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nate fisher posted:My only complaint about Osprey is they screwed up the last Exos redesign. They took my favorite pack and ruined it by downgrading the shoulder straps and the hip belt. I currently use Granite Gear and HMG packs, but Osprey can win me back with a new Exos. I think a lot of people are upset about this, so maybe they'll switch it back. I have the new design and don't miss the extra pockets. I do wish the hip belt was more substantial.
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Math You posted:I have an Outdoor Research Sombriolet. It makes regular Tilley hats look downright fashionable but it's made with much cooler material, is proper ventilated and has an elongated brim on the back which ensures your neck will never get burned. I am a birder and can confirm that the Sombriolet is perfect. It's dad-hat as gently caress, but I never have to gently caress with sunscreen or sunglasses. I own two of them and I went to the Outdoor Research Outlet and would've bought a third if they'd had a decent color in my size. I ended up getting a Helium rain hat which is similar and also great so far.
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I don’t know if I’m making sense. My allergies are going nuts today and I’m a bit fried from it. Edit: I just read over the tent tips section and I think what I’m talking about is the “pole-repair tube.” Edit2: while I’m asking questions about the tent, I have another: on the front of the bag for the tent, there’s two pouches accessed by a vertical zipper. The lower pouch stores the stakes. The upper pouch was empty. Is the upper pouch for storing the footprint? Seems about the right size, though would be fairly snug. Dick Burglar fucked around with this message at 21:43 on Oct 3, 2021 |
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Dick Burglar posted:
Yeah it’s to store the add on footprint, garage, etc.
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Winter camping season cant get here soon enough! Just got my seal skin gloves from my friend in Shishmaref:  Ought to keep my hands warm down to -20F or so.
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When I was walking an hour a day in minus 40° temps I started with a high-altitude mountaineering glove but later switched to a mid-weight fleece glove and keeping my hands in my coat pockets. The latter gave me all the dexterity I needed for short periods and otherwise kept my hands consistently warmer than the former.
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re: hiking pants I just bought a pair of Patagonia Quandarys because it had good reviews on Outdoor Gear Lab. I previously went through a pair of OR Ferrosis (my favorite - they lasted about a year and a half), REI Saharas and North Face which I can't remember the name of seems like whatever I buy, ends up tearing (I'm more on the rough mountaineering/climbing spectrum) which is too bad, but the lightweight feel is worth it I guess.
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I ended up getting a mystery ranch scree 32 to replace my CamelBak day bag. It holds all my stuff from my old bag and has enough room left over for a decent sized lunch cooler. re pants: I have a Columbia pair of pants that I like a lot. They're pretty thin and light and I always end up choosing them over the heavier more durable feeling pairs I have. I got a few decent thicker pairs at Costco if I want something tougher feeling but I rarely wear them since the lighter ones are just more convenient to pack.
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PokeJoe posted:I ended up getting a mystery ranch scree 32 to replace my CamelBak day bag. It holds all my stuff from my old bag and has enough room left over for a decent sized lunch cooler. This is very weird, since I also just got a Scree 32. Which is also replacing my aging Camelback Fourteener. I wanted something with a little more structure, due to an old shoulder injury giving me pain on longer hikes. 32 liters feels like overkill, but honestly it's super comfortable and convenient. Also we have a kid on the way, so bigger pack sizes will be useful anyway. The numerous loops and hooks on the outside should make it better as a snowshoeing bag, too. To be honest, I've also just wanted a Mystery Ranch bag for a while. I have some super old OG Dana Designs backpacks, but they don't really fit me now.
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Lol. Did you get the orange one? My only complaint so far is that the adjustment straps are exceedingly long. I'm wrapping them up with a little Velcro to shorten them. I agree that its a bit big for a day bag but my old bag was packed to the gills and it was annoying when I wanted to buy something or put some mushrooms in it or whatever. It's pretty much a small backpacking bag, I'll probably use it for lighter overnights if I don't need the bigger bag.
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No, I went with blue. I wanted the tan/light brown one, but it looked a little too military cosplay for my tastes. Yeah, the straps are really long. I've been meaning to find a way to tuck them away.
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Any recommendations on a collapsible/small led lantern for backpacking that has a more soft/nautral light than standard, harsh LEDs for sitting around camp? Friends and I love the light from the propane lantern, but it's a major PITA to pack in an out, even on a 3ish mile hike.
