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Shelters: You're Not Without Options
There's a recent article on here (URL: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/solo_plus_tent_sotmr.html)that compares the one-plus sized shelters available. I think you'...

In GEAR » Really need some shelter help.
October 10, 12:02pm

Re: thanks for the tips
You bought the short. It's short. I had the same problem. Plan in putting your head on the pad and not off and you'll be fine. That's the downside and maybe it makes more sense to buy a...

In GEAR » Getting used to Xtherm SHORT (any tips?)
October 10, 1:52am

Thanks for the update
Can't wait for the article. I too appreciate the modern, informative and useful websites of a few manufacturers who share everything we need to know as consumers without relying on Q&A via...

In GEAR » 2-Person Shelters TSW - Looking for feedback for my next in-depth article!
October 10, 12:21am

Mark and Olly anyone?
Oliver Steeds (explorer and journalist) and Mark (Somebody?), a british ex-commando / explorer, did a great series titled "Living with the [insert tribe] the adventures of Mark and Ollie"...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Who watches survival shows? (NOT "Suvivor")
October 09, 7:38pm

A hat for every head
Too many options. For me, I like a fairly wide brim. I think the fishing/bucket style hat is perfect. It's a little hard to find i Nylon, but Cabella's has a great Goretex model for $19....

In GEAR » Best backpacking hat?
October 09, 3:47pm

For the money, Zpacks Zero
Small size Zero with a 3-4 inch higher collar (same size as blast 22) add a mesh front pocket and water bottle pockets, and you've got a great and light pack (4-7 oz. depending on the options) ...

In GEAR » 3 Day Pack recmmendations
October 09, 3:34pm

10/19-10/21?
If so, I think I am in. May have to come up Saturday, but definitely in. As to the conundrum, I think Dan is right. I have gradually moved back to the duomid selection. Off topic a bit, but Ken, ho...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Which Mid Solo or Duo?
October 07, 7:36pm

Location is everything
True. But these guys can write the whole trip off as a business expense. I would think a good opportunity to demo and sell products too. That said, I did leave out Stephen at Suluk thinking Canada ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Who would you invite?
October 07, 7:28pm

Who to invite
What about some younger bizzes? They may be enthusiastic at the opportunity to show off new offerings and pick up a little extra exposure. We have a few BPL-frequenting gear sellers including, John...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Who would you invite?
October 07, 5:45pm

Re: MLD Duomid or Trailstar
Thanks, Jason. I've got a lot to work with thanks to the generous collective here on BPL. Will let you know what I decide. In 7 or 8 weeks it'll be mine all mine.

In GEAR » MLD Duomid or Trailstar
October 05, 3:48pm

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