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Answer A: Canvas vs Nylon Tent for Car Camping
Is camping to you about the campsite or the outdoor activities? You've addressed the significant points, but I think the issue can be reduced to two factors: Time required to set up and take down Physical size Canvas will generally lose both due to the added bulk. So why use a canvas tent? As an...
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about 10 years ago
Answer A: Is there any upper temperature limit for a given sleeping bag?
There is an Upper Limit and Here's Why There are in fact times when a sleeping bag can be too warm. Although leaving the bag unzipped allows heat to radiate away from your body upwards, the insulation between you and the ground significantly reduces the amount of heat that your body can dissipate. H...
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about 10 years ago
Answer A: How do you fashion a spear with a fixed blade
Survival Spears Unless you plan to defend yourself from trees, I would focus more on the proper use of a spear fashioned from a knife. The factors that must be considered are: (1) solidly attaching the knife and (2) how to use a spear without breaking the tip. Attaching the Blade One of the best...
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about 10 years ago
Answer A: Large Tents and Traditional Campsites
Large tents are generally not an issue in campgrounds, although finding a large enough flat piece of ground may be. The more likely problem you'll face is maximum stay restrictions. Be sure that you check the requirements before making your decision, because having to move your camp every couple of w...
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about 10 years ago
Answer A: Dealing with very cold climate (clothing)
The key to cold weather clothing is viewing it as a system. The base layer of the system wicks moisture from the body and provides a small amount of insulation. The middle layer(s) of the system provide warmth and wind protection. The outer layer provides protection from the elements. That being sai...
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over 10 years ago
Answer A: What purpose does a mesh liner serve in outdoors clothing?
The liner acts as a climate control mechanism for your body through a reduction of moisture and an increase in circulation. The synthetic fiber content acts as a wick to pull the moisture away from your skin, while the mesh composition acts as a suspension system that increases airflow by maintaining...
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over 10 years ago