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To GPS, or not to GPS
There was a similar debate among sailors awhile back. Should one learn to use a sextant and keep it as a backup to a GPS, for all the same reason given here....
Chris and Andrew's 2013 Bob Marshall Wilderness Open Trip Report
Living in California, it's easy to get complacent and only go backpacking when the sun is shining and the birds are chirping. Following Dave's excellent blog and trip reports from the likes...
Do pliers belong in your kit?
I've cut my base weight in half from 22 to 10 lbs, and I'm evaluating the really hard stuff. 3 questions: How often do you use pliers on extended trips? (or, do...
Input on Exceedingly lengthy but good ? A.T Thru Hike Gear List for Mar/April 2011
I APOLOGIZE FOR THE LENGTHY LIST'S - IF YOU READ LONG ENOUGH TO GET TO THE END YOU'RE AN AWESOME PERSON :-) Greetings - wanted a bit of feedback or thoughts in...
Hello from a beginner ultralighter in Oz.
Hello to everyone from Australia. I am starting to get more and more into the light backpacking and was glad to find a wealth of info on this site for people who...
Maratac AAA Flashlight
This little light compares well to the $40+ Fenix LOD that I also own at $28 from Countycomm.com Physical Diminisions: Weight: 20 grams Length: 2.7 in. Dia: .5 in. It's barely bigger...
Maratac AAA Flashlight
This little light compares well to the $40+ Fenix LOD that I also own at $28 from Countycomm.com Physical Diminisions: Weight: 20 grams Length: 2.7 in. Dia: .5 in. It's barely bigger...
Maratac AAA Flashlight
This little light compares well to the $40+ Fenix LOD that I also own at $28 from Countycomm.com Physical Diminisions: Weight: 20 grams Length: 2.7 in. Dia: .5 in. It's barely bigger...
Do you filter?
Im looking into using a tablet system for water purification, but was wondering if you filter your water or not? Also, if you do, what do you bring to filter out all...
Hot Spots – What do you do?
Hi All, I have just returned from a solo hike to test out my current gear list for an upcoming annual trip. One thing that I have been paying attention to more...
Which is better for arachnids? Blacklight or True UV
I was looking at the photonlight store to get a UV keychain LED. I like to look for spiders and scorpions at night in the desert. There are two different types of...
Gear list
If I choose the MYOG Senchi fleece and summer quilt = 5.61lbs If I choose the Timmermade jacket and 10 degree bag = 5.99lbs I could probably thru-hike most of a western...
Q & A with Shilletha Curtis
Shilletha Curtis was awarded a Backpacking Light Diversity Grant in 2020 to help her prepare, acquire gear, and train for her next dream: hiking the Triple Crown. We caught up with Shilletha for a quick interview.
Borah Gear Snowyside Bivy- Full Review!
I know a lot of people have been waiting for some feedback about the Borah Gear Snowyside. As an early adopter, I'll share my thoughts. Pictures on the blog: MaxTheCyclist.com The Borah...
First MYOG Pack - The Chili Pepper
EDIT: Scroll down a few posts for a 6-month update. I ended up changing numerous things on the pack in one long day of tearing it apart and putting it back together....
HipBelt Pockets
Im planning on ordering a Zpacks Arc Blast in the next day or two but im wondering if the hip belt pockets I already have from MLD will be a good fit...
Miniposa 20 pound limit
This week the box arrived with my GG Miniposa. I am quite impressed (this is my first ultralight pack), and I like the way my pad folds into a back-sheet as a...
What’s on your (UL) wish list?
Just anxious to know what you all are wishing for.... My wish list seems to change or evolve every time. When i think i have it all i stumble on something i...
Catskills, 24 miles, 5 Peaks above 3,500 Snow wind and Ice
https://youtu.be/uPR1JcKoqVU?si=fqjyAYYx6CcCldh7 Country United States State New York Area Catskills. Slide Mountain Wilderness Trip Month (11) - November Report / Notes This time Bob and I decided to do 24 miles of the...
New to backpacking: Why does my backpack already seem so light?
My wife and I have done a lot of hiking over the past year or so and are planning a trip to Trinity Alps in August for a 3 day backpacking trip....
