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Q: Camping and Outdoors backpacking equipment…?
I am planning a backpacking trip across the states. I plan on going off the beaten track, very bush crafty. I need a way to purify water and cook my food. I found this really awesome camping pot thing. It’s called the Snow Peak Trek 900. I really like how the lid doubles as a frying pan. Anyway, every time i search to buy one, the snow peak trek 1400 comes up. They look pretty much the same, and i was wondering if there was a difference between the two.
Cheers!

A: The Snow Peak Trek Series is a really nice cooking set up and there is a difference in volume between the 900 and 1400. These numbers indicate the volume of each pot in milliliters. 900 milliliters should be plenty of volume for you if you are planning on taking this trip by yourself. If you like to do a lot of cooking, then maybe the 1400ml pot would be a better option for you. On my solo trips I carry a .85 L pot (850ml) very similar to the Snow Peak series that you mentioned, accept without the fry pan lid, and it works great for me. The way I always judge a pot is whether or not I can cook 2 packets of Ramen at the same time in the one pot, and if I can do that then I can cook just about whatever I want in that size pot. As far as water purification goes I would recommend a chemical treatment like Aquamira (chlorine dioxide) because of its small package and lightweight, and because it sounds as if you plan on making your backcountry trips as side trips from your x-country backpack. I would not want to be carrying around a big heavy water filter all the time if I were only planning on being in the backcountry for some of my USA tour. I hope this helps.

Q: where can I buy cheap backpacking equipment?
I’m going to the south pacific and southeast asia, and I do not have any equipment. Where can I get a cheap but good-quality backpack, sleeping bag, tent, and other camping and traveling gear. VERY LOW BUDGET!

A: For a really low-budget and lightweight backpacking stove, build yourself a Pepsi-can alcohol stove.

http://www.pcthiker.com/pages/gear/pepsistove.shtml

If you’ll be camping in warm weather, it will be lighter and probably more comfortable to get a lightweight net hammock, bug screen, and rain fly instead of dragging around a tent.

Great deals on backpacking equipment can also be found at Goodwill and other thrift stores, garage sales, etc.

Another option is to borrow gear from friends. I’ve let several friends borrow a backpack for travels to distant lands.

Q: How can I get into hiking/backpacking/camping?
I’m interested in taking up hiking/backpacking/camping through parks and the woods, especially in Northern Maine. Does anyone have any ideas of how to get started? Small goals? What would I need as far as equipment?

A: Well, I started doing some camping with my father at a young age. I joined the scouts and things went from there. I would suggest something along those lines – find a local club or group that enjoys doing camping and backpacking. You’ll want to try camping first – backpacking is an acquired taste if you know what I mean. As far as hiking goes, go to an EMS (Eastern Mountain Sports) or REI or LL Bean, and purchase a good pair of hiking boots and a good day pack(it doesn’t have to be huge). Ask one of the sales associates to help you find the proper fit. Remember to break in your boots before hiking in them. Also get 2 Nalgene bottles – they’re great. Get a guide book – it will have loads of helpful info. Try a few short hikes in the area and work your way up. After awhile try some 4000 footers. Camping and backpacking require a lot more equipment and a bit more experience. Always camp with at least one other person – and see if you can start out by borrowing some gear. Don’t buy much until you’re sure you want to get into the sport.

Q: What are some name brand camping equipment manufactures (10 pts)
Who are some of the top manufactures for camping equipment such as sleeping bags, tents, climbing gear, backpacks, stoves, etc…

I would like to browse their websites.
I need something a little more heavy duty for upper Canada/Alaska near the tundra and lower forests.

I also woudn’t mind it being universal for the most extreme cold climates.

I get catalogs from Cabelas, Sierra Trading Post, and Gander Mountain.

Do you know any others?

A: Not really manufacturers but… As mentioned is REI and Adventure 16: http://www.adventure16.com/

The question for sleeping bags is whether you’re going to be in wet areas. It’s especially important at freezing temperatures to keep dry. I use synthetics in this type of weather. Another suggestion is a top of the line goretex bag with the best goose down available. Get the one with the best subzero rating that you can find, and when its warmer, leave it unzipped. Better a little cool on warmer nights than freezing your rear off during an unexpected storm. I’ve been snowed in for days during a freak blizzard and during that trip I took a light summer bag to save weight…. it was pretty miserable and a GREAT adventure, now I take the best and use it unzipped.

I believe that there are some good gortex covers that can be purchased.

EDIT: I just learned a little from this site: http://www.weasel.com/gear_bag.html

Q: Does anyone remember the old style coffee percolators that were used for camping/backpacking?
I’m researching equipment that I will need for a backpacking trip and am wondering if anyone remembers the old style coffee percolators. If you do, do you know if you can still find them and where?

Thanks, any info would be helpful

A: If you will truly be backpacking, you will more than likely find the old style percolators to be heavy and quite bulky. They are certainly available still – as the other answer mentioned, Walmart will likely have them, as do outdoors stores like Cabela’s, Bass Pro, REI, etc.

