Activity for nsandersen‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: "Official" providers of topographic maps per country Italy: www.igmi.org/geoprodotti I hope to add more details here and add it to the wiki once I try them out in practice shortly. (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Why would one choose to use a Harvey map rather than an Ordnance Survey map? Some places they provide a better scale or more useful map for specific locations. For instance the 8cm (1:12500) map of the little Cuillin Hills mountain ridge on the Isle of Skye in Scotland is slightly better (larger/less cluttered) than the 4cm (1:25000) OS map in my opinion. (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Question	—	Does anybody know or know where to find the requirements for Russian ice axe tests? As I bought an ice axe from Russia some 10-15 years ago and cannot remember their ratings, I just wondered if somebody knew (or knew where to find) descriptions of the Russian ice axe test requirements? For example, UIAA B/"Basic" axes can take 250kg sideways shaft/head interface load; UIAA T/"Techn... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Can you boil water on top of Everest? For butane/isobutane/propane canisters, the stove design, affecting the temperature in the canister or liquid feed pipe, and the boiling point of the gas mixture would matter. At very low temperatures even the O ring rubber type would matter as some types go less rubbery and do not seal properly. Fo... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: When is it appropriate to make a cairn? I would generally agree with the "as few as possible approach", but would add that if it is a question of safety or avoiding lots of time wasted (which in turn may morph into a safety issue), then I think markers can be helpful. But I don't think it should be exaggerated - markers can be used instea... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What purpose does a mesh liner serve in outdoors clothing? It also helps protect waterproof/breathable membrane coatings. (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Body weight compressing Down insulation in Sleeping Bag Agree with ppl, don't think it is a big problem, but even for variable filling bags it could mean that some of that expensive down may not be used the way you would prefer. A quilt may be a bit draugthy if you are not careful. I find the bottomless bags work well for 3 seasons. An(other) option th... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Question	—	Sleeping pad inside or outside bivy bag? I have recently started trying out the backpackinglight.com mantra of a tarp and a water resistant breathable top bivy bag with a waterproof bathtub bottom (basically a shrunk inner tent). Assuming it is fairly dry, I think it is best to keep the pad outside the bivy bag on the groundsheet so the bi... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Where can I find current information on shelters in the Swedish mountains? I would check with Svenska Turistföreningen (STF). Their contact details are bottom left on the linked page. They have answered in English when I tried and have details about when bridges marked on maps are taken down for the winter and laid out again for the Summer season in the Kebnekaise area... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Tent and sleeping bag: pack inside or strap outside a backpack? I have the sleeping bag inside (must be kept dry, so there must be room for it). And the tent under the pack in its stuffsack, (when wet I don't want it inside anyway) tied to the pack by running a strap through the drawcord and wrapping the tent and stuffsack inside my foam mat (if I bring it) and ... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: How often should I waterproof a tent? Agree with Russell Steen - do it on demand, but would just add that it depends on the flysheet fabric. Silnylon that is coated on both sides should not require treatment (except for seam sealant) for example. Fabric coated with polyurethane shouldn't leak either unless damaged or worn out, but the pr... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: Trousers and jacket for winter walk up to 1085m (Snowdon) If I was going, I would bring something like what I brought for an overnight walk from Braemar to Aviemore in the Cairngorms at the start of February some years ago. So apart from gloves, hat/scarf or balaclava - base layer top and bottom, hard shell jacket and pants, gaiters, a 100wt fleece and a 2... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: What gear for sleeping in wild camping in western Scotland in May? I use a good quality (Rab) sleeping bag for 3-season camping in Britain, including Scotland. It is rated to +2 or +3 degrees C without hood, can't remember exactly, but for comparison it has 200g of down, fabric-only bottom and no hood. I then have my fleece balaclava and clothes apart from baselay... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: What is the proper way to tarp tent to avoid condensation? This does not answer your direct question in the sense that it does not prevent condensation (so please bear with me), but.. ..a lightweight bivy with a water resistant and very breathable (rather than waterproof) top fabric on top of a groundsheet will protect your sleeping bag from the outside and... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to avoid the layer of ice inside a water bottle during winter activities? I use a "Camelbak Stoaway" bladder - it has a bit of insulation and neoprene on the tube. I fill it with warm water when possible and keep it next to my back. If not wearing it, I wrap my spare fleece around it on the 3 sides not facing my back. The only other two things not mentioned here about b... (more)	—	almost 12 years ago