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My 2012 AT Thru Hike List
I'm leaving May 4th NOBO. Right now I'm at 11.56 lbs. It would be nice to get under 10. You can view my list here: http://www.geargrams.com/list?id=5517 Looking for any type of advice...
8 pound base weight
This was approximately my overnight pack for this summer. I didn't use my G5 Whisper, instead using a modified JAM. The list reflects warmth and comfort when solo camping. I am working...
Going from 15 to 10
Hey everyone, I've been browsing this forum for a while but this is my first post. I started 2009 with a base weight of over 40 lbs, but when my wife and...
JMT speed record attempt
. Does anyone know where I can get a pair of 11/11.5 Storm Dragons? Golite appears to be discontinuing the line and this is the shoe with which I've down all training...
Osprey Talon 44
I was lucky enough to receive a Talon 44 for Xmas. They are being released in 2007, however Paddy Pallin has imported some pre-release stock into Australia. It is an adventure racing...
Split: jscott’s brilliant idea
[topic split off of this thread about Durston’s new X-Mid Pro 2P] Yesterday I had another brilliant idea. Stop rolling your eyes! Durston might attach a single computer chip to his tents that...
Garmin eTrex 30x comments
Looking for a GPS unit for local backpacking and hiking , Really just to plot routes, Topo maps etc get familiar with unit before heading out later this year .Anybody have any...
Petzl diffuser vs Black Diamond spot and flood modes
Hi folks, I have a Petzl Tikka XP2, which I've been pretty happy using. For night hiking, I've found that I use the diffuser almost all the time, preferring a wide usable...
44g/1.5oz Sanyo USB Battery Charger
I've had this little guy for some time, but didn't think of it possibly applying to those that use battery cells and/or solar panels. 44g/1.5oz, Charges 2 AA or AAA batteries, self-contained,...
My dog is almost full grown and she got a new pack
Well my pup is almost full grown, she is 9 months old and has way to much energy still, I'm sure that wont go away any time soon. I can't wait to...
Getting some new gear
Hi, I have been reading these (really awesome) forums for a little while as I transition into lightweight/ultralight backpacking and now it's time to buy some new gear. I just wanted to...
Princeton Tec EOS or Petzl TacTikka – for 3 season AND some winter use
I've posted a question and followed a thread related to this before, but was a bit confused when I read a comment by a guide at a ski area out West saying...
2000-ish c.i. pack for my wife?
Ok here's the deal. I'm trying to downsize my wife's load for two season, 3-5 day trips. The idea is to get her pack as small and light as possible so we...
Animal Encounters in the Backcountry
Companion forum thread to: Animal Encounters in the BackcountryRyan shares some principles about how to manage wildlife encounters, based on his own encounters with wild animals in the backcountry. Good info in...
G700 LED FLASHLIGHT
https://products.universityofguns.com/g700flashlight 700 lumens, zoomable throw, 3xAAA battery power 75% off, order now ! https://products.universityofguns.com/order3744321 Cheaper by the dozen, think Tactical ! I know people get very into flashlights but $56 bucks after...
Te Araroa / First Thru-Hike Gear List
I'm departing for my first thru-hike in late October; I will be thru-hiking the Te Araroa in New Zealand. Yes, I realize this is a tough trail, especially for a beginner. That...
Flash Reviews No. 4
Companion forum thread to:Flash Reviews No. 4 C'mon Art, did you know this was coming out beforehand? :-) Haha, this certainly gave me a good laugh. At just $40, the Casio SGW300...
Do you always take the classic hiking essentials?
I was intrigued by the recent thread asking if we always carried rain gear. Being from the Pacific Northwest, this is a life-saving issue for much of the year. It made me...
SUL Wt Goals
Was thinking about reasonable weight goals to shoot for when putting together SUL. Easy info that'd be good to know the first day you start thinking about going SUL. What do you...
Black Diamond Helping Japan
Many individuals in many countries are providing private help. Individuals are determing that it is important to them to help. I like this most of all. i hear what you're saying. however,...
