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3 season Tarptent use above treeline – do I need a bivy bag?
Hi! I bought a Cloudburst Tarptent a while ago. I haven't had time to test it that much yet. I've only tested it in forested terrain in temperatures around around 5-10 degrees...
Therm-A-Rest Ridgerest
One of the workhorses of backpacking since it was released, this sleeping pad combines lost cost, durability, and relative comfort like the ridgerest. I'm not scared to strap it on the outside...
What constitutes an ideal three season bag?
I’m not sure if the desire for a suitable (if not perfect) three season sleeping bag that can be used Spring, Summer, and Fall is really reasonable or whether I should just...
North Face 5.4oz waterproof w/hood
5.8oz in size large that is light! thanks for the info! i'm going to try out TNF Triumph anorak for my self. I have never considered North Face a SUL company. How...
First trip with new wife- what sleep system? also gear list for 6 days in Glacier
My new wife is ready to jump into the backpacking world with me. I'm currently a mid-heavy weight backpacker working my way to "light". For her, it'll be all new gear so...
Backpacking on O’ahu: Waimano Trail
Hello all, I'm new to BPL, and this is my first Trip Report. For everyone who is tired of winter, and would like a little sun, here's a few words and photos...
Closed cell or inflatable?
I am working towards a sub-10 lb. pack for a hike this summer. I had originally planned to use the 8 oz. Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest closed cell pad in a 3/4 length. However,...
Converting my wife
G’Day All I would like to tell you all about a little trip I took with my wife. There’s a trail in Tasmania called the Overland Track, It’s between 75 and 100Km...
Joshua Tree, Ca. 40 miles, 2/16-2/17/08
Joshua Tree, Ca, USA: 40 miles from the Black Rock Canyon trail head of the CRHT to the North Entrance: two days, one night. With a water resupply midway. And a beer...
Backpack for JMT in Aug/Sept
I've been researching a better pack for my Nimbus Ozone which is up for sale right now, and I think I've narrowed it down to about 5 packs. My current and future...
Bag warmth vs. Altitude @ same temp.
Let's assume you have a 30 degree bag that 'just' keeps you warm at 30 degrees at sea level. Now take that bag to 10,000 feet at 30 degrees, the only difference...
Base Weight poll…
"For 3 season hikes of up to 5 days I use a 3 lb base." Nice list, Quoddy. What kind of water bottles are you using? Your stove seems kinda heavy though....
Base Weight poll…
i have never, ever, added up absolutely everything for a real base weight. i wonder if this is a gender difference, as i genuinely don't care if i'm carrying 11 lbs 5...
Saguaro NP: 1 night with extra coyotes, please
My girlfriend and I hiked up the Douglas Springs trail to the camp of the same name Saturday afternoon in the usual beautiful Tucson weather (60 F. sunny). Dark comes around 6...
Winter Camping – No Tent
With all this chat about tents and suitable envirmoents for them, I have been thinking about going on my next winter adventure without one! Just using a bivy and digging a simple...
Montane Superfly Event
Does anyone have any experience with this jacket? I have a Montane Hydralite and was looking to upgrade to something more breathable for wet PNW spring and fall hiking. The Hydralite is,...
Winter Packpacking Gear?
John: Since food is practically your only source of warmth, wouldn't it be wise to carry 3-5k extra calories? That's something like 30 ounces of fats or high-fat foods, but it could...
Sleeping pad choices
ooops - :) If width is important, then I agree the Stephenson's DAM is a good bet. Pricey, and definitely not the lightest pad on the market, but at a standard shoulder...
Sleeping pad choices
I'm hiking the PCT. I'm working on getting my pack down to a very light load so I can bring a couple of luxury items. I really want to sleep on something...
When a Bag is Better than a Quilt
Speaking strictly about weight and top layer loft in bags and quilts: One of the main "selling" points for a quilt is that for an equal amount of TOP layer loft, one...
