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First trip with new wife- what sleep system? also gear list for 6 days in Glacier
My new wife is ready to jump into the backpacking world with me. I'm currently a mid-heavy weight backpacker working my way to "light". For her, it'll be all new gear so...
Ireland Way thru hike Gear List
I have a fun little walk coming up this May 27-July 3. I’ll be doing a 650 mile thru hike of Ireland, on the (fairly new) Ireland Way trail. I thought I’d...
Testing Gear in Unusually Severe Weather
I just returned from an hour-long walk in some of the heaviest rain I've ever walked in. I was testing the waterproofness of my $15 Eddie Bauer Weathertek rain jacket (held up...
"normal" light gear & weight
Many of us lust after something like the Cuben MLD Skyscape X tent. Or the lightest NeoAir mattress Or a mostly Cuben pack - or rain chaps Etc., etc. But we have...
ULA Circuit or MLD Exodus need some feedback.
Hi everybody, I have a MLD Prophet for overnighters, weekends, and trips up to 4 days without need for a bear can. The Prophet does a really good job and am happy...
Mariposa Plus or Gorilla
I am shopping for a Jam2 sized pack with a frame and am split between the Mariposa and the new GG Gorilla. The Olm would be the right volume but the hip...
“pretty good” THREE SEASON GEAR LIST:
PRETTY GOOD THREE SEASON GEAR LIST: ======================== This is a companion to another GEAR LIST posted on the BPL reader forum. I encourage readers to compare these two lists side by side,...
Fenix P1D-CE
The P1D-CE ("cree edition") takes 1 CR123A battery. I've taken a "pocket clip" off of a CMG (bought out by Gerber) Infinity task light. Spread the clip slightly and slipped it over...
Standards Watch: Introduction
Standards Watch will be a monthly column that explains important backpacking product standards, interviews key people, and describes how the industry uses, abuses, or ignores tests and standards.
Steripen Freedom Questions
Does anyone here use the Steripen Freedom? Does it work with Gatorade Bottles? If not, what is the lightest bottle that is compatible? Has anyone had any failures? I tried a Steripen...
Gear Primer for Newbies
Hey all, This year I've started building up my first set of gear. I'm a single, full-time student on a budget. I've been camping my whole life, but never backpacking. I have...
Black Diamond Sprinter vs. Petzl Myo RXP
I'm really interested in the new Black Diamond Sprinter and the Petzl Myo RXP. They both fit the bill for backpacking trips, those long day hikes that find you hiking back to...
Black Diamond Sprinter vs. Petzl Myo RXP
I'm really interested in the new Black Diamond Sprinter and the Petzl Myo RXP. They both fit the bill for backpacking trips, those long day hikes that find you hiking back to...
Black Diamond Sprinter vs. Petzl Myo RXP
I'm really interested in the new Black Diamond Sprinter and the Petzl Myo RXP. They both fit the bill for backpacking trips, those long day hikes that find you hiking back to...
Little weight “sins”
I make small weight "sins" when deciding on items I purchase. For example, I do have a Vargo Jet-Ti canister-top stove but I just bought a 0.7 oz. heavier Brunton Flex burner....
New HMG Unbound Tent
Finally someone uploaded a YouTube video of the Unbound 2 tent. Not really a very good one mind you. The guy only has 5 subscribers and 97 views and the music is...
Show me your PNW June-Sept gear list
Curious to see a bunch of examples, altogether, what others are carrying during the same time and place. (Ed J. your post on another thread prompted my question) Especially interested in lists...
"Medium Light"
I have decided to create a new category for backpacking gear weight. "Medium Light" Yep, it's time we "Medium Light" backpackers unite. PACK-> 2010 REI Cruise UL 60 with 2 extra side...
Missing "essential" items: backup light, whistle, and fire starter
lol..They used fire to light their way at night more than a hundred years ago. It's not like they stayed home because they didn't have battery operated light. Whistle--invaluable when backpacking with...
3-Season Gear List
Below is my gear list for late spring/summer/early fall. I mostly hike in North Georgia, and I welcome your comments/suggestions. I did sell my 1p tent recently for a 2p, as my...
