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Canister Stove Stands
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Stabilize Your Canister Stove. Published April 3, 2005. Last update: April 7, 2005. Submit or read comments about this article here. Go straight to the Super Legs build instructions here. Note that many of the photos contained within this article are linked to larger versions that can be accessed by clicking on the red . In the caption area (or on the photos themselves). Most backpacking stoves currently designed for butane/propane (and/or iso-butane) fuel mixtures use one of four canister types:. Are no...
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Super Cat Stand #1
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Build a Stand for your. Super Cat Alcohol Stove. Originally published April 3, 2005. Last update November 7, 2008. Printable PDF version available here (120kb). Submit or read comments about this article here. The Super Cat alcohol stove. Has generated a lot of interest since its plans were released into the public domain in late January, 2005. Much of the appeal, I think, comes from the fact that the stove is so simple and yet works so well. The stand discussed here takes an hour or two to build and is ...
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A Gear List Super Model
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Get a Handle on Pack Weight. A Gear List Super Model. Published December 4, 2005. Submit or read comments about this model here. This free download is a backpacking gear list spreadsheet template that includes enhanced reporting capabilities. It will run either under Microsoft Excel or the Calc module of Open Office. Some backpackers currently use mini-software applications such as Chris Ibbeson's handy Backpacking Gear Weight Calculator. To maintain gear lists. The key advantage of such utilities is...
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Deep-Cycle Breathing
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Hill Climbing Made Easier. Published April 22, 2005. Last update: April 23, 2005. Submit or read comments about this article here. The subject line of the message was Uphills still kill me! My reply to siouxdog, which includes a couple of other climbing tips, went about as follows (I've made a few edits for the purposes of this article):. 5 And one final safety note: I'd strongly suggest that you NEVER eat or chew gum when hill climbing. Having food or gum in the mouth, along with all the air you're ...
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Super Legs Build Instructions
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Stabilize Your Canister Stove. Build a Set of Super Legs. Published April 3, 2005. Last update: April 7, 2005. Submit or read comments about this article here. In a recent article. I reviewed three ways to improve the otherwise poor stability of most top-mounted canister stoves (and lanterns). By far the best method I found was the do-it-yourself option, which I call Super Legs. In the caption area (or on the photos themselves). 1 Two ordinary spring-type hardwood clothes pins. The exact length doesn...
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Backpacking and Weight Loss
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Shed Extra Pounds Quickly and Safely. Backpacking and Weight Loss. Published April 14, 2005. Last update: April 23, 2005. Submit or read comments about this article here. That many of those who are serious students of the pursuit enjoy fitness levels that are comparable to top athletes in other disciplines. Nonetheless, my own observations confirm that there are still plenty of overweight backpackers wandering the trails. How are Backpacking Calorie Needs Determined? Refers to the energy produced by the ...
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Interative Trail Maps
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Satellite views of your outdoor adventures. Published September 9, 2007. September 11, 2007. Submit or read comments about this article here. These sample online maps were constructed using primarily the free GPS Visualizer. Services*. Once opened, the base map can be changed from the default Google hybrid option (street map satellite image) to other options (including USGS topo maps) using the drop-down menu. Track and waypoint files. Bull Run Occoquan Trail. Fairfax Cross County Trail.
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Three Mods For Your Mug
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A Trio of Easy Enhancements. Three Mods For Your Mug. Published August 4, 2008. Last update: August 4, 2008. Printable PDF version available here (1.4mb). Submit or read comments about this article here. This article discusses three do-it-yourself enhancements that can help you reduce pack weight and improve the utility of your backpacking kitchen gear. You can use the links below to skip directly each section. Mod #1 - The Drink Ring. Mod #2 - The Insulated Lid. Mod #3 - The Pot Cozy. Snow Peak 600 .
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Add a Flip Diffuser to Your EOS Headlamp
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Improve Your In-Camp Lighting. To Your EOS Headlamp. Published December 19, 2005. Printable PDF version available here (640KB). Submit or read comments about this article here. This diffuser can work equally well with other products, but of the recently released headlamps that are popular with backpackers, the EOS probably needs it the most. Both Flood and Spot Capabilities. A few headlamps incorporate both flood and spot capabilities into their designs. To read more about some of these lamps,. Likewise,...
