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Is it worth it?
http://bedrockandparadox.wordpress.com/2011/02/16/costbenefit/ Exit question: best spiritual/practical bang for buck tangible outdoor object (aka gear)? camera I agree with Jack on his exit question answer. But in general...."is it worth it"...... While I've not...
MODEL YOUR MYOG DESIGNS IN 3D - SEE FABRIC STRESS - COOL SOFTWARE!!
In recent weeks I've spent a lot of time (probably too much) looking around for software packages that will allow me to speed up the design-to-sewing process. Here's one candidate I thought...
Replacing Long Johns with Insulated Down Vest/Jacket?
I was taking a moment to review all of the gear in my pack and to questions if it made sense to carry. My insulated jacket is a Montbell Thermawrap jacket, which...
Colorado Trail in June sleep system
First, thanks to everyone who makes these forums such a great resource. Were it not for the collective advice of BPL readers, backpacking would be far more a burden than a blessing....
Recommend me a tent?
Hi all, First post here. Hope I chose the right forum for this question. I'm going to be living outside for about 6 months of this year, and possibly beyond that, if...
Input on Exceedingly lengthy but good ? A.T Thru Hike Gear List for Mar/April 2011
I APOLOGIZE FOR THE LENGTHY LIST'S - IF YOU READ LONG ENOUGH TO GET TO THE END YOU'RE AN AWESOME PERSON :-) Greetings - wanted a bit of feedback or thoughts in...
No love for Eco gear?
Just like everything else in this whole "green movement" they try to guilt trip us into buying something we don't want so they can look enviormentally responsible. Oh and don't get so...
Snowshoe floatation question
This year is my first time snowshoeing. I bought some Atlas 925's on sale to try, they work pretty well, but they seem to sink pretty far into the snow. The snow...
Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt 30
This is my initial review of the Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt 30 size regular. Weight as measured 19 ounces. Loft as measured 1 & 3/4 inches. I had found that I...
Kooka Bay
Lawson, Or just purchase the designs and leftover materials, raw material contacts, etc. and not all the existing baggage. Rename or rebrand the product line and move forward helping and supporting the...
A Little Help Please
Hi all. I have a Integral Designs Sil Tarp and a Bearpaw Minamalist 1. I have used Tarptents for a long time and would like to go the tarp route. I have...
Ultralight Pot Stand?
Has anyone tried this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130465484010? Any feedback? Is it sturdy? Flimsy? Well made? Does it fit well together? Thanks! HJ Trangia came out with something that is very similar and looks like...
Hiking Through Hyperbole Part 2: The Snowy Sierra
Companion forum thread to:Hiking Through Hyperbole Part 2: The Snowy Sierra Thanks for taking the time to write such a thrilling account of your adventures. The pictures are spectacular. I had to...
Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Air Mat Product Review
Companion forum thread to:Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Air Mat Product Review Good to see a review of this new model. By the way, it's not called a Prolite 3, it's called a Prolite....
Desert/canyon sleeping advice
I'm planning to do a couple of backpacking trips in southeastern Utah this fall (Dark Canyon, Grand Gulch). It'll be my first experience sleeping in canyons, so I wanted to see if...
Leaving Pack Outside Shelter
I have been wondering what most people end up doing with their pack when they are all settled in for the night? I think most people end up keeping it inside their...
First aid and rescue kits - what to leave behind?
I have carried a small multi tool 2 oz and on several occasions have lent it to others to fix sleeping bag zippers. Also used the awl to repair a shoe sole....
10x10 SilNylon Pyramid Design
Eric: Ben's advice in making a smaller version is probably sound advice. I am learning as I go, and I'm at a spot that even if this one doesn't turn out like...
Granite gear nimbus meridian Vs. nimbus trace 62
Hello everyone, about to purchase my first pack. I was about to get the nimbus when I discovered the new nimbus trace 62 that was just released. I would imagine it is...
Insulation help for myog synthetic quilt
Ok, so I'm wanting to make my own synthetic quilt for an early start on the AT. I've searched and read many threads on here and I am still not sure on...
