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What to bring for sleep in hot conditions?
I drove my boyfriend to Cabazon this weekend so he could begin a section hike on the PCT. (Yes, that was a crazy idea and he called me the next day in...
First Outing
Just got home from my first outing in NE AL and NW GA. I went alone. Ok so probably not smart since I've only ever camped in a campground...lol Next time, my...
What happened at thermarest?
Hi all, I've been out of touch with backpacking the last 6 months and am just getting back up to speed with things. I have 2 neo-air regular pads but on the...
straight thread vs zig zag
Doing some reading recently I found arguments for using the zig zag stitch as a way to allow for stretching of the material. However, I read of the older machine that can...
Cooking in the rain
Hi everyone! I haven't posted much lately but am on most days, reading all of the interesting threads here! I am going on an overnight hike with my wife and a couple...
Help needed. San Juans in early-mid July: Gear for snow and cold and bugs
I am going into the Chicago Basin soon with my 16 year old son to camp and hopefully top out on a few peaks. I live in the East so I have...
Los Padres National Forest: Gene Marshall Piedra Blanca Trail
Over Memorial Weekend, my girlfriend and I planned a two-night trip up the Gene Marshall Trail from Reyes Campground to the ridgeline along Pine Mountain, the high country of the Sespe Wilderness...
DIY Tarp Shape
I'm also a fan of the side entry tarp, I really like this design that is sadly not in production:Brawny Tarp Here are some myog notes on the design:Forum Index » BPL...
Shelter Help: HMG Echo II Shelter or others
I'm looking to purchase a shelter that can accommodate me, my wife, and our 60lb dog. I was very interested in the HMG Echo II shelter system but im concerned that we...
Quilt versus mummy sleeping bags
Hi Javan, How does the Cyanocitta do for side sleepers. I tend to sleep either on my side foetal position or on my stomach in a Tarot Hanged Man sort of deal...
Pack liners vs pack covers
I don't get it which one do you use? I look at gear lists and some use both. Is their any advantages of one verses the other.I know I want to protect...
Help me pick my first tarp
I've been reading a lot of postings about how great tarp camping is and I think we (my wife and I) are ready to give it a try. We're currently using a...
Shared Gear for Family of Four (3 season, Australia)
I've been reading lots of posts here for awhile and spreadsheeting my ideas based on people's suggestions. I'd like to get some feedback before I go shopping. We have been doing days...
Summer Quilt
I'm intrested in purchasing a summer quilt and can use some advice. I've pretty much decided to order a Summer Burrow from HammockGear. However, they are now offering this quilt in two...
Gotta order light weight shelter today need help on the fly...
I have done a good amount of dorking out and narrowed my choices down to some kind of Tarp Tent with a bug net or the Black Diamond Lighthouse or Highlight. The...
The over use of lighters
I read these lists and everyone seems to prefer mini-bics amd bic lighters. Now I am all for technology on the trail but I have seen enough of these disgarded by campfire...
My Center Zip pack I made
The story starts this way I won a Six moon designs swift 10 on ebay .I loaded it up with 30lbs I carried for 3 miles I was so impressed with how...
2 UL Guys & 2 Reg/Heavy Pack Guys @ Harriman State Park
Went to Harriman State Park this past long wknd for 2.5 days with BPL member Steve McAllister and three other friends. I'll let Steve comment on his gear list and base weight,...
Big 2/3 for the lady
So my girlfriend would like to join me in backpacking (yay!). This means she needs to get some gear, and understandably wants some help finding what's right for her. We live in...
Poncho Tarps. Questions
I'm new to the ultralight way of doing things, and am moving away from my beloved (but 5lb) black diamond mesa 2. I will be using a bivy. I've been looking at...
