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New England Summer AT Solo List
The attached list is for a solo 3+ day hike along the AT in New England. This excludes areas in New Hampshire above the tree line and is intended for lows above...
The Pacific Northwest Gear Thread
When the forecast is straight rain for a few days, I don't go hiking. I don't mind the occasional day hike in the rain, or some showers on an extended trip, but...
The Pacific Northwest Gear Thread
The unique climate of western Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia can place upon one's gear demands and stresses that are not typically encountered elsewhere. Because of this, many items that perform splendidly...
Yes...Another JMT Gear List
Hi everyone, I'm currently planning to hike the JMT going north. I'll start at Cottonwood Creek, go up and over New Army Pass and join up with the PCT right near Rock...
Cold and restless newbie needs some sleeping bag/pad recommendations
Hi Everyone, There's so much great info on this forum. I know that my questions have been indirectly addressed in the past. But, I've done some homework, and I'm trying to narrow...
Please Shred this
Still trying to get my full pack weight ( 4 season) down to 25 or less. Although I started with a 50# pack and have pared it down to 24# Base 36#...
A little help please
Since this is my first post I will give full disclosure: In my 18 years of backpacking I have always thought the ultratight crowd was kind of crazy. :) Not really crazy...
Big Sky International Evolution 2P Tent Review
Companion forum thread to:Big Sky International Evolution 2P Tent Review Ray, nice to read about your findings with this tent. How is the supply going to be with Big Sky this year?...
Need help with my gear! :)
Hey guys, first time of this forum, I'm 16 and in love with backpacking, cant get it out of my mind, and i put together a comprehensive list of what take every...
My backpacking gear list - 16 year old AT section hiker
Hey guys, first time of this forum, I'm 16 and in love with backpacking, cant get it out of my mind, and i put together a comprehensive list of what take every...
Still another JMT Gear List 2011
Maybe we'll all see each other out there this summer. Hike dates July 25-August 15, southbound Yosemite to Whitney. Conditions probably warm and dry but we have been cautioned to be prepared...
What is the best sleeping pad? Maybe Peak Elite AC?
Hi, I did look in files and archives but I did not find too much that would help me. I have never backpacked before, only day hikes so I need some help...
SUL on the Shipwreck Coast
The Shipwreck Coast refers to the Lake Superior Shoreline in the upper peninsula of Michigan between Marquette and Whitefish Point, and includes the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. It gets its name from...
More of a gear review than a trip report - Henry Coe overnight with new gear
I've had plantar fasciitis for a couple of months so haven't been able to get out and try the new gear I've been loading up on since last summer. I decided to...
Deciding between BearPaw Cub Den 1.5, Zpacks Hexamid (I chose Cub Den, here are the pics and initial setup)
Mark, I do get some condensation like all tents do here in the NW. When I get around to it I'll take pictures of my Lightheart Cuben Solo and post pictures similar...
The North Face Verto 26 pack?
Has anyone tried a North Face Verto 26 pack? It seems to fit into the GoLite Ion niche: 11oz, 26 liters, removable waist belt, one (???) water bottle pocket, and about $69....
Learning how to use an ice axe
I have very little experience using an ice axe and crampons and was considering taking this class. http://www.mtadventure.com/pages/mountaineering.html#crampon Does anyone have any feedback on this class? Or other recommendations? Taking a class...
Sleeping Pad for Summer Hiking/Camping in Yellowstone
I'm a regular Florida "camper" that's making my first run to Yellowstone at the end of May to early June. We are doing a 5 night venture, and I think I have...
Lighten up a Shasta Load
Hi all, Heading to Shasta in a couple weeks and wondering what I can leave behind. We're camping. Anyone want to take a crack at the list below? It's my personal gear,...
Frogg Toggs 2.8oz Emergency Poncho
I came across this one the other day and ordered one to check it out. It *is* thin and won't take weeks of abuse, but I thought it might work out for...
