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Your favorite gear of 2015
Editor's Note 12/30/15: This awesome thread was created on December 6, well before we published our 2015 Staff Favorites article, but we want to recognize @damager and say thanks for starting the...
3 season gear
Hi all, I'm trying to get lighter for 3-seasons backpacking. Ideally, I'd like to settle down on gear that I could use for a thru-hike of the PCT in the (unfortunately not...
Critique Is Appreciated
I've been backpacking primarily in the White Mountains in New Hampshire for the past two years. I started with a base weight of 20lb using traditional, albeit, heavier gear. I've started the...
JMT Record Attempts for 2010
Moving this post over here: It would be nice if you could change an original subject of a thread you started but since you can't, I'll try this with the correct subject...
Yurt Camping
Planning some overnight Yurt/snowshoe trips in Utah and Wyoming this winter. Never been to one, but supposedly they have a woodstove, propane stove, propane lantern, and bunk beds (no linens). What essentials...
My Gear List
This is my overnight gear list... The tent changes to a 2man 3season when traveling with my wife. Let me know what you think... Category Item Weight (oz) Clothes Rain Jacket (Marmot...
Zpacks Arc Haul vs. SWD Long Haul 50 for Philmont
Our troop finally committed to Philmont for 2019. We've mostly been a car camping troop and I'm looking forward to doing some real backpacking to prepare for this. I bought a heavy...
Friendly expertise on camping. Please READ!!
I remember when walking into a big REI storm was fun and you were excited to see what they had, but now I typically dart in for some Esbit, a pair of...
Northwest Gear List from a rookie!
So I am new to Backpacking, but luckily discovered these forums before I threw down a bunch of money on gear... so here is what I have got so far Pack/Shelter/Sleeping Gregory...
AT 2008 SOBO gear list!!!!
Hello everyone, please take a look and let me know any constructive criticism!! Especially regarding an item I haven't bought yet. My start date will most likely be early July, but it's...
ULA catalyst vs. Gregory Z55
i will be hiking the JMT in Aug. which would you reccomend? i have a TNF beeline bag and probably will pack a tarptent or tarp. and a large bear can. have...
JMT North – South Records
the stone bridge about 100 yds further than where Al is describing makes the most sense. 1. it is an impossible to miss or argue about landmark. 2. it marks the beginning...
Backpack generator
Researchers at U Penn published an article yesterday describing a backpack that takes the energy created in the act of walking to generate 7.4 watts of power. Basically, the same principle in...
UL Packs Vs Not-so UL Packs?
I have tried a few packs that are close to UL but I don't like the way the ride on my back. It seems they want to involve my entire back so...
Why do male adventurers not take their female partners along?
Whenever I read about any male outdoor adventurer (hikers, climbers, bushcraft or whatever) they are usually out there on their own or with a male partner. Even when they are married or...
backpacking/hiking gear that crosses over nicely to trail running (or vice versa)
as a long time backpacker/hiker and a much shorter time (three years) trail runner I've found several items that cross over quite nicely shoes- I've found the Pearl Izumi N2's to be...
Colorado Trail Unsupported Gear List
Looking for some thoughts and feedback for my tentative gear list for my planned attempt at the unsupported speed record for the Colorado Trail this summer. Some background as to my plan....
What’s your lightweight illumination solution?
Besides weight, what other criteria do you use in evaluating illumination devices? What is the primary purpose of your illumination device (night hiking vs. just puttering around camp vs. ???)? Which brands/makes/models...
FYI: zebralight nomenclature
To help anyone who has a hard time understanding how Zebralight names their lights, here is a key (unashamedly plagiarized from red02 and syncytial at Candlepower Forums in this posting): Type ....
working on my JMT gear list
This is what I have so far - I NEED extra sleep comfort, as I have a LOT of trouble sleeping, even at home. This includes everything (including fishing gear & bear...
