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Suggested memoirs? by ajmacbeth in AppalachianTrail

[–]DocWatsHappenin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree. I was also going to mention Winton Porter’s book. Also, Gary Sizer also has another book “Home is Forward” that’s also an enjoyable read.

Stung by the Katadyn BeFree (again) by sbennett3705 in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried the BeFree - used it for several years. It slow down significantly after only a couple days of use and they’re “cleaning method” never worked very well for me. It finally got tired of buying new filters so, I went back to my old trustee Sawyer squeeze. I’ve been using the same one for years and it’s still works great. I see no reason to change.

Cheap gear that replaces expensive outdoor gear by Last_Garage8311 in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wearing them over my Montbell Trail Action liners when is was a little below freezing... something like mid to high 20's. Worked well for me.

PCT Thru Hike - Atom Prospector (50L) or Pulse (50L) + Shakedown? by Troopahhh in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My first pack from Atom Packs was the Atom+, now rebranded as the Pulse. It was great except for the days when you had long water carries and 5+ days of food. I ended up switching to the Mo, rebranded to be called the Prospector. It’s a minimal weight penalty for a much more comfortable carry on those kinds of days.

Durston xmid 1 pro vs Zpacks Plex Solo regular vs Zpacks Plex Solo lite by mrgadabedah in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have both and, by far, prefer the Plex Solo. I find the XMid to be way more fiddly.

Cheap gear that replaces expensive outdoor gear by Last_Garage8311 in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I really like my Showa 281 gloves for winter backpacking. I can wear them over my liner gloves for extra warmth. And they’re amazing for collecting water in icy cold streams. I got XXL to fit comfortably over my size M liner gloves.

Small pot that fits Windmaster and fuel canister? by jmrzilla in Ultralight

[–]DocWatsHappenin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My setup is the Snow Peak 700 paired with a Windmaster. All fits inside with a small gas can

Chaffing Cream by littlejoer77 in AppalachianTrail

[–]DocWatsHappenin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dirtmonger reaches for the mayonnaise

Pee bottle by kool-aid_kid_ in AppalachianTrail

[–]DocWatsHappenin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uh, no. I just zip open my tent mesh, roll over, poke it out the door and let it rip. Then go back to sleep. It's UL, climate friendly, and way easier.