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Storm-proofing the Side Panel on a lightweight A Frame Design
Interesting, but some of those designs were not tested very well. The Missing Link was a nostalgic throwback to the 50s but with no redeeming features in anything other than very still...
Storm-proofing the Side Panel on a lightweight A Frame Design
Back in the day (at least in the US) many tents did not come with the flysheet, they had to be purchased separately (just like some heavy tent makers today sell a separate...
Wind River Range- Mid August 2016
All, First time poster here hoping to get some feedback on a Mid August WRR gear list. This will be my first time backpacking in the WRR. I have included weights but...
Camera or good smartphone camera?
My phone died on me and I'm looking into getting a new one with a good camera. Either that, or I don't worry about camera quality on the new phone, and go...
Old Newbie Gear List - Help!
Hi all, I've hiked & backpacked a long while ago & am getting back into it. I've been hiking with a pretty serious group doing relatively fast 13+ mile day hikes, and...
First Time Sierra Gear List - Advice Needed
I am heading out to the Sierra for the first time next month. I have been honing in on a lightweight system for a while now. I am pretty happy with my...
Clothing for 30 degree SUL trip
This thread is similar to Jeremy’s recent clothing question, although, I am preping for 30-degree lows, 70ish highs, and light snow is possible. I have been very comfortable (warm and dry) in...
Fitness Monitors?
del The Fitbits are pretty cool. Measures steps, distance and flights of steps and syncs wirelessly with their website. Doesn't measure heart rate. MapMyWalk is an awesome app that monitors distance and...
Good base layer gloves?
A quick question for you experts ;) I just received my new pair of Defeet Duragloves Wool... and while I had high expectations I was greatly let down by the fit of...
Fishing with a stick
I'm curious why I see 'survival' type folks often selling little kits with just hooks and line, while the threads on this forum intimate that a real fishing rod is mandatory. Has...
The "I don't get it" thread
A place for you to pick a nuanced issue in light weight backpacking that you just "don't get" and have people that "get it" offer some perspective. No trick/cynical/rhetorical questions or "my...
Ultimate Direction SJ Vest Review
Well, more like initial thoughts for now. I'm sure given the nature of this vest that some members here would be interested in it, but there isn't much info available at all...
Rain Gear
So I ditched my heavy USGI poncho and I have a disposable one. Super light. But I have not done too much hiking in the rain since there is this drought thing...
Gear Just Keeps Showing Up :D
Hi, my name is Kenny, I'm 19 and I have a problem. All this gear is pretty much new, either picked it up in person recently or it was recently delivered by...
March or April New England Trail UL Thru-Hike
Input, Ideas, Trail Knowledge, All are welcome. I have the M&M guidebook and the CT Walk Book West w/ the rest of the trail. Likely be going NOBO. I know the backpack...
Tent/shelter help please
Looking for suggestions on a shelter system. I'm 6'3" and 250lbs, will be mostly by myself but on occasion my girlfriend will be joining me. Not into the total ultralight thing but...
Backpacking Checklist (Gear List): 3-Season, 3-Day
I've seen a recent gear list of RJ's where the camera section said "Don't ask". :-) If my camera collection included an M9 and Zeiss Biogon 35mm 2.8C I'd happily forget about...
if you could start over again- SUL with abundant resources...
Hi! As I have some major SUL gear decision to make and new gear is entering the market every day, please list your choices as far as SUL tent/tarp, quilt/bag, rucksack and...
Where's the best spot to carry water?
I'm not a big fan of the bladder hydration system. I don't like using the hose, it's heavy, and I always have to dig it out of my pack when needed. I've...
HRP (Pyrenees) July 2011
There's a very good chance I'll be hiking the Pyrenees High Route this July east to west. I expect to start the 1st or 2nd and take about 30 days, solo. Another...
