Recent content by thehikingdude

Nope, all I had to do was include the URL of the animated gif and the key gif. No more to it. It automatically links right back to the web site. I was sure to leave the Copyright in there just in case. I was actually surprised with how easy it was to do.

You're very welcome!! And welcome to the forum, I see you have already placed your first post. Thanks for joining.

New Hiking Forum based in Portland, OR Thanks for all the help in the past. Your kindness gave me an idea and a friend and I started up our own website a couple of days ago. Come and check it out sometime. You are more than welcome to join as well, though I know Oregon is quite far away. Link...

Here's a few pics from this weekends trip. I only stayed one night, but it was worth it. Notice anything odd about the first pic? Full Album: http://jeffandjean.smugmug.com/gallery/869520

This was taken just last night on a 3 day backpacking trip, cut short by a badly twisted knee. This is the only pic I have uploaded so far. Mink Lake in Central Oregon - about 15 miles from the closest road.

Very differnt option, but one to consider - Black Diamond Lighthouse http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&productId=47783167&parent_category_rn=4500457&vcat=REI_SEARCH 3lbs. 12oz. 30.8 Sq. Ft. I've had this tent about a year now and love it. Check...

Wow! I didn't expect so much interest in my question. So now all I need to do is get a zip loc bag and pour in some oatmeal, rice, peanuts, ramen noodles, olive oil and some tuna. :p Actually all the ideas sound doable, I will need to make a trip to the grocery store and see what I come up...

Hello all, I leave this weekend for a 5-day, approx 44 mile trip by myself. Will be staying at 3 different sites, assuming I'm able to stick with my plan. Normally I would bring coffee and bagles with PB for breakfast, possibly even lunch. Some jerky for snacks along with 1 to 2 Powerbars for...

I have the non-insulated version of the Big Agnes and absolutely love it. It takes little time and effort to blow it up. When defalted, it's about the same size as a nalgene bottle if not smaller. VERY comfy!!!!! I just recently got a Big Agnes Lost Ranger 15 degree down sleeping bag which has...

Check out the Brunton Crux. I love it! http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&productId=47575356&parent_category_rn=4500453&vcat=REI_SEARCH "This stove is so compact, its carrying case is designed to fit in the concave bottom of a fuel cartridge!"

I currently own the Black Diamond Lighthouse (weighs in at 3lbs. 10 oz.) but am just thinking of my options. I also have the vestibule but haven't really needed it yet...

Looks good to me. I'm jealous - very light!!! Here's a checklist I created that you might be interested in. Yes, some of these items may look odd, but it's my own personal list.

Yep, mine is smaller. It's a perfect fit for the 18-70 kit lens but that's it. Impressive gallery!!! -jeff

Another one to consider is the Vasque Sundowner Summit GTX. I first tried the Asolo, but they just didn't have the traction that I was accustomed to. So far I love the Sundowner's...

http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?productId=47914535&storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&langId=-1&addon=724388-724387&ext_cat=undefined Anybody tried one of these or the 2 person model? What about options for a rain fly? -jeff