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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...
SW Australia: the Bibbulmun and the Cape to Cape Tracks
Walking in SW Australia: the Bibbulmun and the Cape to Cape Tracks General Introduction In the September and October 2015, we (Amy and James) spent two months in Australia. This was our...
Why You Should Spend a Few Ounces of Pack Weight on Rainwear Ventilation Features
@einsteinX what rab jacket do you have? separate note and feel free to PM since this question is a bit off topic, but where do you adventure race and were are you...
Lightweight First Aid and Trauma Kits: Perspectives from a Mountain Rescue Medic
This article features an interview with a Canadian Mountain Rescue Medic, focusing on how to assemble lightweight first aid and trauma kits for backcountry travel.
Hiking across Kodiak Island, Alaska
For the Old Harbor to Kodiak traverse, it turns out there is a recently constructed road (part of a new hydro project) that will take you a few miles north out of...
Hiking The Diablo Trail: A Conservation Success Story
Companion forum thread to:Hiking The Diablo Trail: A Conservation Success Story Wow! A real success story for the Bay area, plus an excellent and amusing article on your hike. Congratulations! Although I'm...
mosquito protection
I found out that this is a bit controversial here. I will find myself in a moderately mosquito-infested area of the North Woods. Black flies might possibly be involved. I have DEET,...
Do you get a rash from permethrin?
I tried permethrin on my clothes this time. I wore a "desert shirt", hiking skirt and pant legs (held up with elastic) all sprayed with permethrin. It was very hot out. I...
3rd Annual Bay Area BPL Hike
"But I am gonna make it through cause I gotta git the penicillin to little jimmy..." ohh wow ! the first silicon valley "soccer practice minivan serum run". gonn'a be EPIC. Okay,...
My Weapon of Choice
MLD-Serenity Bug Shelter 9.2oz BPL-SpinTarp X-Pro w/guy lines 5.5oz 12 Ti Stakes 3.2oz Total Weapon Weight: 17.9oz I personally do not want to hear about guns or AIG on Backpacking website. I...
Cooking with mug/small pots and shelter advise
Hello all, I've been reading this forum for over a year. It's been a great resource. I've been slowly getting my pack weight down but I'm not UL yet. Anyway, I have...
Crotchless Pants
I experienced serious crotch chafing on a recent backpacking trip. My hiking pants were a prime contributor to the problem so I tore out about 12 inches of the crotch seam. See...
Backpacking W. Virginia this weekend, what to bring
I moved out here to DC, and am planning my first backpacking trip out east. My roommates and I were initially hoping to head to the Smokies, but then after realizing it...
