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Not Just For Turkey
I just wanted to share a little idea that I have been using for a long time now. This is not you average piece of backpacking gear. It's very cheap and is...
JMT speed record attempt
It's after the fact and moot now, but Mark Davis seemed to have the best method at attempting verification for solo efforts. Mark passed out small cards with his name and email...
Sun shade tarp
Hi Guys, I'm looking for tarp for two that could be used not only for wind and wet weather but also for screening from hot desert sun and winds. Tarp mainly will...
Insulation for an afternoon nap in my tent
Sometimes I like a short nap in the afternoon. Maybe I should post this in the "Concessions to Aging" thread. Anyway, I like setting up at least my bug screen for a...
rain chaps or rain “skirt”?
I’m not a fan of rain pants and am looking for an alternative- I’ve eyeballed both chaps and skirts. pros or cons with either? TIA I'm a skirt guy. Good ventilation. ...
3 Season Gearlist Help/Critique
So I have been trying out gear for a few years now and have narrowed it down to what I really like. What I am having trouble with still is finding a...
What a Beginner Needs for Backpacking: Part 2
Clothing, Footwear, Group Gear (Water Treatment, Stoves and Fuel, Shelter). Basic training for the beginner and/or young backpacker, with a focus on Scouts.
Whats your weight for the big 3+1
Assuming lows down to 60 degrees: ULA Amp - 13.0 oz. AMK Thermolite 2 bivy bag - 6.88 oz. Custom Cat tarp - 8.5 oz. NeoAir Pad - 13.75 oz. Total: 42.13...
Ireland Way thru hike Gear List
I have a fun little walk coming up this May 27-July 3. I’ll be doing a 650 mile thru hike of Ireland, on the (fairly new) Ireland Way trail. I thought I’d...
ZPacks Poncho/Groundsheet
Been reading about this product, and have been thinking about giving it a go. I've read everything that BPL member Nick Gatel has said about this product. Has anyone else used this...
Eureka Backcountry 1 - Making a Vestibule
DISCLAIMER: I'm a *total novice* for backpacking solo. I've always accompanied experienced folks who did lovely things like.... cook and set up the tent. I provided effervescence, comic relief and a fair...
Trekkertent Saor DCF / Djedi Dome DCF-eVent - Durability and Condenstation?
Hi, Sam, I haven't had the tent out enough to know how much of my experience is due to the fabric breathing, how much to luck, and how much to other factors....
Zpacks tent floor leaking
I have a Triplex which using the 1.0 oz/sqyd DCF material as the floor. We used it for a PCT section hike and now the floor is leaking like a sieve. There are...
Ponchos vs rain clothes
Lets duke it out. Why do you like your poncho? Why do you prefer rain jacket & pants? Do you simply hike under an umbrella? I have been hiking in the rain,qearing...
By popular demand ;-)
Okay, okay. So one guy asked me. But here it is, anyway. Have at it. I can take it. ;-D Stargazer’s minimalist gear list for the shoulder seasons: Carried: 7 oz Gossamer...
3 day gear list
Here is my gear list since I have shed 20 pounds of needless weight I was carrying around. This forum and the Lightweight backpacking book have changed me for the better.A few...
Please help my list out
Okay I am new to lightweight backpacking, although I have been backpacking for over 12 years now. Currently my pack weights about 50-55 lbs and this is just way too much. I...
Gear List for PCT and the World
I have recently come up with the idea about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and even throughout the world. I write to you with little backpacking experience, and would value your information...
new site for ultralight backpacking gear
A friend of mine sent me this link to the latest technology in Ultralight Gear. Simply amazing. It solves that old food weight issue. http://www.ediblegear.com Edible gear. This is odd. I'm curious...
Gossamer Gear Whisper Review (Updated)
The Gossamer Gear Whisper is a 1-person, 2-pole, floorless full-perimeter shelter made with Dyneema Composite Fabrics. It includes an attached noseeum mesh netting skirt, is pitched with 7 stakes, and weighs 9.8 oz (280 g).
