SBT Posted January 16, 2013 Author Share Posted January 16, 2013 My favorite Scottish cane rod is a Glen Rod made by Trossachs Rodbuilding Co, Callandar, Scotland. It too is old as the hills - like me. It's a delight to use. The cork handle is just now starting to show signs of wear, but everytime I rig it and lay that line out there, it just feels like a natural extension of my arm and hand. It's a beaut! - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No DRFT Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 are you a prepper? In a sense, yes. I have no control over drippie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slcki3r Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 I'm not a core lightweight backpacker, but I stick with the current light weight products. If it doesn't fit in my 58 liter pack, it's left behind. Have you guys heard of the MSR Reactor Stove? It's seriously one of the most impressive stoves on the market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 5, 2013 Author Share Posted April 5, 2013 Like the Reactor "system" it's a nice setup. Too big for my uses, and a bit on the spendy side. I have a Primus OmniFuel stove - titanium, light, good footprint for bigger pots, and runs on almost anything petroleum-based, which makes it a great world-traveler. It'll run on white gas, unleaded gas, diesel and kerosene, propane, avgas, and many of the pre-filled butane canisters. It comes with a pump for fuel bottles, a multitool to take it completely down to parade rest, clean and service it, and put it all back together again, 3 different nozzles for running different fuels and fits in the palm of your hand. Packs nicely inside a 1 quart pan. Not too bad. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 5, 2013 Author Share Posted April 5, 2013 BTW - here's a vid on my stove. And I forgot to add that it will also run on paraffin (liquid lamp fuel). - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Nice! That video could have been 1 minute instead of 5 lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 True. But I think Primus (since it's on their channel), wanted it to be instructive for owners as well. Until I reviewed it, I'd forgotten about the small check-valve in the bottom of the pump and how easy it is to service it. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slcki3r Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 SBT that's awesome man, sounds like you do some traveling! That Primus Omnifuel is honestly a great stove. I'm pretty bias but the MSR XGK EX is lighter and less noisy. This thread needs more photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Can't wait for my little guy to get older so i can take him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slcki3r Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I shot this last fall on Mt Rainier. Beautiful mountain, I encourage anyone to visit. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d190/Pimpasskier/RainierGlory.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 While I was still on the Left Coast, Rainier was on my climb list. Now I just want to get back to the Cuyamacas and lower Sierras in Cali. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 SBT that's awesome man, sounds like you do some traveling! That Primus Omnifuel is honestly a great stove. I'm pretty bias but the MSR XGK EX is lighter and less noisy. This thread needs more photos. I did a lot of overseas trips, and am looking forward to getting some more trips under my belt. The beauty of the Dana Design is that Dana crafted a tough-cover duffle, so everything you need can go in the pack, and you don't have to carry any extra anything. It's all right there. Pick it up and go. And with the OmniFuel, you don't worry about what fuel you're going to run. Yes, it's extremely loud, not the loudest I've heard. BUT, get one of these silent-cap beautifies, and you'd be amazed at how quiet it becomes, and how much more efficient. Adds 35-40Grams to your total weight, but worth its weight in gold IMO. From simmer to max output, it just makes everything about the OmniFuel that much better, and did I mention quieter by at least 1/3 to 1/2 as loud. At simmer and mid-flame, you have to get down next to the stove to even hear it. This is the amazing OmniDawg F-series work of art. There's lesser-priced caps out there, but none with this quality and craftsmanship. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 Can't wait for my little guy to get older so i can take him! Our eldest was < 1yo when we first took her camping... in a pup tent... in DownEast Maine. Both D1 and D2 love to camp and D2's son is 8mo, and she's already looking for an opportunity to take him camping. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 thats awesome! id love to take him out in the adirondacks when he can enjoy it, and not be so 'fragile....'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 I don't know exactly when the fragility "stage" reaches an equilibrium that enables parents to worry less. But we never let that inhibit our including the kids in outdoor activities away from the comfort of home and let them live and experience life in/on the rough. They still talk about all the fun we've had camping, hiking and enjoying the great outdoors, especially the North American outdoors, over the past 30-some years. