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They're back again: The lightest cathole trowels on the planet ! Titanium, two sizes
The May 14 photos show holes. The later photos show no holes. It appears as though there was a design change (a "slipstream release"). Of course, the ones with holes would be...
Dealing with an all-day spring deluge
Most of use windshirts anyways and accept the consequences, but a recent all-day rain experience which left everyone (except the umbrella users) completely soaked and wet all day long had me thinking...
Annapurna Circuit Questions
I'm starting to plan an Annapurna Circuit trip and have a few questions so that I know how much time I need to request off from work and when to take that...
Bushcooker LT 1
I have been using the Caldera Cone and love it, but I thought the Bushcooker LT1 would be a more versatile option. It's smaller and takes up less space. Has anyone had...
Packrafters beware!!!
I recently talked with an Alaska Wilderness Response professional and he said that there is an epidemic of pack-raft fatalities, injuries and strandings in Alaska where he works. He said 50% +...
Ready for the season to start.
The winter threads are making me weary. Has hiking season started for any of you? Any plans for this year? I hope to spend more time exploring the Trinity Alps. Would love...
3rd Annual BPLers GGG: Henry Coe State Park 2011
"Henry Coe State Park: You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious." Not to take anything away from Aaron, who was indeed very skilled...
What It's Like for Us Non-White Hiker's
A friend pointed me to this video on what it's like to be a non-white hiker in places where few people of other ethnicities ever do things outdoors. Pretty funny! Yes! This...
Gear for the Non-ultralight wanting to go a little lighter
I got my first aid kit down to around 3 oz using the principle of having something to clean the wound, prevent infection (antibiotic ointment), cover it, and having some medications for...
PCT / summer backpacking list -- input appreciated
This list is geared towards the PCT thru-hike that I have planned (currently slated for Summer 2012) with my girlfriend, but I would also like to use this for summer, or even...
PCT/Thru-Hiking Itinerary Tool?
I searched through the forums and couldn;t find a thread on this, please pardon me if there is one...:) Looking to see if there is a spreadsheet planning tool for a thru-hike...
Rannoch Moor Traverse, November 2010
Rannoch Moor is an area of boggy moorland to the southeast of Glencoe, full of lochs of various sizes linked by sinuous streams and rivers. It has long fascinated me and, despite...
Golden Gate National Recreation Area & MT Tam (Dec 12-15, 2010)
A big thank you to BPL member Amy Lauterbach (drongobird). Her suggestion for an itinerary and map recommendation helped immensely. From Vancouver, BC airport to SFO, on BART, then started walking. I...
Resupplying on a PCT thru
I'm planning my PCT thru (1st thru-hike) for next year and have a question on resupplying. As of now my plan is to head NoBo on the PCT starting no later than...
Where to go in Montana/Wyoming?
Does anyone know what map(s) are available for the Bob? No Trails Illustrated for the area... The US Forest Service has some good maps of the three Wilderness Areas that make up...
Lightweight shell pants and windshirts
I have broke down and need to get a decent windshirt for mild weather and shell pants that work well for sustained rain and wind (think AT in spring and AK in...
keeping things dry
So, I've been very lucky for my backpacking trips---I've never hiked in all day rain and set up camp at the end of the day. Day hikes, yes, but not backpacking. Even...
Re-entering society after a long distance hike
Does anyone have any advice on a good book or advice in general that I could share with a friend who is coming back after finishing the AT? I hear that it...
Has your knife ever helped you out of a dire situation?
Many people consider their survival or outdoor knife to be their most important tool. I am hoping to learn what makes a knife so important during outdoor adventures. I used to carry...
Where would you go this winter (anywhere in the world)?
Looking for ideas. Being lazy and hoping to piggyback on the research/experience of others. Info about logistics, food, and camping... or just a kernel of an idea.. appreciated. I have over a...
