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Patagonia Semi-Annual Sale
The sale was purported to be from 2/7 to 2/19 but is already live on their website. I haven't browsed through much of it yet but I do see the Houdini for...
Favorite piece of gear - Fall 2012 edition
Gear of the Year: Hoods: I love hoods, especially those on my Rab Boreas and NW Alpine Spider Light Hoody. Good for sleeping in, belaying in, and walking up the continental divide...
Mt Kilimanjaro stove/ advice
I'm doing a medical rotation in Tanzania in January and am planning on climbing Mt Kilimanjaro. I understand that guides are required and plan on choosing a trekking company in Moshi. However...
Best Pack size for Overnighter?
well I have a tarp and bivy now, I use an alcohol stove and 600ml cup etc. Learned lots on BPL. I am looking to shrink my pack size. I have room...
Ultraspire Fastpack
Has anyone used or is using one for their journeys? If so, how much and what type of gear are you putting into it? I assume you're looking into this with fastpacking...
Virus from a water source?
I was wondering if anyone could comment on how easy it would be to pick up a virus from a water source? I have an inline Sawyer water filter that is 0.10...
Which way to go in electronic gadgets: Camera, GPS, cell phone combos
Right now I only carry a Nokia N95 cell phone that I use as a phone, MP3 player/radio and camera. Depending on the trail I sometimes add a stand-alone GPS for navigation....
Weekend gear list
I'm mostly making this thread because I'm excited about having a fully loaded weekend pack that weighs less than 25 pounds at the trailhead. I'll outline what's in it, but I can't...
Durston X-Mid Pro 2 Review
Jon, as the writer of this piece, I appreciate you sharing your concerns with certain aspects of this review. When a full performance review is done, I believe many of your concerns...
Lost & Found
With the discussion regarding the unfortunate circumstances of Geraldine Largay and what might've been done to prevent her getting lost, and what she might've done to effect a different outcome, maybe it...
Comfortable & Safe 3-Season UL Gear List
Here's my 3-season UL Gear List. PACK 526 grams - Gossamer Gear G4 COOK KIT 114.2 grams - 900 ml GOLD Gear Fanatic Cook Kit w/ Jamba Juice long-handled spoon SHELTER &...
Joshua Tree CRHT Run
Jacob, if you want a Nathan HPL20, I was trying to sell mine a few months ago. Pack, bladder, and new bite valve for $40 shipped. It's used, but no holes, tears,...
Battery life
Seeking some suggestions for preserving/extending battery life in the backcountry. I spend a lot of time at high altitude - where it can get quite cold at night. For AA/AAA batteries: I...
Modded Salomon Raid Revo 30
Took off the top clamshell-style lid and replaced it with a simple nylon extension collar and cord compression system. Ditched original 1-1/2" webbing/buckles for cords and cord-locks. Replaced original heavy poly collar...
Suggested GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE
~ Suggested ~ GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE Some people enjoy doing crossword puzzles, I enjoy looking at the GEAR LISTS on the BPL forum. Reviewing and commenting is really fun. I feel strongly...
My 3 season gear
I have no scale so I deleted everything. UPDATE: I found a scale to use so tomorrow I will have weights for everything. I mostly go on trips in northern MN. Are...
Mini Trip Report – Bear Mountain, CT
Although I have enjoyed the outdoors since I was a child, I have only started backpacking about 3 years ago. Seriously, for the past two. I say "seriously" because it's become my...
ULA vs. Granite Gear
I currently have a GG Vapor Trail. While it is a good pack, it kinda leaves me desiring something more. The hip belt is comfortable, but I feel that the pack tends...
Gregory Z-55
After loving my old Gregory Z-Pack, I had high hopes for the beautifully ventilated Z-55. As a southeastern hiker, I usually head west to high cool mountains when summer heat and humidity...
Weight survey - What's your pack weigh?
I'm curious and don't see a semi recent survey - what's your total pack weight? (weight measured as you take your first steps away from the car at the trailhead) My summer...
