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Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: An x-hour hike. Is that to the peak/summit or back and forth? In my experience, mostly in North America, an X hour hike provided by a park service is typically given for the round trip unless stated otherwise. You can also confirm by looking at the mileage and elevation. For example, Red Rock provides round-trip hour estimates. For example, Turtlehead Peak tak... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is titanium cookware safe? In the article "Is that newfangled cookware safe?" no special mention is made for titanium. Titanium is not commonly found in cookware other than backpacking because it is simply terrible for any cooking tasks other than perhaps boiling water and it is expensive. Many backpackers are willing to pay t... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to make a fire without burning the ground If you are looking for a cooking system for backpacking the Caldera Sidewinder Ti-Tri have the option of using a titanium floor for this exact purpose. In the interest of facilitating Leave No Trace wood burning practices, Trail Designs offers two styles of titanium floor plates to go under your ... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is there an equivalent of "The A.T. Guide" for the Pacific Crest Trail? There are several equivalents just as there is for the AT. I would consider Halfmile maps combined with PocketPCT. Halfmile's PCT maps 'Erik the Black' books PCT Data Book Pocket PCT (No longer available at this link as of March 2018) U.S. Forest Service PCT Yogi's (No longer available as of March... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: To stuff or not to stuff (the rain-fly of a tent) 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 breath/dry. Because packing and unpacking is faster when stuffing, there is a chance that I will get it o... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Trek-able peaks in the himalayan range In Nepal there is Thorong La which is a high altitude pass in the Annapurna that is doable without, in my opinion, much experience. It is fairly popular trek and you will likely encounter organized groups even during the off season. There are accessible trekking routes with accommodations and progres... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is it possible to use gaiters on flat/minimalist shoes? I've used Dirty Girl Gaiters and MLD on similar shoes. I don't see any problems with those shoes. If you are only trying to keep debris out, I would consider the former. (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Are there any outdoorsy comics? I do not know of specific comic books other than Ultralight Backpackin' Tips which has cartoon illustrations. However it is far from a comic book. :-) WhiteBlaze features some comic strips about hiking/thru-hiking on their website. And others have also made some hiking-related comics such as Keith R... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are the major difference between a regular sleeping bag and one designed for women? From a product description: Women-specific performance mummy cut means additional insulation in key areas where women tend to get chilled How much of this is marketing hype is unknown to me. Most female hikers I know did not use a specific women-sleeping bag and did just fine. Many high qualit... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to improvise heavy rain protection for a backpack? 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 cheaper option is to use a trash compactor bag as a pack liner. They are usually cheap and easy to find i... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Pink Winter Sleeping Bags If you can settle on purple Nunatak and Feather Friends have good sleeping bags in those colors. One option could be to get a custom made sleeping bag from the cottage industry. Many will accept custom orders although they may not have something available in pink. (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Trekking poles on planes 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 may end up making you or your poles miss the flight. In my experience it seems to vary on the carrier ... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Does having sex in the back-country attract bears or other critters? 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, did not survive. Stephen Herrero wrote about the incident in his book titled Bear Attacks: Their Causes a... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: What is Arc'Teryx Technical down? 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 prior 2013. Arc’teryx didn’t want to enter the down fray unless its design effort ... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Are bears more attracted to menstruating females? Unless you are dealing with Polar bears the answer is: No. According to an article on livescience: Despite campfire fears dating back to at least 1967, black bears and grizzly bears are not attracted to the odors of menstruation, according to a recent Yellowstone National Park report. Polar... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Question	—	What is Arc'Teryx Technical down? 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 hydrophobic down. If yes, how does Arc'Teryx technical down differs from other hydrophobic down tec... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is emergency overnighting using hammock/canvas tent considered wild camping (Europe/Germany)? One option is to ask the land owners. In an attempt to answer your question... According to the Outdoor Magazin: Anyone under a tarp - a waterproof tarp stretched - stayed overnight, camping out and is in a legal gray zone. The night under the tarp also reduces the risk of being discovered and p... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Emergency measures: sleeping bag not suitable for the current weather It is worth nothing that if you have a cooking system and the extra fuel you can prepare hot water and place the hot water bottle between your legs to help you keep warm. If you have extra food, eat a high-energy snack before going to bed. Other things that comes to mind are: cover your head, use w... