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Camera vs Phone
I need to upgrade my iphone 7. Considering the 13 Pro ($1K) especially since I can shoot in raw. However the Sony RX100 in earlier versions can be had for $200 and...
Irrational Solo Fear
... If you want to step it up, you can purchase pee from the animal of you choice here: http://www.thepeemart.com/?gclid=CJbmvdjAgb4CFdKGfgodzkYA-A Just customize to your environment. Still I don't know, "mountain lion pee...
Sharp Thing Nirvana?
I am too much of a klutz to ever carry just a razor blade as my sharp thing (sorry Mike!). In addition I worry that when I might most need it is...
Windshirts: 2012 State of the Market Report - Part 1: What is a Windshirt?
I love my Boreas for skiing and short runs - but it does gain weight in rain. Would the softshell material approve of a round in the washing machine with Nikwax TX-direct?...
Hilleberg Tent thread
Two very different tents, the Kaitum will be far roomier. I spent about 20 nights in a Kaitum in winter and it always shed snow well. I do suspect the Allak will...
Solo Tent Feedback Request
I'm soliciting feedback as part of some research that I'm working on an article for BPL about solo tents. So, a few questions for solo tent users, in the following context: Most...
Backpacking with Dogs in SF Bay area
I'm having a difficult time finding places to backpack with my dog in the Bay Area, as most of the trails in the state parks are off-limits for dogs. Was planning on...
Episode 69 | Ultralight Shelters in Inclement Weather
Companion forum thread to: Episode 69 | Ultralight Shelters in Inclement WeatherEpisode 69 of the Backpacking Light Podcast dives into ultralight shelters and how their structures hold up during inclement weather. One...
Are bugs around Lake Superior bad?
Hi Guys, I planning a car trip around Lake Superior starting July 28 and lasting 3 weeks. We will be starting from Toronto, Ontario. It is supposed to be hiking, backpacking and...
Poison Oak!!!
Saw my folks up in southern Oregon over Christmas, went traipsing around in the woods with not a care in the world, only to discover that poison oak can strike even in...
alpha gal syndrome
For some reason, I'm on this mailing list and get these articles from medscape which is intended for doctors. I thought this one was interesting https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/alpha-gal-syndrome-meat-allergy-expands-its-reach-2025a1000qcz?ecd=mkm_ret_251230_mscpmrk_allergy_best-of-the-year_etid7981590&uac=457568PJ&impID=7981590 " Alpha-gal is the oligosaccharide galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose,...
Above Treeline Tent Hypothetical
IF you were going to have more weeks off starting in 2018 and IF your wife/SO wanted to accompany you on several week-long epic hikes annually in the high country (often above...
Nor Cal / Bay Area trip this weekend
I am looking to an impromptu trip with a couple of guys this weekend. I don't know the area very well yet as we just moved here. Any suggestions on an overnight...
Northern California suggestions
Hey everyone So my buddy and I are going to head north from San Francisco for two weeks in the beginning of February (dependent on weather) to explore around Northern California. I...
Hells Canyon is a place (with spectacular views) worth considering while you're waiting for the snow to melt in the usual places
Hells Canyon is located on the border between Oregon and Idaho. It's deeper than the Grand Canyon, and the Snake River runs at the bottom. The road to the trailhead where we...
Sweezer?
Anyone ever tried these as opposed to the Sliver Grippers?Sweezers Being made out of aluminum rather than stainless it seems they could be lighter if there isn't an over abundance of material...
Thru hike clothing options
I’m posting here to get the low-down on all things clothes. More specifically, the best options for use during long distance hiking. It seems I’ve spent so much time trying to figure out...
Stretchy Pants
I have been wearing Kuhl Renegades for about three years and love them. Just bought a new pair and much to my chagrin they reduced the percentage of spandex from 12% to...
PA Section of the AT in July/August??
Planning on doing some section hiking this summer in PA. Not sure if it's July or August. Anyone out there been there; done that? Any suggestions on Gear, water filtration, and such?...
Seattle/Tacoma
My bro has some Southwest free flights saved up. We were talking about going to Albuquerque or Denver, our usual stomping grounds. Neither of us have been to the Northwest, except for...
