The Camping Addict

posted by Simon on Dec 31

Clean Water Kit

PUR, the Swiss division of Proctor and Gamble, has created an easy to carry, easy to use water purification kit. The kit, initially developed for use in Third World countries, is useful in applications where you need a large supply of drinking water all at once and boiling the water would be tedious and impractical. The kit consists of two collapsible containers, a stirring tool, a clothe filter, and packets of purification chemical.

The water to be purified is poured into the first container and a chemical is stirred into it. This chemical creates a flocculus that looks something like cotton candy. The flocculus traps impurities in the water and then sinks to the bottom of the container after about ten minutes. The water is then strained into the second container and is ready to drink. The PUR Clean Drinking Water Kit will treat exactly 10 liters of water at a time (no variations on the amount of water are permissible for safe results) and is especially good for water that carries lots of particulate matter, like lake wate

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posted by Simon on Dec 31

You can’t always carry water with you on a long hike, but it isn’t safe to drink water you find in the wild without treating it first. One of the safest and easiest ways to do this is boiling. While many experts advise bringing water to a full rolling boil for five to ten minutes, that isn’t really necessary in most cases. Raising the temperature of water to anything above 155 degrees Fahrenheit, which is the same temperature required to pasteurize milk, will kill most germs found in melted snow or lake or stream water.

At the highest altitudes water boils at 167 degrees Fahrenheit. Since boiling points decrease as altitude decreases, the easiest way to make sure the water is treated properly before drinking it is to just heat it until it starts to bubble.  An ultralight stove and a collapsible pot are all you need to keep your drinking water safe and potable on your journey.

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posted by Simon on Dec 31

Coleman F1

If you love to hike or backpack, you know that every ounce of weight feels like ten ounces after an hour on the trail. The Coleman F1 Ultralight Stove is a compressed canister stove that only weighs 2.7 ounces yet packs a whopping 16,400 BTUs of heat. The flame is adjustable and burns evenly to avoid scorching, a common problem with other canister-type stoves.

The Coleman F1 Ultralight comes with a carrying pouch and a light collapsible cooking pan to keep everything neat in and ready to go in your pack. With a retail price of well under $50, this little stove is a good investment even for people who don’t camp. Having a little stove on had can be a lifesaver during power outages, especially for homes that don’t have an outdoor grill. Experience campers can improve the stability of this already sturdy light stove by investing in a canister support stand, but even without that, the Coleman F1 Ultralight comes highly recommended.

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posted by Simon on Dec 29

Naos 70

A week-long backpacking trip basically guarantees at least one day of rain. Don’t worry the waterproof Arc’teryx Naos 70 Backpack ensures your gear stays dry. Arc’teryx constructed this revolutionary pack with seam-taped waterproof VaporTight fabric and a roll-top closure to keep every drop of water from your gear. Water-tight zippers on the two front pockets and lid keep your smaller items dry, as well.

The Naos 70 Backpack’s Monoframe uses two aluminum stays for amazing support while its pre-formed shoulder straps and waist-belt provide unparalleled comfort. The pivoting Load Transfer Disc allows the waist-belt to flex with you and eliminates chafing during your week in the mountains.

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posted by Simon on Dec 29

Osprey Aether 70

Osprey Aether 70 Pack If you like your pack streamlined, but enjoy bringing those creature comforts along, the Aether 70 by Osprey is the pack for you. An ideal size for the majority of backpackers, the Aether 70 will carry what you need - whatever your favorite adventure. AirScape suspension IsoForm Components AirScape backpanel with nubbed foam and grip mesh covering provides superior breathability and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact. IsoForm harness in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts features spacer mesh surface with no sewn seams for superb comfort and contoured fit. IsoForm CM Hipbelts provide custom, heat molded fit in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts.

Dual entry stretch woven side pockets allows easy access to water bottles. Welded stretch woven front pocket delivers extra carrying capacity. Ski/Trekking pole loops secure skis or poles for easy, stable transport. Spacious, zippered sleeping bag compartment provides organized load division and easy alternative access to main pack body. Removable sleeping pad straps are there when you need them, gone when you don’t. Weight: Medium - 4 lb. 9 oz. / 2.07 kg. Large - 4 lb. 12 oz. / 2.15 kg. Volume: Medium - 4200 cu.in. / 70 liters Large - 4400 cu.in. / 73 liters

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posted by Simon on Dec 29

Arc

Arcteryx Bora 80 Backpack (Spring 2009) The Bora 80 Pack by Arcteryx has thermoformed hip belts and shoulder straps, and the V-stay suspension comfortably handles expedition sized loads. This robust pack features WaterTight zippers, DWR coated Materials, and a reinforced bottom to repel the elements. Trekking for a week or more requires a serious pack. Specifications: Weight: 6 lbs 10 oz (3 kgs) S; 6 lbs 13 oz (3.1 kgs) R; 7lbs 1 oz (3.2 kgs) T Volume: 4390 cu in (72 ltr) to 4940 cu in (81 ltr) S; 4700 cu in (77 ltr) to 5250 cu in (86 ltr) R; 5000 cu in (82 ltr) to 5550 cu in (92 ltr) T

Features: Double layered fabric pack bottom Six external compression straps Full-length side zip Hose clip Interchangeable unisex dual density shoulder straps Interchangeable unisex thermoformed hip belt Kangaroo pocket with drain hole Key clip Occipital cavity Sleeping bag compartment Thermoformed back panel Two external daisy chains, ice axe holders, and water bottle pockets WaterTight zippers Materials: HDPE frame sheet 6061 aluminum stay 420D ripstorm 630D super pack nylon reinforcements Hypalon trim We are not able to ship Arcteryx products outside the US because of that other thing.

