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    Katadyn vs sawyer, I choose katadyn

    I know the question wasn't directed at me, but here I go :) Any filter (that I know of) will be damaged when it freezes. That includes hollow fiber filters as well as ceramic filters. It is virtually impossible to tell if there has been any freezing and if there is damage. The only thing to do...
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    Katadyn vs sawyer, I choose katadyn

    I'm a Sawyer Mini user. It is just so much lighter and smaller than pump filters. I used the MSR Miniworks EX before that. I've put a pre-filter on the Sawyer, which makes a big difference when filtering poor quality water...
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    Sawyer mini reviews ?

    I use a pre-filter with mine. Otherwise, I find that all fiber based filters will clog up, especially because I don't have access to great water most of the time: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2014/05/sawyer-mini-squeeze-filter-pre-filter.html
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    SL3 stove?

    Usually people use the TI Goat stove jacks with the SL tents.
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    Medrino back to synthetics?

    Thanks Raving Dog. Much appreciated. For anyone interested in the subject, check out Comfort and Moisture Transport in Lightweight Wool and Synthetic Base Layers (http://www.keepandshare.com/doc/4973576/comfort-and-moisture-transport-in-lightweight-wool-and-synthetic-base-layers-2-2-meg). It...
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    Medrino back to synthetics?

    Just a comment on the above links to my blog, since they were brought up, and the test they show: For what they are worth, the tests show the insulation loss and retention by synthetic vs. wool fabrics when wet. The tests largely showed that both materials lose about the same amount of...
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    Economic bag & pad options

    My choice Mountian Hardwear Ultralamina 15 bag and the Big Agnes Air Core Insulated Pad. The combination will weigh 3lb 14oz, and you should be able to find both for under $300.
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    Sleeping Bag Research - Help Please!

    My 0F bag is a Western Mountaineering Antelope MF. It's a down bag. If I was going to go with a synthetic bag, it would be the Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 0 bag. As far as I know, it is the best on the market for that category. I don't care if a bag is made of magic elf hair, if it gets wet...
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    Medrino back to synthetics?

    That's interesting. My wool clothing didn't kept me warm when wet. Each time I have gotten wet, no matter what I've been wearing, I've been cold. That's why I started prioritizing drying time.
  10. Wood Trekker

    Ultralight vs. comfort

    It's hard to switch to an ultralight pack when the rest of your gear is not ultralight. These packs are designed for a base weight of about 10lb, with a total weight of not much more than 20lb. If you pack them well, you can use them for heavier weights, but that is not their intended use. If...
  11. Wood Trekker

    Medrino back to synthetics?

    I tried wool for a while, but went back to synthetic layers. The quick drying time was key for me. When in a wet environment, or when you have to wash in the field, it makes a huge difference for me.
  12. Wood Trekker

    Soloman Quest 4D

    My favorite boots. I wore out one pair, and bought a second pair.
  13. Wood Trekker

    U.S. Patrol Sleeping Bag

    I've been using one for many years now for my three season outings. I never bothered to switch to a different bag. It weighs 2lb 5.3oz. You can see it compressed here: http://youtu.be/m8o95Dug4rY (I'm doing this on my phone, so I hope the link works)
  14. Wood Trekker

    Sleeping bag for $300

    The Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 0 costs $280, weighs 3lb 3oz, and is rated at 0F. It's a synthetic bag.
  15. Wood Trekker

    What do you use for a pack saw?

    I use a Bahco Laplander folding saw. It is only 6.2oz, and works very well for me.
  16. Wood Trekker

    Compression bag

    I use the Sea to Summit eVent compression bags. They are completely waterproof with a roll top closure, and are strong enough to really compress that bag with the straps.
  17. Wood Trekker

    Back Country Lite weight fishing gear

    Thanks Brad. In all honesty I have no idea if it is the best rod for the job. I just tried it out in the store, I liked it, so I got it. I'm sure there are better ones out there and certainly good ones for less $. Thanks bloom. I haven't done many axe reviews lately. I'm desperately trying to...
  18. Wood Trekker

    Neo-air all season - anyone use one?

    I used to use the All Season. Now I use the XTherm. I switched because of the lower weight and smaller size. Your experience with the feel of the surface is the same as mine. Other than that, they have both worked fine for me.
  19. Wood Trekker

    Back Country Lite weight fishing gear

    I use a lightweight spinning set up that I botched together myself: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2013/07/ultralight-fishing-kit-spinning-rod-set.html It contains a St Croix Triumph TRS60LF4 Travel Spinning Rod, an Okuma Ultralight UL-10 spinning reel, and a small tackle box with a few...
  20. Wood Trekker

    stoves

    It kind of depends on how you use your stove and what you want from it. If you have been happy with the Pocket Rocket and just wanted something more updated, then Jetboil is a good way to go. It will be very similar, just with better heat transfer. If on the other hand you want to be able to...

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