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Draining blisters... On a recent trip I had two a large blisters on the outside edge of my feet just above my heel pad (below and slightly behind my ankle). It wasn't from rubbing, but (I think) from not having na... |
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Nice photos... Of all of the canyon photos I have seen, those are the first (canyon photos) that actually make me wish I was on the trip. Until now, canyon hiking did not interest me. Thanks |
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Re: Exactly! I think we can blame Ray Jardine for the UL == "farther and faster" mantra (it was all over his book). But for a thru-hike it sort of makes sense. But not all UL hikers are thru-hikers.... |
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About the food... I noticed the same thing. Other than the bars in his shoulder straps, I didn't hear any mention of food or water strategies. NOTE: Normally I can't make it thru the first minute or so... |
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Re: Lightweight Backpacking Gear for Kids (Jay Ham) I BP quite often with my kids (typically in WV or TN). I made a 3+ person tarptent like shelter (2# including guy lines and stuff sack). I have a Fox 30 for my 9yo and a simple $9 bookbag for my ... |
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Re: Re: Re:Stove Fuel/Airlines:Works for me! I've checked Esbit tablets on 2 flights in the past year without issue. Edit: Actually, one of the flights I had my entire pack (sans treking poles and tent stakes) as my carry on. |
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Re: Re: SUL and UL: Seeking Converts - The Web is still your best friend; almost everyone researches online before making a purchase, even if it's in a physical store. ===================================== I use to think this wa... |
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Re: SUL and UL: Seeking Converts I have the perception that there are a lot of pople who would do more (or start) casual backpacking- an ocassional overnight or weekend on good trails- if they did not feel they would be pack mules... |
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Re: Re: Condensation in Single-walled Shelters: Contributing Factors and Tips for Reduction >Losing 2 liters of water only from the lungs per day seems massive Good point. Your urine would be nuclear orange come morning if you lost 2L every night. |
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Re: Smartwool Boxers... I share your frustration. I have a pair of SW boxer briefs. Short of using Body Glide (which I hate to use) they have been the best anti-chafing solution I have used to date. I have used mine fo... |
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