I am new to solo hiking (female) and want to explore the trails in the woods nearby. Unfortunately it is an area with ticks. Do you always wear pants even in the summer? Do you spray chemicals on them? I really don’t want this fear of ticks to prevent me from exploring. Thank you all.

So I am getting 4 days off in late July and I'm looking for a good spot to go camp and swim in the state of ND. I know MN has a lot of nice places but I have been out there the last couple of times and am looking for something new. Preferably away from a lot of people and somewhere that doesn't allow RVs. If anyone knows any good spots it would be much appreciated 👍.

I’m looking to solo camp on the Delaware water gap for a weekend but since it’s my first time, I’m not sure where to camp. Do I need some kind of permit ? Where can I leave my car overnight ? Where is the best place to camp ?.

People that hike for extended weekends with photo/camera gear. Do you bring your laptop to transfer/edit your photos/footage in the evening? Or do you leave it at home and edit when you get back after 3-4 days of hiking/camping?

Debating if I should leave my laptop at home. Have a long weekend without staring at a screen and reset my brain. There's also no internet and reception in the campground by Yosemite. Or I can be "productive and efficient" with my evenings by going through and editing personal footage. Not for business.

Leaving today (Thursday) and coming back Sunday.

Looking for a pack in pack out with my kids 7-8 in WNY that’s a short hike and easy camping trip. I just don’t know how to introduce them into this.

Has anyone tried to fit one 25 inch and one 20 inch wide pad in this tent?

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Autumn (April) mild hike (6.5 miles), mix of gravel, wooden walkways and 3 hanging bridges. Rated time was a three hour return trip, took us two and a half and we were taking our time. Best to start early to catch the sunrise or a little bit earlier than us (4:40PMish). We missed the sunset hitting the peak by a few minutes, was the last group to return. Enjoyed hiking at dusk/night time when the stars came out. Bring a flashlight.

Ok so I’ve got some awesome Patagonia gear from a job that I’d like to use for another job. The thing is the gear is branded with one company, and I’d have to have that covered up while working the other company. I can’t have a permanent cover as I’m returning to the original job in a few months and they like to have their workers branded head to toe.

I’m a wildlife guide so I’ll be outdoors in all elements. I don’t mind reapply a patch multiple times if necessary. I’d have to cover up 2-4 inch logos a few times on all the gear. Hoping to doesn’t look too ugly either. Everything is made from nylon so I can’t sew over the branding.

Not sure if what I’m looking for exists but thanks in advance anyways! :)

Hi, I've got a Rab Microlight Alpine jacket which I've had for a few years now and has been great, although the main zip failed, Rab repaired it under warranty, so all good. It's getting a bit tatty now, the pockets have worn through (they're very thin and don't like keys...) and the other week I caught it on some brambles and ripped it in a couple of places, so I was looking for a replacement.

Here's the point, I'm 6'5, when I bought the jacket they did a longer length version which is a couple of inches longer in the body, but now they only do the longer length in ladies jackets for some reason, and the standard one is coming up a bit short on me.

Does anyone make a quality lightweight down jacket (ideally hydrophobic) in a slightly longer length for men?

Thanks,

John

Hey all, I hope this is an appropriate place to post this. As the title states I’m looking for clothing and I’m pretty new to layering. I’m not at all new to hiking and camping but I never knew about proper layering until recently.

Basically all I knew was just putting on more layers made you warmer and even doing that sometimes I was still cold in very moderate temps, high 30’s and low 40’s. I’m 5’10” and 165lbs. (20M)

Most of the hiking/camping I do is in the Payson, Sedona, and Pine areas. I also do backpacking sometimes. Usually I will go up to Flagstaff during the summer to escape the heat as much as I can. So the temps are usually 60’s and 70’s when I hike. Nights will get down usually to low to mid 40’s and sometimes high 30’s.

I currently have a mid weight merino wool base layer and plan to get a Patagonia R1 Air Fleece for my mid layer. And sometime down the road I will get an outer shell for rain/wind.

The thing I’m torn on is what insulating layer to get. I’m leaning towards Patagonia for all of these things because of their great reputation and good clothing guarantee/warranty and repairs. I have been looking at the down sweater, the nano puff, the micro puff, and the vest versions of these as well because of the mild climate in Arizona.

Which of these would you guys recommend and why? I know a lot of people just wear their puffy when they set up camp because it’s not high exertion. Also which one would you recommend for hiking compared to just relaxing and staying warm if there was one that would best suit my climate?

I know it’s a long post but I’ve been overthinking it. I’d really appreciate the help, thanks!

Has anyone done some sort of loop in Chicago Basin Colorado?

Are there any trails you can connect together to make a loop?

Hi I'm interested if anyone has experience with expedition / kit rental services like the Rab rental service or similar they would recommend.

Thanks

I’m planning a trip with my sister and only taking one car. Thinking of leaving a car off I80 at a park and ride. Have any of you left your car in a CA park and ride for 5 days?

