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reflective coating in sleeping bags
Please note that the Stefan Boltzmann law which determines the difference between radiation absorbed and emitted by an object only depends on the area of that object, the temperature of that object,...
reflective coating in sleeping bags
Having fallen in love with my Fugu Jacket which has an aluminum(?) reflecting layer of sorts forming the inside of the jacket, I was wondering why this isn't incorporated into more sleeping...
Ice axe / crampons for early July JMT
I'm going to try to keep this organized, because I have a few separate questions. I'm planning to hike the JMT this year in early July, and based on the snow reports...
Maximizing weight saveing versus cost
Hi, I'm trying to make the transition to UL, or semi-UL in time for a backpacking trip in early August. My gear is mostly 15 years old, so I am pretty much...
Most comfortable sleeping pad
What would you recommend as the most comfortable sleeping pad? I'd use it from about 15F to 60F. I don't sleep easily at the best of times, and only sleep on my...
Trekking poles-who uses them?
Of course I use them plenty on ski ascents, and when skinning up gets steep and maneuvering gets dicey, they are great to have. I can't do hiking poles though for backpacking...
Need help with a sleeping pad!
Hello everyone, I've been fighting with sleeping pads and cannot seem to find one I like. I don't sleep well on a closed cell pad. I sleep well on inflatable ones but......
New to winter backpacking– gear help.
I am new to winter backpacking and need a little guidance on specific gear selection, upgrades and additions. My winter locations will be the Rocky Mountains and the Front-range of Colorado. Overnight...
What do you throw in at the last minute?
I am curious. I have my own gear list with a base weight around 15-16 lbs but then I am always tempted to throw something in at the last minute before leaving....
CT Thru starting early July
CT Thru-hike Probably starting early July -WORN/CARRIED- 7.2 BPL Merino Hoody 2.7 Exofficio BBriefs 3.7 Generic Soccer Shorts 1.2 Bandana 23.4 New Balance Runners (pair) 2.0 Darn Tough Socks 7.9 Luxurylite Staff...
This could be a Rescue…..
Need some good stories. During your hikes have you run across any Darwin award candidates that you think "I will read about him in the paper." Two of my favorites. 1) Ran...
Needles Range, CO 4 day list
So I am not much of a UL guy, but I would like to put together a solid list of gear that I would be taking on this trip. Any feedback would...
Western and High Atlas traverse
Western Atlas and High Atlas Trip: Ellie and Derek, April 2010 Following route suggested by Hamish Brown: Up Amezmiz valley to Jbel Gourza, continuous ridge to Erdouz and Igdat, over pass to...
Non-freestanding tents on unfriendly soil…
I'm very hesitant to shop for non freestanding tents, but am also very attracted to the idea of something like a Lunar Duo or Meta 2p. Have any of you who use...
PCT 2010 gear list
Hi all, I'm thru-hiking the PCT northbound starting around May 21st this year. I'm going solo and anticipate taking four months to get to Canada. My gear list can be found here...
MLD Duomid or Trailstar
I have owned both. Only have Tstar currently. I would probably go for the Duo unless high wind performance is the most important thing for you. One thing to note is that...
Bombproof Geodesic 2 Man Mountain Tents
So, which to go for? My shortlist is the following: 1. Terra Nova Quasar ETC It is heavy, over 5kf, but the fabric seems very hard wearing. Disapointing ventilations options as all...
Backpacker Going Lightweight
Last year my backpack (with food, fuel, etc...) weighed 36.5 lbs for 4 night/5 day trip. This year we are doing a 5 night/6 day trip, and this is what this gear...
Sleeping bag advice needed
I'm looking for a sleeping bag to use in August/September in the Rockies in Alberta. The temps lower down are not too bad, maybe 45F, but higher up on the mountain it's...
Pairing Air Pad and Blue Foam
For those of you who pair a short air pad (2.5") with a blue foam foot section (3/8") -- do you mind or even feel the effect of a 2" drop? Or...
