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What's in YOUR first aid kit?
Nailing down my first aid kit, I would love to hear about what everyone puts in theirs. Thanks! A often repeated question. What does a Search turn up? My search took me...
Single AA battery headlamps
I just picked up one of these: http://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?cat_id=1404&p_id=1124431 Haven't tested it in the field, but good initial impressions and the price is right. I tend to love nearly everything Montbell makes, though....
Waist pack hydration
When I day hike I carry a GG RicSak, but I'd prefer to carry water on my waist. I use Pacer Poles and know that most waist packs have the bottle slots...
Total money spent on gear
I'm curious as to what everyone's output has been. I'm in the process of switching to UL and everything I buy gets the inevitable commentary that i spent what? for what! With...
jmt half trip late season
first off - congrats to anyone who has completed the trail and hat's off to the guys who fastpack this - PROLOGUE: I made a decision to hike the JMT sometime in...
ULA Circuit
The true rating would probably be closer to a 4.5 LIKES (In order of importance to me): Semi-custom fit. Ordered a small waist and medium torso and have a better fitting pack...
Nitecore NB10000 Review
The Nitecore NB10000 is a simple portable battery charger built around a carbon-fiber platform for maximum weight savings.
JMT Gear List End of August- Early September
Hi everybody, I am planning on doing the JMT this summer. I'll be going from the end of August through the beginning of September heading SOBO. Please tell me where I can...
Criticism after 'car park rescue' of Cairngorm walker
http://m.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-30458551 A mountain rescue team leader has criticised the actions of a hillwalker who called to be rescued while 400m from a car park. More at link This is one of those...
Total luxury XUL (SUL) is now possible
Took a looong while, but here it is – 5.4lb base weight. Please have at it. Can it get lighter at all? Conditions: New England above treeline 3 season Temps: 30s -...
2013 Staff Picks
"Dave t made my point. Who gives a rats ass about any opinion!?!?" A wise BPLer, Nick G IIRC, once observed that opinions are like a$$holes, everybody has one. Since rats apparently...
Winter hiking specific backpack recommendations
Hello, I’m considering getting a 40-50 liter sized backpack that’s specifically suited to winter hiking/snowshoeing and also for a winter overnight trip. I’m not into frameless packs so  a internal framed pack,...
Best Portable Charger
What is the best portable smartphone charger to carry on the trail for 1-2 week trips? Lighter is better, tougher is better....obviously. I don't want to fool with solar chargers, just want...
charging camera batteries via USB
I have a Canon Powershot SX260 HS--really, really like it, seems to be a good compromise between weight and function. Please note I am not a true camera geek, just like to...
JMT Next Summer
Been working on my list for the JMT next summer. I'm pretty happy with it so far, I know there are some things on the list that some people may not take...
Upcoming Troop Backpack Trek
Four and more years ago in the troop, backpacking was a regular part of our program. However, with older scouts aging out, a gap in middle scouts, and mostly younger scouts coming...
Trying to go Ultralight
Hey everyone. I am fairly new to the backpacking world. I love the idea of it and always have, I have just never gotten into it. So, one day I took the...
Silva Solar Charger help
I would like to get a solar charger. And all reviews point to the SC2-2, which can hold and charge 2 batteries. But should I spring for the higher version that holds...
Northern California backpacking list
Here is my current list that I plan to use this summer (and all 3 seasons hopefully) for backpacking in Northern California. I am a pretty new backpacker and have quickly begun...
Please help my list out
Okay I am new to lightweight backpacking, although I have been backpacking for over 12 years now. Currently my pack weights about 50-55 lbs and this is just way too much. I...
