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3 Days in the Whites Montains – Winter
I will be in the Whites next weekend and wanted to make sure I was prepared and was on the right track for gear. This is my Winter Gear list thus far....
My first sub 5 lb trip!
Well I completed my first sub 5 pound trip (4 lbs 15 oz) this weekend. I spent 2.5 days in the Pisgah National forest covering 40.2 miles. Less than a year ago...
Front Loading UL pack?
Robert, Great pics. Thanks for posting them. You know...what might be helpful to all reading this is a list of the gear and how many days food you had stuffed into the...
My new Flood/Spot duo
Stefan haha you're right it's hard to stay "on topic". I realized I didn't answer your question on my preference between spot and floody. I don't like the overly floody lights like...
Timberline Trail August 23-26
sacrificial first post to the Cascadian volcano gods. My sister and I met up for a backpacking trip around Mt Hood on the Timberline Trail last week. It was our first backpacking...
PCT Gear List & Backpack Advice!
Hello! I would LOVE it if some of you experienced people would be kind enough to pick apart my gear choices and scan a trained eye over what I’ve come up with....
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...
Backcountry Lighting (Flashlights and Headlamps)
Comprehensive guide to backcountry lighting technology and products. Learn about headlamps, lumens, battery types, and the best models for hiking and camping.
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....
Sierra Designs High Route 1FL Tent Review
The Sierra Designs High Route 1P Tent is a three-season tent designed for withstanding variable conditions while remaining (sort of) light.
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...
