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    After months on the trail, Pop tarts were no...

    After months on the trail, Pop tarts were no longer a part of my mornings, but a store in NY sold a special edition of pumpkin flavor . . . . thought I was in heaven.
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    I had the same issues the past 2 days, but not...

    I had the same issues the past 2 days, but not this morning.
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    Deadeye's suggestion of placing the canister in...

    Deadeye's suggestion of placing the canister in the pot upside down made a lot of sense to me, but the 0.85L MSR Titan Kettle pot simply isn't spacious enough to hold an upside down small...
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    Outdoorgearlab.com made this quote about the Soto...

    Outdoorgearlab.com made this quote about the Soto Windmaster: "The WindMaster has respectable boil times. With no wind, it boiled a liter of water in 4 minutes. In front of a fan blowing 2-4 mph, it...
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    Care Cannister Stove of Trail

    I'm relatively new to cannister stoves and have a question about storage on the trail.

    After each use, I make a point of wiping excess liquid out of the pot before placing the fuel cannister...
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    Great idea. I plan to use it. I carry vital...

    Great idea. I plan to use it.

    I carry vital info such as drivers license, insurance cards, cash, & cheat sheet of contact info in a money belt under my hiking shirt. A small amount of cash is also...
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    Appreciate the elegance of this app. The design...

    Appreciate the elegance of this app. The design really shines, especially when viewed on a desktop computer, and the amount of detail is impressive. Would be excellent for planning purposes.
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    It was really difficult being away from my spouse...

    It was really difficult being away from my spouse when I first started hiking. When hiking, remember asking myself "what is my family doing now?" or "does she have any idea I'm getting hammered in...
  9. Thread: Power Banks

    by Recalc
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    Gave up on the idea of "trickle charging" lower...

    Gave up on the idea of "trickle charging" lower power devices such as inReach and NU25 headlamps. A support person told me the inReach is not a candidate for trickle charge and to use the standard...
  10. Enjoyed your video. The waterfalls & geology...

    Enjoyed your video. The waterfalls & geology looked worth the walk.

    Was a headlamp required in the Cuevas de la Garita cave?
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    Stoves with piezo igniter storage

    Is it ok to store a stove (e.g. Soto Windmaster) with a piezo igniter inside of a pot containing the fuel cannister? Are these igniters sensitive to moisture? I am relatively new cannister stove...
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    Well stated Traveler‼️

    Well stated Traveler‼️
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    Illabelle, your experience is humbling. One day...

    Illabelle, your experience is humbling. One day things are fine and now you have 3 fractures. Makes me appreciative of today.

    Hope your recovery is speedy.
  14. Thread: Ankle braces

    by Recalc
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    Strong believer in this exercise because balance...

    Strong believer in this exercise because balance issues started showing up as I aged. Using different leg movements while standing one one foot has strengthened my ankles and improved my balance. Who...
  15. Appreciate the time & effort Rick & moderators...

    Appreciate the time & effort Rick & moderators have put into this website. Numerous posters over the years have produced a wealth of information I continue to be thankful for.
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    Gambit, thank you for your involvement in this...

    Gambit, thank you for your involvement in this project.

    I used Cal Topo data a few years ago when hiking the Trace. Far Out would have been more up to date and an overall better trail experience.
  17. Thread: Seasons?

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    Ozark Highland Trail is one of my favorites with...

    Ozark Highland Trail is one of my favorites with a split personality.

    Spring is a nice time to hike just before leaf out. Water is abundant making carries minimal. Sometimes there can be too much...
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    When hiking from town to town, my food rotation...

    When hiking from town to town, my food rotation is standard Knorr Sides, Instant Mashed Potatoes, Ramen (with veggies,cashews or peanuts if available) & Dressing etc . . . .

    Every now & then,...
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    Great all around report. Do your pit vipers no...

    Great all around report. Do your pit vipers no longer get names?
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    Soto Windmaster Stove w/ Tri Support, Titan...

    Soto Windmaster Stove w/ Tri Support, Titan Kettle Pot 0.85 Liter, & MSR Folding Spoon.

    Follows 7 years of alcohol stove usage. Want to do something different.
  21. Thread: Base weight

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    Trekking poles and clothes you are wearing are...

    Trekking poles and clothes you are wearing are not a part of base weight.
  22. Thread: Garmin Anyone?

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    I check-in before going to sleep once a day only...

    I check-in before going to sleep once a day only via text messaging. When mobile connectivity is absent, one of three messages goes out:


    Making camp here. No phone service. Unable to receive or...
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    The posted accident description is humbling....

    The posted accident description is humbling. There's a part of me that believes experienced & well informed hikers like you are immune to such mishaps. Glad your response led to a good outcome. Hope...
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    Is line tangling ever an issue?

    Is line tangling ever an issue?
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    Agree. My tent & hammock tarp are guylined with...

    Agree. My tent & hammock tarp are guylined with the Blake's Hitch. Still use Alpine Butterfly knot on occasion but not here.

    Appreciate your creativity & ability to think outside the box.
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