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can I keep my backpack safe? Hide your pack or move it a bit off the trail. Make sure you do not overdo it and end up not being able to find it back yourself. :-) Although you are in the wood, if you are in a popular area, it is possible that other local visit the same area. I've never heard of people bringing alarms for their ... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to deal with little flies flying into the eyes? You are likely talking about eye flies. They feed on lachrymal secretion which your eyes produce. When they get too intense, if hiking, I either walk faster and away from wet area or use a good head net. Peter Vacco have good information on flies and also happen to make really good head nets. (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Question	—	How to prevent bear bag line from tangling? While backpacking, I usually carry 50 feet of spectra cord (2mm) to be used as part of my bear bagging system. More often than I would like, I end up having to untangle the line before being able to use it. Although my untangling skills are ever increasing, how can I prevent the tangling of the cord... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can I conserve water over long treks? If you run out half-way, perhaps you should bring twice as much? That being said... One option for day hikes is to hydrate well before hitting the trail. Also, have readily available water for your return. e.g. leave a water bottle in your car. An other option is refilling from natural water source... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do I properly use the cinch-straps that came with my daypack? As per The North Face Customer Service: Each strap (not bungee, sorry about that) should have a barrel on one end followed by an overhand knot holding the two ends of the strap. Simply undo the knot, depress the button on the barrel and un-thread one end of the strap. Thread through loops as de... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: What does "expedition-weight" mean with regard to clothing? Expedition weight relates to the temperature rating and level of activity. It usually means cold and low activity. According to REI expert-advice section. For cool conditions, thermal underwear is available in light-, mid- and expedition-weights. Choose the weight that best matches your activity... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	Washing dishes with seawater or freshwater? When backpacking in a coastal region, you sometimes have access to both fresh water (e.g. a stream) and salt water (sea, bay, etc.). If you do not treat the water used for washing dishes, what are the pros and cons of using saltwater vs. freshwater? Is there one source that is less prone to contamin... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	How much warmth dead leaves add if placed under your tent/pad? 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 more comfortably and presumably warmer. How much R-value does a pile of leaves provide? This is of course... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do you remove mold from a tent? 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. It is best to consult your tent manufacturer documentation to know what's the best treatment for your s... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Selecting backpacking cooking pot – teflon, aluminum, steel, titanium, or cast iron? 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 (Lipton noodles, Mountain House, homemade boil-in-bag meals, etc.) or to make beverages. I've never seen or he... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	While backpacking, should one bring hand sanitizer, soap, or both? 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? (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Do kevlar sacks work against bears? 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 bears. Distances carried during the four tests were 0.3m, 1.6 m, 5.8 m, and somewhere between 41 and 67... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Rifugio (Mountain Hut) trek in Austria 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 same hut to simplify the logistics. You could plan several day hikes from the same hut. There is a beauti... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Can I get away with less advanced food storing methods if backpacking in areas where meeting bears is unlikely? The best recommendation is to take all necessary precautions for yourself, wildlife and the fauna. What measures make sense depends on the area you are visiting. For example, in more remote parts of the east coast (Maine, New-Brunswick, etc.) you will only find black bears and they tend to be pretty... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	What is water resistant down and how is it made? 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 the water resistant treatment applied? Are gear manufacturers responsible for waterproofing the down, or d... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	What are the most recommended guide/maps to bring on a PCT thru-hike? Among the amalgam of guidebooks and maps for the Pacific Crest Trail, which guidebooks and/or maps are be the best contenders to bring on the trail? Guthook 2010 review is no longer available. It recommended Halfmile maps, which is still available in March, 2018, combined with PocketPCT, which is no... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	What are the advantages of a double sleeping bag? 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 bags that can mate? Which solution can keep you warmer? How much warmer? Which solution yields a lower ... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Water-resistant shoes for Trekking in New Zealand When hiking for multiple days you will likely encounter scenarios that you will get wet feet regardless of the footwear you are using. My experience with Goretex footwear is the same as most fellow hikers I know: Goretex footwear can delay your feet getting wet but it cannot prevent it altogether. Th... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Snowshoes for hilly terrain 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 ascent. It is common to use the trekking pole to flip the bar up when required. (more)	—	over 11 years ago

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