Thanks I'll check it out I have a dusty sluckrock map that would live to unfold on the kitchen table, didn't realize that area extends toward cherokee
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Thanks I'll check it out I have a dusty sluckrock map that would live to unfold on the kitchen table, didn't realize that area extends toward cherokee
Good morning !!! Just reaching out for a little insight as to where a good camping spot may be close to Cherokee NC. Certain parameters do apply though- 6 of us are camping in two tents (and one...
I just want to thank shug for posting that pic. if one looks past the bright red bag at the center of the pic....one can gain a lot of insight into the world of shug. the hats hanging in the...
Nice Michelle! I live in Asheville and have the SAME underquilt from foam and fabric!!!! My piece is almost full length and weighs about 8oz with suspension...I love it. I'm guessing the foam and...
The all so powerful "excuse" to buy more gear!
Nice vid! Definately helpful- looks like fun up there , in a "this is crazy!" kinda way. :)
Arriving at Roan High Bluff friday late afternoon via shuttle for a leisure two nighter back down to 19E.....
Looking to put a few milesi n Friday and camp near Grassy Ridge...Is there some spots...
My son is thru hiking the at and leaving for Maine the weekend of the 16th of June. Anyone have a dbl 1.1 they would like to sell? I'm thinking this is a chance for someone to get their upgrade or...
consider me in please....nice deed
figure nine biners on the ridge (any REI or the like) keep it simple if youre knot skills are like mine. easy to pitch and move back and forth to get prefectly centered.
i second that, had a car vandalised at 19E trailhead..was about 10years ago...they tried to ram it down the hill!!
Went from BMBH to WBBB (still own)...had a byer traveler(only 12oz, but to narrow)....slept in a WB traveler....
have to say ENO DBL is my favorite sleeper...
I have it dialed in so that I can...
not sure where you are coming from or what your travel directions are....
but 26 Eastbound in NC has been closed due to a sulfuric acid spill...it's been causing lots of delays...the spill was in...
great stats on the webbing.....
It looks like I got the wrong stuff....
so......the stuff I got at REI is nylon??? dang if that is the case....
Trying to lighten my load by a few ounces....anyone ever used 3/4" webbing for tree straps?
I have 24 ft from REI climbing department, I weigh 160lbs....
thanks,
mike
A roll top cuben fiber dry bag has an enormous weight to insurance coverage ratio!
Hello braintrust....
I have in my hands my first adjustable structural ridge line.....thanks lymphocytosis....(insert plug for PIF here)
What would be the best way to attach it to the...
If you are thinking it may be a loaner one day....what are the chances that you will have two UQ's down the road as well?
It might be nice to hand a buddy a thermarest and a dbl layer hammock,...
+1 on the underquilt...my $.02 is to order sooner than later and let whomever you buy from that you have a trip planned so they can accomodate you....your timeframe may be more limited than you...
hammockgear.com
Hey #728,739, and 743!....I'm #696 !!!!!
I ordered over father's day about 4 weeks ago....up to 743 already! that's impressive..speaks volumes doesn't it...can't wait to get mine!
I bought a tube of pencils from lowes for $4.00
The tube holds at least 6 of my groundhogs in addition to my frying pan handle, a toothbrush, and utensils....keeps everything together and no risk of...
saw this today for those interested....
FS WBBB 1.1 Double layer, won't last long! on 07/11/2011 22:06:15 MDT Print View
I bought a WBBB 1.1 dbl layer from a bpl member a few weeks...
I just got the smaller dia (1/16?) from a fabric outlet near my home...a larger one should def have it....I also picked up cordlocks from them.
ooops...I thought they were .10 a piece!!! nevermind...
tensioners to twotents
thanks....that was "Deuce" atop Blackstack Cliffs on the AT- somewhere near NC/TN border I think- circa 2001
I thought that pic would work....anyway...the are the surgical tubing type, a set of 4
http://i646.photobucket.com/albums/uu189/mazz1111/PTDC0002.jpg...
Trekr- thanks for the PIF...here is what I have....
set of tarp tensioners...made with reflective cord for xtra bling at night.
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I get the thread...I just don't know how much a the item being offered is worth...my intention is to make sure what I have to offer is of a similar worth just to keep the PIF moving...IOW...I don't...
I'd love the multi -tool! would a set of DIY JRB cloned STL's be worth it?...if not I understand...
i've used tie down straps from lowes or HD ...I've used the the kind with the spring loaded push stop, not the ratchet....I weigh about 160lb fwiw
Not more than 4 hours ago...I read an article on backpackinglight about a ultra light coffee mug made with a heini barrell can and a cozy, i think to myself, i gotta try this.
fast forward a few...
I have a fear of losing stakes as well.....as for the painted ends or small string...I've still lost 'em.
I just flagged each of my stakes with about 8" inches of surveyor tape- bright orange......
gotta love the peeps at HF
I was thinking more of just a convenience thing....I personally wouldn't mind a small weight penalty of 2 ounces for a couple of biners so I would not have to bring the whole line through an eye...
Hey everyone....wondering if any has tried a version of ENO slap straps using amsteel....I have whoopies now...but don't think I could manufacture my own...but i'm confident I can tie a couple of...
I have a roll of something similar...no bubble, just a thin white layer of open cell with the silver on the back side...very light. It came in a 4 ft wide roll...Ijust cut a six foot piece and put it...
best tip ever
thanks, that's helpful....I won't be getting to the trailhead til around 5:30...so It will be close to dark if not dark...It definately helps to know what area to shoot for.
Hi everyone....I am planning a late afternoon jaunt into the shining rock wilderness tommorrow...I am planning on taking rd816 off the blue ridge mile 420 i think...I think I'll have time to put in...
are you kidding me......26hrs and not sold?.........must be a record...at $170- won't last long...good luck.
I was thinking the same thing Beep.....
Where is the time for backpacking? maybe there is something were missing? 7 days total for backpacking AFTER you get there? or 7 days including travel?
a simple in and out off the AT in HOT springs is always nice, with a dip in a hot tub at the end of the hike of course...
have a great trip either way
What is the total weight of the UQ, your best guess as far as temp rating is concerned........and £50 is about $73-74 right? how much to ship to NC, usa...
sorry for so many questions...
mike
Hey there Coldspring,
UQ looks nice...I guess my question is about baffles...are they there? and if not how does the DOWN stay put??
thanks
mike
hey Rev,
any pics and a weight for the UQ's? even a best guesstimate would help...thanks
congrats on the BB.....
I also love to sleep on my side...
I think once you nail down your sweet spot and exactly how you like your bird to hang- how high your foot end is compared to your...
The listed girth is 62" - so after I sew the ends 30" sounds about exactly right....
I'll just have to keep looking, or keep saving for a real UQ- whichever comes first!
Thanks for the input G