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I don’t know about that, but the LUCI 2.0 is what I recommend to everyone looking for a backpacking lantern. I think they make a few variations thereof, all w different lights (from cool to warm, SOS beacons, candle, etc.). Check it out: https://mpowerd.com/collections/solar-lanterns
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Brother Tadger posted:I don’t know about that, but the LUCI 2.0 is what I recommend to everyone looking for a backpacking lantern. I think they make a few variations thereof, all w different lights (from cool to warm, SOS beacons, candle, etc.). Check it out: https://mpowerd.com/collections/solar-lanterns These are great. Can't speak to different colors because mine is the standard LED glow. Never bothered me though.
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That looks promising. I think something like that with a more diffused light will work just fine. Really it's the harshness of a direct LED that bothers us more so than the color.
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OK, I have not looked through the entire thread since I am a bit new to it. I know the answer is probably yes, but do I need a knife and if so, what should I get without looking like a complete psycho? At my work we have a confiscated OKC 499 that is really dull. I was thinking of just claiming it as my own for now. As with bikes, are my choices cheap, durable and light? Pick 2. Thanks. Cat Ass Trophy fucked around with this message at 00:34 on Oct 8, 2021 |
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Oct 7, 2021 18:53
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What do you need it for? I have a regular swiss army knife in my hiking bag and a larger folding single bladed knife i take camping but tbh i don't really use them all that often outside of opening stuff or cutting bits of rope or whatever.
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I think it's smart to have a small tool of some sort that you can use to pry, cut, or whatever. But it certainly doesn't have to be fancy. Unless you've got a specific use case like gutting fish or whittling, something basic, folding, and a step above dirt cheap is probably fine. I carry a little pocket knife my dad gave me ages ago. I struggle to think of the last time I used it for something other than opening a food package. But I still think it's a good idea to keep it around. I googled the knife you mentioned, and it seems like overkill. Free is free, and I'm sure it'd work, but it's more than you'll need. And, just to be clear, if you're worried about dangerous wildlife, carry bear spray (and know how to use it). Outside of grizzly country I don't bother, though.
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Cat rear end Trophy posted:AS with bikes, are my choices cheap,, durable and light? Pick 2. Pick all 3 and get a Morakniv. They're cheap and cheerful, good for cutting and prying tasks, and you can baton firewood with them if you really need. Sharpen it every now and then and it'll last until you lose it.
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Safety Dance posted:Pick all 3 and get a Morakniv. They're cheap and cheerful, good for cutting and prying tasks, and you can baton firewood with them if you really need. Sharpen it every now and then and it'll last until you lose it. second the morakniv if you plan to do any crafts or prying, for  you cant go wrong. i keep one in my car with the emergency supplies. usually though the only thing i expect to need is a sharp edge, so i just carry one of these https://www.amazon.com/Derma-safe-Folding-Utility-Survival-5-pack/dp/B0067EMCVI
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Third the morakniv! It's cheap and sharp enough to seriously main yourself if needed. It can take some abuse too. My only issue is I regularly put it in the scabbard backwards, but considering a 45 year old man can't avoid cutting himself open while slicing apples, perhaps the issue lies within.
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Morakniv are great if all you need is a very good affordable knife. If you want a very good affordable folding knife, I'd look at Opinel. They come in various sizes. For most backpacking, you don't really need a big or even normal sized knife unless you're planning on needing a knife, like if you're bushcrafting or cooking things from scratch. If you go for a Swiss Army knife, I'd aim for one with scissors and tweezers at minimum. If you're ultralight, the Swiss Army Classic SD is a keychain sized one that works well and is easy to lose. Otherwise you can get any number of combinations and amounts of tools on these things. Leatherman type multitools can be heavy. Not sure when you'd need pliers when backpacking, but who knows. If you need pliers in a tiny package, the Gerber Dime is good and small. I keep one in my bike bag.
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I have a gerber dime too, but cutting anything with it sucks rear end. The blade is just too small, you can't even take off a slice of cheese without it looking like a massacre. The small and light form factor is a big plus though if those are important it's definitely worth some mangled cheese. Also all the other tools can be handy in a pinch.
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I’ve got a leatherman squirt that’s by far my favorite hiking multi tool. When I want to mess around at camp and cover less miles I’ll bring a morakniv and make festhersticks and what not.
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xzzy posted:I have a gerber dime too, but cutting anything with it sucks rear end. The blade is just too small, you can't even take off a slice of cheese without it looking like a massacre. I wouldn't want to slice cheese with it easier, but its a good package for any field repairs or first aid needs I might encounter while bicycling.
