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three days, two nights w/ a 24 liter pack?
Check out Ken's instructions here, I originally used them for my Ohm. http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=30922 No acid/vinegar added? How long do you rinse and does the dye fade if you don't use the acid...
Tennessee/Kentucky
Looking for a hiking/backpacking partner in the Tennessee/Kentucky area. I am interested in one day or multiple day trips. Would be up for several days backpacking outside the Tennessee/Kentucky area also. Tammy...
High Country Pathway - May 2010
I thought I would try and write up a trip report for a full traverse of the High Country Pathway I did back in May 2010. Obviously it’s been a while since...
JMT 2010 Solo Hike – Aug 21st
All, I am leaving for a solo southbound JMT thru hike on August 21st. I am still working on my schedule, but I plan to take about 14-17 days. I have read...
Newbie Couple Needing Gear Help
My hubby and I are trying to get started in Backpacking this summer, and could use some help before we buy since we don't have the money (or pack weight) to afford...
realistic ultralight weight for mixed routes
Anybody care to stick their necks out here. I'm struggling to whittle down my pack weight for wilderness mixed routes, the downside is I usually go solo and my name isn't Twight...
5 Items Including Food & Water
I've decided to challenge myself a bit with a few overnight/24hrs hikes (and kayak trips) were I will have only 5 items on the gear list, apart from what I'm wearing (+kayaking...
Portable Charger for backpackers
Hello, I'm looking at portable charges for backpacking trips. 2 iPhones, up to 7 days. Looking for something really light as I can get by without a charger for 3 first days....
Tarps pushed to the limit - tell us your stories
Moving from a tent to a tarp is a big psychological challenge. Tarps just don't look weather worthy. The ends are open, they have large unsupported panels - are they really comfortable...
Tent and sleeping bag project, need advice.
I am trying to plan out two projects here, with minimal experience sewing. I spoke some with the gentleman from ripstopbytheroll.com for some ideas on materials. In all of these aspects i...
Brought back a souvenir from Rae Lakes Loop
Me and my 17 year old daughter had a chance to do Rae Lakes Loop the week of July 4th. We got lucky and obtained a walk up permit for cw direction...
I didn't make UL weight, but I'm still excited
I've been buying a lot of gear to put a light backpacking gear kit together. My perception of backpacking had always been that very heavy gear was required - gear that I...
Bringing fun luxuries into the backcountry
Just wondering what you "extra" non essentials all you ulighters bring every other time. I'm thinking about bringing a flask next time because I'm at the tail end of a wedding and...
Proposed Kid gear list
Kid gear list for 6-8 year old children. Girl is currently 8 years old, 4'10", 100 pounds. Boy is 6 years old, 3'11", 50 pounds. Summer backpacking in California's high Sierra. Temperature...
Ultralight knives and multi tools?
John Shannon wrote: "....Wayne mentions a fatality and what could be done. It seems a sharp knife in a water emergency could be dangerous just as with kayaking. I think EMT shears...
socket adapter
I plan to replace my Mu charger with his 2 x6W by a 18w Anker power iii nano: https://www.anker.com/store/powerport-iii-nano/A2616121 30g acording to Anker ( i think i saw 35g somewhere) And...
Bob Open 2017
Hey all, here's my trip report. Hats off to everyone for fighting through what sounds like insane downfall and coming out the other side. I've had the Bob Marshall Wilderness Open on...
Glowire: Now in 3 Colors and 2 Lengths
Hey Everyone, Due to popular demand, my super reflective glowire now comes in three colors (orange, green and black) and two different lengths (50' and 100'). Thanks, LawsonLawsonEquipment.com Lawson I couldn't decide...
A third AT Gear List =)
My first post since I signed up as a member! I'm going to be heading out NOBO around March 6th. =packing= * MYOG from carcass of REI Flash 30 (similar to golite...
Wind River / Maroon Bells for newbie
Heading off for my second major trip in a few days. Mostly want advice on whether I should take one of the other few pieces of clothing I own instead of something...
