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What's the advantage to a bent-shaft paddle?
What's the advantage (or advantages) of a bent-shaft canoe paddle?
I've been told that it allows for more efficient use of both arms: the rationale I heard was that your arm on the grip does more work than your arm on the blade with a straight…
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What sleeping bags are needed for a northbound thru-hike of the AT
If you were attempting a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, starting roughly now (being mid to late March) and going northbound, how many sleeping bags and of what types would you need, assuming cost is not an option?
So a little background. I've…
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Magnetic deviation at either pole
I know that the magnetic north is not exactly at the polar north, so when hiking very close to the Northern Pole, you have to take the difference into account.
This got me thinking: Is this also a problem on the Southern Pole?
I would say "yes," but…
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Navigational gear worldwide
Is there any difference in navigational equipment between the northern and southern hemisphere? We live in the northern hemisphere but will be emigrating to the southern in the next few weeks. We'll take our usual compasses and GPS units with us in…
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How do you determine worm color for Large Mouth Bass
When I was growing up and fishing for Large Mouth Bass with my grandfather we primarily used plastic worms. Color and style matters a lot, and different worms had significantly different results. To compound that, the "magic combination" seemed to…
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Is it safe to fire 38 caliber rounds in a 357 magnum pistol?
I have a .357 revolver. The rounds have a significant amount of kick. When I go out target shooting the kick makes it unpleasant to shoot before I have gone through a full box of ammunition.
Someone told me you can fire 38 caliber rounds in a…
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Are climbing harnesses tested for upside down falls?
Does anyone know if standard climbing harnesses (not chest harnesses) are actually rated (e.g. tested and certified) for use in upside down falls?
Obviously falling upside down is a bad idea, and we should avoid it for many good reasons.
But I…
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On a coast to coast walk across Scotland, which areas would require the most self-sufficiency?
As a keen hiker with some time off I am considering a self-supported walk across Scotland.
Which route/locations would encompass the most self-sufficiency (wild camping/hammock locations) whilst bagging a considerable number of Munros and scenic…
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How do you avoid Norovirus on the AT?
Every year on the AT (Appalachian trail) Norovirus sweeps through like wildfire and the problem only increases as trail density increases.
What are the best methods for minimizing risk of contracting Norovirus on the AT?
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Quickest / most efficient way to ascend a hanging rope with rock climbing gear?
Recently I saw an arborist climbing up a single rope with an unbelievable speed, as if it was just a ladder.
Of course he was using all kinds of specialized gear including foot/chest ascenders and I think one of the usual arborist friction…
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Is it safe to add boiling water to Mylar?
Many pre-packaged meals are designed to cook in the pouch by adding boiling water. If I am making my own meals with mylar pouches, would it be safe too cook them by adding boiling water to the pouch?
To be clear, I'm not concerned about it…
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How to transport diving knives / shears?
If I am required to transport my diving equipment (in the UK and Abroad) what are the best practices of transporting my diving knife / shears?
If on a plane this can just go in the hold luggage same as transporting any knife, but the UK seems to…
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Where does the name Deadman come from in mountaineering gear?
Why is a Deadman called so? Where does the name come from?
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How to attach snowboard to backpack during skitour?
I'm a snowboarder.
In preparation for a skitour trip, I was on the lookout for splitboards. But it turns out that even renting them can be a bit of a hassle and/or is quite expensive.
As availability for a splitboard is questionable, I'd like to…
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What are good indicators of hail approaching?
I live in a country where hail can strike suddenly and unexpected at any time of the year. I am trying to figure out if in COMMON weather data available to me, I could find patterns that may indicate a potential hail storm or if I have to rely on…
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