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Sierra Designs Flashlight 2?
I know that there was recently an extensive thread on this tent where we even had one of the executives at Sierra Designs chime in and give some additional insight. I'm wondering...
Emissivity of alumized Cuben, Silnylon
James Marco sent me a sample of aluminized silnylon David Drake sent me a sample of alumized Cuben The aluminized silnylon is gray, a little shiny, like the aluminized silnylon I got...
Advice for a hardshell for early spring and late fall.
I'm looking at buying a hard shell for early spring and late fall backpacking. The temperatures can be from 10F to 40F and I need something that can repel water as well...
Big Agnes Scout UL2 Plus - Initial Impressions
This is an initial review that I will be updating as I gain more experience with it. So far I have zero nights in it, but it's new enough that I wanted...
Big Agnes Scout UL2 Plus
This is an initial review that I will be updating as I gain more experience with it. So far I have zero nights in it, but it's new enough that I wanted...
OookWorks - caution advised
Agreed. No matter what his condition is, if he's accepting orders it's his responsibility to fill them, or he's no different than any other con man. Sean's website has gone dark. The...
No-frills, sub 10oz summer backpacking pants?
I have the Gramicci Quick Dry version of those pants. They are about as simple as it gets--- like wearing pajamas. Ex Officio makes a bunch of light pants and several models...
help planning
I guess I am a little unsure about what to take and the appropriate weight of items for a 5 night trip to Arrow Mt in Colorado. Is there a source (or...
Extending my 3-season gear for snow camping
Hi everyone, I'm interested in trying out snow camping in the Sierras next season and was wondering if it's possible to extend my 3-season gear if the conditions are good (ie March/April,...
Tentative List - Thru Hike Noob
Hi, all. First, a little about me and where i'm going: Westbound ADT around the beginning of June - a bit late in the year, but i'm sticking around for my brother's...
My Florida Trail Insights
I recently completed a 550 mile section of the Florida Trail, from the southern terminus at Big Cypress National Preserve to the halfway mark in the town of Lake Butler. There is...
How useful is waterproof down in a sleeping bag?
I'm about to purchase a Katabatic quilt and one of the options is an 850f waterproof down instead of the 900f regular down. It's only $10 more. I've never done any hiking...
What ONE piece of gear makes you smile and why
Someone mentioned their Mora knife. I'd have to agree and even though I don't bring it on every trip, any time I have a chance to use it I feel a little...
My Gear List w/ Photos!
Hello, I'm new here to the forums and thought i'd throw up my current gear list here to get some input. Since we are "snowed in" here in Metro Detroit I have...
Tarp camping in the rain
I'm considering using a tarp for backpacking but can't find anything on what to do if it's raining sideways (from wind) into the opening at the end. Obviously it'd be ideal to...
Suggestions on how I can lighten my pack further
I am new to lightweight backpacking and am yet to even take my first trip. I have done some traditional backpacking in the past--mostly 2-3 night trips. I have already returned most...
Does this mean I'm ultralight?
I went through the new Backpacker's magazine gear guide, and I don't think there was a single item I wanted, due to the awareness of lighter, and often cheaper gear options. Does...
Can't stop changing gear?
Guys, just find what works and roll with it! Back in the day, we didn't have the internet and stuff to make us drool over new stuff. Consumerism has taken off in...
Can't stop changing gear?
Anyone here constantly switching gear like me even if it's for the same temperature range? It seems like I finally get the weight/function right with the kit, then do a 180· and...
HELP HELP HELP!!!
Hi All, I have just subscribed to this website and I feel like Father Xmas on ecstasy (not that I really know how it would feel like...)! I hope it'll keep up...
