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Q&A What negative consequences can result from having too much toe room in a shoe

I think it depends on how rigid your soles are. If you're wearing flexible soles, and you need to edge your toes on a ledge, then that gap at the front of your shoe can cause the sole to bend and ...

posted 12y ago by HorusKol‭

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Q&A What steps should I take if someone starts sinking?

If you're "sinking" that basically means you're standing on a substance that's more permeable than solid ground, but (hopefully) less permeable than the surface of a swimming pool. Probably somethi...

posted 12y ago by Hartley Brody‭

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Q&A Can any waterborne pathogens survive boiling?

Some types of spores can survive boiling. But they're either not disease-causing or they're not in any condition to make you sick as far as I know.

posted 12y ago by mendota‭

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Q&A What style crampon should I use for my hiking boots and how do I adjust them?

I've been using microspikes on my hiking boots and find that they aren't up to the challenge of hiking up snowy peaks. I use snowshoes but find some mountains would be better served by crampons and...

3 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Phil Jackson‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Keeping warm in an emergency

A lot of this goes back to being prepared. Even a light hike in unknown terrain or with spontaneous weather can turn for the worst. Having a small kit with you will always help out and, should some...

posted 12y ago by A.A. Grapsas‭

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Q&A Is a varied diet necessary while backpacking?

It takes more than 4-5 days to have problems from a limited diet, as long as you get enough of short-term things like salt (which is not normally a problem). Even so, I usually take some Flintstone...

posted 12y ago by xpda‭

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Q&A What equipment do I need as a beginner outdoor rock climber?

In addition to the obvious stuff regarding climbing equipment in the other answers, I would add: Woolly hat (it can get chilly waiting for your turn on the crag) Gloves (there's a type of glove, ...

posted 12y ago by HorusKol‭

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Q&A Can any waterborne pathogens survive boiling?

Boiling kills everything -- giardia, cryptosporidium, other bacteria, and viruses. 185°F (85°C) for a few minutes will do it, and boiling for one minute will do it. (Boiling is lots of big bubbles,...

posted 12y ago by xpda‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the fastest method to 'break in' full leather boots?

I have a feeling this question is going to come up a lot on this site... as I mentioned here it is an old and persistent myth that full leather boots will necessarily have a blister-inducing break-...

posted 12y ago by Lost‭

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Q&A How much water should be carried while hiking in the desert?

I led extended backpacking trips in Grand Canyon country for several years, and we required everyone carry at MINIMUM a gallon (almost 4 litre) per person per day -- which adds up. (Though rarely d...

posted 12y ago by Lost‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is a varied diet necessary while backpacking?

Often when planning food for a backpacking trip, I rely heavily on a very large amount of extremely varied trail-mix, and only throw in some jerky and a scant few "cookable" meals for variety. I ha...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by J.T. Hurley‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can any waterborne pathogens survive boiling?

I know that boiling does little to break down chemical contaminants or heavy metals. But I'm unsure if it kills all microbial life. Are there any waterborne illness-causing viruses/bacteria/protozo...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by J.T. Hurley‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What negative consequences can result from having too much toe room in a shoe

Too much toe room is only a problem if you have too much movement in the shoe due to the size. That can cause blisters. If you have to have a bigger toe box, then a larger shoe could be a good solu...

posted 12y ago by Timothy Strimple‭  ·  last activity 12y ago by System‭

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Q&A What negative consequences can result from having too much toe room in a shoe

I hiked all of the Pacific Crest Trail (~4000km) and the Continental Divide Trail (~4200km) wearing shoes 1.5 sizes too large and 2-4 widths too wide (i.e. normally size 11.5D but wore 12.5EEEE). ...

posted 12y ago by Ryley‭

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Q&A Bear bags vs Bear canisters: which is better?

"Better" might be the wrong question. Here are few alternatives: "Safer" - Canister, hands down. Depending on where you are, bears have been known to study brilliant bear hangs, find the critical ...

posted 12y ago by Lost‭

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Q&A How much water should be carried while hiking in the desert?

Hiking in the desert? As much as you can carry! I tend to prefer packing more water than less, and especially in a desert area where if something goes wrong, your access to resupply is very limited...

posted 12y ago by Timothy Strimple‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A What negative consequences can result from having too much toe room in a shoe

I have large feet, that can be difficult to find the correct size shoe. Typically, I've been wearing size 13, but I have found that I get too many blisters with this size, and I don't have much wig...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by PearsonArtPhoto‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How much water should be carried while hiking in the desert?

I live in the Arizona desert, and during the summer, despite my best intentions, I always seem to end up doing some hiking in the summer heat. What is a good formula to figure out how much water ...

9 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by PearsonArtPhoto‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is there a straightforward way to calculate energy requirements for a trek

You can get a rough estimate from using an online calorie estimation website. Make sure to use one that accepts weight as a variable, and add your pack weight to your body weight. I am a large guy,...

posted 12y ago by Timothy Strimple‭

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Q&A How should I remove a tick?

Gently and very slowly pull the tick out. Do not burn the tick. Do not twist the tick. Do not pour oil or alcohol on the tick. It is a living creature and as soon as you stress it out, it will ...

posted 12y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 12y ago by System‭

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Q&A Hiking boots vs trail shoes

I would argue you answered your own question in your first comment: I think it's the way the boots fit It is a myth that leather boots should require a painful bludgeoning period to break th...

posted 12y ago by Lost‭

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Q&A How do I treat a blister? How can I prevent getting them in the first place?

Here is my magic blister treatment method. You need to have this stuff in your kit: Lanolin: Yes, otherwise known as sheep grease. Sold in pharmacies as an aid for breastfeeding mothers. It i...

posted 12y ago by Ryley‭

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Q&A When stranded at sea, should I not ask for a tow?

If you run out of fuel, have engine trouble, run aground soft, when there is no immediate danger to the marine environment, the boat, or the persons on board, then towing is just towing. If a vess...

posted 12y ago by xpda‭

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Q&A Are drop bears dangerous?

No, they aren't real animals. Here's a wiki link for it. Its one of those things people like to tell tourists to watch out for so they'll look stupid.

posted 12y ago by Justin Self‭

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Q&A How can you navigate / determine your location in thick fog?

according to the boyscout handbook you can use moss (apparently it usualy/always grows on the North side of the tree...) It is generally believed that in northern latitudes, the north side of t...

posted 12y ago by mjrider‭  ·  last activity 12y ago by System‭

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