Re: alum
The main advantages of using the prepared alum solution rather than dry alum crystals or powder: faster acting (probably not important for backpackers at...
driftersmith 2008-04-08 08:49:30 #50258

Re: extra shoes
I personally think liner socks are not needed. One of the reasons people get hot spots and blisters is heat from wearing two many socks. A good pair of...
paigefalk69 2008-04-08 07:38:54 #50257

Re: extra shoes
I like to wear sandals with a closed toe around camp. The closed toe alleviates "stumping" your toes on rocks lor other toe busting things and you can...
Russell & Kandice Ownby 2008-04-08 07:27:01 #50256

Re: alum
This is some good information... Personally I think this approach would be better suited to boating rather than hiking as the solution will surely weigh more...
Peter Borremans 2008-04-08 07:22:36 #50255

andrew skurka
fyi to those that may be in the area ... according to his website he'll be speaking at the Canyon Village Marketplace , this Fri, April 11, @ 7pm ...
couldbne1 2008-04-08 07:16:43 #50254

Re: extra shoes
I carry a pair of Teva sandals for camp duty. The closed toe variety (to keep my toes from cracking into a obstacle) is my preference, as I can even wear...
Darin 2008-04-08 07:06:44 #50253

Re: extra shoes
My first hike below the rim at the canyon was a solo Rim2Rim last May, North to south. I read, and read, and read everything I could on this group for...
larry rider 2008-04-08 06:42:16 #50252

Re: I bought boots!
Make sure you "test" them while WEARING your loaded pack. Shoes that feel great without a pack, may not feel "just right" after you walk with a pack on..Get...
larry rider 2008-04-08 06:18:31 #50251

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