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Anyone know where to still obtain the fuel cartridges for this backpacking stove, in the Adirondack/Capital region of NY? http://www.basegear.com/xpertstove.html

I'd love to drive the three to four hours to paddle these islands, either with friends or hooking up with a Connyak trip. One concern is that with all of the islands in private owneership, there is no place to get out and rest, have a snack, stretch legs, etc. Is there any public property on any...

I have dramtically enjoyed fall/early winter hikes more since obtaining softshell jackets and pants. I typically wear them over thin to medium fleece such as Malden Mills Power Dry. The majority of my hikes are never in the rain, so I am willing to sacrfice water proof for better...

I had those. The wrist enclosure was so tight that my hadns went numb! I also placed them on top of food cans to stretch them without luck. They were definitely toasty and putting on the sprayskirt was doable. If I reorder them in a large, i'll solve the wrist cuff tightness but then have to...

I continue to struggle to find a cold water/cold air paddling glove or mitt for fall thru spring kayaking. Using a Greenland paddle, pogies would not work. First, I have tried a number of NSR neoprene gloves and mits. These are not waterproof but in theory warm up the water between your skin...

I have had mixed feelings on doing these for several years now, offered ion my area. It is not much fun carrying your kayak on a frigid night into a building and then putting it back on the car when you are tired and wet. It is certainly not the most scenic place to paddle a kayak. Thus, I...

year-round we paddle year round on open water we can find in upstate NY. But only when air temps, sun, no wind make it desirable to do so. No desire to be completely freezing out there, air temp-wise. However, the water temps could pretty much kill us if immersed. So, our group all wear dry...

Hornbeck vs. Given the huge range of kayak types, you are of course asking how Hornbecks compare to similar length and width recreational kayaks, not touring or sea kayaks. I did extensive testing on pack type canoes before choosing one. My search factors were swayed by extensive experience...

Impex I also tried and liked the new Impex Force boats. If I did more camping, I would have the Force 4. As mainly a day paddler, I liked the low volume of the OI best.

Kokatat Supernova $425 Many of us that paddle closer to shore in winter, own this semi-dry suit. if i were paddling in coastal conditions further from shore or alone, i would own a full drysuit. Having tested this with a neo vs. latex neck enclosure, I get a cap-full of water in.

Adirondacks and beyond Just joined here. Glad to see this forum. I paddle an Impex Outer Island (18 ft.) and for the past two years, 100% use of Greenland paddles. I formerly owned the Impex Montauk. I typically paddle with a couple different upstate NY kayak groups on the larger lakes in the...

What age a puppy can hike mountains? Thinking ahead, I'm looking forward to 4 to 7 mile non-High Peak Adk mountain hikes with our new 13 week-old Yellow Lab. I have conflicting data from the vet, books, etc. on the safe age to start bringing a dog on mountain hikes-anywhere from 8 months to 2...

Newcomb VIC trails I highly recommend the easy trails at the Newcomb Visitor Center, just down the road from Goodnow Mtn. Usually great snow cover, views of frozen Rich Lake and Sucker brook, occasional otters, Ravens in the sky, place to warm up, use bathroom, watch birds at bird feeders...

durant heavily used by the beer party/loud music crowd due to the free drive up access. Spent many a night at the formal campground, lsitening to the noise from these sites

More of an Adirondack paddling than hiking question . . . I am sure some here have paddled this year for the first time on this recently opened public body of water in the Tahawus approach to the High peaks. Are there designated camping sites one can paddle to? If not, are there reasonable...

I understand that there are no views from this summit, without climbing the firetower. How can I find out the latest status of the stairs and firetower access?

I'd love an opportunity to photograph a pine marten. Are there any Adk campsite/leanto/other places that might be fairly reliable to find them, without actually baiting them? Thanks

Although I've climbed Noonmark countless times in fall, I've not paid attention to adjacent Round Mt. Has anyone snowshoed this recently and is it a worthwhile alternative to Noonmark, especially as a winter snowshoe hike?

breathability! A base layer with a soft shell is far far more breathable than hiking in a nylon WB, Goretex or other, IMO. The soft shell is not as waterproof but in winter, most precip is of the solid kind anyways. Try vigorous activity with a good baselayer and soft shell and you will never...

mittens Phil: I have found that the same principals of outerwear parka insulation apply to hands. In my opinion, high lofting synthetic insulation or down mittens will always be warmer than fleece or wool. Also with a cold hand problem, I have tried numerous wool, Polartec Windpro, Gore...