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Hexamid owners, solo+ vs. twin?
I've narrowed down my new tent purchase to a solo+ or a twin. My considerations are... I'm 6'3" (read: need a longer option), I like going lightweight (stratospire is beautiful, but it's...
Is there a SteriPEN-like device that uses a UV LED?
After reading the extra-long post about some potential reliability issues with SteriPENs, just wondering if a portable device that uses an LED in the correct UV-C frequency might be in the works....
"Less Than Expensive Gear"
I thought about putting this on the Gear Forum since it is essentially gear. I chose to put it here in the MYOG Forum since most of mine is homemade. My alcohol...
My wife tore apart my gear list
So my wife knows little about what goes on here in the forums or in the woods for that matter. So a couple days ago she asked what I was looking at...
Trail running Emergency Bivy Kit
So this summer I am going to start doing some long distance trail runs in Banff. The distances I am looking at are between 50 and 80k (30 to 50 miles). Given...
Polycryo Strength Analysis
I don't think so but let us know how it goes. For an emergency shelter as you're intending, making a ripstop version is a waste of time and will greatly increase the...
Backpacking and Hiking with an Umbrella
Been using my umbrella for 5 years now. Couldn't live without it in Oregon. Now in Texas and works great for the heat. I like using trekking poles so I have rigged...
Philmont Backpacks
Heading to Philmont next year (July 2013) with two treks from my scout troop. We plan on incorporating as many BPL concepts as possible (sil nyl tarps, lightweight stoves, good gear choices,...
Mountain Laurel Designs TrailStar Shelter Review
Ryan - thanks for the link. Results should be very interesting. Would also be interesting to know what sort of stress is being put on our little trekking poles in some of...
1P UL's
Hi, My question has to do with studying several 1P UL tent offerings. Namely, the Nemo Obi Elite 1P, the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 1 and the Easton Kilo 1P. Floor...
Big Agnes Fly Creek3
I am in the market for one of these tents, so if you have one F/S send me a PM. I just have a few questions about it.. or tents in general...
MYOG cheap version of cuben?
What is Cuben really? I guess it is two sheets of plastic with some kind of mesh in between. Could you make a redneck version of this with some kind of thin...
2011 Backpacking Light Reader Picks
I finally made the dive into quilts this year. I purchased two from Katabatic. They are working out fantastic so far. 1. Katabatic Chisos. Ordered it with two ounces of overfill in...
Initial impressions for Oware Hot Weather Bivysack (pics)
Oware Hot Weather Bivysack (5.57oz , $69): http://shop.bivysack.com/product.sc?productId=75&categoryId=2 Bought this during the (Current? Listed in the forums) sale on Oware bivy sacks recently. The listed weight was less than other Bivies I...
Crazy light and compact survival-level sleep system
I've been looking at the lightest and most compact sleeping options--- something for summer use and really on a near-survival level. I've considered space blankets or bags, but I'd like to get...
My ION list (w/ pics)
Hey everyone, this is my first time posting a gear list on here, so be kind :D First off, I want to thank everyone on the forum for being so informative. I've...
Tear down to rebuild
The method I have been using to achieve my perfect kit is going as light as I safely can to know what I TRULY need I then start adding back comforts for...
Gear List for PCT; advice appreciated
I'm preparing my gear list for hiking the PCT in 2013. I am fairly new to backpacking but have plenty of time to collect the things that I need and test them...
Massive burn holes in floor of tent! (see pic) Can it be repaired?
So I leant my tent to a friend and this is how it came back. Massive burn holes all through the floor. The rest of the tent including the mesh inner is...
Yet Another Shelter Selection Thread
Hi Everyone - A couple weeks ago I moved from the Cleveland, OH area up to the Seattle area. Before I do any overnights here, I'd like to replace my old double-wall...
