Activity for Dynat‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: As of 2019, why do mountaineering courses still teach how to use a paper map? The reason is that it is irrelevant if the map is on an electronic device or on paper - if you misinterpret the information, it won't help you in any way, you will only be lost/stuck more accurately. Similarly, in engineering you first learn technical drawing, even though everything on the job will b... (more)	—	almost 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Require advice on power conservation for backpacking trip It all depends on how (and how much) you use those devices. Personally, I can say more about DSLRs than phones, and with 2 different DSLRs on 5 tours (of 2-3 weeks) there was never an identical usage so far. The "official" number of photos you can take with one battery can be exceeded by limiting ev... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Reusing disposable water bottles vs. buying dedicated bottles So far, I've always used PET bottles, and they never failed during a hike. Replaced them after each tour for hygienical reasons, but that's it. The primary reason I prefer them over my Nalgenes is the weight. For the weight of one 1L Nalgene, I could fit 7,5L into 5 single-use ice tea PET bottles (t... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: What could possibly go wrong in Sarek? As background, I've hiked the Kungsleden in 2014 (my second hike, and first self-organized), as well as both marked trails and cross country in Norway and Iceland. To add to the risks already mentioned: Do not underestimate the general, less obvious hazards in tough terrain. For example, both in Ice... (more)	—	over 6 years ago