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Thinking about a quick trip friday that would end up being a descent down the Polecat/ski trails. Debating the snowshoe issue! I think yes as there may be a lot of wet sloppy snow friday. And possibily on the ski trail. My hiking buddy is less convinced. Can any one comment on the...

So sorry to hear Elle. My best wishes that Sherpa's strength as well as your's and your caring family will have him back home very soon. Ken

Hey MEB, I've been in limmers for 5 years and faced the same problem you did. I had a pair of Standards that had to "go in the shop". I have problem ankles also so love my Standards. I picked up a pair of the lightweight's to tide me over and see how they worked being a fair amount lighter...

It looks i've met the same Gulls as Roy and Jesbee. I've kayaked to Isle of Shoals several times and been "assulted" all three. Fortunately we had large brim hats and held our paddles over our heads to at least keep them at bay. I swear the locals train them to keep us away:-) They are...

I'm no metalurgist and no longer use Ti cookware but... Ti is interesting stuff. It conducts heat so fast it will make your head spin so keep your heat lower than normal. No easy task with many BP stoves. The blue is most likely surface oxide and a reaction between the heat, and gases from...

Tim, Cath, Jeff, Andy Again, Thank's for posting and sharing the great photos and chronicle of your journey. Not only did you guys (and Gals):-) do what many of us would love to do. But from the look of the photos, and the write up, you had a great time doing it. What more could one ask for...

I''m enjoying the series Tim. Quite a trek indeed!!

Sherpa, I'm saddened to her this news Sherpa!! Here's a big thumbs up and my best wishes for a speedy recovery. Best wishes, Ken C

I'll throw my 2 cents in for Black Diamond 10 PtContact Strap Ons. I own both the Contact Strap On's and the 12Pt Sabretooth Pros. I use the Contacts very often depending on where i'm headed. The BD's seem to hold and edge better and the profile will allow plenty of sharpenings. There on and...

I use the 2 pad method in cold of winter. A Z-rest or ridgerest and and untralight therma-rest has worked to sub zero temps with no problems at all.. Having the Z or Ridge is helpful for sitting around outside or even a comfy seat in a hut. Shake the snow off and presto it's ready to slide...

There was a hiker in the MHR that got "lost" and called 911 on the old cell phone. Not much else said about it in the Paper just a small writeup buried on the paper monday AM. There are a few areas off the MM trail where mazes of Mtn bike trails could disorient someone without the trail map...

I usually carry 3 Litres in winter on longer days. I do always carry a couple of extra toe warmers. If i'm going through more water than expected i'll start adding snow, throw in some aqua mira and put the toe warmer in the insulated bag to help things along. Takes the edge off that real cold...

I've been lacing all my boots like this for years. The problem will be worse climbing and on the flats so i lace snug on the vamp section then looser above the surgeon's knot. Sidestepping a bit more to lessen the flex angle also helps the problem and your achillies will be happier. I found...

In the cold weather i'm pretty lazy. I use a combination of freezedried, instant and things that require only warm up. Then i line a large mug or smaller pot with a heavy oven bag, add hot water and presto! In short i plan the meal with as little mess as possible, then just pitch the lot into...

MOnadnock Vol, 51 Year old same goals! SOLO trained so safety is key! I'm planning on kicking up work on my winter list (15 complete)and finising my all season (12 left) this winter. Definately interested! I'm up to mondadnock quite often when scheduling doesn;t allow the 4 hour drive to...

Super report Dugan 2 legs:-) This was a great trek in the woods with a great group of people. Opps, and of course our hiker canine wonders Dugan(4 legs) and Carmen! Plenty of PUDS to make us work a bit, nice views with the foliage off the trees, sunshine, and great brownies! I'm always up...

I'd be up for friday as i don't think i'll be up north. I have some nice loops starting from the Toll Rd side. They total out around 9-11 miles or so. Old halfwayhouse trail to cart Rd/ mossy brook, great pasture pasture to monta rosa, smith summit to summit. Decend Pumpelly to Cascade...

Redcloud, I have done the hike up form the resivour a number of times. It's a nice hike, even has some steeps that remind you of the whites. You can turn it into a number of loops depending on how far you want to go. Prospect is really more of a ridge. As you climb up from the Rte 2 side you...

I'll just ditto what many have already said Dave! IN the hustle and bustle of everyday, i know i don;t say thank's enough to those of you that take the time to pass so much information and knowledge along. You've been a great help to me on a numerous occasions on both your site and board... A...

Enough to survive a night in the woods.... IN the summer thats pretty easy, siltarp, bivy food, and the rest of the essentials. IN winter the same goal, survive the night! For shelter an ID Salathe GoreTex bivy, 5x8 siltarp, stove, food, and either an appropriate sleeping bag or down pants...