For backpacking, I have a few different means of making coffee, and will switch them around from trip to trip. If a good strong cup of joe is what you’re after, there are some great french presses that are great – and if you use the JetBoil stove, there is a java press for that too, which I’m told is excellent. GSI Outdoors manufactures a whole variety of coffee making toys… including the percolators, coffee filter baskets, presses, espresso machines, etc. LOTS to choose from.

http://www.gsioutdoors.com/products/cat/coffee/ (Note, there are 3 pages of goods!)

For ultralight backpacking, I hate to say it, but I tend to use Starbucks VIA packets or instant espresso powder… and sometimes I spike either of those with a teaspoon of hot cocoa powder.

Q: I am looking for the best online website to purchase equipment. . .?
I am looking for everything from general camping equipment to backpacking, kayaking, and climbing. . . what are the BEST places online?

A: Well i myself like campmore,REI,moontrail and,cabelas. But make sure u do the research when picking a specific idem. Depending on what u are doing can mean the difference between the right product and the wrong one. There are also many places where u can get peer reviews as well as professional reviews for just about anything. Then make sure that if u are buying online that you find the cheapest price as well as a good dealer. Have a good adventure!

Q: What are some things that you look for in good camping equipment?
Boots?
Backpacks?
Tents?
etc.

A: With today’s internet one can look up reviews of products so that’s a start. However if it’s sold at wall-mart or k-mart or if it says made in China, I won’t buy it. Quality camping gear comes with cost. I have bought many things from R.E.I, Cabelas, L.L Bean, North Face and other big name outfits and am sad to see they are now selling a few inferior products. Just read the customer reviews and you will see what I mean.

This is what I look for;
Tent; quality material, waterproof floor, triple stitched (or more), sealed seams, rain fly included, good venting, UV resistant rip stop fabric, fine mesh screens, self healing zippers, no aluminum poles (you want poles that can flex), able to handle high wind conditions, breathable fabric walls to lessen condensation and easy to assemble.
Backpacks; quality materials, self repairing zippers, water proof rip stop fabric, wide padded shoulder and waist straps, at least triple stitched and sealed seams, quick release straps, hydration bladder that’s removable, and designed for good weight distribution.
Boots; welt construction, good arch support and padding, non-slip soles like vibram, quality materials, removable sole insert, sealed seams with strong stitching, light weight, water resistant and good warranty.

If a company doesn’t stand behind their product with a good warranty don’t buy it.
Its better to pay a few hundred for a good product than $50 bucks at Wally world and have it fall apart. I have an outfitter tent that cost $1200 in 1983 and it still works today as it did then. My brother has gone through a few dozen cheap tents that cost him $150 or so each in the same time frame. He could have bought a quality one for less and still be using it.

Q: Backpacking/Camping/Roughing It tips anyone?
Do you have any tips on long term (more than a week) camping, roughing it/survival? I would love to go backpacking either through the Grand Canyon, or SOMEWHERE, for a month or so, just living off the land, exploring, fishing, hiking, etc. But I have NEVER done it before. Have you ever done it? And do you have any tips you would like to share with me? One guy already told me that if you eat match heads it protects you from ticks. Things like that. Essential but minimal equipment to bring, how to purify water, food, shelter-should I bring a tent, or find something else to use? Recommend any places to go? Whats the best way to protect against animals? How do I wash my hair?! Im looking for any tips, recommendations, places to go, suggestions, websites, books, etc! Thanks!

A: I love backpacking. Get backpacker magazine. http://www.backpacker.com/

The grand canyon is incredibly difficult. Try somewhere easier first. Try local parks first. I suggest you try weekend trips and work your way up. It will give you an idea of what it is like and you can test out all of your gear.

Every part of the country is different and it depends what season you are going. Find a good local sporting goods shop where backpackers go. They’ll be able to help you.

Never eat a match head. It could kill you.

Q: What is the best website to buy camping gear?
Does anyone know who the best online retailer is for camping equipment (Sierra Designs and Mountain Hardware)? I am going to purchase a new tent, sleeping bag, and backpack.

A: For top quality gear and exceptional customer service check out:
www.rei.com or www.ems.com

For great gear and great prices check out:
www.llbean.com = amazing deals on gortex
or
www.sierratradingpost.com = great outlet prices on name brands.

Q: Any backpackers in Cairns neeed a car with full camping equipment?
My boyfriend is currently selling his station wagon with full camping equipment in Cairns asap. He has used the car to backpack from Perth to Melbourne, then Melbourne to Cairns and so now it’s the end of his trip and he and his car must part ways.

If you’re interested please see ad on http://digiads.com.au/carsales/used-cars/USED-1993-HOLDEN-COMMODORE-WAGON-CAR-FOR-SALE-CAIRNS-QLD-4870.htm
or email me on sangie_bum@hotmail.com for further details.

Here are some details:
1993 HOLDEN COMMODORE VR
Price:
$2,800
Odometer:
330 km
Rego Expiry:
Jun/2008
This Used HOLDEN COMMODORE VR car for sale good rolling beast with good tires
comes with fuel and water tanks
spare oil, power steering fluid, radiator coolant…
spare tire with jack

comes with full camping gear also, please enquire for more details (not enough space here! :) )

A: Why don’t you see this question posted just after yours – http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=As2iZs5wBX4nsO7SsxFc9GEY7RR.;_ylv=3?qid=20080518213146AAE3Q5g they are coming to Cairns and are wanting to buy a vechile to ‘backpack from Cairns.

