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  1. Thread: Stove

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    Something tells me you'll see a massive amount of...

    Something tells me you'll see a massive amount of suggestions/recommendations. We all have our favorites, and can all make serious cases.

    My own $0.02: spend a little time thinking about what...
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    Another +1 on "concentrate on the big 3 first." I...

    Another +1 on "concentrate on the big 3 first." I think that's the most efficient strategy. Just remember, it's not all about the numbers (ounces/grams), it's also about the comfort/usefulness. Make...
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    I tried mealworms last week-- really bland taste,...

    I tried mealworms last week-- really bland taste, IMO.
  4. My thoughts exactly. There are so many ways to...

    My thoughts exactly. There are so many ways to cut base pack weight-- witness the "SUL" (sub-ultra-light) folks with their <5 lb base weights. If you're willing and able to sacrifice your comfort,...
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    This might open a can o' worms, or might make me...

    This might open a can o' worms, or might make me into a serious rube, but when I'm hiking on an established, well-marked trail, I see no reason to carry a compass. I've never been to the High Sierra,...
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    +1 on those points-- always good for us to...

    +1 on those points-- always good for us to remember.
  7. This last exchange hits close to something I've...

    This last exchange hits close to something I've always known about UL. Like BigCranky said, it's a system. It's something of a plan of action, too. The goal is to cut your base weight down as low as...
  8. Backpackinglight.com has a very well-used Gear...

    Backpackinglight.com has a very well-used Gear Swap forum, and I've made use of it both as a buyer and as a seller. When selling, I've always been less interested in getting a return-on-investment...
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    +1 on that, but I too carry one. I'm just...

    +1 on that, but I too carry one. I'm just paranoid about my tent getting ripped/torn/soaked, and I appreciate not having to sweep off a massive amount of needles, dry leaves, etc.
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    Indeed-- "hike your own hike," as they say. When...

    Indeed-- "hike your own hike," as they say. When looking into others' gear lists, I always try to remember that. A lot of people use gear lists to help them learn more about their choices. If you see...
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    You're off to a fair start, I'd say. You can...

    You're off to a fair start, I'd say. You can learn a lot from scanning down other, similar posts on this thread-- many people, many ideas, many suggestions for gear lists.

    Here's a well-planned,...
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    Two-- my tent makes use of them.

    Two-- my tent makes use of them.
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    I've used a Jam for the past five years, and it's...

    I've used a Jam for the past five years, and it's served me very well. The size L fits my torso well (21"), and my back has always been able to "breathe." The hip belt has always seemed a little too...
  14. Never... :D

    Never... :D
  15. I had that problem myself. Using a SnowPeak 600...

    I had that problem myself. Using a SnowPeak 600 mug for my pot helps. Plus, keeping the pot in the bear bag, literally in the middle of several food sacks, and (literally) cramming my pack full of...
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    Now there's a metaphor I'll remember! :) ...

    Now there's a metaphor I'll remember! :)

    Seriously now. I've used the Jam for years, and it's always fit my needs well. My "first day out" load is usually 22-24 lbs., and the pack has held it...
  17. +1 on jsbikehike's system-- that's exactly how...

    +1 on jsbikehike's system-- that's exactly how I've been packing my GigaPower/canister combo, and it works perfectly.
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    +1 on that. This looks similar to a project my...

    +1 on that. This looks similar to a project my troop used to do when I was a Boy Scout. Of course, we used empty Folger's cans... but our Scoutmaster's coffee-a-holic nature provided us with many...
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    Another call for "neither." Venchka and I share...

    Another call for "neither." Venchka and I share the same thoughts-- go with the versatile combination of a down vest and a shell. I'll add that the shell could perhaps even be waterproof/breathable...
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    If you're planning to carry 35-40 lbs, then I'd...

    If you're planning to carry 35-40 lbs, then I'd say you should avoid the frameless packs. GoLite's Quest series might work well for you.
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    I'll scope it out. Thanx.

    I'll scope it out. Thanx.
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    No to the "suspension upgrade." The idea of...

    No to the "suspension upgrade." The idea of cutting a foam pad to fit sounds worthy of an experiment. How rigid is the corrugated plastic? How would it compare to, say, Reflectix?
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    Noted. I think the idea of an inflatable back pad...

    Noted. I think the idea of an inflatable back pad seems off.
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    Frame for a MLD Exodus?

    I'll be using a MLD Exodus this year, and am trying to figure out what kind of frame/back support I could use. Ideas?

    Before you quickly answer "CCF sleeping pad," note that I use a Thermarest...
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    EnLIGHTened Equipment:...

    EnLIGHTened Equipment: http://www.enlightenedequipment.com/ . Stellar quality, great prices.
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