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Hiked the Pierce-Mizpah loop with my wife and friend. Pierce

Some shots with my new Tamron lens. Darren, please don't hammer me for not going with the 17-40mm. :-) Tammy Shots Slideshow

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend. Finally, some great weather! Some pics below for C&C. As always, your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks! For full high-resolution shots, please goto the album. Lesson learned this weekend: With my 50mm 1.4 lens, (maybe all lenses) portraits...

Greetings, As some of you know, I'm very new to SLR photography. I hiked Moosilauke's South Peak yesterday and took several photos along the way. All shots were taken with my Rebel XTi using a 50mm 1.4 prime lens. The majority of the shots were taken using a tripod. Your feedback would be...

Does anyone here use the hyperfocal distance for maximizing DOF? If not, what method do you use? (i.e., focus 1/3 in, 1/2 in, focus on primary subject of interest and let the aperture take care of the rest, use your DOF preview, etc., etc.) I'm very curious as to what techniques you've found to...

Greetings everyone, As some of you know, I just recently purchased my 1st DSLR camera system. Camera: Canon Rebel XTi Lens: Canon 50mm F/1.4 Today was my first chance to put it to use out in the field. Location: Mt. Monandock Conditions: Bright Sun, Scattered Clouds Most of my shots were...

Can anyone recommend a compact "hiker friendly" tripod that won't break the bank? It would only need to support a Rebel XTi and at most a 300mm lens. I'm very shaky when it comes to taking photos so I think a tripod could help make my photos a lot crisper, especially when I'm looking to obtain...

Any recommendations on a good UV filter? The Tamron lens that I'm considering has a filter size of 67mm. I've been told by others that a UV filter is a must, not only for blocking UV light but more importantly for protecting the front element of the lens. I know there are numerous...

Calling all DSLR Gurus! I've finally made the decision to purchase a DSLR camera. After an extensive amount of research, I had decided up the Canon XTi Rebel, along with the 17-85mm IS lens. (Package deal ~ $1175) However, I just stumbled upon a Canon 30d package that includes a 28-135mm IS...

I live in the Southern NH area. (Merrimack) Does anyone know where I can locate some tincture of benzoin? I've used it in the past (came with my first-aid kit) to adhere moleskin to my feet and it worked perfectly. If I recall correctly, I don't think your typical pharmacy such as CVS or Rite...

I'm considering hitting South Peak via Glencliff Trail tomorrow. It's been several years since I've hiked this trail, and I've never done it during the winter. Based on recent weather events (snow), and the characteristics of this trail, do you think it'd be over-kill to attempt it via...

I'm considering something short & easy on Sunday that'll allow me to get back home to my family in time for dinner. Some thoughts were the Hedghog loop, Potash, East Osceola, maybe even Greeley Ponds. If anyone's interested in joining me, please let me know. - Bill

I'm planning on doing Moosilauke this coming weekend via Benton Trail. I've never hiked this trail before but I've read that they gate Tunnel Brook Road at the bridge in the winter. Does anyone know if the road has been gated yet? If so, how much of a walk is it from the gate to the...

I just recieved my Patagonia Micro Puff Pullover jacket. The idea was to replace my heavy 300-wt fleece Denali jacket. I've been reading conflicting reports as to whether or not compressing synthetic insulation such as polarguard delta will shorten it's life expectancy. Polarguard Delta is...

Can anyone recommend an accurate / inexpensive scale to weigh all my hiking gear individually? I see that Bed Bath & Beyond has a kitchen scale that has an 11lb capacity and does 1/8 ounce increments, but it's $40. I was hoping there may be a cheaper solution that's still farily accurate...

Greetings, I was just reading up on this "Blizzard Survival Bag" and it sounds quite intriguing. Has anyone here field tested it to see how it compares to an Adventure Thermo-Lite Bivvy Sack? I currently have the Adventure bivvy sack but was wondering if it'd be worth upgrading, especially...

Greetings, I just recently purchased my first stove, an MSR WhisperLite. I bought it primarily for emergencies, such as melting snow to stay hydrated in the event that I'm stuck on a mountain for an extended period of time. I also plan to use it to cook soup, hot cocoa, etc. to keep warm on...

Sorry if this sounds like a novice question, but I don't have a lot of experience dealing with the AMC Huts. Does Zealand Falls Hut have potable water available for thru hikers? (not spending the night) I'm trying to decide whether or not to turn around at the Zealand summit, or possibly...

Does anyone have the GPS coordinates for the Zealand Falls Hut and Zealand Summit? I'm looking to hike these on Saturday and I'd like to plug them into my GPS. Thanks! - Bill

Greetings everyone. The weather appears to be shaping up nicely for this weekend, so I'd like to take advantage of it with a hike that offers superb views. Originally I was planning on doing Middle/South Carter, but now I'm wondering if the Wildcats would offer better views. I've read that...