropping towards 0°C, the NeoAir is failing to keep me warm from underneath. I've been looking at the...
Thoughts on gear for long-distance hikers
Thanks for the post. On my only longish hike (Colorado Trail) I used a BPL 240 quilt and loved it. Several times it was pretty wet from condensation but it always kept...
Early Spring / Late Fall list
This is my list for early spring, or late fall. Temps from 30-70*. This is a 2 day/nite weekend list. A few notes: I will never be far enough away from my...
Winter/Shoulder season sleep system
I'm kind of having a hard tim really putting this together and I find myself switching between so many different options so I thought I'd post it and see what everyone else...
Help me push my summer quilt lower
Having a short term memory and being the middle of the summer, I'm having trouble gauging how low my JRB Sierra Stealth 40F quilt (http://www.jacksrbetter.com/Wearable%20Quilts.htm#SierraStealth) will go with the addition of certain...
Cottage industry, micro mountaineering companies?
I know the backpacking world... I use MLD, SMD, GG, ULA... What are some smaller mountaineering gear companies? Focus on minimalist and lighter weight. I realize that mountaineering gear is inherently heavier....
Advice On Snow Camping
Tomorrow I am going out on a three day walk of a relatively level area at 1,500 meters (5,000') in the mountains north of Tokyo. The temperature at night will likely reach...
Woolrich Elite Tactical Base Layers
Botach Tactical is having a closeout sale on these merino base layers at $25.00 with an additional 15% off when the code: "stimulus" is used at checkout. http://www.botachtactical.com/woel10mewoba1.html I've never worn these...
Do You Actually Use Your Gear ? ?
ok, I've been following this site about 4-5 years, can't remember for sure. is it just me, or are there more threads dealing with just gear than ever before? yah I know...
Backpacking Frame options
Has anyone tried a z packs zero with a klymit pack frame? I am in need of something to carry up to 26 lbs for 6 day stretches. My GG crown vc...
My gear list
Below is my 3 season gear list, tell me what you guys think, if you see any improvements to be made: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AqNX7IwImwd6dGR0NjBEY04yZFNmeXRwcE5wQXVKTFE&hl=en At the end i have added my estimated dehydrated food...
Washing clothes
I know that when people go out they only bring so much clothes and that you can wash clothes with a ziplock and some soap but, could you wash clothes with only...