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 Dale, I think that stage is defined mostly by the mother! I agree with what your saying... However, just like hauling your kid to disney, long road trips, etc; when they are super young... They often have no memories of the event, and it becomes more of a memory for the parents (which is ok too). In a case where we're changing diapers every 3 hours, having to find a place to nap him 3 times a day (or pay the price later), and all that jazz... I think we'll wait till he can remember the trip. Thinking 3-4 yo would be a good age for some outdoor outings of signifigance... Potty trained. A bit more self reliant... And sleeping better would all spell out a better experience for all involved! I still remember camping out, hiking, and fishing when i was super young, and you're right, those are certainly some cherished memories! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 Yeah - Moms have a lot of "say" where the kids are concerned. And I was incorrect, D1 was 18mo the first time we camped with her (memory isn't what it used to be ). We have some great photos, but she remembers some of it. She was nearly three when we first went fishing, again in DE Maine. But we do share some great memories of those years with the kids. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 So what is everyone using for their "fire-starting" power? I pack a Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter. Compact and light, lights easily, burns super-hot and it's never blown "out". I still pack waterproof, strike-anywhere ,matches (Boy Scout in me) as backup - never had to use them. Again, not cheap, but you get what you pay for. http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31FFT8V48VL.jpg - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 ^ Oh and don't buy the ones with plastic hinges. It appears they've cheapened these a lot since I got mine. Mine is all SS with rubber (not plastic) over-moulding. You can drop it in a bucket of water and there's no water intrusion into the internal working parts. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 I take a bic, a flint, and usually one box of waterproof matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schrei Wolf Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 I'm in the process of getting backpacking/backcountry gear. I'm leaning toward lightweight yet comfortable for my style. Current goodies Mountain Smith Equinox 4 http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130322_110934_zps70b149a4.jpg http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130322_111249_zpsa8a10aa3.jpg http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130322_112015_zps4c16a855.jpg Brunton Bantam w/ Snow Peak Titanium Cookset http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130321_104749_zps15128478.jpg http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130321_104929_zpse7172cf1.jpg R.A.T. Esee 6 with UST Wet-tinder and Firesteel. I have have stormproof matches in the tin on the Esee. http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc436/SchreiWolf/Outdoor/20130323_170437_zps5db1ba8c.jpg I'm currently in the process of getting a sleeping bag, and currently looking at the Kelty Galactic 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 10, 2013 Author Share Posted April 10, 2013 Nice setup - really like MS gear. I like my Big Agnes Lost Ranger 15* with the integrated Insulated Air Core 15* pad. You can't fall-off the mattress because it's always directly beneath you in the bag. If I want more warmth, I just line it with a Cocoon Mummy Liner silk sack. My hardcore four-season tent is a 2P Marmot Fortress. My three-to-four season is a 6P NF Trailhead 6 and my summer family tent is a Big Agnes Big House 6 w/vestibule. The NF TH6 does work as a four-season, but I'd much rather be in the Marmot when the wind blows or the weather lowers the boom. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schrei Wolf Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 A little mod I've used on a good deal of zippers (on packs, bags, tents, etc) http://www.lighthound.com/assets/images/assets2/lhacgitd2.jpg http://www.lighthound.com/Lanyard-Closure-ArrowHead-2-Piece--GITD--Glow-In-The-Dark-Male-End--Glow-Pull-Cord-Ends--Glow-Pulls_p_740.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted April 10, 2013 Author Share Posted April 10, 2013 ^Looks like a useful item. I also use G-I-T-D tent guy line, comprising braided nylon over a twisted nylon core. Makes it a lot easier to see when nature calls at night. Nothing worse than tripping over a guy line and pulling down a whole side or, worse yet, dumping the tent on your buddy or SO who's sleeping inside. Looks like this in the dark. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schrei Wolf Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 http://www.kelty.com/images/Product/large/477.jpg http://www.kelty.com/p-477-galactic-15-hoody.aspx?category=sleeping-bags-pads This is the bag I'm looking at, seems pretty multifunction, lightweight and compact considering. It's also one of the only down filled rectangular bags that's affordable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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