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I carry an ancient version of what now appears to be called the Leatherman Micra, because larger scissors seem vastly more useful than pliers and also a cheap pocket knife. I've never so much thought about them when out so I'll probably leave at least one at home next time. That said, my overnight trips thus far have involved very little camp time, no cooking, etc.
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My Leatherman Skeletool feels nice in the hand and looks dang cool. Gerber dime goes in my coin pocket as an EDC 
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I have a Swiss army ranger (maybe camper) knife that's been useful at times but the tweezers while functionally useful, suck. Pack real precision tweezers in your med kit instead. Most times I just carry a small Gerber paraframe folding knife. Opens packages, cuts cheese and sausage, cuts rope, etc. I think it's important to have a blade but smaller and lighter is better. I don't see a need for anything bigger than 2-3" unless you're going full on survival bushcraft building a shelter etc.
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While some might not consider it cheap, the Benchmade Bugout and Mini Bugout is a fantastic small lightweight pocket knife option that won't make you look like Rambo.  Benchmade 533 Mini Bugout by charliebravo77, on Flickr Benchmade 533 Mini Bugout by charliebravo77, on Flickr
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As a heritage knife fuckboy I carry an Opinel or Mercator K55K depending on the occasion.
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BaseballPCHiker posted:I’ve got a leatherman squirt that’s by far my favorite hiking multi tool. Yeah the little pliers are incredibly useful.
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I carry a leatherman crater regularly, and keep a leatherman style ps in my day pack.
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Cat rear end Trophy posted:OK, I have not looked through the entire thread since I am a bit new to it. I know the answer is probably yes, but do I need a knife and if so, what should I get without looking like a complete psycho? Xth-ing the Morakniv. The one part of me that has to be prepared for every possible contingency wants the leatherman, but the part of me that gets poo poo done is cool with just the knife. Depends on whether or not you've got a need for the ability to turn screws and nuts, such as in the case of the aforementioned bikes, I guess. That's where I'd choose make that decision.
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SwissArmyDruid posted:Xth-ing the Morakniv. Thanks knife goons. I ended up getting the Morakniv Bushcraft knife. So far I have used it as a striker to build a test fire, and to cut up some Freshpet dog food for the hound. Hopefully it will be useful on the trail. I got a Companion for my wife. She just rolled her eyes and asked "Why the gently caress do I need this?" But after handling it and learning the cost was only $20 even she was impressed. Here's to hoping I don't cut my hand open messing around with it.
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If you've never cut your hand messing around with a knife then you haven't really messed with any knives.
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I got my very first knife (a small swiss army) for my 10th birthday. Literally the first thing I did, still sitting on the sofa surrounded by family telling me to be careful, was flip it open straight into my thumb. Pretty deep, and a lot of blood. It was almost exactly that A Christmas Story scene, but with a blade instead of a bb gun. I can still see the scar in my thumbprint decades later.
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incogneato posted:I got my very first knife (a small swiss army) for my 10th birthday. Literally the first thing I did, still sitting on the sofa surrounded by family telling me to be careful, was flip it open straight into my thumb. Pretty deep, and a lot of blood. Nearly the same. I was in 5th grade and got a Cub Scout blue Swiss Army knife for my 10th birthday. This was the late 70's so you could still bring a knife to school without the staff even blinking an eye. So naturally I was loving around with it in class on birthday +1 day, and cut my index finger to the bone. For a split second I felt no pain and there was no visible cut. Then the blood began to flow. All over the place. To her credit the teacher just looked at me and said "Cat rear end, just go to the school nurse and don't make a mess of things." I did not want my parents to find out about my dumbassery. A trip to the nurses office always meant a call home. So I stopped by the art supply closet and just taped the would shut with some colored electrical tape. Only within the past decade has the scar faded away. So I will remain wary about using my knew knife in a responsible manner. I also bought a compass. I don't think I can hurt myself with that.
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I definitely cut my thumb the first time my dad let me carry a knife on a hike. I was checking to make sure it was sharp, and did a good job at it too.
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Cat rear end Trophy posted:Nearly the same. I was in 5th grade and got a Cub Scout blue Swiss Army knife for my 10th birthday. This was the late 70's so you could still bring a knife to school without the staff even blinking an eye. So naturally I was loving around with it in class on birthday +1 day, and cut my index finger to the bone. For a split second I felt no pain and there was no visible cut. Then the blood began to flow. All over the place. To her credit the teacher just looked at me and said "Cat rear end, just go to the school nurse and don't make a mess of things." a compass can only hurt if it gets you lost, maybe or if you blind yourself with the mirror
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