Hello! I have 12 days in late May (22/04-02/05). I would prefer alpine conditions as long as snow conditions weren’t too crazy/dangerous.

I plan on wild or site camping.

Also how big of a backpack would I need for a 10 day hike - assume I have nowhere to replenish food supplies.

What multi-day hike would you recommend?

Hello, I recieved my new backpack today and currently I'm trying to fit it. It seems to fit decent in most places but there is a small gap between my lumbar spine and backpack, Enough to get my hand flat through. Is it designed that way or are backpacks supposed to snug tightly in that area?

I know there usually is a gap for ventilation on your upper back but don't know if it's supposed to be there down on your lumbar as well?

With summer car camping events coming up, I’m debating sleep system options. I just spent a night at a Texas event where it hung around 55 degrees , my 20 degree mummy bag was a sauna. Great to know it works. But for lighter duty events where I’m always in a tent at a festival and likely flying my gear in, what are my options for lighter duty sleeping gear besides just getting a 40 degree sleeping bag?

I’ve gotten recommendations for quilts, poncho liners, straight wool blankets…What would you use for summer tent camping?

Hey everyone, I am getting into backcountry camping and I am not sure whether I should get the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2p or MSR Freelite 2p. The reason I am choosing between one of the two is because I am looking for a 2p UL tent <1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) for mostly 1 person use. A comfortable tent is nice, but I think I prioritize weight, durability and weatherproofness more. It would also be used for car camping and motor cycle camping (though I would prefer to get 1 multipurpose tent). Budget is not really a problem as I am looking for a long term investment.

What I like about the Copper Spur (3lb 2oz / 1.42kg packed weight):

• Ranks high in many reviews
• Feels sturdy
• Feels spacious, especially around the head
• Freestanding

Downsides of Copper Spur

• Seemingly fragile bottom of tent
• Heavier than the Freelite
• Original footprint seems rather heavy for a footprint IMO, though it can be replaced with a DIY lighter solution
• Warranty service in Europe?

What I like about the Freelite ( 2 lbs. 5 oz / 1.05 kg packed weight):

• Many guides I know that have cumulative months of experience with the tent like it alot
• Lighter than the Copper Spur
• Warranty service in Europe

Downsides of Freelite

• Less spacious than the Copper Spur, though enough for 1p
• Semi-freestanding (though I have limited experience in backcountry camping I think I prefer the versatility of freestanding tents)

I am not sure if I am putting too much weight on this ~350 g weight difference here. If it wasn't for the weight I was confident to go with the Copper Spur. However, I am considering sacrificing some of the other qualities for that weight saving. I am just not sure if it is worth it.

What do you guys think? Would you choose one above the other?

To be a little more specific, if you had from mid-Feb to mid-May to go on an adventure, where would yu go? Willing to travel anywhere within the United States.

Hello, I hope this is the right sub to ask this question.

I am a ln industrial designer and as an assignment I have to design a device for people involved into outdoor activities like climbing and trekking, etc. I am planning on designing a device that could keep track of their bodily parameters like heart rate, oxygen etc(please tell me what else to track) and as a tracker in emergency situation. So far I plan on making a device that has map with geo location and parameters like coordinates, elevation etc and also has a module that attaches to body to track the heart rate and oxygen level and can notify when sometimes is wrong and call emergency services in case of any unfortunate event.

It would be great if some experienced can guide me about what features I should include in the device, what they use currently and what could be improved.

Thank you for your responses.

I am looking for a durable water shoe that can also be used for hiking. Mostly for lava rocks/reefs in the ocean but also want something i can wear for general outdoor activities and heavy hiking. I have seen a lot of recommendations for the salomon techamfib 5s but are there any others you guys would recommend? I am looking around the $100 range if not less but really just want something comfortable and durable so am willing to pay a bit more if needed

I just did the South Kaibab descend and up the Bright Angel trail in the Grand Canyon with some inexpensive barefoot-style shoes. Along the way, among hundreds of fellow hikers, I only found one other hiker who also had barefoot-style shoes.

I'm aware they offer zero ankle support. However, that hasn't discouraged me from using barefoot-style shoes over regular shoes for years now, and I much prefer them

Be it a brand, type, or meals. What kind of food do you bring with you on trips, and why do you bring it? For me personally i always bring some fresh stuff like eggs, meat, butter, and/or rice because it's worth it in my opinion to have atleast one really nice meal at the end of the day or at the start. But kodak pancake mix is nice as well since takes no space and taste good. Plus good protein and decent calories at like 600-700 with butter and syrup. Otherwise i pack this one chinese soup noodle which tastes to good for instant noodles but kinda low calorie at about 500 a bag but high in sodium which is good. Though every now and then i do make my own mre's, because easy to do, lets you really get what you want and need, and if you do it right you have essentially "canned" homemade food that taste really good.

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