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Down in the PNW
While Dale makes valid points about the rather challenging weather that can be experienced in our fine state, I respectfully disagree with the claim that, “for anything in the upper left hand...
Training & Workout
It doesn't matter how you rationalize the calories burnt in a workout. Yes, if you walk all day long, in the winter, you will need a ton of fuel. Most of us...
Wool hoodies
Starting a thread to compile all the Merino hoodies everyone has found becasue of the limited availability of the BPL Beartooth IO-Bio Contact glory zip 160gm/m2 89.99USD thumbholes and 1/4zip and MEC...
Headlamp question
I tryed the micro light clip to my hat this weekend on an overnighter. The problem was when my head got hot and I wanted to take away my hat don't have...
Stein Valley Traverse, BC – 8 Days
My wife and I spent 7 nights, 8 days traversing the length of the of the Stein watershed from Lytton, BC to Lilleot Lake. Sept 6-13th, 2010. Day 1 - Lytton Trailhead...
When is the Tent SOTMR coming out?
We do. There are changes being made to the 1 (10-15% larger), but nothing has been done as of yet. I'm open to doing it either way. Doing an updated review would...
Rainbow or Moment?
Hello everybody, I've been looking for a while for my first lightweight backpacking solo shelter, and I've had some difficulty deciding between the TT Moment and the TT Rainbow. I've read each...
Where would you live?
So at the end of summer I'm going to head overseas (from New Zealand) - I'm still trying to decide where to go though. What cities around the world would people consider...
SUH Backpacking…
That's right, Super Ultra Heavy backpacking! How heavy is SUH? Well, an 80 lb pack qualifies I think. Here's an engaging in-depth primer on the subject in eight parts:Backpacking System Extended Stay...
MSR Carbon Reflex 2
Alright so I just purchased one of these over the weekend because it went for $307 with shipping and everything. I am anxious to get it. Does anyone know if there is...
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Sleeping Pad Review
If I'm on snow, I like to have at least R-3.5, though I often use a RidgeRest Deluxe rated at R-3.1 with a bag rather than a quilt. (A bag provides a...
Choosing a Tarptent
I've been slowly acquiring new lightweight gear and am now down to choosing a new shelter - I'm going to go with something from Mr. Shires, but which one (solo shelter)? I've...
Nemo Nano tent
Has anyone here used this? There's so little information to be found on it, but for me, it looks like a decent compromise of weight, size, and function - it's truly all-season...
BPLers GGG: Point Reyes, CA
BPLers Gathering of Gear Geeks: Point Reyes, California January 24th & 25th 2009 Palomarin Trailhead 5.5 miles to Wild Cat Camp sites 1AB at Wild Cat Beach Wild Cat Beach & Alamere...
Steripen Usage
Hey steripeners, Just got a steripen adventurer, and am now rethinking my water strategy. I'm wondering what containers others are using for treating water. I've been using aquamira and kleerwater, in conjunction...
Bacpacker Magazine award to Big Sky
Kristen, now that many folks have weighed in over several days on the subject of BS and there is no question today regarding BPM’s knowledge of the nature of the business practices...
Miserable Environment: The Worst Conditions?
The conventional vacation planner posts this type of post on a forum: "Hi guys, planning our annual summer backpacking trip with the buddies, looking for scenery, mountains, wildflowers, and sunshine. Where should...
Cougar Perimeter Fence or other ideas
"Clea" is a genius 10 yr.old 50 pound wonderdog. I live on what is best described as a wildlife corridor near a major creek. Many animals pass through including the lions major...
PCT 2013 Mid-Late May Start NOBO - 3.5-4 month desired timeframe
Greetings fellow BPL'rs -- would love some feedback as to layering / warmth set-up that I've got (mid/late may start, hoping to end by Aug/Sept). Thinking Guthook Guide on an Ipod Touch...
Mountain Bikes Being Allowed On Natl. Park Trails
John, The time is at hand.... This Just arrived: From: IMBA Date: Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 5:58 PM Subject: Take Action to Increase Bicycling Opportunities in National Parks To: xxxxxx@yyyy.zzz Take...
