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Why and How to Organize and Pack Backpacking Gear on the Trail and in Camp
@Karen- well it's 0nly two small chores- roll the pad and stuff the sleeping bag back into it's dry bag, but it helps get out of camp a wee bit quicker :)....
Bob Open 2017
You can keep track of us - Tyler, Jon and Justin - at this inReach link:  https://share.garmin.com/TylerH. Please keep in mind that we may or may not turn on our device, so don't worry...
Women's Gear List
Hey All, I am on the hunt for a good women's gear list. I have found a bunch by guys and I realized they probably aren't that different but I would love...
2013 Reader Picks
Companion thread to 2013 Staff Picks http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/2013-staff-picks.html Please add your own! My picks: Patagonia Drifter AC shoes Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack Light My Fire Mora knife with firesteel Gaia GPS app for...
Caribbean Backcountry: Punto del Norte 3/26-3/29
I've not spent a night out since August. Between an extensive renovation of a home built in the 1850's on the cheap, the ever hectic adventures of residential disaster damage inspections, and...
Late Start AT Thru Gear List
I'm starting a NOBO AT thru hike starting May 8th or 9th. I'm planning on finishing in about 4 months. Here is my current gear list. I'd love any feedback. http://www.geargrams.com/list?id=6435 The...
Favorite day pack and base weight?
What's your favorite day pack? What is your day hiking base weight? I take food, emergency/survival essentials, a potty kit, an extra layer, a rain shell or poncho, gloves, hat, map and...
Friendly expertise on camping. Please READ!!
Hello, my name is Ahren Grunow and I used to work for REI in their camping department. Please read my bio for the details. I would like to provide anybody with questions...
MSR Carbon Reflex 2
Regarding the rubbing....I want to be clear that I haven't noticed any actual rubbing occurring. I was simply worried that it MIGHT occur and if it did, that MIGHT cause damage. The...
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Pads
Hey BPL lab guys! You have to test these NeoAir pads from Therm-a-rest! Their claims/performance ratios are too good to pass up ... IF they are true. To keep the comparisons relevant,...
Learning Curve: What I Learned From Taking a Beginner into the Backcountry
I thought I knew how to take first-time backpackers out, but I'd never actually taken a bare beginner into the backcountry.
Big disappointment at REI brick-and-mortar store today
Due to COVID-19, I haven't been inside an REI store for more than a year. Today I went to a local outlet (ten! within a two-hour drive) to spend my dividend and...
Foot of Bivy sticking out of tarp?
My wife and I have just starting to backpack again after a decade long hiatus. This summer, I bought a HMG Echo II tarp and we have used that on our last...
Plains/desert in the fall/winter bikepacking list
Here is my set-up from a 4 day trip in western North Dakota in mid October. Expected conditions: High 55-80, record 90, low 35-50, record 25. Rain on 25% of the days....
SMD Skyscape Scout leaking
Hi everyone, I am in need of any assistance, thoughts on my experience last night. I purchased Skyscape Scout a while back. Seam sealed from the outside per SMD instructions online with...
2011 Backpacking Light Reader Picks
I'm not going to restrict myself to a year. Just my three favorite peices of equipment... 1. ULA Catalyst (7-8 years old now). I'm thinking of trying an Ohm 2.0 but for...
7 Days in the Winds
7 Day Wind River trip August 2011 Clothing Worn Function Packed Wt. Hat w/ Brim -- 2.5 Hiking Shirt -- 10.0 Hiking Pants -- 12.5 Underwear -- 3.0 Hiking Socks -- 3.7...
Given this gear and $300 in "fun money", what would you do...
Hey Folks! I'm new here, but it looks like a fun community. I'm hoping you can help me out with a littel advice... Obviously, the goal here is to bring down my...
Every I need for backpacking I can get at Walmart…
I'm not trying to promote Walmart but it is amazing how many cheap pieces of gear you can buy at Walmart. Off the top of my head: 1. Blue foam mat 20"...
The Deionization of a Golite Ion Backpack
Zach what size needle are you using? When I made my dyneema ripstop pack, I had problems until I used a jeans needle I had. I've been using a 16 needle. I...