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posted by Simon on Dec 27

Mountain Hardwear Hammerhead 2

The Hammerhead 2 and 3 Tents by Mountain Hardwear are their best selling camping tents for warm weather. Hammerheads are free-standing, two and three person tents with a neat, convertible roof panel that opens to reveal the stars, and two huge vestibules for storage. Mesh windows roll back for additional venting. Three Atlas 7001 poles hold it all together. Guaranteed watertight construction. Superlight option: pitch with fly and Pitch Light footprint to shave pounds. Footprint sold separately. Capacity: 2 Minimum Weight: 6.55 lb / 2.97 kg Floor Area: 35.95 sq ft / 3.34 sq m Vestibule Area: 7.53 sq ft / 0.70 sq m 2nd Vestibule Area: 7.53 sq ft / 0.70 sq m Number of doors: 2 Number of poles: 3 Number of vestibules: 2 Floor fabric: All Mountain 3000 Nylon Body fabric: All Mountain 70D Nylon Body fabric: No-See-Um Netting Number of mesh windows: 1 Exterior height: 4.10 ft / 125.00 cm Interior height: 3.74 ft / 114.00 cm Tension sleeves: 0 Packed diameter: 5.91 in / 15.00 cm Packed length: 16.93 in / 43.00 cm Type: 3 season Pitch Light Weight: 2.05 kg

Features: Guaranteed watertight construction with fully taped fly, taped perimeter seam, welded corners and welded guy clip anchors. Rain room tested with 1200 of rain in 24 hours. Atlas 7001 pole system is strong, lightweight, durable, resistant to corrosion and dents, and easy to service by hand in the field Pitch Light configuration allows user to set up a super-light shelter using only the tent fly, poles and footprint (sold separately) Superlight buckles and webbing reduce tent weight Reflective guy-out loops, starter points and zipper pulls for easy set-up at night Large mesh area for maximum ventilation when needed; can be covered with zippered roll-back sky panel for protection and privacy High ceiling for extra head room Two large canopy doors with dual slider zippers for easy entry Two ample vestibules for storage

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posted by Simon on Dec 27

Apex 2XT

The Apex 2 XT is a lightweight 2 person tent with 2 doors, 2 vestibules and great ventilation. Both doors and the back wall of the tent are no-see-um mesh for great ventilation and stargazing opportunities. The sturdy shockcorded fiberglass frame is durable and packs down to 18.5″. Two vestibules provide cover for excess gear and allow for great venting in the rain by shielding the mesh on the doors. An additional poke out wall vent provides even more ventilation options. Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for weather protection. Free standing design is easy to set up. Sleeps 2. Bathtub floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground for superior protection. 2 vestibules, 6.7 sq.ft. each, provide excess gear storage. Multi-coated polyester fly covers non-closable roof and wall vents.

Dimensions - 7 ft 5 in x 4 ft 11 in. Center height - 3 ft 7.5 in. Shockcorded fiberglass frame is compact, easy to set up and very sturdy and stable. Clip and rod pocket assembly for fast easy stable set up. Poles attach to tent body via pin and ring and pole sleeve pockets for fast and easy set up. Poke out vent in sidewall provides additional ventilation when needed. 2 mesh gear pockets for internal storage, clothes line loops and flashlight loop. 2 doors for easy entry and exit. 2 windows and a large mesh roof vent provides excellent ventilation. Twin track zippers for separate operation windows in the doors. External guy points on the fly help secure your tent in high winds. Bright cheery colors keeps things bright even in the rain. All carry bags and stakes included. Fire retardant.

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posted by Simon on Dec 27

Big Agnes SeedHouse

Big Agnes has taken the very popular and already light Seedhouse series and made them ultralight. The Big Agnes Seedhouse 2 SL is a very roomy and very light tent for 2 people. Easy to pitch with its 1 piece shockcorded aluminum frame and hub system, this modified ‘A’ frame is extremely sturdy. By utilizing the newest and lightest materials Big Agnes has crafted a tent that is unparalleled in space to weight ratio. This gives the user more room than others in the same weight class. In addition it has a lightweight nylon fly impregnated with silicone (outer) and coated with a polyurethane (inner) for extreme water protection. Sleeps 2 Main fly and floor seams are factory sealed. Super light aluminum shockcorded poles with attached hub system for fast easy set up. Bath Tub floor wraps up the side of the tent. DAC Featherlite 7000 series aluminum poles. 1 mesh ‘D’ door.

The fly is a lightweight high tenacity ripstop nylon with an outer silicone coating and inner polyurethane coating. The floor is a lightweight, seamless high tenacity ripstop nylon with an outer silicone coating and inner polyurethane coating. All mesh canopy is great for ventilation and stargazing. Durable plastic clips attach body to frame for speed and added ventilation. By using the fly, poles and optional nylon footprint you can do a fly only or Fast Fly set up at 2 lbs. 2 oz. Fly attaches with side release buckles. Post and grommet for fast easy set up. 2 mesh utility pockets for gear storage. Flashlight loop. Tent, pole and stake bags included. Fire retardant.

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posted by Simon on Dec 26

Lowa Renegade

European-manufactured start to finish, LOWA hiking boots are perfect for weekend adventurers who want functional footwear with out-of-the-box comfort. Lighter weight than traditional hiking boots - geared to day hiking or exercise walking. They excel for on-trail use, hiking with light day or hydration packs, scrambling, or everyday outdoor use.

Derby cut lacing to comfortably fit a wider range of feet, plus a bi-injection midsole for greater comfort and stability. Sturdy, all-purpose, all-terrain, all-weather boot. Uppers in water-repellent Nubuk leather with Cordura ankle band.

GORE-TEX lining for ultimate climate comfort and waterproof protection * Vibram ‘Vialta’ outsole for improved grip and shock absorption.

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