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Timothy Strimple
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Is it possible to rappel with only a rope? (No harness, Prusik cord, or other gear)

44 votes
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Can/Should I cook in my tent?

32 votes
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How do I treat hot spots and blisters when I have no moleskin?

26 votes

Keeping warm in an emergency

23 votes
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How can I prevent batteries from losing charge in cold weather?

22 votes
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What are some alternative ways of fishing - i.e. catching fish?

16 votes

How much water should be carried while hiking in the desert?

15 votes

Where can I find if a fixed blade knives is legal to carry around in a given country?

14 votes
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How do I Eskimo roll a kayak?

14 votes
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I put a big gouge in the bow of my canoe going across rocks. How can I fix it?

13 votes

What is the difference between external and internal-frame packs?

12 votes

How does one dry clothes in humid weather?

12 votes
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How to reduce the annoying sound of falling raindrops on a tent?

12 votes
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Folding versus fixed blade knives

10 votes

What essential items should go in a small first aid kit?

10 votes

What do I need to look for in good, quality hiking boots?

10 votes

How can you navigate without a compass or GPS

9 votes
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What negative consequences can result from having too much toe room in a shoe

9 votes
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What should I look for if I want to buy a winter-proofed tent?

8 votes
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Is it worth buying a footprint for a tent?

8 votes
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How do I tie a stopper knot?

8 votes
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What kinds of knives are allowed while camping in California?

8 votes

Gas or liquid fuel lighter?

7 votes

How to deal with wet feet?

7 votes
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Rougher treks with Vibram Fivefingers

7 votes

Bear bags vs Bear canisters: which is better?

6 votes

Is there a straightforward way to calculate energy requirements for a trek

6 votes

How do I find known and documented trails for trail running in New England?

5 votes
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How can you prevent trekking pole locking mechanisms from slipping?

5 votes

Where in the Alps is it safe to drink the water without filtering?

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