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Is every UL backpacker rich?
“Different strokes for different folks” as many would say AND it boils down simply to WANTS vs. NEEDS ……….and what you can really afford. So Mote It Be Yes, Chad, as a...
Your sleep system and it's layers
I am kind of revamping things this year and my sleep system is getting a complete overhaul. While I am debating on what quilt rating I want, I got to thinking about...
MYOG Quilt Overstuff vs Baffle height??
I'm working on my first quilt. I have done a lot of work and have the final width and length. What I am now stuck on is baffle height. I know I...
Gore-tex Boots or Neoprene Socks?
Cold, rainy weather hiking... Â I wish I were like Andrew Skura or those of you who can let your feet get wet, but I'm not. Â I tried it at 50 degrees F...
Presentation for children
Soliciting some presentation ideas from the hive mind... My close friend has recruited me to give a talk to her son's coed scouting troop. Â The children are in second grade, and the...
MYOG My Modified G4 Backpack Project - Very long post
Blank first post to allow editing of main post below This is a very long and photo heavy guide about how I made a substantially modified version of a G4 backpack. There...
Morakniv Companion for Scouts to practice batoning with
This is not a strictly speaking a Lightweight topic, but I am in the middle of teaching a wilderness survival workshop including coverage of the Wilderness Survival MB for a bunch of...
Zpacks Duplex Ultralight Tent for PCT thru hike
From Zpacks website: Link http://www.zpacks.com/shelter/duplex.shtml (Nick alluded to earlier) "The expected life span of this shelter is at least one full 2500+ mile thru hike, or many years of casual use with some...
Heading out with some non-UL folks.....gulp.....
that would explain it no self respecting BPLer would dare to post again after RVing : ) RVing. I had a girlfriend who invited me RVing some 30+ years ago. I went,...
Staff Picks 2016: Our Favorite Backpacking Gear of the Year
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2016: Our Favorite Backpacking Gear of the Year View our staff picks for the best backpacking gear of the year – recommendations from our editors and...
Breathability of Patagonia Torrentshell jacket?
I will be using a Patagonia gift card to purchase a Torrentshell. Size "medium" fits me good with fleece underneath. However, to wear a Torrentshell with a down jacket under, I'd have...
What is happening in the SUL world?
Ah, but you're commenting in the wrong thread then, Roger. Â The enjoyment comes in many forms. I'm not about to go out and buy a bunch of lighter replacement gear simply for...
Warmest-for-the-weight winter mattress
After looking around I feel the Thermarest Neo-Air X-Therm is the warmest-for-weight winter mattress available. It has a 5.7 R rating and is the warmest that Thermarest makes. Comments? I sleep cold....
How To Camp in Cold and Snow?
I was asked by my son's Boy Scout troop to give advice on how to "snow camp". Living in Phoenix, that isn't something I do. When it is cold up north, I do...
Training thread. Goals, updates, questions, etc.
As suggested by Craig...and inspired by an old thread where aspiring ultra runners posted their progress and supported one another. This is not meant to be restricted to any particular activity. Whatever...
Zpacks Tent (Solplex) Cuban Fiber Weight
I'm about to pull the trigger on a new Zpacks Solplex. Â I'm a little hung up over the .51 vs .74 oz/sqyrd decision. Â I was curious what other people have gone with,...
Layering quilts and temperature rating.
Hey guys, wondered if anyone here had experience layering quilts and if anyone knew of a reliable formula. Years ago, I seem to remember a formula that was supposedly from one of...
Pad and Quilt Recommendations for the JMT in September
If my plans come together, I will be solo hiking the John Muir Trail next September. My exact dates will depend on my wilderness permit, which I can't apply for until March 2017. I...
Light Down sleeping bag rated 30s that will do the job in 20s for $250 or less?
Looking for light Down sleeping bag rated 30s that will do the job in 30's and 20s for $250 or less. Not looking to buy used nor spend  $$$$ on WM. I...
Packrafting/Ski touring gear
(x-posting from Gear Lists): Hi guys, I am travelling in Scandinavia and am planning a ski/packraft/hike solo traverse of Lofoten, down to Kebnekaise, and along the Torne river. This will take around...
