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Layering with hoods…
I'm currently re-thinking my "jacket" system. I'm considering: - a mid-weight wool layer (probably something by Icebreaker), and probably hooded. - an UL down layer (probably something by Montbell - current candidates...
Adult beverages in the backcountry.
Mike, I have never tried that before. Love Islay's...must check this out! For you single malt guys, consider Glenlivet for the summer (light, refreshing);& for the colder nights, cask strength Laphroiag (peaty,...
XUL – A new standard for Lightweight Backpacking?
And I disagree with you on this point Chad. I think that there is a great deal of trickling down of ideas between genres of backpacking. I think lw backpacking has had...
Christmas Gear!
You know what they say about mum (in my house anyway)......if momma ain't happy, nobody's happy! ... Is it just me or did REI put everything back to full price after Christmas.....hrmmm....seems...
Considering the switch to tarp/bivy
Jamie - I can totally deal with three minutes to put everything away. I am a pretty impatient guy in the morning - maybe it's because I am cranky, cold, didn't sleep...
Free Shipping @ BPL
Terms & Conditions: * Sale valid until 12/7/08 11:59 PM U.S. MST * Free shipping coupon may be used one time per customer * Free shipping coupon is not valid when an...
Newbie Gear List
As a child, I had gone camping with my folks for about 10 years (tent trailer every summer). On occasion I also did some packing with friends, but never really put much...
Trying to see the reason for lightweight softshells
Now I see that many people take along a pair of light softshell type pants and jackets when it is cold and I am trying to figure out the reasons for these....
What knife do you carry backpacking?
Gerber 06 Auto tanto (Military and LE only) Normally, I carry a Buck Hartsook Ultralite (0.5 oz). However, if I will be fishing or hunting during my trip, I carry a Buck...
9 day hike menue – group of five
Just in case anyone is interested in getting 7.5 days of food into bear canisters here is a list of the items we were able to pack. Day one went into the...
Lightweight Shelter Roundup (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2008)
Companion forum thread to:Lightweight Shelter Roundup (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2008) Hang-em-high does not seem to have a search function, and the Tyvek is listed NOT under Fabric. Look under Paper! cheers...
Any of you MYOG-ers take special requests! :) (pack sling content)
Hey there, I don't know if this is out of line or not, but I thought it would be worth asking. So, does anyone take special requests? Typically when I'm backpacking, it...
Is humidity/fog enough to completely collapse down loft?
I've read the horror stories of down collapsing in wet weather. Specifically, if one is caught in a multi-day storm, reports describe watching the down slowly collapsing. And I've seen my own...
First trip with new wife- what sleep system? also gear list for 6 days in Glacier
My new wife is ready to jump into the backpacking world with me. I'm currently a mid-heavy weight backpacker working my way to "light". For her, it'll be all new gear so...
Hilleberg Soulo
I think I may have found my solo winter tent. The Soulo weighs almost a pound more than a Lighthouse, but I really like the idea of using a double wall wall...
Best Camera for Hiking?
So...I stepped on my camera and broke the screen.....long story. That being said, I am in the market for a new camera, and was wondering from some of these photo gurus what...
Best softshell pant design for cold windy weather – windproof front, or windproof front and back?
What's been your experience - which softshell pant will work best for stop and go (go active, such as x country ski, snowshoe and backpack) in very cold windy conditions– a pant...
Arcteryx soft shell and layering systerm: New winter hiker needs advice
Hello all. This is my first post here, and I'm looking for some gear related advice. I'm a relatively new hiker and this will be my first winter hiking and backpacking. This...
PCT Bear Bag Method
I recently used the PCT method for hanging food on a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. See the following link for an excellent description of the method: BPL PCT METHOD LINK...
Modular Sleep Setup
I thought I would share my new sleep setup and get some feedback or thoughts. I think it belongs in the multi-use section...i think. 1 Arc AT (9.75 oz) 1 Montbell UL...
