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Estimating distance with Hillmap
When I plan routes using NG TOPO! I always add 10% to the distance I get with their route tool. However TOPO! has been discontinued and I am planning a trip in an area where I don't have TOPO!...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Estimating distance with Hillmap
June 16, 6:46pm
re: Bob Open Training
Thanks for the input. Very informative. Interesting that none of you incorporate trail running. Maybe this summer I will start doing more hiking with lots of vert and less running. Get burned o...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Staying fit for long hikes
June 14, 1:27pm
Staying fit for long hikes
I was curious how you guys stay in shape for long backpacking trips? Personally I do a bit of trail running. For those that participate in things like the Bob Open where you might be putting in ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Staying fit for long hikes
June 14, 10:28am
Bob Marshall Wilderness mid July
My 16 year old son and I are planning on doing a trip to the Bob Marshall Wilderness next month. We are looking at July 12-19 but those dates could migrate a little. So far it is my son and I and...

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Bob Marshall Wilderness mid July
June 14, 6:43am
Neoair Question
I'm considering buying a neoair cause I have a hard time getting a good nights sleep with my zlite. The neoair seems like it would be pretty fragile. I assume I would need to put something un...

In GEAR » Neoair Question
June 05, 6:27pm
Packraft Rentals
Luke - There are some guys that rent packrafts right here in Salt Lake City. Makes it very tempting to try. David - Thanks for the input. I think I'll be ordering the kindle edition soon.

In Packrafting » Roman Dial book
June 04, 10:17pm
Roman Dial book
I am thinking about trying out packrafting. The book by Roman Dial looks like a good resource. I noticed it was published in 2008. Are the sections on gear going to be outdated?

In Packrafting » Roman Dial book
June 04, 8:18pm
Re: Re: Fires and Simplicity
+2 for doing a best "no cook" meals article.

In Editor's Roundtable » The SUL Wanderer (Video Series) - Episode 2: Food & Water
May 30, 7:26am
Tele it is
I think I have decided to upgrade my tele gear. I'm leaning towards the Black Diamond Revert with 01 bindings. I'll probably use my 15 year old Scarpa T2's until I can afford to upgra...

In Winter Hiking » Updgrade Tele gear or get Snowshoes?
January 08, 8:52am
Updgrade Tele gear or get Snowshoes?
I used to do a bit of backcountry skiing in my younger days. This winter I dug out the old gear and have gone on a couple tours. However it is time to upgrade my equipment or maybe buy some snows...

In Winter Hiking » Updgrade Tele gear or get Snowshoes?
January 07, 1:27pm

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