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Wintertent (Soulo copy): I need your thoughts
I am making a copy of the soulo (hilleberg). (a little higher and longer) I have made a framework for the dimensions of the fabric some photo's MarcD on Freestanding winter/summit tent...
NPR Reports: REI vs L.L. Bean Return Policy
Our Lifetime Guarantee Unconditional lifetime guarantee—simply and without strings or conditions: If our socks are not the most comfortable, durable and best fitting socks you have ever owned, return them for another...
sleeping bag question
I've got an older REI Polar Pod (bought in 2008). Regular size, synthetic, mummy style. REI says it's a 20*F bag. I'm not a big person, about 5'9" 150lbs. Definitely not top...
3rd annual BPL Spring Run Adventure
Took a few lazy minutes to skim over the heap of Zion Traverse writeups on the web. I think running E to W and getting the biggest climb out of the way...
In 10 Days across Switzerland
First of all Im not a native english speaker so sorry for my spelling! In 10 Days across Switzerland Taking the Via Alpina green route across Switzerland. 370km and 26500hm over 14...
Zpacks Arc Blast 60 liter
I received my Zpacks Arc Blast, the large 60 liter, 17.0 oz. size for winter loads, and love it. If you are worried about getting poked, don’t worry, the stays terminate at...
Why barefoot isn't best for most runners
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/the-running-blog/2013/aug/22/barefoot-isnt-best-most-runners more at link ... This is a paraphrased version of a conversation I had with one (particularly extreme) barefoot runner: "I've managed to teach myself to run in Vibrams. It's taken...
2014 AT NOBO gear list
I'm getting my last bits of gear together and trying to hash out all the things I dont need. This is my list for a March 1st start date. The only things...
marmot "lifetime" warranty worthless for me
some folks have here have had issues with marmot warranties, especially with their rain jackets and delamination ... at least one BPL member doesnt even waste his time contacting them with warranty...
Looking for best UL cooking system
Cooking solo or with two people,which stove and cookware privies ease and efficient use for two or three days? You just hit one of the "PC or Mac" or "Ford vs Chevy"...
Pushing a 50F Syn quilt below its rating.
Hi folks, I am wondering at what temperatures would the below setup would be comfortable to. Exped Synmat UL 7. EE Prodigy 50f. Stoic Hadron Down hoody. Montbell Ul inner pants Goose...
Which sleeping bag in the Winds next week?
Hey folks, Heading out for a week starting on Sunday afternoon in the Southern Winds. I've two sleeping bags: a Montbell Spiral #3 (800 fp) and a Western Mountaineering Ultralite. I'm a...
What's it like to bushwhack after a large forest fire?
So let's say your national park has a fairly significant forest fire. Granted it's sad... but it happens. It's also part of nature (assuming the vast devastation isn't because the forest service...
Packing Light for Northern Tier
Have squeezed BPL for light weight gear and insights on Philmont last year (I stepped off wit 5 days of Phil-Food, 4L water, Crew and personal gear at 38lbs thanks to BPL)I'm...
Torso only pads, Yay or Nay?
"this is why although I'm continually tempted to shave the 8oz for an xlite torso, that I've stuck with the full lenth neo air xtherm as my all season pad. " This...
Conversion from Military Heavweight Backpacker to an Ultralight Enthusiat
Hi all, I come from a military background where the emphasis was on carrying as much as possible just in case we would ever need it (as well as the 'man up'...
Unsure about this conversion from boots to trail shoes
My first attempt to convert from boots to trail shoes is a near failure. I'm interested in your thoughts as to what to do differently. My wife, son, and I just completed...
Looking to shed some pack weight in a hurry
I am heading to Glacier National Park for a 4 day 3 night hike over Labor day weekend and currently my pack with all my gear and food weighs 36.4lbs once you...
Packrafting Yakutat, Alaska
I’ve always liked sleeping in airports. Draped over a couch or crashed out on the floor, I feel like a hobo, cut loose from societal norms and on the verge of a...
Winter Tent Recommendations Please
I'm having trouble picking out a new winter tent for my wife & I. I currently have an old Mountain Hardwear Light Wedge 3, which is a palace, & works reasonably well...
