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Staff Picks 2021
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2021Each year, our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used this year – our infamous Staff Picks! ZPacks Sub Nero...
Leave No Trace Winter Backpacking Best Practices
Companion forum thread to: Leave No Trace Winter Backpacking Best PracticesAn overview of how Leave No Trace techniques can be applied to winter backpacking. Interesting article. I've done a fair amount of...
Tarptent ProTrail Li Review
Companion forum thread to: Tarptent ProTrail Li ReviewThe Tarptent ProTrail Li (17.7 ounces / 502 g, from $529) is a single-wall, double trekking-pole, single-vestibule, front-entry Dyneema Composite Fabric (DCF) 1-person shelter. Andrew,...
By the Numbers: the Search for a High-MVTR Waterproof Breathable Shell Jacket
Companion forum thread to: By the Numbers: the Search for a High-MVTR Waterproof Breathable Shell JacketA high MVTR waterproof-breathable shell jacket may be the holy grail that can replace both a wind...
Opinions on dedicated winter bag vs. layered bag/quilt?
Hey all, I'm looking to replace my zipperless bag (old Gossamer Gear design circa 2006) with a sensible two or three bag/quilt combo that is good for all four seasons in the...
UL Pack capable of carrying up to 50 lbs and a BV500
Hi There, Okay, I get it. If I am carrying 50 lbs, I am clearly not UL. Yet setting that a side, I find I can barley get all my gear, including...
Tic Tac pocket survival kit - what would you include?
I have an irrational fear of getting separated from my pack and having to survive like on Naked and Afraid. So I heard of people who see what survival gear items they...
Most comfortable winter pad with no weight limit
Hi, I love my Exped Synmat ULÂ 9 for backpacking but looking for something wider and more comfortable for trips where weight is not a concern. Any recommendations? Thanks, Hi folks, Ordered...
Scary, Sad, Disturbing and Tragic
In the entire history of GSMNP there have only been two human fatalities caused by bears. The Park gets 12 million human visitors a year---now multiply this by all the years of...
Elkhorn Five Peak Traverse FKT attempt
The Elkhorn Mountains are a small range in Central Montana, close to my home town of Helena. Â The are probably most famous for the trophy elk opportunities they offer, but only for...
It's Time to Talk About Campfires
From Herman's link. Good to know. "Wildfires can be caused by nature -- mostly due to lightning strikes -- but the vast majority are caused by humans. Research estimates that nearly...
Urban and/or stealth shelter
The TT Moment is a fantastic tent, but it's gray, which isn't a bad stealth color really, especially with a granitic background such as the Sierras. However for green woodlands the Moment...
Locus Gear 15d "hybrid" sil/PU ripstop floor material
Anyone with experience using Locus Gear's 15d Hybrid Ripstop Sil/PU floor material care to comment on its durability? I just received an inner from them using this floor material. It’s a custom,...
Which One of These Quilts Would You Recommend?
Location: Sierras, 8-12k altitude, temperature range 20 - 40 degrees, 7 days, I run cold, will be sleeping on an Xtherm, using a tarp, expect to sleep in my down puffy and...
Your sleeping bag quiver?
Hello! I'm a new member to the site after encountering many forum discussions over the years so thought it was time to join! I am hoping to get some guidance on the...
NeoAir Uberlite in 2021?
How many are using the Uberlite these days?  After reading various reviews (including Skurka's favorable review and negative anecdotal evidence online), I'm now wondering whether to take the plunge and use it...
Brooks range (/Alaska) bug reports/predictions 2021
Any reports? I was reading a thread from March about bugs; someone said to check back as the summer approached. Grateful for any information or predictions or news! I'll be up there...
Down the Evazote rabbit hole and other load hauler pack questions
Could you tell us what foam exactly you’re using, as well as the body-facing fabric on the ‘wings’? I think its like a durastrech or similar. And if you have any opinions...
Philmont Tent and Sleeping Bag
First time Philmonter here.... Can't decide which tent to take for our upcoming 12-day Philmont trek. My choices are a heavy Marmot Tungsten 1P (3.5 lbs) or a Big Agnes Fly...
Solo Backpacking
I've been doing solo backpacking trips for a number of years. We have more than our share of cougar attacks here on Vancouver Island. Plus black bears. My fear is always the...
