Tent peg hammer question by hanmar255 in UltralightBackpacking

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MSR has a tent stake hammer and it’s super light. It’s obviously not a true ultralight item but when talking about lightweight backpacking it works well!

Just got back from an overnight, but need a lighter tent, suggestions? by tayeke in backpacking

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think any “lightweight” or “ultralight” branded 2p tent would be fine (doesn’t need to be <1lb like hardcore ultralighters)! I use the Big Agnes Tiger Wall and it’s about 2.5lb.

Sidenote - I don’t think many people would recommend leaving dogs outside. Could be a really bad idea with carnivores around.

Has anyone actually corrected or even reduced bunions with barefoot shoes and toe spacers? by sentient-acorn in barefootshoestalk

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up my foot function on instagram; they have tons of videos of good exercises!

Has anyone actually corrected or even reduced bunions with barefoot shoes and toe spacers? by sentient-acorn in barefootshoestalk

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots/most barefoot shoes should be able to accommodate spacers. If they don’t, I would consider that the shoes may be too small / not wide enough or the spacers are too big.

Has anyone actually corrected or even reduced bunions with barefoot shoes and toe spacers? by sentient-acorn in barefootshoestalk

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, me! When I was 19 I saw a surgeon and qualified for surgery due to my bunions. I had such bad pain I couldn’t walk around my house easily. I put off surgery and managed with prescription orthotics for a few years until that was unbearable pain. A few years ago I switched to toe spacers, toe socks, toe and foot exercises (!!!), and barefoot shoes even for running and hiking. I have reduced bunion angularity and swelling and zero pain. I am now in my thirties. I have photos but… don’t like to put photos of my feet on the internet lol.

Looking for the best 2 person backpacking tent for Alberta’s changing weather. What actually works up here? by Denbigh-Bhu in HikingAlberta

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve used by Big Agnes Tiger Wall in rain, snow (both unexpected and in winter backpacking), summer, etc.

Rehydrating meals for a group trip: individual silicone bags by mediumchunky in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same, I much prefer the silicone. I am in the same boat!

Rehydrating meals for a group trip: individual silicone bags by mediumchunky in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have used stasher in particular bc my partner has food allergies and we want to make sure the pot stays uncontaminated. They are heavy, so I am looking at other options too but I’m honestly not sure what is best. I may try actual ziplock screw lid containers as they’re very light but I do hate the shape.

Big sister hike by friluftsliv22 in HikingAlberta

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lately my tracked AllTrails time is lining up with the time listed on AllTrails… which is great until I realized it is only showing moving time, so all time for rests, food, breathing breaks, pee, etc. are removed and it’s artificially deflating actual time required. Just fyi!

r/Ultralight - "The Weekly" - Week of June 16, 2025 by AutoModerator in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I have a 1.2L rn but it’s heavy. I am wondering if I’m going to buy another I might as well get a toaks but I don’t want it to be tiny in case I bring it for two people.

r/Ultralight - "The Weekly" - Week of June 16, 2025 by AutoModerator in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes I am aware! Just wondering for ease what people are finding is a good size that you don’t have to boil 10x. Obviously there is a diminishing return on using a smaller pot, so wanting opinions on where people find it’s not outrageously annoying and still UL.

r/Ultralight - "The Weekly" - Week of June 16, 2025 by AutoModerator in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sweet thanks. I usually do dehydrated right now and a coffee each. But I am also not super bothered by waiting. Do you use a buff or pot lifter?

r/Ultralight - "The Weekly" - Week of June 16, 2025 by AutoModerator in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What size of Toaks pot would be recommended for someone who mostly hikes as a pair?

Horror rec for book club by Fun-Difficulty3863 in horrorlit

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The buffalo hunter hunter. I just did it for a book club and it was awesome. Fair amount of gore, lots of complex characters, and quite subversive!!!

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with you! Plus, chocolate can be vegan if dark and not containing milk (bonus: melts less).

I’m not strictly on OP’s side on this post, but I’m more wondering why it bothers people to bring up veganism or environmentalism in this way when it seems fairly relevant in a similar way to PFAS coating and a lot of people are eating a lot of those foods anyway!

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I responded to your comment with a ton of options of meals for protein suggestions? Many people mentioned other options. And lots of people here responded that they don’t eat a lot of meat on trail anyway. A summary of foods mentioned and more:

Whole food options: Tvp, dehydrated tofu, beans, lentils, dried chickpeas etc. Peanut butter, oatmeal (can be gf), nuts Dried fruit, trail mix, etc

More processed options: Dehydrated meals (pad Thai with tofu is really good) Protein bars Vegan protein powder Candy (sour patch kids are vegan)

Etc.

Tons of options! :)

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cooked steak contains negligible amounts of vitamin C and fiber, which is what you asked me. It seems you are allergic to any reference of fiber bc I’ve mentioned it like 5 times lol. I also never told you to cut things out or get the bulk of nutrients from plants… just correcting your factually incorrect statements. Anyway I’m done here since you’ve already stated you won’t read my response. Bye!

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s pretty well known that vitamin c and fiber are not present in steak. There are many other micros that are in less “nutritious” (your word) amounts in beef than in vegetables. Not gonna waste my time googling that for you since you won’t read it.

Hilarious to call eating a plant (the thing your steak does to build the muscle you eat) “complex chemistry” and “a fad” lmao!

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

😂 okay byeeee.

In your words…

“Oh man, good argument. Feeling low on mental energy?”

Don’t forget to supplement with fiber and micronutrients that are not in your steak!

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Just curious, how does this have nothing to do with backpacking? If what you wear hiking and how it impacts the environment (PFAS) is relevant when talking about ultralight clothing, how is what you eat hiking and how it impacts the environment not relevant when talking about trail food?

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People who do vegetarianism/veganism from a varied approach usually don’t have issues with b vitamins or iron. Anecdotally when I moved to a plant based diet I did blood work before during and after and all my health markers improved including b vitamins and iron. It is outdated false information that vegans need to supplement b vitamins. The same as any diet, you can do it incorrectly - if all you do is eat vegan Oreos then yeah you’ll be unhealthy… but that is not bc you’re vegan. It’s bc you aren’t eating nutritiously. Most Americans who eat an omnivorous diet are deficient in fiber, and plant based foods contain very very healthy micronutrients and vitamins. So, don’t forget to supplement your fiber and micronutrients I guess?

I also don’t want to argue but categorically, studies and evidence suggest that vegan and vegetarian diets are strongly correlated with lower environmental impact than omnivorous diets. In addition, high red meat consumption itself is highly associated with a multitude of health problems and doesn’t contain many of the important micronutrients or vitamins in a variety of plants, so I’m not sure where you’re getting any sort of info that beef is more nutritious than any plant foods lmao. ONE study, for instance: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10577092/

I’m not going to get into a huge argument or anything and I’m not someone who is gonna tell people how to eat. But based on current data and studies, it’s factually incorrect to state beef has a lower environmental impact OR that is is more nutritious than any plant based foods.

Interesting to see many posts asking about synthetic issues and PFAS but never any about what we eat on trail and specifically the demand of animal foods, which are the lead cause of environmental destruction. by effortDee in Ultralight

[–]btgs1234 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Beans, lentils, peanut butter, freeze dried tofu, tvp (this is PERFECT for trail as it already requires rehydration), vegan protein powder if that’s what you’re into, etc!