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Edit	Post #41107	Initial revision	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: Ways of attaching a DSLR on a ACT Trail 32 backpack I've found a few different ways to do this. Each with it's own pros and cons. BlackRapid shoulder strap Toploader chest pouch CottonCarrier Vest CottonCarrier Strapshot Personally I go between the CottonCarrier vest which offers the fastest access and the Toploader chest pouch if I'm worried ab... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is there a difference in performance between a fishing kayak and touring kayak? There are a few differences between the SOT kayaks and a touring kayak that you'll want to consider. Length SOT kayaks tend to be shorter and wider than touring boats. This can make SOT's a little more stable but a longer boat will track better (go straight). The more rough the water you want to ... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Synthetic vs Down sleeping bags? What are the best conditions to use a synthetic sleeping bag vs a down one? Can you always use a down sleeping bag as long as you keep it in a dry waterproof bag? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	Plastic or fiberglass for a kayak? I'm an intermediate level kayaker but have only paddled plastic boats. I'm looking for a kayak to do multi-day trips in on the ocean. What are the differences between plastic and fiberglass? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	What is the difference between Gore-Tex and Mountain Hardwears DryQ? They both are waterproof but what are the differences and is one better? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	How do I prevent blisters in ski boots? Possible Duplicate: How do I treat hot spots and blisters when I have no moleskin? How do I treat a blister? How can I prevent getting them in the first place? I often get blisters in my ski touring boots in the instep of my feet. I've tried thick and thin insoles and multiple pairs of s... (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	What are the different materials for ski climbing skins and advantages to each? I'm using mohair climbing skins right now but I've heard of other materials. What others are there and how do they compare to mohair? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	How can I get rid of mold on climbing skins for skis? There is a bit of mold on the sticky side of my mohair climbing skins for my skis. How can I get rid of it? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	What do you do if you see a cougar? Hiking on the west coast of British Columbia, there are likely to be cougars around the trails. What do you do if you see one? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	What are the downsides to sleeping in a hammock on a multi-day hike? I've read that hammocks are a very light way to travel through the wilderness. You just need the hammock, a cover, and a light sleeping bag, but there must be disadvantages compared to taking a tent or a bivy sack. What are they? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Question	—	What are the most important indicators of an high-risk avalanche zone? If I'm heading out ski touring into an area I haven't been, what are the most important things to look for and think about to avoid high-risk areas for avalanches? (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can I prevent batteries from losing charge in cold weather? The cold can cause the electrochemical processes in the battery to slow down, eventually giving you less than it's usual voltage. (Why don't batteries work as well in cold environments?) If I need to use anything in the cold, I always keep it next to my body or in my sleeping bag at night. Try not t... (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do I Eskimo roll a kayak? I've only had experience with fairly stable sea kayaks and not with any river boats. As long as you have space under the boat (over your head if you're upside down) bring your paddle perpendicular to your upper body so that you're left hand is by your left hip and your right hand is by your left shou... (more)	—	almost 13 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are some good ways to waterproof a geocache / letterbox? I prefer the rubbermaid containers of various sizes that lock with tabs on all four sizes. You can get small ones right up to very large containers for any size of cache you need. (more)	—	almost 13 years ago