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Google Earth
Been spending time searching for and looking at trails on Google Earth. You can see trails from space. Sometimes you can even see hikers on the PCT on Google Earth. I'm wondering...
MLD Duomid or Trailstar
I, too, am waiting on my Trailstar to come in. The many pitching options and it's simplicity sold it for me. Also, no-zip means it can't ever fail. Hendrik, I was kinda...
Late July JMT
Probably going for two weeks in late July. Not really trying to cut weight as much as making sure I have the correct stuff for the weather, bugs, etc. I still haven't...
Cold weather/winter survival shelter
The question is what should I carry in my backpack when I day hike in very cold weather (sub-freezing) and find myself unexpectedly having to survive for an overnight, or two, for...
Anyone use Insect Shield to Treat their Clothes?
Has anyone sent in their clothes to be treated by Insect Shield? Curious how it's been working and if you noticed any shrinkage/damage to the clothes. Yes, with at least a dozen...
How to handle wet clothes on a cold / rainy trip?
I have been on 6/7 backpacking trips so far and finally had one when I was rained on this last season. It was also kind of chilly ( 35 - 45 f...
20 deg too drafty for quilt?
I read Skurka say, "I see little sense in a quilt that is rated for temperatures colder than the high-20’s. Beyond this threshold, high-loft head insulation is absolutely mandatory, and at that...
MLD Patrol Shelter: can it be improved?
Please see below Hi folks Been playing around with A-Frame designs for some time now, but for my usage I haven't come up with anything that would work any better than the...
Groundsheet & Permethrin
I have searched around a bit and can't seem to nail this one down. I tarp camp mostly and sleep with a headset when necessary. Is it possible to treat polycro or...
Gates of the Artic National Park Alaska - August
If I can get everything worked out it looks like I might be able to do a 10 day backcountry trip to Gates of the Artic National Park in Alaska in mid...
Are bugs around Lake Superior bad?
Hi Guys, I planning a car trip around Lake Superior starting July 28 and lasting 3 weeks. We will be starting from Toronto, Ontario. It is supposed to be hiking, backpacking and...
West Canada Lakes Loop and a few peaks!
I took advantage of the long Columbus Day weekend to take a trip I had been planning for a while now, the West Canada Lakes Loop. Located in the wildest, least-traversed area...
Thru-hiker quilt finished
My first post on BPL is gonna be a long one. sorry for the poor grammar/spelling. Finally finished my quilt kit last night. This is my first sleeping bag and one of...
Marmot Pounder
Hello, I'm participating in a mountain marathon in June and as such I am looking at ways to reduce my pack weight further. I camer accross a Marmot Pounder on sale for...
Attention hammock users
There is a couple who have created a great mod. They add a zipper where the hammock body and netting come together on a Hennessey Hammock. This is a really great idea...
What Would Jesus Carry?
how so? adam s.... HERETIC!!!! See my randomly selected bible quotes for the truth about JC. If you disagree with my interpretation of the bible then the devil is acting through you...
Make Your Own Balaclava
Make Your Own Balaclava - 1,2,4 Find an old polypropylene thermal underwear top or bottom. Cut off a leg or sleeve, pull it over your head, mark where your eyes and mouth...
Dealing with being a really sweaty person on backpacking trips
I sweat a lot. Like, I soak my clothes. Last year in Mt Rainier National Park, I soaked my sun hoodie, pants, and underwear. I laid them out in the sun when...
Rope: How long for ridgeline? What else to do with it?
I just got 50ft of Lawson's Ironwire and 50ft of their Glowire. Great stuff. I don't have much rope so I figured two hanks would be good to have. Anyhow, I've been...
Winter's coming...or, I can't get out as much as I'd like
So what do you do to satisfy your backpacking/hiking craving when, for various reasons, you can't get out on the trail very much? I used to just buy gear all the time...
