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Coloring a Tyvek Suit
I remember a previous thread, and since I wanted a cheap, ultralight wind/rain layer, I ordered a Tyvek suit from Amazon for less than $8 (first picture). Thing is, I look like...
Pacific Crest Trail 2014 NOBO
Edited this original post, this is where I'm at right now. Close to 2 months away. Just looking for any additional advice. Still need to pick up a head net. Also, shorts...
November Trip: Patagonia or something else?
I am finally getting around to planning a trip for November. Work is shut down for the week of Thanksgiving and I have a lot of vacation that I need to burn...
Western Mountaineering on water resistant down and Pertex fabric
A quick clarification - Patagonia's Encapsil(R) down treatment involves a plasma (ionisation) process. The fanfare is that supposedly the molecular bonding of the DWR to the down due to the ionisation process...
Patagucci as technical wear?
Seems all the technical fleeces are riddled with the ubiquitously annoying zipper chest pocket, zippered handwarmers, hoods, thumb loops, and a hundred other things I don't need. I really like the simplicity...
Bristlecone Bivy
Anyone around here own and use a Katabatic Bristlecone bivy? I read a few reviews that I found on here and on the internet, I'm looking to see if there are any...
Yosemite Falls & Eagle Peak, November 23-24
Given how beautiful the weather is year-round in California, there isn't much reason to not go backpacking in the winter. A few of us have been planning a trip to Yosemite on...
Wax burners
Since I'm heading out the Aleutian Islands again and there is only jet service to Adak (TSA inspections, no liquid or gaseous fuels), I fiddled with some solid fuel options. Yeah, I...
Is Tyvek Really That Bad?
Is Tyvek really all that bad? :) Yeah, I know polycro is all the UL rage, but I use a NeoAir. I'm more than just a little paranoid about getting a puncture...
Test 3
Hey everyone, Trying to clean out the closest to pay for some unexpected bills. All prices include shipping in the US. If you order more than one thing, I'll try to combine...
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Hey everyone, Trying to clean out the closest to pay for some unexpected bills. All prices include shipping in the US. If you order more than one thing, I'll try to combine...
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Hey everyone, Trying to clean out the closest to pay for some unexpected bills. All prices include shipping in the US. If you order more than one thing, I'll try to combine...
Space Blankets- Do You Carry One?
one thing that is useful when its not cold enough for a full fledged VBL ... but when you may want the occasional boost in cold nights ... is to wrap oneself...
Backpacking in Hunting Season
Saturday is the start of the first rifle season for Elk in Colorado. I am debating going for a trip in the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness in Colorado which will definitely have hunters....
Moto-Backpacking
Companion forum thread to:Moto-Backpacking It's fun. Not a new concept by any means though. I'm sure some have scanned their old photographs from their motorcycle forays. I always worried about my ride...
helping girlfriend reduce weight - personal fears
last July a friend who would later become my girlfriend told me she wanted to become an avid backpacker. i offered to go on an easy out and back on the AT...
QUILT ADVICE PLEASE...PROS AND CONS....BRANDS
IM interested in getting a quilt but know nothing about them. What are the cons vs sleeping bags? How do you choose a temp rate for a quilt since its not enclosed?...
HipBelt Pockets
Im planning on ordering a Zpacks Arc Blast in the next day or two but im wondering if the hip belt pockets I already have from MLD will be a good fit...
Fleece warmth
I am in the market for a synthetic puffy jacket but I may not need it after all. I picked up a $1 powerdry polartec grid fleece at goodwill that is a...
Sleep comfort: Neoair Alternative?
Let me preface this by saying I only have the Neoair Xtherm (in large), and I've never been a huge fan of inflatables. Just got back from a trip where I tried...
