Activity for Andrew Welchâ€
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| Edit | Post #41267 | Initial revision | — | over 4 years ago |
| Edit | Post #40669 | Initial revision | — | over 4 years ago |
| Edit | Post #40629 | Initial revision | — | over 4 years ago |
| Edit | Post #40613 | Initial revision | — | over 4 years ago |
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| Edit | Post #40596 | Initial revision | — | over 4 years ago |
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Synthetic breathable fabrics vs natural fabrics for 'live-in' hiking clothing? I'm putting together a kit list for hiking and the last time I went on a big hike I wore a breathable t-shirt, but I didn't find it that comfy and it also tended to start to smell quickly. Any tips on fabrics / garments for upper body when hiking long distance and multiple days? (more) |
— | over 8 years ago |
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Are there any affordable night vision goggles that are good and available to civilians? I quite often go hiking in the evening after work and I have a good head torch but sometimes I wish I had some night vision goggles because often a headtorch will scare wildlife and cause farm animals to go crazy (not so good if you are on a footpath going through a field). Ideally I would like some ... (more) |
— | over 8 years ago |
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A: Solar Power While Backpacking Having done tonnes of research in this area, I settled for products from a company called Portapow. They do an 11w panel which I combined with their 6000mah solar battery and a AA/ AAA battery charger. With this set up I can charge my phone from either the solar panel, battery pack or solar battery. ... (more) |
— | over 9 years ago |
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Staying warm in a lightweight sleeping bag I've got a winter sleeping bag rated down to -40c but its heavy and it won't get that cold where I am going. The coldest it will be is +5 to -5. I've another lightweight sleeping bag rated 5 degrees comfort and it weighs very little. I would rather take this bag and know how to get warmer if needs ... (more) |
— | over 9 years ago |
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What glue will stick ripstop polymide / nylon fabric together - e.g. patch on hole? I've got a tent with a hole in it. I've bought some ripstop waterproof nylon fabric. What glue will stick it on? (more) |
— | almost 10 years ago |
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Why did my new sleeping bag come with 2 bags - one large and one stuff sack? I just bought a new sleeping bag online and it came in a large draw cord bag and there was also a small stuff sack in the package. What is the point of the large draw cord bag? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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How do I fold in / tidy up the straps on my rucksack? I bought a new rucksack. However, how can I tidy up and hide away the myriad straps so they don't flap about and get caught in things? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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What material is the wick under the burner on a multi-fuel stove? I've got an optimus nova stove and there is a round 'wick' under the burner that gets fuel on it when you start the stove. What is this material? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Pros and cons of Tent vs bivvy bag Tent vs bivvy bag - different camping experience, protection from the elements, comfort and weight? What are the pros and cons of both? Is it even a valid comparison - e.g. is it viable to rely on multi-day camping if you only have a bivvy bag or on the contrary does it make it easier to find somewhe... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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A: How can I keep my iPhone going on a multiday hike? Have a look at these solar charger options. Solar charger solio, power traveller, brown dog, snow lizard, Bushnell Bear Grylls SolarWrap Freeloader pro / freeloader, links http://www.instructables.com/id/DYI-iPhone-5-Solar-Charger-with-CAD/ http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Solar-Charger-Reviews In the... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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What free/open source maps can I put on my Garmin etrex vista HCX for walking in southern spain? Are there any maps available that would be useful for walking off-road in southern spain that I can use with my Garmin etrex vista HCX? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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What is the difference in terms of application of a rucksack with greater than 50L capacity? I am looking to buy a rucksack. I want to move quickly and pack minimally on a week-10 day long trip so I"m tempted by packs around the 45-55L range. However, I want to get a pack that is also versatile and there will be times in the future where I will want to go for longer trips. Packs are expensiv... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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What kind of features should I look for on a good trekking backpack? I'm in the market for a backpack for fast paced multi-day hiking (away from food up to 1 week). I've tried some of the really big backpacks (65L) and found the padding bulky. I've tried some good ones around the 45-55L mark but I'm concerned about having space. There seems to be a cut off point where... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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Food nutrition for week long hike I'm going on a week long hike in Southern Spain. I envisage myself being away from civilisation max 3 days. What kind of food should I take at any one time? There are infrequent farm houses and outbuildings. A friend recommended dates, nuts, sultanas, carrot, cucumber, olives, salt, pepper for food? ... (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |