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Struck by lightning
It's surprisingly hard to find any info & stories about other backpackers that have been struck by lightning while in the backcountry, so I thought I'd start a thread. I was struck...
Any guys out there using 66" Neoair Xlite or Xtherm?
I'm 5' 6.5", 150lbs and tried a Neoair Xlite 66" at the store the other day and it seemed to fit. I was pretty surprised that nothing was hanging over. I'm mainly...
Would I regret using a 32 degree bag in sub zero temps?
I read somewhere that bags are rated at the temp you would be comfortable in naked. So I figure a 32 degree bag with a bunch wool/down layers should work. Anyone have...
Cold 3-Season Vermont Long Trail geargrams list
http://www.geargrams.com/list?id=9256 I'm planning to do the Long Trail in October. I'm gearing for days in the 40-55 range and trying to expect nights in the 20's, though supposedly they should be more...
JMT: Best Swimmin & Jumpin
Question for all that have already completed the JMT. What is everyone's opinion on the best swimming along the trail as well as cliff jumping in to lakes? Being a Western Washington...
drying cloths on the trail
I've heard alot about people drying cloths at night by bringing them inside there sleeping bag. I am concenred that then the items dry the moisture (evaporation)will soak me and my down...
I’m new to this and I need some (a ton of) advice
Hello all! I'm new to backpacking! I'm starting off with an ultralight (maybe more of a light) attitude. My goal is to be able to sustain myself for long periods of time...
Ground sheet
What are people using as a ground sheet with a Zpacks Hexamid? I'm thinking of using a piece of polycro or painters drop cloth as mine. That Zpacks poncho/groundsheet seems to combine...
Campslipper/kneepads/sitpads
I divided my closed cell sit pad into two pieces so I could use it as kneepads when crawling around on the ground. I like two pieces so I can crawl by...
Chair Feet
I came up with a way to keep my chair feet from sinking in soft ground. The pictures are from when they were new, but they have been used enough now that...
My first SUL overnight trip
Pack - generic cloth backpack, 340g Sleep system - summer syth bag, syth vest, space blanket, beanie, socks, 790g FAK/mini sewing kit - 99g Dinky stuff ziplock - toothbrush, toothpaste, biod. soap,...
Sleeping Bag Liner
I finally got a new sleeping bag (very light, 28 oz) and want to keep it in nice shape - so I want a bag liner. I sleep in a hammock almost...
MYOG: tyvek ground cover / bivy combo
Thom, Your new bivy looks good. FYI, to make your photos line up vertically rather than horizontally just add add rows (by hitting enter) between your photos. I used a tyvek ground...
Help with Tipi
Trying to come up with a pattern for a tipi. I've done some math, and made a template out of a plastic drop cloth but it didn't come out as planned. I...
Light My Fire 2009 catalog
http://viewer.zmags.com/showmag.php?magid=132886#/page0/ brb, have to go get a cloth to clean up the drewl on my monitor... cheers The Ti spork looks nice, The plastic LMF's are not very durable. Yes, Ti spork...
I don't get UL bivy
I'm mostly with Hobbes. I have played around with a few setups, as we all have. I don't think any one setup is best for all people all the time in all...
22 Gram Esbit Kit
Here is the picture of my Ti pot stand, ground heat shield and home made (from alu coke can) gram cracker stove; From the stove tray to the bottom of the pot...
Spinnsheet: why use it?
Hi all, I just acquired a spinnaker cloth groundsheet with a used tarp. I cannot figure why one would use the groundsheet. If I'm sleeping on a pad, the groundsheet won't keep...
BA tent comparison
Hello all, I'm looking for a comparison of the 1 person tents by Big Agnes (as well as others you might suggest). In specific, I'm concerned about floor material. For a heavier...
MYOG Inverted Downdraft Woodgas Stove – My Attempt
Brad - I lit my stove both ways, that is, starting at the bottom and adding fuel or adding fuel and lighting it on top. It works better slowly adding fuel (every...
