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Shorts from OR: Tidbits and First Looks at New Backpacking Gear (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2004)
BIVY SACKS. We found two new minimalist waterproof breathable bivys at the show - an 18 oz 3-layer eVENT bag cover from Integral Designs and an ultralight (7.0 oz) PU waterproof-breathable bivy...
Petzl e+Lite issues, goes beyond off
Twice now, I've had the red lever/switch go beyond the off position and not move the other direction to a on position, until I got home and was then able to move...
Ultralight AM/FM radios
I have a few items that I need for emergency use as part of the on water trip leader stuff I do from time to time. I am a huge fan of...
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Porter / Expedition Pack Review
Ach, I promised myself I wouldn't get into these contrary discussions anymore. Didn't take my own advice. I miss the pleasant, constructive, and mutually supportive BPL of old when few would have...
Big Bend OML Jan. 6-9, 2011
We hiked the Outer Mountain Loop in a slightly different fashion on the dates of 1-6-2011 to 1-9-2011. This trip report includes pictures from all 3 of our cameras and I'm sure...
Hiking in Denali in June, debating shoes vs boots, and tarps vs tents...
Two of us are currently gearing up for a 7 day hike in Denali NP (no climbing, just hiking) the week leading up to July 4.  We've never been there before, so will...
Elkhorn Five Peak Traverse FKT attempt
The Elkhorn Mountains are a small range in Central Montana, close to my home town of Helena. Â The are probably most famous for the trophy elk opportunities they offer, but only for...
I get my specialized UL gear from Home Depot...
I know there are MontBell fans, MLD fans, Gossamer Gear fans, MEC fans, even REI fans...myself, I get most of my specialized UL gear at Home Depot: + Aluminum Flashing - Windscreen....
Best Practices: Saving Time in the Morning
Okay, I think that I have my gear dialed in for me. What I am interested in what people are doing the night before to save time in the morning to help...
Steri Pen Ultra
So I currently use katadyn BeFree.. All is well. I have a SteriPen Adventurer, which I occasionally use.. I have been looking at the SteriPen Ultra.. Anyone have it and use it? ...
Drop is dropping
Received an email today that Drop will no longer provide products directly on their website for the outdoor community. They will continue to carry outdoor products on their store on Amazon. The...
Beartooth Wilderness 6-day list
"In any event, lets leave this side track alone and I apologize to Dave (CamperDave) for the digression." Don't worry about me. I'm new to this site and it can be a...
The Alaska search and rescue thin line
Here's another article about a recent storm on Half Dome and hikers' misguided expectations for SAR. Some of the best quotes:"People are pushing their luck, trying to beat the weather, and their...
REI Cruise UL 60 Backpack REVIEW
Companion forum thread to:REI Cruise UL 60 Backpack REVIEW Will, Thank you for the detailed and careful review. I used to own the previous version 60L, and it looks like this version...
They did it!!!
Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson just finished their free climb of the Dawn Wall! YIIIIPPIEEEEE! Way to go guys! NBC had a live feed online that I watched for a bit. An...
REI garage sale deals
This thread is for people to post their garage sale succeses! This was my first year attending a garage sale, and I think I will be going to every one I can...
Favorite gear that lasts an entire thru-hike
I was wondering what some of your favorite, durable gear is. Gear that lasts for an entire thru-hike and is ready for more. Obviously shoes and socks wouldn't make the cut. What...
cost efficient gear
I've searched for information on this subject in many places, and I hope I have not overlooked the resources here, but are there any specific suggestions of gear that is a lot...
Alcohol Stove
John, i'm not sure that my prev. words on the "link" to a website were clear. i may have confused the issue by being vague. i, totally on my own, unilaterally removed...
Trip Planning Help
Hi there, I am doing an 8 day through hike in August in the Canadian Rockies. Three of those days involve 20 mi days with just under 3000 ft of total elevation...
