Re: Filters & Stoves
Jim,
Where you going? The answer might be different depending on your water
sources.
I do not recommend a filter for Colorado river water or the "salad"...
Dick Matthews 2008-02-21 13:33:40 #49646
Re: low trail hiker shoes vs above ankle hikers?
I agree with Paul
a top notch GC trekker (more than twice my experience in GC) in excellent shape was with me on an 8 day trek. I advised against the 'low...
Dr. Brown 2008-02-21 12:29:23 #49645
Re: Filters & Stoves
Best lightweight water filter is none. :o) Some GC hikers do use one,
but are minority.
Best current stove technology is JetBoil, but typical unit setup is...
Doug Nering 2008-02-21 12:26:23 #49644
Filters & Stoves
I am planning a late March 5 day backpack. I'm looking for suggestions
on lightweight stoves and water filters.
Thanks
Jim Berryman-Shafer 2008-02-21 11:42:01 #49643
Re: Phantom Canyon advice
Reid,
Also, a great trek is to see where the spring water pours out of the wall in
Haunted Canyon---March is a great time to see a lot
of water coming out. ...
Tracey W 2008-02-21 10:17:25 #49642
Re: low trail hiker shoes vs above ankle hikers?
Here is my two cents worth. I've been up and down those trails a
lot, and the answer to what kind of boot to wear is not simple.
Conventional wisdom is a...
pkbinder 2008-02-21 09:22:48 #49641
Re: Got the "you're gonna die" letter for our June hike
If I was at the BCO desk doing a permit for a solo hiker going to
Trinity, I would ask Chris (or anyone else) for a hiker info sheet.
On Feb 20, 2008, at...
Doug Nering 2008-02-21 09:18:42 #49640
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