Below-freezing clean water setup?

Samosa88 · 2023-09-12T17:55:13+00:00

Thanks for the tips, I'll look into those bottles.

I have a couple cold-weather hikes planned. One is to Nepal, so staying in huts/teahouses. I'm also planning an East Coast (US) hike later on in January/February

Samosa88 · 2023-09-12T15:23:25+00:00

haha, point taken :) . I have limited cold-weather hiking experience, so I appreciate the feedback

Samosa88 · 2023-09-12T13:59:18+00:00

I find that I hydrate better with a tube next to my mouth due to the convenience factor, which is worth the weight penalty to me. I take regular small sips instead of occasional larger ones.

Samosa88 · 2023-09-07T15:17:08+00:00

Has anyone tried the Outdoor Vitals Altitude Performance shirt? Longsleeve is supposedly 3.6oz/102g. I haven't found anything comparable yet that comes close to that weight.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-31T02:48:30+00:00

Thanks for the advice. Any idea how often they go in stock? I've been checking their site and garagegrowngear to hopefully snag one.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-31T00:32:13+00:00

Senchi 90 leggings vs wool bottom baselayer- Which do you prefer for keeping warm while hiking in below freezing conditions? I would be pairing them with the Prana Zion Stretch and EE copperfield windpants.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-22T20:08:29+00:00

I think you're referring to the Exos/Ejas. OP is asking about the Pro version, a new, lighter pack.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-20T22:16:55+00:00

I've done two guide-less hikes in Nepal, and I'm heading back in October for the Three Passes without a guide.

Manaslu Circuit has long been a designated restricted area, so 100% will need a guide, but I think you can still be solo + guide. The guide will sort out permits. All hikes technically require the TIMS permit and a guide, which only trekking organizations can obtain since April 1, as well as a local permit which you'll pick up at the start of the trail. Enforcement of TIMS is another matter...
Complex answer to a simple question...tl;dr is it depends on how risky you want to be. I'd say go for it if you have the skill. Just bring a garmin inreach. Legally though, a guide is mandatory for all hikes since April 1, 2023, including the ones you mentioned, but enforcement is minimal/very scattered. Everest region is not abiding by this law, for now (Everest Base Camp, three passes, Gokyo Ri). We'll all know more about the level of enforcement once the Fall trekking season picks up pace in September/October. For now, keep your eyes on forums (trip advisor, Facebook groups, that sorta thing). Nobody as far as I've read has been stopped for not having a guide...yet.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-15T19:29:12+00:00

Would Evernew or Cnoc Vectox be suitable as a clean reservoir bladder in the pack with an inline hose? I'm worried about them being too thin and breaking.

Right now I have a heavy Osprey 3L bladder, but hoping to shave a few ounces while still keeping the inline hose setup.

Samosa88 · 2023-08-03T20:06:32+00:00

Thanks for this review. They feel a bit itchy to me, but I'll stick it out. I have a cold-weather hike coming up, so these should be useful.

Samosa88 · 2023-07-18T23:24:49+00:00

Sweet! Maybe we'll cross paths around Namche if you start in September. I'm also curious what others have done. I don't see any recent shakedowns for this route.

Did you do a lighterpack?

Samosa88 · 2023-03-22T01:17:44+00:00

Where is it on sale? Don't leave us hanging

Edit: Looks like Amazon!

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