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Tahoe Rim Trail Unsupported
Hello all, I am in big time preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail in Unsupported fashion now. Only 5 weeks to go. If all goes well, I am trying for a sub...
Tahoe Rim Trail Unsupported
Hello all, I am in big time preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail in Unsupported fashion now. Only 5 weeks to go. If all goes well, I am trying for a sub...
Photon Pro vs Fenix L0D
I'm thinking of getting one of these for night-time navigation - and maybe around camp use if they aren't too narrow of a beam. Can someone comment on size, weight, switch convenience,...
No Battery Flashlights
I have gotten flashlights from Santa for the last two years that require no batteries. One is from REI where you shake a magnet through a copper coil. One is from Walgreens...
GPS help
The Garmin 24k maps are horrible.... I found mountains labeled incorrectly and with the wrong elevations! And I'm not talking some obscure mountains; I'm talking 14rs in the Sierra. And as stated...
The SUL Mindset
Companion forum thread to:The SUL Mindset Thank you Ryan for bringing balance back the the SUL idea. It's a mindset that, for my part, is the main reason I get out as...
Camp-tek Microburst?
Have any of you used one of these Camptek Microbursts to blow up your various air-inflated mattresses? http://camp-tek.com/ After a long hike, I'm not a fan of having to take the time...
Gear List Critique
This list is for good weather fall weekend trips in Southern Virginia on the AT. Looking to cut out some more weight, and would appreciate any help. I know there is some...
August JMT (First time, first gearlist)
Hey all, Getting ready for an Aug. 6th start date for the JMT! Started putting together my initial gear list, and I was hoping I could get some input on where I...
Grand Tetons July Gear List
Hello, Hikers. I respectfully submit my gear list for derision, er, critique. This is for a 2-3 night trip in Grand Teton NP beginning 20 July. At the moment I am planning...
New to Forums: Gear List
I've been backpacking for about seven years now, and having gotten into it in my middle years, I started out with an emphasis on relatively lightweight equipment. This is my gear as...
lists? LISTS??
When I look around on this section of BPL I see very few true GEAR LISTS. Mike Clelland has laid out some basics for your introductory paragraph (forgive me, I'm a retired...
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 15
Companion forum thread to:Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 15 There is a new form of inconsiderate behavior that is catching on very quickly: playing music through loudspeakers in public parks, open spaces,...
Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite or Nook for backpacking?
I want to buy a kindle for backpacking. I usually take along a book on solo long trips and I was surprised to put them on a scale recently and found them...
What size of daypack is everyone using?
I am curious to know what size of daypack everyone is using? Anyone get away with 15 to 20L with the ten essentials? For day trips, not a planned overnight. I often...
Project Yellowstone
As some may know I set a goal last summer of visiting the park at least once a month for a full year. I let grad school cause me to miss April,...
Are Women's Down Jacket's Inferior to Men's Versions???
I have been looking at Down Jackets for my girl friend for getting her outfitted for backpacking. I have been noticing that the Women's Version of Down Jackets from Montbell seem to...
Zebralight H50
www.zebralight.com Weight is 2oz with battery and headband. AA battery of any type. Regulated output. Totally waterproof. Tiny. $50 high 66lumens 2hours 20mins med 13 lumens 19hours low 2.5lumens 3.5 days 120degree...
Thank you BPLers, I'm off on my first hike tomorrow!
After a few months of lurking here, and having some fun buying stuff on gear swap, I'm leaving tomorrow for my first hike. I'll be hiking the Tour Mont Blanc, starting in...
Oregon PCT
Does this look reasonable for a thru-hike? I will be in town every week to re-supply. I will probably be solo, and I've never taken a trip this long, so I want...
