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In the context of a long hike (AT, PCT, CDT, LT, etc.): What are the advantages and disadvantages of double sleeping bags over two individual sleeping bags? How do they compare to single sleeping ...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 10y ago by System‭

There is a thread about the topic on backpacker. It doesn't quite resolve the dilemma. Personally I stuff the fly on the outside of my backpack because it is faster. It may also have a chance to br...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

I would consider two items: Trekking poles with large baskets. And if you are looking for a pair of modern snowshoes Consider models which have bars at the rear to elevate your feet during as...

posted 14y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 14y ago by System‭

Roll top dry bags are fairly common. They are usually combined with either a pack cover or a pack liner. The pack liner is commonly an over-sized roll top dry bag placed inside your backpack. A ch...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

For USA to Canada flights, I have seen hiking poles being accepted (after a bit of explaining..) and refused (WestJet). If they are refused, you may be asked to go back to the luggage section which...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭

There is at least one documented incident with a bear that occurred in the 1980s which may have been related sexual intercourses. Unfortunately the two teenagers, Jane Ammerman and Kim Eberly, di...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭

GearScout blog post on Down is coming from Arc’teryx provides some insight on Arc'Teryx usage of down in their products. According to them, Arc'Teryx did not have down products in their lineup pri...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

Today I received an e-mail from Arc'Teryx stating that Fall 2013 ushers in the arrival of technical DOWN and NEW GORE-TEX® Pro technology. What is technical down? I assume it is some sort of ...

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

During the fall season, fallen leaves from deciduous trees such as maple, oak, etc. can be found in abundance. Dead leaves can be gathered and placed under your sleeping system in order to sleep mo...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

Mold can be harmful to your health and damage the waterproof fabric of your tent. Mildew stains shouldn't necessarily be removed as it can damage fabrics. However, growth of mold should be stopped....

posted 13y ago by ppl‭

What type of cookware you choose depends on what type of cooking you do. Titanium is certainly the lightest, and it's great if all you do in your pot is boil water to add to dehydrated foods (Lipto...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭

What are the advantages of hand sanitizer over soap on a backpacking trip? Do they fulfill the same purpose? What would you recommend for hand sanitization?

4 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

In the test report of 2004 according to Ursack: Bears carried inadequately-secured Ursacks short distances suggesting that users should be able to locate most bags that might get carried off by...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

The Hochschwab is a mountain range in Styria. You can find trail information with photos about this region in German or English using Google Translate. You may want to spend a few nights at the sa...

posted 13y ago by ppl‭

Water resistant down has interesting properties which make it appealing for outdoor applications. However, it is not widely available and seems to be only offered in certain fill powers. How is th...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