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GGG Whatcha Bringing?
I have Club Paradise on my iPod. It's set in the tropics, John. Lets see, what shall I bring? Oh yeah, Borahgear Stealth backpack Borahgami original (wings opposite sides) Borahgami (wings same...
Smashing Cold-Weather Hammock Myths
I saw that we had an interesting thread on Shug's courageous -40ºF night in a hammock, and since the Northeast is getting it's own cold snap, I thought I'd do some of...
Inertia O Zone sleeping pad
Anybody try one of these yet? http://www.klymit.com/index.php/products-1/sleeping-pads/inertia-o-zone.html. I have the x frame for summer use but the comfort is marginal compared to my neoair. But this one looks very interesting. For 2...
Day hiking list
Here's my typical day hiking list for above freezing day hikes. It's not much different than my multi-day list other than sleeping/cooking/shelter. I might add more insulation for shoulder seasons. There is...
Do these CLO values look right to you?
See the list of CLO values here at: http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/clo-clothing-thermal-insulation-d_732.html ...under "coats," an average down jacket is .55 and an average parka is .70. Don't those numbers seem awfully low, even for a...
Earth Runner Sandals vs Exodus Sandals
Grounding sandals? Give me a break! A fool and his money are soon parted. --B.G.-- Might as well throw Bedrock Sandals into the conversation as well. I hadn't heard of Earth Runner...
IMUSA mug, hot handle, heat shield tape
... Excellent! I was wondering how to solve this problem! Now to the auto store! Did you actually see 'more horsepower' as promised? I think the mod will make the mug more...
Backpack for BearVault 200 - JMT
Thanks for all the info guys. I'll like to get some of your input about the feasibility of using a canister with a ULA OHM backpack. Since I really love the pack,...
Backpack for BearVault 200 - JMT
I'm doing the John Muir Trail this coming summer, and have started to think more about how my BearVault 200 will fit into my GG Gorilla...not looking good. I've gotten fairly lightweight...
Water Bottle Pillow
Using a water bottle as a pillow is not a new idea. This 96 ounce Kirkland (Costco)grape juice bottle with the flattened mid section, however, works so well I couldn't resist posting....
Winter quilt users- are you awake when u roll over?
Like the subject states, are you awake for the most part when you roll over to another position in your quilt during the winter? Does a quilt work for you? The reason...
Pad Straps Below Single Layer Hammock?
Someone shoot me down here as I'm feeling like this has been tried but why not sew a few 'strips' of light weight material on the underside of a (1.1 ripstop) single...
Bataan March New Mexico advice
I am doing this Bataan March in New Mexico with a Veterans group that I am a part of and I was wanting to get some opinions and advice on what to...
JMT Late June 2014 gear list for 12 days hike southbound - from Happy isles to MTR - need overhaul ?
Please take a look and help me out here. So far the base weight is at 12.5lb without considering sleeping bag, sleeping pads and few other essentials. I really need to drop...
Best DURABLE glove?
"I quickly checked amazon and yes there are several pairs of 100% kevlar gloves. " They seem to be inexpensive too so if they work out, there's a lot to love about...
2014 SOBO gear list
Looking for feedback on an AT gear list if anybody has a few minutes. I'm preparing for a ~6/15 start date, staying out for 8 weeks. Thanks! One change I'm specifically considering...
Sierra High Route/JMT Hybrid - August 2013 - A Backcountry Adventure
Preface: This past summer (August 3-17th), my fiancé and I spent two weeks hiking through the Sierras. Having done the John Muir Trail a couple years previously, I wanted something a little...
EE Prodigy + MLD Superlight Bivy for Winter Mtn Use in Southeast
I am experimenting with a sleep system for the southern Appalachian Mountains in winter (aka shoulder season for folks out west and further north). Specifically, I am trying to put together something...
Best sleep socks?
What are the best socks for sleeping in? I've been looking at those fleece acorn socks and I wonder if they are warmer for the weight than wool socks. Are there any...
"Light" gear list to shoot for?
Not me. In general, you don't need a mega-tripod unless you are shooting with a very heavy lens or camera. The exception might be for astrophotography. --B.G.-- Thanks Robert, I had seen...
