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Posts by Reverend Gonzo‭

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Q&A What's the difference between white gas, propane, kerosene, and gasoline?

How do I know what type I should use when I'm planning a camping trip?

4 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the difference between single and double wall tents?

Tents are described being either single or double wall. What is the difference and when is one preferred over the other?

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I know what size ice axe I should get?

This is sourced from REI's How To Choose An Ice Axe. As Chris mentioned, the axe should barely touch the ground when standing upright and with arms at the side. A rough guide to ice axe length is:...

posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭

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Q&A What should I do if my raft capsizes?

I'm planning a whitewater rafting trip, and I'm worried what I should do if the raft flips over. Is there a standard set of procedures I should go through to get back on the raft?

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the difference between Class III, Class IV, and Class V rapids?

I'm planning a whitewater rafting trip, and I keep reading that different rapids are different classes, and sometimes the same rapid is different classes at different times of the year? What do th...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I read a topographic map?

When navigating in the backcountry, you'll usually bring a topographic map that shows the terrain so you can tell if there will be steep slopes or cliffs that might make the route difficult. A sa...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is it warmer to sleep naked in a sleeping bag?

When camping in cold weather, some people say it is actually warmer to sleep naked than to sleep with clothes on. Is that true, or is it better to leave warm clothes on while in the bag?

13 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What can I do to prevent altitude sickness?

I will be going above 15000 feet (4500 meters) on a trip next month, and I've heard people will often get altitude sickness. Is there anything I can do beforehand to prevent sickness or take while ...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A When rock climbing, what is the difference between top-roping and leading?

I'm starting to learn how to rock climb, and there seem to be two types of climbing, top-rope climbing and lead climbing. What's the difference between the two, and what would be better for a begin...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A What can I do to help relieve joint pain in fingers after climbing?

After I've been climbing for a while, my finger joints are very sore. Is there anything I can do to relieve that pain?

7 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What would be a safe ascent rate when mountaineering?

I'm training to climb large mountains. What kind of ascent should I train for at altitude. Let's say above 12000 feet and carrying up to 60 lbs?

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the best way to store my sleeping bag for long periods of time?

I've heard that storing a sleeping bag in its stuff sack for long periods of time will cause it to lose loft, and won't provide as much comfort or warmth when used again. If so, how should I store...

5 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What do I do to prevent and treat frostbite?

I'm going to be winter camping, and I'm concerned about getting frostbite. What can I do to protect myself?

5 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I wash Gore-Tex clothing?

I have a bunch of dirty hard-shell pants and jackets. Are these safe to put in the washer and dryer? If not, how should I clean them?

4 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the proper technique for self-arrest when wearing crampons?

You never want to stop yourself with the crampons because they are liable to catch, flip you over and, at best, put you in a worse situation than before and, at worst, break your legs. Instead you...

posted 11y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the difference between the different types of snowboards? (all-mountain/freestyle/freeride/etc)

The different types of snowboards are: All-mountain: Versatile snowboards that can be used on all parts of the mountain, including machine-groomed runs, backcountry, and park and pipe. Freestyle:...

posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭

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Q&A Climbing rope is rated to X UIAA falls. What is a UIAA fall?

When looking at buying climbing ropes, they are rated to a number of "UIAA falls". What does that mean?

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What exercises are recommended to build strength for hiking?

As others have mentioned, the best exercise you can get is simply hiking. To train for weight, it's recommended to fill the backpack with water or sand that can be thrown out at the top to prevent ...

posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 13y ago by System‭

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Q&A Do I need any technical skills to climb Kilimanjaro?

Ive heard that climbing Kilimanjaro doesn't require any mountaineering skills and is really just a (very difficult) hike? Is that true? Is there any gear I would need besides traditional hiking eq...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I tie a stopper knot?

A stopper knot is often used to prevent rope from unexpectedly going throu some hole, such as a belay device. How would I tie a stopper knot?

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 12y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why does my belay device have two holes?

I have a belay device that looks like: which I used when I am belaying someone who is top roping or leading. However, my rope only goes through one of those slots. What is the purpose of the oth...

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How can I prevent batteries from losing charge in cold weather?

Since batteries (for cameras, cell phones, etc) will lose charge in cold weather, what can I do to prevent loss of charge, or at least extend the battery life as long as possible?

4 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A When sailing, how do I rescue a man overboard?

If someone falls overboard from a sailboat, it is firstly imperative not to lose sight of the person since finding a man in water, especially when there's waves, can be very difficult. What techn...

5 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is it possible to rappel with only a rope? (No harness, Prusik cord, or other gear)

There may be an emergency situation where I find myself needing to lower myself but with no or damaged equipment. Assuming I only have a rope, can I lower myself to safe ground?

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I tie a bowline knot?

Bowline knots are among the most commonly used knots across many different outdoor activities. It is used to create a fixed loop at the end of a line, while still being easy to tie and untie. How...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