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winter in NY
That's another one of the great things about Harriman - 46,600 acres with hunting only in relatively small areas west of Rt 17! >I don't quite have the gear (yet) for real...
ZimmerBuilt something awesome for me
I'm pretty sure Chris Zimmer just made me the world's most awesome backpack. It's mostly VX21 for burly waterproof protection (will be fully waterproof after seam sealing), has massive sewn-on hip belt...
UL Creatures
High Sierra King Snake on route to Lake Vernon, Yosemite Unknown insect trailside, Achenbach Canyon, Organ Mountains, NM Jay, I believe that is the California Mountain Kingsnake which is different from a...
Is this normal?
I went backpacking today...just a one day twelve miler. Half of it...about six miles was done in the extreme late afternoon and early night. I hiked back to the car when it...
What is happening in the SUL world?
SUL is easy enough on 2 to 3 day trips where the temps stay above 45*. As far as innovation, I think it's hit a maximum and now it's slowed way down. Inevitable...
Following Ralph and Allen's JMT FKT attempt
Yep. It's about 21.6 miles from Muir Pass to South Lake, with 3.6k feet of climbing and 5.8k feet of descent. Looks like Ralph got started around 6:00AM today; in good health,...
A Reflective version of the Ultraglide Bear Line. Who wants it??
I figured I should just start a new forum. So here it is.. Since releasing this new cord, I have received quite a few emails asking if I could make a reflective...
Please critique my JMT gear list - Late September. Thanks!
My JMT Gear List 9/11 - 9/27 North to South Storage: ULA Catalyst Pack Clothing Worn: smart wool t shirt roadrunner joging shorts Underarmour underwear darn tough socks ultra light columbia boony...
Cottage Stagnation and a Thorough Response
Some of you may already have seen this, but there's a blog post on Six Moon Design's website. It is a response/reflection on RJ's "cottage stagnation" article by Ron Moak, and I...
SHR/Sierra List
I am contemplating an attempt of the Sierra High Route this summer. This would be my gear list for that trip, as well as any solo trip to the Sierras. Would start...
AT Thru-Hike, 2009
Hi forum, Just looking for good feedback. Finace' and I are hitting the trail in March (list is for both of us). Items missing, items unnecessary, alternative gear suggestions. And of course,...
Osprey EXOS Levity - a true SUL pack?
The size Large Osprey EXOS Levity weighs in at barely over 2 pounds for a 60 liter capacity. Would this qualify as SUL (for that capacity)? I own a relatively light EXOS...
Staff Picks 2016: Our Favorite Backpacking Gear of the Year
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2016: Our Favorite Backpacking Gear of the Year View our staff picks for the best backpacking gear of the year – recommendations from our editors and...
Food Storage in Pack
I've searched and know what people use to store but not how. I have been using the big Opsaks (12x20) and they have worked fine but I've never filled one up so...
East Coast Trail Sampler -- Avalon Penisula, Newfoundland Canada (Sept. 20-25, 2010)
Newfoundland is absolutely beautiful. Extremely nice people. Well maintained trails, and although not exactly extreme wilderness, it is an excellent seaside trail with a nice mix of terrain. The trail is made...
DeLorme inReach SE announced, ships mid to late April
So here's something that might be of interest for those of you that are inReach users outside of the USA. Most of the messages that I send from my inReach go to...
JMT speed record attempt
I believe... most folks do... that the JMT is universally and officially recognized to be between Happy Isles and Mt. Whitney; N2S or S2N. Heck, I met a group of Germans at...
2 weeks on the Continental Divide
Hi Everyone, I just got back from an amazing trip—my first in many years. Since most of my gear selection for this trip was informed by this site, I thought it appropriate...
PETZL PUZZLE
PETZL PUZZLE Because they are moronically simple, effective, and versatile, Petzl Tikka headlamps have served me well for; night-time road walks near home; for day hikes if night descends too soon; and...
There's a bear in your camp, what do you do?
In another thread, Ryan posted:Â "I woke up one morning and found lots of fresh (grizzly) bear tracks outside my shelter (a tent). Curious bear, roaming around camp." Since I've never had this...
