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Re: great replies
I've always used down bags, even in winter. This largely depends on how adept you are at keeping it dry - I've not had any problems in that regard and should be very doable. Your comfor...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Backpacking in the snow
September 07, 4:10pm

Re: Excessive Catch?
Based on the report... looks like they had 10 fish between 2 and 3 people over the course of 9 days from several different lakes with about 100 released. While I rarely keep any trout I catch, I ...

In Fishing » Excessive Catch?
September 07, 2:00pm

Re: Necessity of Sleeping Pads?
I'd probably sleep better on a pad with just a light jacket than I would without a pad and in an appropriately rated sleeping bag. Makes a large difference.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Necessity of Sleeping Pads?
August 11, 6:02pm

Re: Shelf stable cheese
I wrap my cheese skintight/airtight with plastic wrap. This seems to keep the oil in the cheese. Works well for me.

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Shelf stable cheese
August 11, 5:59pm

Re: Hiker's death prompts $10 million in claims against Olympic National Park
Most of the stories I read suggested this guy had gone as far as to report aggressive goats on this trail numerous times.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Hiker's death prompts $10 million in claims against Olympic National Park
August 11, 3:16pm

Re: Re: Toe Banging
I would agree with this assessment. Any footwear I've used where the toes were able to touch the inside front of the shoes caused me nothing but trouble. I found with trail runners, my st...

In Philosophy & Technique » Toe Banging
August 08, 5:40pm

Re: What's your favorite cooking setup for one?
Basic Ti wing esbit stove (like the wetfire stove) - 13g/.46oz 450ml mug - 55g/1.96 oz Foil for windscreen and lid - 5g/.17oz Total weight: 73g / 2.6oz You can also turn this into an alcoho...

In GEAR » What's your favorite cooking setup for one?
August 08, 1:38pm

Re: Do you use a liner with trail running shoes? And what about sock thickness?
A pair of thin, low cut synthetic socks with a mesh-type top works very well for me. I've not found any benefit using thicker socks with trail runners. Great combo, I can even feel the wind o...

In GEAR » Do you use a liner with trail running shoes? And what about sock thickness?
August 03, 11:29am

Re: Re: Re: Sea to Summit
Yet another +1 for the sea to summit net. Fits perfect on my Tilley hat or just worn over my face sleeping out on buggy nights. Though... if I didn't have it I'd almost certainly be in ...

In GEAR » Best mosquito headnet
August 02, 10:19pm

Re: Repackaging Soap, Sunscreen, Aqua Mira, etc.
In terms of Aqua Mira quantities, it takes about 1 ml/cc of each part to treat one gallon of water. So, repackaged to the the 15cc dropper size would give you enough for almost 2 gallons per day o...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Repackaging Soap, Sunscreen, Aqua Mira, etc.
August 02, 4:16pm

All Reader Reviews by Justin Reigle

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Flyweight Designs FlytePacker
Granted, this is not the most backpacking specific product.... but, in terms of lightening your load while at the same time enjoying a bit of luxury while backpacking, this raft can't be beat for ...

In Miscellaneous Products
September 06, 10:07pm

Merrell Customer Service
Had a problem with the stock insoles in a pair of Moab Mid GTX slipping back in the shoe. Contacted Merrell and they immediately responded to inform me they shipped replacement insoles with no questi...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
May 19, 4:03pm