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Birthday Money
I still have $200 left from my birthday money and am looking for suggestions on how I should spend it to lighten up my pack. My wife and I are going to...
What’s in your FAK?
Rex, I like that you've added indications and dosages to your pill zip-locks. I like to think I've got all that memorized, but 1) my memory isn't getting any better with age,...
DIY First aid kit (bag)
I have a lot of first aid training, and have done search and rescue in 3 states. I have used lots of first aid items small and large, but my biggest complaint...
Simplifying a kit by taking as few things as possible
Companion forum thread to: Simplifying a kit by taking as few things as possible I've spent many years testing the idea that a kit that contains as few items as possible is...
When I first started backpacking………
After reading “Getting 2 Friends Outside of Their Comfort Zone”, it got me thinking about the flip side: my first backpacking trips. While many of us have a significant number of miles...
What gear do you carry on your person?
Curious to know what kind of gear or EDC you guys carry on you at all times when backpacking should you ever get separated from your pack. As for me this is...
Fires in Wine Country
One more update on the fires in California's wine country. We live in the center of Napa City, and so far we have had no fires or damage in our part of...
Gear List for Wind River Range in September
I'm planning a 5-day hike in the Wind River Range in early September of this year. I've prepared a preliminary gear list and would appreciate any input. I've read a couple of...
Ultralight Repair Kit
I am trying to put together a ultralight repair kit. Some of the items that I am cosidering are a few sewing needles (not sure what sizes to get), waxed dental floss,...
Leukotape for closing a wound?
Wondering if the steristrips that I've had in my kit for years, still have the adhesive to hold, a thought came to me. Maybe others are doing this, but I haven't come...
Feedback on my winter gear list / setup
Hi! As is the case for many others the last couple of years, my interest in backpacking, hiking, mountain e-biking, packrafting, and spending time outdoors have gone through the roof. ...
Some thoughts on gear used
Over the years I have gone through many different pieces of gear.. Can you believe that?? Anyway, I am at the point where everything is basically dialed in for my needs.. 4...
Advice on roll top backpack organization
in trying to lighten my load I went with a bag that has two compartments. The main roll top compartment and the stretch pouch in the back. I didn’t realize how much...
What did we learn about our gear at Philmont?
I wanted to post some reactions after returning from my first trek at Philmont earlier this month. Thanks to everybody on this forum for all that I learned leading up to our...
Top Backpacking Mistakes
What's up guys, we filmed a video on the "Top 5 Backpacking Mistakes". I'd like to know your input in case there is anything we missed or any other tips we can...
A few questions to those who carry a gun while hiking/backpacking
All my backpacking is in grizzly country. I don't carry during summertime backpacks. Never have, and I doubt I ever will. I respect those that do, and those that don't. I'm perfectly...
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...
What are people's thoughts on panel loader backpacks
I'm in the market for a thru hiker backpack. I love panell loaders but it seems that the majority of packs are top loaders only. Why is this? I find top loaders...
Recommended Food Bags for Philmont?
In reading through the 2015 Philmont Advisor's Guide, one recommendation is to take an "extra large (20 liter size) stuff sack for food, in case Philmont food packages accidentally rupture and leak."...
The basic 4 if $$ were not a concern
Hi everyone, I'm just getting started with backpacking (I'm going on my first car camping trip tomorrow with my daughter's 6th grade class), so yes, a complete noob. I'm amazed at how...
