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shemagh/bandanna for high altitude?
I am wondering if anyone has ever used a shemagh in high elevations during summer to protect their face from the intense sun. Mostly I am thinking about snow glare from extend...
Beer can pot stand
What have you found to be the best stand for a beer can pot, such as a 24 oz Heineken can? Ok, a Caldera cone is probably best, but what's second best,...
Stahl’s first tarp practice pitch
Here are some pictures of my first tarp test. Any feedback appreciated on my layout! The ends are mini biners, the line is 275lb spectra, the ridgeline is undertarp, and I have...
Titanium stakes as a fire starter?
Every time I use a rock to pound my titanium stakes into the ground, it makes sparks. At dusk the sparks are really quite dramatic. I've actually been a little afraid I...
The easiest, cheapest, robust Scout backpacking stove ever?
= pop can pot + tomato paste can burner + windscreen Faced with the task of getting 34 young Scouts backpacking stoves + pots (to only boil water), a couple hours to...
Biodegradable 2 Mil Painter's Drop Cloth for UL Groundsheet - $4 at Home Depot
For the eco-conscious (all of us?) and frugal, I just came across this at Home Depot:Trimaco 9 ft. x 12 ft. 2 Mil Eco Plastic Drop Cloth - Price: $4 ($1 more...
Lightest foam torso-3/4 length pad with r value of 2+
Title says it all what's the lightst torso maybe a bit longer pad that has a r value of 2ish I would like it under 4 ounces with a minimum length of...
UL 1 lb.: REI Flexlite Air Chair vs. Helinox Chair Zero, side by side, photos
I’m 5’10” and same weight as you. I have the REI Flexlite Air and really like it. Plenty comfortable and has held me fine so far. It doesn’t always make it in...
2 OZ FOLDING WOOD STOVE
Stainless steel was used for the pot support. 4 inch wide fiberglass cloth was used for the outer shell. Cloth is pourous. At one point in the video you can see gasses...
Making a Cup from Ground Coffee
I feel silly asking this question, the answer is probably obvious, but I don't know it. Is it possible to put ground coffee in a tea infuser, and get a decent cup...
Big and tall seamless tarping
Hi all, I'm over 6 feet and too tall for my 5x9 DIY flat tarp (think MLD Monk Tarp) in the modified a frame pitch. Curious what's worked for others... Should I...
Flat Pack Woodburner 1 piece
Made of stainless steel and 1/2" harware cloth. 5" square and 8" tall. Weighs 4 oz. One piece construction. Folds flat. Dan, how stable is the stove? BTW, you sure like to...
Want to dip my toe in the MYOG water...
Ok all... I have never made anything before, except for a pair of pants on my Sew Perfect when I was 8 back in 1977. That did not go well. I'd like...
Materials Sourcing
Roger A, Sorry to delay reply on bivy use. It works great. Lots of bug net, but full coverage, drawstring foot for ventillation, spindrift collar on foot for weather proofness. 10 oz....
Ultralight SAR pack?
I've volunteered for my regional Search and Rescue outfit and of course, the only packs I have are made out of tissue paper and weigh next to nothing. I will be doing...
Help with specific materials list for camera case
Hi everyone, I'm building a slightly unusual camera holster modeled off this design from the excellent Kinesis Gear company: https://kgear.eogear.com/collections/kinesis-bags-packs/products/kinesis-c447-bottomless-holster-case I've never built a padded case before, so I'm looking for some best-practice/industry...
Closed Cell Foam floor for bivy or tent?
I'm considering using 1/8" closed cell foam for the bottom of a bivy- or maybe even a tent. 1/8" Volara foam is available in 60" widths locally for $10/yard. Presuming the advertised...
mountain cloth
I logged on today to see if anyone knew a vendor or another name for a fabric a friend told me is known as "mountain cloth." I saw the fabric on the...
Ground or air temperature for pad selection?
Does ground or air temperature influence the required R-value of your sleeping pad more? my gut feeling says ground temp. Meaning, that in fall, when the ground is still warm, you can...
flame resistant cloth for low impact cook fires?
To use wood for low impact cooking fires, I'm looking for a piece of flame resistant cloth or foil to build the fire on. Any ideas? Aluminum foil melts; sheet titanium is...
