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huh?
I've co-taught a research methods course for the past 10 years with the Chair of my Dept. and all I can say is that your survey needs some major help. I'm surprised that your Prof let you f...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Leave No Trace Survey
March 07, 10:06am
these
These are my favorite sunglasses. They're not too pricey and they fit me perfectly. http://www.sunbeltoptic.com/sunglasses/hemingway.html

In GEAR » Sunglasses
March 07, 9:36am
Re: Who gets out more, the UL or the BC camper?
All I know is that over the years, the more I hiked and backpacked, the more my pack weight dropped and the more my gear list became more refined. And, as my pack became less bulky and heavy, the m...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Who gets out more, the UL or the BC camper?
March 01, 8:06am
Completely indispensable
Clearly, trekking poles are not "completely indispensable" when hiking with snowshoes. I like using poles, but only really to maintain control on steep ascents and descents in snowy condi...

In Philosophy & Technique » How necessary are poles with snowshoes?
February 18, 9:10am
up 'n out
When I'm going solo, I like waking up early and moving out of camp whenever the mood strikes me. For me, it's the ability to start moving that's important. In contrast, one of my hiking...

In Philosophy & Technique » morning routine
February 15, 7:41pm
boring
Call me boring, but the vast majority of the time I just pitch a lean-to with my 5x8 tarp or a do a modified lean-to that can be dropped into an A-frame. Around here, our weather seems to change qu...

In GEAR » What is your favorite pitch for a 5x8 tarp with bivy?
February 08, 11:13am
huh?
I don't get it. Could you share a sketch of the design you're proposing?

In GEAR » Framless pack design suggestions
February 07, 7:10pm
re:
I guess I just don't care for most of the "green washing" that I see from companies. Actually, I'm pretty dubious whenever a company slaps an "eco-friendly" label on the...

In GEAR » No love for Eco gear?
February 07, 10:08am
Re: Snowshoe floatation question
I think that many first time snowshoe users are surprised how far they sink into the snow. Last weekend, I was out with a "first-timer," my friend, Emily. She was borrowing a pair of my s...

In Winter Hiking » Snowshoe floatation question
February 07, 8:08am
this
I know nothing about the person selling this tent, but I noticed this earlier today. BD Firstlight for sale. Check it out. http://www.backpacker.com/cgi-bin/forums/ikonboard.cgi?act=ST;f=8321072...

In Gear Swap » WTB: Black Diamond Firstlight
February 06, 7:52pm

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