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Introduction
I've been here a short time and like the crowd, that may not be a compliment. My background, 66, almost retired, technical sales to the composites industry, aerospace, automotive, marine, etc. North...
It's Time to Talk About Campfires
Movie looks good. I can’t fingered out where to watch it though. I don’t have a Paramount+ subscription We came across it on CBS news TV and it may appear on other...
It's Time to Talk About Campfires
Companion forum thread to: It's Time to Talk About CampfiresWhy do so many of us still feel compelled to have fires? So I want to ask the backpacking community why many of...
Ursack - Current Consensus?
Local situations and the degree of habituation of the local bear population make all the difference in the world, and thus any method of protecting your food from bears has its limitations....
Grand Canyon trip report and gear
For those who would rather watch an 11 minute video instead of read go here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvBz1ySV88 Here is my 9.8 lb gear list (including 2 lb of camera gear) which kept me...
Rain shells for high abrasion (bush wackin')
There's some great off-trail hiking near an area I'm going to be moving too. However, it's an area of high precipitation and densely forested areas. The challenges I foresee are: High abrasion,...
Best lightweight-backpacking rain jacket
In the market..anxious to read suggestions Thanks ! Scott A lot of people like the Montbell Versalite (6.4 oz), OR Helium II (6.4 oz), Â and the Zpacks Vertice (6.2 oz). Â I...
3 oz. Rab Phantom Pull-On
Is the Rab Phantom Pull-On another emergency rain jacket for runners only or could it work with a light pack while backpacking too? I love the weight, but I become skeptical when...
The COVID 19 outbreak. Does it mean MORE backpacking this year?
I'll probably still go out, but will be even more careful to avoid people. My preference for overnighters is in the state forests away from everyone anyway. Pretty easy to keep distance...
why tents fail in the wind
So if pitching it drum tight can handle more wind, why are people saying that a material that doesn't stretch, that you CAN make drum tight, is more prone to failure than...
Dumb, dangerous mistakes
I need entertainment, so here’s my story, and I’ll look forward to reading yours. I have no doubt that this group can come up with dumb and dangerous behavior they survived on...
Flame "Orange" Wars
After all, someone might like the comfort of knowing that others were here by the odds and ends of plastic, fabric, and cardboard scattered around a campsite. Somebody spent too much time...
heat acclimatization
This is interesting. Contradictory to some common beliefs? https://www.outsideonline.com/2098556/surprising-benefits-training-heat "When acclimating to heat, you’ll be forced to compromise training quality, says Koop. While he understands the benefits of heat acclimation, he still...
Survivalist/Preppers vs. Backpackers
It seems to me there is a disconnect between the Survival/Prepper community and Backpackers. It doesn't make sense since Backpackers need extensive survival skills and Survivalists/Preppers need to know how to navigate...
Winter Hiking Partners for Southwest Desert Jan,Feb & March?
Hey there! I have the entire winter off this year, and am really wanting to cherry pick some great hiking in the Southwest. So I looking at a few sections of different...
Lightning is stealing the thunder from my backpacking trips
I have a fair amount of outdoors experience. I have learned what to do to minimize the risk of being struck by lightning in the backcountry, and I follow those guideline. When...
A few questions to those who carry a gun while hiking/backpacking
Doug has a point.  It seems that Americans are inconsistent in the enthusiasm for the principles laid out in the nation's founding documents.  The thread shows that there is great enthusiasm...
~5 days in Yosemite late June, where?
Hi, new member here. I am going to be passing through Yosemite in late June. I am looking for a ~ 5 day backcountry trek, preferably a loop or easy way to...
GGG-Alaska-2018
Okay, I bet that title got your attention. Â Info to follow after the sacrificial first post. Hint: it does involve caribou and the volcanic island featured in this photo. People say "Everything's...
Steripen Quantum UV Water Treatment System --- Roger Caffin
I assume you can only put 4 liters in that bag, and if there's less than 4 liters it won't be full. I have a Steripen Ultra. If they do indeed sell...