Good Luck

Q: Light backpacking/survival camp dinner?
Boy scout troop going ’survival’ camping. its really light backpacking . Need ideas for dinner. Cooking equipment: Propane backpacking stove, small pot, spoon, alum. foil lid.

A: If it’s survival backpacking… have them find their own food in the woods. Nature can be a virtual buffet. A scout leader should have a guide book just to double check that the scouts are actually selecting edible plants. You can teach them all you can about survival/forraging techniques but until they actually have to do it for a meal or two, they won’t really learn it.

Q: i’m backpacking round europe in a few weeks and am sorting out equipment. what’s useful for me to take?
i know the basic kitlist such as good backpack/hiking boots, but as i’m new to camping wanted to know some tips on what’s useful to take with me.

cheers! x

A: Towel (Take a good towel a million uses truly)
Mess Tins. Camping shop
Tin cup (porcelain breaks, so can plastic can melt too).
Fire Lighters.
A Zippo petrol lighter and some lighter fuel
Baby wipes (until you get used to the grime).
Sleeping bag
Toothbrush.
Pen Knife.
Proper Knife (camping building fires etc etc and of course better to have and not need it).
Copy of the mini SAS survival guide.
Small medical kit – Small sewing kit.
Light waterproof jacket with hood.
A bit of light rope use as washing line or even to help make a shelter if you sleeping rough.
Tea-light mini candles.
Forget underwear but take socks few pairs. You gonna get blisters and stuff so take somat in your medi kit for that. If you need to pop em heat the needle well to disinfect. Your feet will get used to it eventually.

Try not to stand out too much as a tourist with a huge brightly coloured rucksack. Try to make sure you break your walking boots in before you go and let them lok a bit weatherd. Also your clothes don’t wear stuff like “I heart the Yankees” t shirts etc.

Learn at least please and thank you for every country you visit and use them you will get a better response from people. Keep your money and passport on you at all times use a zip seal water tight pouch to keep em in too. You dont want a soaked defaced passport.

Do not argue with the police in France or Spain they are like the gestapo. Watch yourself in Holland its a cool place but theres some shady characters there.

Hope you have fun I did.

Check out the basque region of Northern Spain man that place is cool and the girls are really friendly.

Q: How good is REI brand equipment/gear?
I have a friend who works at REI and can get me a significant discount on REI brand equipment/gear. How good is the REI brand when it comes to camping and hiking (backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, etc…)? Is there quality comparable to higher priced name brands?

A: Their stuff is excellent, not just their products but the company’s commitment to stand behind them! If you have an “in” go for it. However, the regular old customer has the option of paying for a membership and then WHATEVER WHENEVER you decide you don’t like a piece you bought there…you can return it no questions asked. IF your “in” nullifies this, you may have some thinking to do. But their gear is off the chain.

BTW use your credit card for anything you expect to last a while, in case it doesn’t! Then they can just swipe your card as proof of purchase.

Q: Camping gear suggestions?
I’m looking to buy brand new camping equipment because I haven’t upgraded in about 10 years.

I am getting a new job that pays well and can afford more expensive gear.

What are some suggestions? backpacks, stoves, hiking shoes/boots, tents, etc.

A: check this link for gear reviews

http://www.trailspace.com/gear/

check these links for tent and pack

http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_Sierra-Designs-Assailant-1-Person-Tent_10042610____?cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-397_d192219&ad_id=Avant&avad=397_d192219

http://www.rei.com/webservices/rei/DisplayStyle/766117?source=19113&cm_mmc=aff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na&mr:trackingCode=DFBAFE5D-0319-DE11-B4E3-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA&siteId=cjIsd2x-it3792&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2FOM%2Fstyle%2F766117%3Fcm_mmc%3Daff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na%26mr%3AtrackingCode%3DDFBAFE5D-0319-DE11-B4E3-0019B9C043EB%26mr%3AreferralID%3DNA&PID=1070188&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Aff-_-1070188-_-10456937&AID=10456937

Q: What humidty range should my basement have to store various things?
Hi. I have an unfinished basement with a dirt and gravel floor. I’d like to store the following things down there.
a) Boxes of books and papers
b) Bags of seasonal clothes
c) Camping equipment (backpacks, tents, etc)
I am going to use a hygrometer to test the humidity at various times of day. What is a safe humidity for each of the things I mentioned? (I live in a relatively moist climate- Coastal Northeast)
Thanks!
I found a library archiving site that said rare books can be stored in relative humidities of 40-65%. Also, my searches say that mold only forms in humidities of 80% and up.
But I am looking for experience people have had storing items in various humidities and what happens.
Thanks!

A: you have a great basement for a fruit celler!!! but for the other stuff NOWAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! humidity around 50% temp 60 to 65 degrees…
Is this your home?? You own the place??? you should cement the floor!!! … and as long as it is “unfinished” you might as well test the place for radon gases!!!

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