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Under Armour and walking in tights..
I'm tempted to start hiking in tights. I remember Ray Jardine being a huge proponent of it and I've tried virtually all of his other recommendations. Anyone know if Under Armour tights...
Ultralight backpacking gear lists.
I have been looking into ultralight backpacking lately, and it really interests me. I have looked at several websites about gear lists and they ethier show multiple lists that are hard to...
Camelbak MULE
The new Camelbak Mule is a top-notch day-tripper frameless backpack (3-season). It has enough space and compartments for nearly everything that you'll need and it is very well contructed. It also has...
electronics: pack your fears?
I don't go off into extended solo trips in remote off trail areas in Alaska and Greenland. I'm timid, some might say. For the kind of hiking that I do-- typically solo,...
Locate lost car keys
I had an interesting experience last week on a trip flying to a location and then getting a rental car. On my first day of backpacking I had left most of my...
Camera recommendations
Deleted I'm not sure how into photography you are, but if you're looking for a good camera that will shoot in RAW format but won't weigh as much as a DSLR, the...
Help Needed; JMT FP trek synopsis & 2012 gear
Greetings all; sorry for the long winded entry… but, I would appreciate your input. I have worked for the last two years to make a transition from traditional backpacking to a “lighter”...
Susquehannock Trail, PA
The Stroll That Turned Into A Challenge My Three-Day Adventure on the Susquehannock Trail I’m blaming it on Maddie Tormoen. The champion duathlete once said, "I only have so many miles in...
Six Moon Designs Essence '07
Review of the Six Moon Designs Essences ’07 pack I have entered this as a new review as I believe the redesigned pack is significantly different from the previous version and therefore...
poncho/tarp
While waiting for my machine to get fixed, I decided to cut out some fabric for some other projects. I got a poncho pattern from somewhere, with extra length to use to...
Insulated Pants Fit and Features
I want to get some pants primarily for camp but also to sleep in if really cold. Realistically I won't ever get into conditions much lower than the teens, and only for...
Sorting out a light source setup..
My idea right now is the following: Nitecore Tip (240 Lumens @ 30 min, 95 Lumens @ 90 mins, USB rechargable, .86oz) to clip to my hat for light use. Zebralight...
May Challenge Gear Help!?
Hello BPL Community! Im in need of suggestions or just general discussion on what gear to use and bring on a challenge I have set for myself and a teacher for an...
HELP HELP HELP!!!
Hi All, I have just subscribed to this website and I feel like Father Xmas on ecstasy (not that I really know how it would feel like...)! I hope it'll keep up...
'Caught In A Storm, Near-Hypothermic, A Piece Of Gear Saved My Life'
http://gearjunkie.com/mount-hood-climb-rescue I had read about the people involved in dramatic rescues on the mountain every year, but never thought it would be me. I bivied, initiated a rescue with GPS coordinates, and...
Climber Freddie Wilkinson reflects on how ideas advance gear, and gear changes adventure
http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/gear-guy/The-Things-They-Carried-Bedfellows.html?page=1 more at link The first time I held a grown man was on the South Face of Cerro Poincenot, in Argentine Patagonia. It was January 2007, and my climbing partner, Dave...
2012 R2R2R Group - Training Log's
They're getting incredibly bold with us. I've thought about going back out with some bear spray. Perhaps an experience that would mark the last time they bother a person? It's tough because...
Castle Crags – Cascade Locks Section Hike Gear List
I'm starting my PCT section on Monday, July 6th, and will be taking about 7 weeks to get to Cascade Locks on the Columbia river. I'm going to post a more detailed...
Castle Crags – Cascade Locks Section Hike Gear List
I'm starting my PCT section on Monday, July 6th, and will be taking about 7 weeks to get to Cascade Locks on the Columbia river. I'm going to post a more detailed...
2009 SHT Thru Hike List
I am planning a Southbound thru hike of Minnesota's 205 mile Superior Hiking Trail starting on May 16th. The trail will be damp, cool, and rain is likely. Average highs in the...
