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Hiring out your gear.
thats the worst part when they wreck your gear they just give it back and walk away and take no responsibiity when they should be replacing it... ah but you're ... -
Down Jackets
Me too but it's nice knowing it's there for an emergency. Even if something goes wrong on a daywalk. It's never happened though. -
Osprey pack repair @ Bivouac
Good to see some backup service in this day and age. Will definitely be a factor when my current 15 year old pack is up for retirement. On an unrelated ... -
R value of mattresses in huts - query
In the end, I was comfortably warm with the quilt in the huts on the Kepler Track in early February this year. I used a silk/cotton liner to avoid sticking to ... -
Garmin inReach explorer +
not bad, but not as accurate as NZ topos. they look like hte contours have been computer generated and dont bear as accurate a resemblance to all the topography.cliffs for ... -
Free GPS Topo Maps for Garmin - Mac Compatible
Have you searched these forums? Try "garmin" and "nz topo", do some research then maybe ask some targeted questions? -
Cleaning a Down sleeping bag?
Yeah I guess they wouldn't be mean enough to manipulate punters into ruining their bags so they have to buy a new one! -
Smaller pack
I had a pack with a drawstring enclosure so I used a very light roll-top packliner and this also extended the capacity of the pack. -
Sleeping bag or Down Jacket & trousers?
The nature of your adventure will determine exactly what kind of sleeping bag you need to buy. Factors like you need to consider: Comfort rating (look for comfort rating, most sellers ... -
Altra trail runners for the Kepler & Rakiura?
Yep, was very windy on the tops. Hardly took any photos as I was concentrating on not getting blown off! Poor visibility anyway. -
Who delivers Amazon ?.
I think a lot of tracking software isnt working right at the moment.Probably due to a common point in the delivery chain. Ive had a couple of aliexpress orders show ... -
Experience using two way sat communicators
@madpom having same problem with my InReach Mini. (Garmin) use phone to send messages. but usually does not show my location to the recipient Garmin thought it was lack of updating ... -
Macpac repair/parts
The plastic lining the battens have disintegrated and harness is quite well worn. I'd be happy just for the plastic to be replaced. Will make some photos and bring it into a ... -
Macpac Rain Jacket is pilling ....
gore tex are bringing out new versions of their membranes and farbrics https://outdoorsmagic.com/article/gore-tex-pro-fabric-reinvented Three New Types Of Gore-Tex Pro The variations? That’ll be Most Rugged Technology, Stretch Technology and Most Breathable Technology. Most Rugged ... -
Warning: Etrex 20 rubber deteriation, again...
Well, it just a heads up, now we know that this is the failure mode of this model gps. Id be adding extra protection of some kind now, before it ... -
2 person lightweight tent options
Hah! If Paul find the price of a Tarp Tent creation "ouch", then he will be squealing if paying for a Hilleberg. Over $1000... -
Rain Jacket for NZ conditions
garments wont remain waterproof with DWR alone columbia havee waterproof clothing that is a toughened polyeurethane with no other face fabric attached, , it doesnt need dwr, water runs off well., ... -
Waistbelt chaffing issues
clothing can be a big factor. Have you replaced your shorts. Mine chaff a little under the waist belt but its because they use a tied string to hold them ... -
Cooking equipment for groups
No issue. When I take it along it means the party is large enough that we have economies of scale. I've used it to cook for 10 people. I store ... -
Where to buy camping gear
if you can get to nelson there will be a better choice of shops there or even better christchurch -
Making that phone last
other way around batteries in hot environment lose charge faster cold temps just temporarily reduce the speed the battery can discharge making it look like its lost its charge https://www.thoughtco.com/why-batteries-discharge-quickly-cold-weather-607889 -
Boots for big feet size 14us
Hi all Thanks for the input. Thought I would give an update. You guys are right on the money. It came down to fit. I not a fan of buying shoes ... -
Tarptent moment dw
@Gaiters Hi, Can't provide any useful comment on tops use as I haven't had it up there yet. Have had it in some windy situations, one in particular on a beach ... -
lightweight gear
yes american weather can be worse than NZ, certainly colder, easily as windy at times, it has the windiest place in the world but three is also a lot of ... -
Packrafting with a dog
Thanks @madpom. I just had a read of that - some good info. Cheers
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