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Steve.... I have used cannister stoves for groups of 4 with no problem. I would suggest a cookpot in the 1.5 to 2 liter range for most needs.If you are budget minded aluminum is cheaper than titanium, but ei... |
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Just a few suggestions Steve, welcome aboard. It's great that you are trying to get your kids outdoors, and you'll find a great resource here to help give some suggestions. The 1st thing I would suggest to yo... |
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Re:ExOfficio Air Strip Lite Shirt I bought 3 of these shirts over the past 4+ years and use them quite a bit for 3 season backpacking. I haven't tried other similar shirts only b/c I have no gripes with the ASL, and usually s... |
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Couple of STS pics Just got my camera back, so until I can get a trip report together here's a couple of pics from the STS. A motley crew (not THE motley crew): My buddy Dean enjoying Hammersley Pool: |
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RE: www.TMOUTDOORS.webs.com Tim, Congrads on the new site/venture. I'm sure you'll be a sucess! George |
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Thanks Jeff! Jeff, thanks for the great tip. The STS and Hammersley Wilds turned out to be just the trip to introduce my friends to backpacking. As soon as I get a chance I'll post a trip report. |
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Nalgene Canteen The Nalgene Canteen has a wide mouth screw on lid, is watertight, and can handle boiling water. |
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Re:Re:Swimming Holes If I'm far enough out that they don't bother building bridges, I smile at every stream crossing. |
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Stream Crossings Alright guys, you got me sold. OLP might wind up being one of my next hikes. I love stream crossings. Here's one crossing Big Wilson stream in the 100 Mile wilderness: |
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Re:Old Loger Path Kevin, Thanks for the tip. We're going to hit the STS this weekend, but will definitely keep the OLP in mind! I've hiked the AT, Catskills, Dacks and yet live so close to PA and never ta... |
All Reader Reviews by george carr
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Mountain House Precooked Scrambled Eggs with Bacon When I decide to pack a hot breakfast I usually either pick up the MH eggs with bacon or ham and peppers. As one reviewer suggested, pour out the water before consuming. I usually prepare this dish as... |
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Mountain House Lasagna with Meat Sauce When I grab a freeze dried dinner for an overnighter, the MH lasagna is my number one choice. I liked it when I started in '88 and still like it today. |
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Lightweight Backpacking 101 Ryan Jordan, Alan Dixon + (2001) When I 1st joined BL.com this was the article that convinced me sub 5 was possible. I think that on the home page there should be a link that says read this first. While the original might use some up... |
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The Ultralight Backpacker by Ryel Kestenbaum At the time of this books publishing UL backpacking was still relatively new to the general backpacking public, so as the saying goes "you can fool some of the people some of the time...". T... |
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Tarptent Squall I purchased my Tarptent Squall in 2004 and now consider it my main shelter when I am carrying a tent. Henry Shires was a pleasure to deal with and very helpful. The squall has served me well from my b... |
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Powerbar Energy Gel Caffinated Gels I discovered energy gels a few years ago and decided to try the Powerbar brand on an AT hike in 2004. If you've never tried a carbohydrate gel or don't typically take in caffeine all I can say... |
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Montbell Thermawrap Vest I've owned the Montbell Thermawrap UL Vest for 3 seasons now, and like many folks I puchased it to save weight. I originally carried a fleece vest that had trustily served me for many years, so I ... |
