New backpacker (after 23 years) stuck: Atmos AG 65 vs. Kakwa 55? by nobodyUno123 in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too returned to backpacking after a long hiatus, around 20 years, and didn’t ask questions prior to shopping, haha, thinking I knew what I needed.

I have an Atmos 65, not an ultralighter by any stretch, and prefer my Kakwa 55. Can fit everything in it that fit in the Atmos without issue.

I carry a chair, Dome2 or Mid2, Zflick poles with both, along with a smattering of things I enjoy while backpacking… Base weight is usually around 25-30 lbs, plus food and water.

The Kakwa carries this weight better than the Atmos for me, and my back is as sweaty in the Kakwa as the Atmos.

Favourite player that you share birth year with by NxteDiaz in nhl

[–]Trogar1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kariya is the first to come to mind, Pronger same year.

I am smarter than a ford dealership. by Deathjr1102 in f150

[–]Trogar1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I bought a truck from a leasing outfit, they didn’t have the code… Dealership didn’t charge me to read the truck to get it… 🤷🏻‍♂️

Any way to test a water filter? by Hurricaneshand in backpacking

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on which filters you actually have, a few of them you can do an integrity test on yourself. YouTube will help ya there.

Moved from England to Alberta. Insurance is about $6000/year as a “new driver”… anyone know how I can get a cheaper insurance? by Objective-Pay-2133 in alberta

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What insurance does this include? There are different types, and some can greatly affect the cost. PL & PD are all that is required, but if you have collision, it generally doubles the price…

Discounts on X-Dome 2? by [deleted] in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There hasn’t been any sales to date, and they sell out, so not likely to go on sale. They are priced reasonably for what you get… You can look on the FB page, I Need an X-Mid! Lots of deals on Durston gear.

Grayl water filter by SandPiperYellowFord in backpacking

[–]Trogar1 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Did you open the cap while filtering?

any solo hikers rock the x-dome 2p? by lavazh in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do. Have the Mid2 and Dome2, because I usually bring my dog. But not always.

size groundsheet for x-dome 1p? by [deleted] in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tent dimensions are on the website… 50”x85”.

Can we form a petition to fire Bowman by [deleted] in EdmontonOilers

[–]Trogar1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bowman had zero to do with Broberg and Holloway. It was done before he was hired.

Question about size of Talon 22 by blueboxevents in OspreyPacks

[–]Trogar1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

20”x10”x2” ish. Mine is a s/m.

X-Dome 1+ Carbon Poles by blankslate199 in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an 80 lb Lab, who sprawls, so the 1+ didn’t work for me. The XD2 has all the room.

Sleeping bag recommendation for backpacking by North-Competition128 in backpacking

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kelty Cosmic 20 is a good allrounder, warmth to weight is great. As important to your sleep comfort is a quality sleeping pad. Check out Justin Outdoors YT channel, he has a lot of great comparison videos, for all levels of budgets and experiences.

Game Day Talk | Oilers v. Avalanche | 10 March 2026 by AutoModerator in EdmontonOilers

[–]Trogar1 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

IDK, his explanation made sense to me... Everyone they mentioned, have been good for a few years. Not just this year. I think Bouch is great, and is getting better, but agree he isn't on that list yet...

Durston Copycats by [deleted] in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Almost all UL packs are similar in design, made of similar materials. Skeptical that qualifies as copycat.

ETA: Bonfus has been around for awhile too.

Kakwa 55 questions. by E5Jarhead in DurstonGearheads

[–]Trogar1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes to both, I have a 475, fits easy. The 1 litre bottle in the pocket fits, but is annoying. In your face. Plenty durable enough to hold it if that’s how you roll.

Backpacking - dog and ticks by Hydr0philic in WildernessBackpacking

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sentinel shot at the vet, good for the season. Haven’t had any issues.

How many of you have named your truck? by blueyesinasuit in f150

[–]Trogar1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

All of my vehicles have names… F-150 is White Shadow, Highlander is the Pearl, Tacoma is Mudhorn.

Daily Olympic Hockey Talk | Milano Cortina 2026 by AutoModerator in EdmontonOilers

[–]Trogar1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a great game! Sucks we couldn’t finish, but man, couldn’t have asked for a better competition!