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    Majortrauma

    Scaring Bears

    Thread Starter: Majortrauma

    This is a lot more expensive than Bear spray (approx $200.00) but I think this would be an exceptionally effective way to scare away bears that may have

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    zelph

    Original ZELPH Fancee Feest Alcohol Stove

    Thread Starter: zelph

    Weighs 24 grams, 2-1/2 inches in diameter, 2-1/4 inches tallFuel capacity is 2.5 ouncesIn ideal conditions, boils 2 cups of water in 6 min using 1/2 ounce

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    futureatwalker

    How will Covid-19 affect hiking in 2021?

    Thread Starter: futureatwalker

    The nights are drawing in, and it is time to think about next year....

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    vsiddhartha

    Traction Devices Needed for Roan in Winter?

    Thread Starter: vsiddhartha

    Though I've hiked the Roan Highlands twice in the fall, I am planning my first winter trip (from Carver's Gap to 19E) for this February. I imagine it

    Last Post By: vsiddhartha Today, 19:29 Go to last post
    Bubblehead

    Camp shoes?

    Thread Starter: Bubblehead

    For LASH, camp shoes or no camp shoes? Trying to decrease my base weight. Is leaving camp shoes out worth the decreased weight? My camp shoes are 9 oz....

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    bert304

    Z-Packs Arc Air Pack?

    Thread Starter: bert304

    I currently use an Osprey Kestrel 48 liter. My question is, Is the Z-Packs Arc Air pack worth the cost. I am a weekender and vacation hiker. The weight

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