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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...
A Case Study in Backcountry Emergency Triage and Decision-Making: Fall-Induced Facial Trauma
Companion forum thread to: A Case Study in Backcountry Emergency Triage and Decision-Making: Fall-Induced Facial Trauma Ryan Jordan details a fall-induced facial injury, the triage process, decision not to evacuate, and critical...
Seek Outside Unaweep or Revolution
"I am still in absolute shock anyone could remotely consider the little “gatekeepers” with their difficult to thread attachment even remotely the equivalent of a simple  fastex buckle…" Interesting how we're all...
Lizzy Hawker Kathmandu Rim FKT
Lizzy Hawker did an FKT around Kathmandu, with roughly 200Km and 15.000 meters of gain. British ultrarunning legend Lizzy Hawker recently ran somewhat more than 125 miles including more than 15,000 meters...
Early Summer High Sierra Pack List
This summer I really want to get back to the Sierras. My biggest goal is to get up to big 5 lakes out of mineral king in Sequioa. I failed doing that...
Organizing your outdoor gear
How do you organize your outdoor gear? What containers do you use to separate larger and smaller items? I have two small-medium plastic bins from Chez Target. One holds what I need...
Ultralight GPS / Mapping Software Navigation Systems
Generally, GPS's have been little more than a crutch for me. If your map and compass skills are sound - and your compass/map are handy - I think you can navigate pretty...
Multipurpose Flashlight
http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/gear/a23517/mini-flashlight-can-start-a-fire/ I would want a very secure switch on that one! Gadgets like this should be avoided in life and UL hiking. That thing is 8.5" long and presumably eats batteries. Â You...
