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    PennyPincher

    MiniMo vs Zip

    Thread Starter: PennyPincher

    Anyone have and used both? I know the zip is 2.4 (or is it 2.6oz?) less than the 'Mo. How does fuel consumption compare? Speed of heating water? Packability

    Last Post By: Nanatuk Today, 17:50 Go to last post
    zelph

    STARLYTE alcohol stove worlds lytest almost

    Thread Starter: zelph

    The Starlyte weighs in at 16.4 grams. That is the combined weight of the burner and potstand

    Burner is made of 1 wedding favor tin

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    joec

    FS: Hennessey Ultralite hammock, Jacks R BTR underquilt and tarp

    Thread Starter: joec

    Probably been used 4 times. Asking $250 plus shipping. The tarp is not from Hennessey, but a larger tarp that attached to the trees.

    Last Post By: joec Today, 15:16 Go to last post
    Big Dawg

    Neoair Uberlite, sack weights

    Thread Starter: Big Dawg

    Hi WB! For anyone who owns the Thermarest Neoair Uberlite, what is the weight of the stuff sack and pump sack that come w/ the pad? Also, anyone who

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    RADHiker

    Navigating in winter

    Thread Starter: RADHiker

    I’ve always wanted to hike in winter, but worry about not being able to find the blazes in snow. Blizzard scenario aside, how easy is it to find the

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    Tipi Walter

    Pre-Trip Chores

    Thread Starter: Tipi Walter

    What things do you do to prepare for a backpacking trip?

    Here's my list---

    ** Pull out laces/insoles and wash off boots---dry---and

    Last Post By: NY HIKER 50 Today, 11:50 Go to last post