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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...
Skurka Gear Book
There's been some chatter about books that I'm currently writing, so I want to be more specific about my plans. Please feel free to comment -- these projects are still in the...
Merry Christmas... So, What'd Ya Get?
Despite my talk, I'm sure Ultegra or Dura Ace components will start popping up on it soon. And a wheelset. Tons of hardware...to repaint the interior of our home, install new electrical...
State of the Market Report: Two-Person Double-Wall Tents (2010)
Companion forum thread to:State of the Market Report: Two-Person Double-Wall Tents (2010) The Tent Review was 10000000 times better than any other review that you would read from any other source... This...
My turn to submit a gear list!
Hi all, Here’s a current gear list for you to please be critical of. It’s based on a lot of equipment tweaks I’ve made this past summer, after trips. **Edited to adjust...
Cuben fiber
What is the current state of cuben / cubic fiber for us folks? Is it going to go into a more main line tarp / tent manufacturing? http://www.cubictechnology.com/index.htm Thanks, Doug It's been...
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Sleeping System Ounces Shelter Henry Shrines TarpTent Squall 2 29.5 1.5 Stakes Easton Aluminum Stakes 1.5 5 Sleeping Bag Western Mountaineering Pod 30 17.7 2 Sleeping Pad Montbell UL 120 pad 12.7...
Maroon Bells, CO end of July gear List
Hey Everyone, From July 26-30th I will be doing the 4 pass loop (with a few extra parts) with a group of 6 friends. My gear list for the trip is in...
