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I use a Nemo Moonlander. It's bombproof and super simple to set up, but has a pretty big weight penalty. It makes a nice, strong flat spot in the pack, bottom or back, that makes things carry a bit better. The no-legs height is great for pads or cots, and the legs bring it up perfect for a...

Unabashed stovaholic here. My overall favorite twig stove is the Firebox G2 Titanium. Light enough to pack every trip, big enough to warm up over and dry things out. Lots of versatility in fuel use, including charcoal, pellets, alcohol, and iso. You need a burner for alcohol and iso, but it...

You will find it heavy and stable. There are many other facets of aluminum canoes that warrant consideration, but you will find it stable.

6'3" 320# guy here. At typical female heights, 5'2"-5'8", 265 is going to sit high and wide compared to the boats center of gravity. Girthy bodies also move and react to movement much differently than lean bodies. You will likely find any dedicated flatwater solo to be rather unstable. Look for...

Depends on what the conditions demand. Tarps are pretty flexible pieces of kit. I don't know that I've ever not been able to set one up.

What is your channel name? I love small channels.

Canoe the North has several very high quality videos from the north country. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you!

Does anyone have any experience with the Northstar Polaris in solo mode vs the SRT? I loved the polaris, except for the seat height, but I don't have an SRT near me. I am also looking at the Clipper Caribou S, but that's even worse for availability.

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Haha, I read this as sand like use abrasive paper and then realized you probably meant distribute sand for traction. We don't use much sand where I'm from, so it gave me a hilarious mental picture.

I feel inspired reading through these posts. I am yet a young man of 38, with hopefully many trips yet to plan and take. I appreciate the words you all have shared, and the many stories you have written in these forums. They make me more cognizant of the inexorable passage of time and the...

I enjoy an icy dip from time to time. It's mentally challenging, hysterically fun with a group, and the endorphin release when you get out and start warming up is unbelievable.

I hope we run into you again this time @billconner

Another fantastic thread. Thank you, sir, for taking the time to share your stories with the forum.

I have ordered from them twice. Both were good interactions.

The stresses can certainly build quickly. Long levers and high tip loads (large blades) are hallmarks of double blade canoe paddles. I have a couple Bending Branches double blades and the 280cm wood shaft has some significant flex under loading. Not a concerning amount, but enough to remind one...

Yellowstone went for $400.

Looks like this family was well on their way to outfitting a store. Tons of stuff, most is pickup in Iowa City, IA on Tuesday the 10th. Auction ends 2130, EDT. https://bids.wearsauctioneering.com/auctions/28416-colossal-camping-and-canoeing-ia-city-23-1008ol?page=5&pageSize=100

Good article. I tend to fall prey to the attitude of "its got to be better/bigger/more difficult than the last one" mentality, to the detriment of my partners ability to one, go on a trip; and two, enjoy the trip when they do get to go.