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Re: FireLite pots not available
Denis, If you can manage a mug with handles, Brasslite has stock. I was going to recommend the 600 I bought some time back, but now I see they have a 550 and a 700. http://www.brasslite.com/Order...

In Community Support Forum » FireLite pots not available
September 28, 10:22pm
Re: re:ultralight sickness question
Esbit needs a few seconds of flame before it will actually light. The Firesteel shown only makes a spark. You can use the spark to ignite something else that can provide a flame for short time. My ...

In GEAR » ULTRALITE SICKNESS
September 28, 10:11am
Re: Fuel Availability (Africa, Middle East)
Since Islam forbids alcohol, I think you may have a tough time finding it in that part of the world. My two cents is only speculation. You'd get better details from someone who is or has been t...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Fuel Availability (Africa, Middle East)
September 28, 7:01am
Re: milk
How do you do it in a thermos? I've never made it, but I thought it was something that involved a long time in high heat, such as in an oven.

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Best powdered milk?
September 28, 6:54am
Re: BV350
due to a late night and an early morning, I'm just now getting these online. Better late than never! Size appears to be the same as the current BV450. Also, buyer for the Catalyst backed out, ...

In Gear Swap » FS: Stuff
September 27, 6:13pm
Re: Best powdered milk?
Denis, No need to guard your stash of packets. Just find yourself a bovine hiking companion. Who knew granola for breakfast could be so good? Get milk straight from the tap! Chris

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Best powdered milk?
September 27, 5:29pm
Re: BV350
http://www.bearvault.com/bearvault_details.php The website above shows it still has SIBBG/IGBC approval. As far as I know, this is the same size as the current BV450. I just bought this a few mon...

In Gear Swap » FS: Stuff
September 26, 2:03pm
Re: Fall Clothing for the Southeast
Stephen, Beating the cold is all about layering. Add a layer to warm up. Remove a layer to cool off. Thinner layers keep it more flexible. I've picked up some polartec, capilene and merino w...

In GEAR » Fall Clothing for the Southeast
September 26, 1:38pm
Re: Trip Report - Fly Fishing RMNP's Glacier Gorge Area - Sept. 2008
Great photos! Yet another reason I need to get out of the southeast for a vacation someday.

In Post-Trip Reports » Trip Report - Fly Fishing RMNP's Glacier Gorge Area - Sept. 2008
September 26, 5:38am
Re: FYI, Size XL is too big for an L guy
If you're gearing up for a trip, why not look at alternate manufacturers? BPL/BMW Cocoon gear is both warm and light. My Patagonia Micropuff pants/top feel warmer than the Cocoon combo, but the...

In Gear Swap » WTB: Montbell Thermawrap Pants - Men's Large
September 25, 5:43am

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