Activity for MarkE
| Type | On... | Excerpt | Status | Date |
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| Edit | Post #40379 | Initial revision | — | about 4 years ago |
| Edit | Post #39789 | Initial revision | — | about 4 years ago |
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How to put trekking poles in back pack? I have trekking poles that I need to store in my back pack for air travel. However, the manual says for long term storage -- in my case, possibly days to a few weeks before I need to use them -- the locking mechanism should be opened/unlocked. But if I do this and put it in my bag, I'm afraid that th... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Scafell Pike ascent Do any of the Scafell Pike ascents cross rivers/lakes? I want to hike Scafell Pike, but I don't want to be looking at rocks the whole time. I'd prefer to lake or stream/river scenery. Does anyone know? (I wasn't sure if this question belonged here to on Travel Answers. Apologies if its misplaced.) (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Carry a larger water bottle or a smaller water bottle for backpacking? I'm debating between carrying a larger water bottle and a smaller one. A larger one means I'll have to stop less to filter water, but it means I'll be carrying more, at least for a period of time. Even if that temporary added weight isn't an issue, the larger water bottle still takes up more space in... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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An x-hour hike. Is that to the peak/summit or back and forth? While planning my trip, I was looking at some trails. They all say x amount of hours, but I didn't know if that was to the peak or if that was back and forth. What is the general rule? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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A: How can I keep my backpack from resting directly against my back? This is what backpacks like the Osprey Atmos were designed for. They're slightly elevated/separated from the users back so that ventilation can improve. However, these sorts of backpacks (not just the Atmos) aren't designed to carry heavier loads that conform to the users back. This is because the fu... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Can the Swiss Alps be hiked in the winter? I would like to hike part of the Alps that go from France to Slovenia, but I'm not sure what type of equipment I'll need. I'm wondering if I need to bring crampons; I have Icetrekkers (Diamond Grip), which are more like traction cleats than crampons. Because I'll be backpacking, I would prefer to kn... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Is titanium cookware safe? There are one or two other posts on cookware, which covers those made of titanium, but this post is in regards to its interactions with the human body. I haven't been able to find any academic/peer-reviewed articles in this subject and I don't want to go with the idea that just because its very popul... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Is it possible to use gaiters on flat/minimalist shoes? On flat shoes, like the Merrell Proterra's, is it possible to use gaiters (for snow)? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Which is more durable: Hard shell or soft shell? From my experience, I've only ever used hard shells simply because I've always thought they were made for more treacherous weather. However, I recently saw a video by Patagonia that claimed soft shells are more durable. Is this true? If so, why is it that hard shells are advised over soft shells for ... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Does my layering system need adjusting? I'll be "backpacking" -- to imply traveling from country to country, but also hiking and camping in the backcountry -- various parts of Europe in winter for 3 months. I've camped and hiked before, but never in such cold conditions -- ranging from the Mediterranean to well above the Arctic Circle -- ... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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At what point do I need snow goggles or glacier glasses when hiking? I'll be backpacking Europe in the winter (snow and rain) and parts of my trip will be outdoors, such as hiking in Dolomites, Italy. For purposes of packing light and risk of losing expensive gear, I don't know if I want to bring both sunglasses AND goggles/glacier glasses, especially since I wouldn't... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Which layer should have a hood (for rainy conditions)? For rainy/snowy conditions, which layer, besides the hard shell, should have be hooded? There will be times that I will be hiking for long durations, but for the most part, there are little to no aerobic activities. (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Are water purification tablets safe? There are a few questions regarding safety of water purification, one regarding expiration date, another regarding iodine, but I know that there are more than one types of water purficiation tablets. If I am using a water-pump filter. Is it necessary to combine this with a water purification tablet?... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Clarification need on layering principle for head in wet/rainy conditions I've researched extensively and yet I'm still not sure what to do for rainy/freezing temperatures. If I don't want to bring a beanie, how do I apply the layering principle to my head? Is it enough that only my hard shell has a hood or should I obtain an insulating or at least a mid layer that has a ... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Are there 1-person 4-season tents? I'll be camping in Scandinavia during the winter, but I can't find any 1-person 4-season tents on REI or similar sites. Do these things exist? Could it be that I can't find them because it's highly advised against? (Yikes!) (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |