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a rant re: running shorts
Okay, does anyone actually like built-in liners in their shorts? When I was a kid, a mesh liner implied men's swim trunks. Now it's almost impossible to find athletic shorts without a...
Snow White Syndrome
I'm pale and have a red beard, my wife is from northern Britain and very light skinned. We produced a daughter who is almost transparent and never able to get a tan....
Pescadero May 2012
We visited the Pescardero Creek County Park in San Mateo early this May. Five of us pulled up to an empty lot in Sam MacDonald County Park early on a Friday. The...
Dont wear your day clothes to bed-myth?
Christopher -- TMI and TMR (too much red)! :) What month was that Christopher? We're taking scouts up there this summer..... "What month was that Christopher? We're taking scouts up there this...
Groundsheet & Permethrin
I have searched around a bit and can't seem to nail this one down. I tarp camp mostly and sleep with a headset when necessary. Is it possible to treat polycro or...
Brooks-Range Alpini vs. Montbell Alpine Light
Just received my Brooks-Range Alpini jacket in the mail today! Took it out and took a few pictures of it. These pictures are of 1 black Brooks-Range Alpini size Large (purchased November...
CDT - SOBO
Hey everyone, I'm starting the CDT on June 28th, SOBO. Feeling pretty good about it so far, other than using a frameless pack for 3 x 6-7 day carries I have planned....
I returned my Steripen
I love my SP Adventurer but... I always carry Katadyn chlorine dioxide tabs as a backup. I use only AA lithium batteries in it. Long lasting and lighter than other battery technology....
bivy & tarp vs. tent
I'm new to the light backpacking arena. I have always done it the heavy way, comfortable, safe and well prepared, but heavy. I've become tired of carrying all of that weight, and...
Resupply first aid kit without getting reamed?
Just wondering what everyone does to resupply their kit? I'm about to get a .5 or .7 Adventure Medical kit. When I come back from the field and need to replace 2...
5 nights in Virginia
So I guess all the text I wrote in the descriptions doesn't actually show up when you post the photos...well, live and learn... I've had issues with pictures spreading out like this...
Overnight on NCT in Rainbow Lake Wilderness
My wife and I got out for an overnight last Saturday in the Rainbow Lake Wilderness on the North Country Trail in Bayfield County, WI. We were originally planning to be out...
Study shows best ways to keep mosquitos from biting
DEET has been the only thing that worked for me in the Canadian North Woods however some interesting alternatives suggested here. http://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/01/30/464740275/whats-the-best-way-to-keep-mosquitoes-from-biting Interestingly, according to that study, the Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus...
Comfort and Moisture Transport in Lightweight Wool and Synthetic Base Layers
Companion forum thread to:Comfort and Moisture Transport in Lightweight Wool and Synthetic Base Layers Excellent review. I do wish you'd used Marmot silkwieght instead of Capilene however -- it seems to resist...
Choosing a windbreaker hoody, but more from an everyday use perspective.
I consider getting another windbreaker even though I already have a jacket or two that would fit in that general category. The background / justification is that I need something that better...
Hiking in Sandals
Those of you that hike in sandals, what is your preferred type/brand/model? the through the toe designs like those from Bedrock & Luna (flip flop style except with a heel strap), or...
Bay Area GGG is a Go!
If anyone has a pico projector they feel like bringing along I could show some wildlife footage either Friday or Saturday evening. I have a projector, but it is for the old style...
Bob Open 2017
You can keep track of us - Tyler, Jon and Justin - at this inReach link:  https://share.garmin.com/TylerH. Please keep in mind that we may or may not turn on our device, so don't worry...
Sublite Sil - Room for the Dog?
Hello, I would like to switch to the new Sublite Sil from TarpTent. Would there be room for a Border Collie sized dog (50 pounds)? I think there would be enough floor...
Winter tent suggestions, good for snow.
Thanks for the helpful link Richard. How about this Rab single wall wedge tent? Event dv storm fabric,vestibule for added space available, only 65 oz. http://rab.equipment/us/shop/shelters/latok-mountain-2 Similar to the Rab http://www.crux.uk.com/en/tents.php?range=14&product=39 Lots...
