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Pen solution
Darn! When did they come out with that? Oh well, mine is 1/4" inch shorter too :) Thanks, now I know what to get when I lose mine.

In Reader Tips » Pen solution
September 12, 12:21am

Pen solution
I don't like using pencils. I have been using the Space Pen cartridge as a pen (pressurized preferment ink, writes wet, upside down, etc.) for a while, but couldn't find a cap. I'm sati...

In Reader Tips » Pen solution
September 11, 4:14pm

snowpeak canister windscreen
Just a piece of foil like usual: ...weighs about 1/2 ounce compared to the steel 2oz. snowpeak wind screen.

In Make Your Own Gear » wind screen
September 09, 9:30pm

snowpeak stove windscreen
I tried making one just like what Snowpeak offers out of flashing and it melted. There is just too much heat in that area. A titanium version might be able to stand the heat. I just use a double...

In Make Your Own Gear » wind screen
September 09, 6:33pm

cloudburst
Oh, and 4) with my big feet I sometimes kick dust in the tent as I get in or out. The Rainbow has doors on either side so I might be able to kick dust/dirt into only my side.

In The G Spot » Cloudburst 2... pros and cons...
August 21, 6:58pm

cloudburst
We have had the original cloudburst for a couple of years. It is the minimum shelter for my wife. I really like its length and roominess. We can put all our equipment (pack under our feet) and stil...

In The G Spot » Cloudburst 2... pros and cons...
August 21, 6:56pm

Ursack
That's great to hear, Tom! Thanks for letting us know. I'm sure everyone wants the Ursack to be successful for the light weight and more importantly for the bears.

In The G Spot » URSACK S29
August 12, 7:12pm

spinning rods
When I'm 80 I'm not going to pack a tub of worms and bobbers into the wilderness! That would certainly not be any fun! This thread starts: "I'm looking to bring a lightweight ro...

In The G Spot » Spinning Rod
August 12, 10:39am

Spinning Rod, or Fly Fishing
Fly fishing is way more fun. Spinning rod fishing is dragging a meat hook across the lake in an attempt to antagonize a big fish into chasing it. You just kill the most aggressive fish in the lake ...

In The G Spot » Spinning Rod
August 10, 6:48pm

Yosemite - 5 days
It's really important that you get used to the altitude before you hike, which you are doing, so good. I know it can get really cold at night in September at Tuolumne Meadows. Also, I've ha...

In Hiking Partners / Trip Announcements » Yosemite - 5 days, comments please
August 10, 6:00pm

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