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Wind Screens
Anyone use carbon felt as there Wind Screen vs Titanium.I use felt but never during real Windy Conditions.. weird, I don't remember posting about windscreens oh, it's that other Jerry A :...
Cuben groundsheet for Hexamid Twin
I'm not used to carrying a groundsheet. This thing is 5-6 ounces and I'd like to find another use for it. Rain skirt? How would I rig that? Anybody have any other...
By the Numbers: the Search for a High-MVTR Waterproof Breathable Shell Jacket
Companion forum thread to: By the Numbers: the Search for a High-MVTR Waterproof Breathable Shell JacketA high MVTR waterproof-breathable shell jacket may be the holy grail that can replace both a wind...
Staff Picks 2021
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2021Each year, our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used this year – our infamous Staff Picks! ZPacks Sub Nero...
Another JMT List
http://lighterpack.com/r/5elf4n I start July 27. Looking for any suggestions on replacing things or possibly things I've forgotten. Some explanations: Gossamer Gear 1/8" pad: I heard bear canisters can rub holes in the...
Base Layer
Help me shop. I've got a Nunatak Arc Alpinist on order. Now I'm trying to decide what base layer (layers?) I'm going to need. Right now I'm looking mainly at something for...
Considering external frame
Im thinking about going back to an external frame pack. I pulled out an old external frame K2 that is in great shape. The pack is meant to carry more weight than...
I need a bug net suggestion
Previously, I have sewn bug net into the front door area of a single-wall tarp/shelter, but I have never been completely satisfied with the results. First, imagine a standard tarp shelter with...
JMT Unresupplied Attempt Pack List
PACK LIST I previously posted my intentions to attempt the John Muir Trail Un-rsupplied in the summer on the trip announcements. I finally completed making my list. Basically I want everything that...
2011 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Companion forum thread to:2011 Backpacking Light Staff Picks Addie, congratulations!!! Next year's pick will be a baby carrier, no doubt! Loved the picks this year, because the reasons for the choices were...
2014 Staff Picks
As one of the people that dropped the ball....Roger has a point. "RJ... No Darin Banner or Mike Martin? What happened between BPL and Mike Clelland? Skurka use to be around much...
2005 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Companion forum thread to:2005 Backpacking Light Staff Picks The "do it yourself" editor doesn't post some homemade stuff among his favorites? My favorites for 2005 1) MLD Prophet 25 ultralight pack---state of...
Enough. (Joshua Tree Backcountry Walking, 3/29/17)
Words and picks from some desert wandering yesterday. Sweeping the Garden: Enough. Â Enough indeed. Nice report but truth be told: I have Darn Tough sock ads following me around. Enough! Time...
Removable ponchotarp guy lines
Hi, i make removable gyu lines to my ponchotarp. This "hook" is made from bicycles spokes. Weight is 2g. and it's very durable. Now it's easy remove lines when i'm using poncho...
Staff Picks 2022
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2022Each year, our staff selects their favorite backcountry gear from the past year, and we look forward to you sharing your favorite gear of the year as...
Packing fears today
As I get packed up for a routine winter trip today, I’m definitely packing some fears.  I do these trips every winter, just a short trip out to a public rental cabin,...
Staff Picks 2025
Companion forum thread to: Staff Picks 2025 Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year – the next edition of our infamous...
Tent Poles for Backpack Frame Stays
Has anyone thought about, or tried this? It just occured to me. I backpack with a Terra Nova LaserLight, it's a two-skin 2 pound tent from the UK. It has a single...
Rab 25 degree bag STEEP & CHEAP $175.99
Rab Quantum Endurance 400 Sleeping Bag: 25 degree Down Whether you’re placing picks or touring the Pacific Coast on your cyclocross bike, you don’t want a bulky, heavy sleeping bag impeding your...
What is your favorite color?
I'm thinking about colors for designing my next round of projects, and was curious about what options are out there. I want it to look good. I've always liked Forest Green combined...
