So far I’m liking the inexpensive Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
16x zoom
AA batteries
About $100-140 on Amazon right now.
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Leave a comment if you have any AA battery powered alternatives.
SUMMER SOLSTICE MICROADVENTURE CHALLENGE
The inspirational Alastair Humphreys throws down:
… On June 21st we want as many people as possible to try a microadventure.
HERE’S THE PLAN:
Grab a friend, a colleague or go on your own.
Head for the countryside (between June 15 and 30) by bike, on foot, by train, canoe or however you like. Sleep out under the stars (bivvy, not tent!) and have fun.
That’s it!
Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the obedience of fools. …
What’s a Microadventure?
Click PLAY or watch one on Vimeo.
There are many, many ways to enter the contest.
… submit a photo, a story or a video about your microadventure. As long as you make sure we see your submission you can consider yourself in the running for a prize. …
Prizes include: Trek Bikes, howies, Osprey Packs and Mountain Equipment
Click through for details.
Everest time lapse
This is being widely shared on social media. I think I saw if first posted by Kraig Becker. 🙂
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That’s from Elia Saikaly who was the only cameraman on their climb, 100% responsible for a 1M dollar reality television series.
related – Everest 2013: Season Recap: Summits, Records and Fights
HALO fuel cell – electronics on the trail
It fits on a standard gas canister. It gives power via heat and a fuel-cell mechanism. The HALO is a to-be-released camping product made to recharge small gadgets in the woods. …
That’s a Kickstarter project.
Thanks Warren.
related – Can You Really Generate Electricity with a Hiking Boot?
SolePower began a Kickstarter campaign this week
erecting tents in the rain
Figured that I might as well see how it was to set up our (expected) West Coast Trail tents in the rain. This was a good thing to do. The good tent got pretty wet inside, before I got the fly on. Next time I will be much faster getting the fly on correctly the first time….
The old tent is old, and the fly is no longer water tight. I ended up with puddles inside it after it had been in the rain for a few hours. I have now purchased and sprayed on some new waterproofing. Time for another test.
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training to HIKE
We have 11 spots booked for August on our #1 hike — the West Coast Trail.
Four of us did it together in 1999.
Warren got us out today for a “TRAINING hike”.
We marched the bank of the North Saskatchewan river.
3.5km with full packs? … That ought to be enough. Right? 🙂
See more photos from this grueling training session.
rainwater collecting tarp
Gear Junkie:
Tarp Blocks Rain, Collects Water for you to Drink
That’s a kickstarter project.
Thanks Warren.
why I sleep in a tent, if I can …
… there may be a big disadvantage to sleeping in a shelter versus choosing a tent. Hantavirus! This nasty affliction is spread by rodents, especially mice. Mice habituate shelters, and hikers tolerate them. …
Privacy – You aren’t a stuffed sardine when it gets crowded.
Warmth – A tent with a rainfly is warmer than an open shelter.
Better Sleep – You are not poked, or kicked, or outsnored.
No Mice – Those critters can drive you nuts!
Pacific Crest Trail Days 2013
Oregon in September
PCT DAYS 2013 is a great time for people to check out the latest outdoor products and gear, participate in classes and activities, visit with old and new friends, listen to music & watch movies, and celebrate the past, present and future of the Pacific Crest Trail.
The 7th annual Pacific Crest Trail Days will take place on Thunder Island of the Marine Park in Cascade Locks, Oregon on September 6-8, 2013.
who loves short shorts?
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