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Water
Everyone has their own approach, rationale, and preferences regarding water treatment. I like to use a filter when possible because it removes larger pathogens (worm eggs) which aren't affected...

In Gear Lists » Packing for the Florida swamp in winter
October 26, 1:44pm

Re: frost when air temp is above freezing
"Does anyone have a sense for the strength of this effect? i.e. theoretically how much cooler can objects be compared to the surrounding air on cool, clear nights?" It varies with humi...

In GEAR » wow, it's hard to prevent condensation under a tarp
October 26, 12:59pm

Re: New Clelland! Video
Great job, Mike! The presentation and content are both very good.

In GEAR » New Clelland! Video
October 26, 10:03am

Re: Re: Re: mid
Thanks Mike. I'm 5'9", so the clearance sounds great. I'll have to reconsider the Duomid more seriously. I really like the idea of using two poles to eliminate the center pole. I w...

In Winter Hiking » Winter Shelter Options
October 26, 9:08am

Re: mid
Mike, When pitched as low as possible, and without the inner, how much headroom do you have in the Duomid when laying down on your sleeping pad? Is the hood or foot of your winter bag anywhere c...

In Winter Hiking » Winter Shelter Options
October 26, 8:01am

Re: Guyline tripping prevention with kids?
I put a log or large stick/branch near the guyline and stake as a visual reminder. This helps, but it doesn't completely eliminate trips. Despite having 4 kids ages 2-8, I haven't had any d...

In GEAR » Guyline tripping prevention with kids?
October 24, 2:03pm

Re: Tarptent in heavy winds?
Another vote for the Scarp 2. I have one which I've only used under calm conditions (and coincidentally, in WV). I did have it setup in my more exposed backyard when winds were gusting to 30-40...

In GEAR » Tarptent in heavy winds?
October 24, 11:06am

Re: concerning signalling mirrors
a) Do you carry a reflective signalling device (either single use or multi-use) Yes, 1/2 of a small Coghlan acrylic mirror which I cut in half. It weighs 0.3 oz. I wouldn't carry it if I didn&...

In Philosophy & Technique » concerning signalling mirrors
October 24, 9:45am

Moment condensation
@Andrew: If it's raining, you'll have condensation. The wind or raindrops will likely cause it to drip on you all night. My down bag has great DWR, and it doesn't bother me. I shake it ...

In GEAR » Easy to pitch sub-2 lb tent?
October 23, 11:41pm

Moment customizations
@Christopher: I added these features to my Moment: - Using 8" Easton or Groundhogs instead of standard 6" Easton stakes - Added main pole guylines and stakes (required in any type of ...

In GEAR » Easy to pitch sub-2 lb tent?
October 23, 11:28pm

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