#hikerchat - Spring Cleaning, Gear Care
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backroadramblrs
A4. We go for one splurge item every. Otherwise, we really love our tried and true! #hikerchat
RegisterCouple
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine TRYING to not try out so much new gear to save money, but. #hikerchat #reiemployee
TheHikingDiva
replying to @yourlead_van @yourlead_van @TETONsports can you fit the pony in the hammock with you? #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @afoxintheforest @afoxintheforest @Bernardine That's awesome, keep it growing. It's so fun to pick an activity from a closet like that #hikerchat
LisaPulsifer
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4 #hikerchat Usually A bit of both. Lately tho been trying to go lighter so getting some new gear to try
outsidemagazine
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4: We'll always have our go-tos, but we're total gear heads so we can't resist trying the latest and greatest. #hikerchat
SLIL1
Chrisism_ink
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine Well, you know my reason for wanting to try a bunch of new things ;) However, I do have some trusted st… https://t.co/QcaBa0x4Xi
MomsWanderlust
A4: I'm a creature of comfort and habit, but I won't lie, the new camping shower my hubby bought me is the BEST.THING.EVER. #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @bushwhackingfoo @bushwhackingfoo Get on it Captain, they should get you all setup. They make GREAT bags #hikerchat
t_jh2009
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3) My "hiking" sandals, they're great for light day hikes that still offer some support & protection for my feet. #HikerChat
jaypeatravels
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @TETONsports 3 Miles is good, its 5k! It's all relative. I'm working towards my first big trail race… https://t.co/CJwL5NNf1I
TETONsports
replying to @BenOnAdventures @BenOnAdventures Solid pick! Their stuff is awesome! #hikerchat
LisaPulsifer
replying to @seatoskyair
@seatoskyair Best answer for Q3 #hikerchat.
Wish I had a float plane in my closet… @HowardSlutsken
seatoskyair
replying to @backroadramblrs @backroadramblrs Oooh, now you're making me jealous! #hikerchat
WhistlerSummit
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports Just found this and thought it was too good not to share. Anyone had this happen to them? #hikerchat
publiclandlvr
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @Bernardine True for us too. I have some gear, like my @smokey_bear day pack that I've saved for my so… https://t.co/rQl4fUUpzk
thebackpackertv
A4: @Bernardine #hikerchat We love when gear companies send out some new backpacks for reviews. @TETONsports :-) Love my old stuff also.
paulina_dao
replying to @purpleosh @purpleosh @TETONsports @JoshuaTreeNPS Tell Kari it's for science! #hikerchat
DryGuyHQ
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4: We mix it up! I still have gear that I bought way long ago #hikerchat
WildWithinHer
A4. I would probably be a total gearhead if I had the budget for it. Mostly tried and true, although I do update for weight. #hikerchat
jaypeatravels
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @Audg007 @billbrokob @RCGibby73 Awesome, You got it! #hikerchat
tcdixon3
RT @Hiker_Steve: What is #CDNHikeChat all about, not just hiking. https://t.co/HiTfdVUHd4 #ParkChat #Trailtime #GearMeOut #HikerChat #Canad…
Kootenaicountry
replying to @AdventureGlass @AdventureGlass dammit #hikerchat! Why do I never bring food before we start! #starving
DevenVankirk
replying to @yourlead_van @yourlead_van @TETONsports That reminds me....I need to break out my kayak...it's been too long. #hikerchat
KovasP
replying to @pibb41 @pibb41 @TETONsports yes but also road biking depending on conditions #hikerchat
MsKristiana
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine We have go to items, but I'm currently exploring "no swish" hiking pants. I freaking HATE the swooshing noise! #hikerchat
junipers333
RT @TETONsports: Spring is in the air! We have @Bernardine co-hosting this week on #hikerchat and we're talking Spring & gear care. Join in…
DenaliStores
replying to @WhistlerSummit @WhistlerSummit @TETONsports I've done that on purpose before, lol #hikerchat
RCGibby73
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4I like trying new gear if it fits the adventure. Brighter headlamps, lighter packs etc #hikerchat
Audg007
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4: broke and stoked. I use my gear until i cannot any longer. New gear is awesome though when you can… https://t.co/4iajGyYB0U
TheHikingDiva
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4 I'm up for trying new stuff but I am content with what I have. #hikerchat
backroadramblrs
replying to @AdventureGlass @AdventureGlass I was fitted for my first and only pack in 1998 - yikes! #hikerchat
Bernardine
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @publiclandlvr @afoxintheforest @TETONsports Agreed! I'll keep my bears. #hikerchat
KovasP
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A4 try out gear and compare to faves, hoping to find new ones #hikerchat
TETONsports
Q5. Camp stoves, what's your best tip to ensure that camp stove/ burner lasts for years? #hikerchat
bushwhackingfoo
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports Does Western Mountaineering do repairs? #hikerchat
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports #HikerChat A3. It's always nice to break out the warmer weather sleeping bag, though with my Altos 0°F… https://t.co/xhMdfkmxpR
AdventureGlass
A4 I am so loyal it's disgusting -I would still wear hitech if I could find them and I've had the same backpack sin… https://t.co/IpTWX6W3Za
WildWithinHer
replying to @jaypeatravels @jaypeatravels @TETONsports Good luck! Be sure to post updates/pix. Always fun to see where you are. Envious of you… https://t.co/UJr6xlMFCQ
TETONsports
replying to @WhistlerSummit @WhistlerSummit haha that's a classic! Love it, thanks for sharing! #hikerchat
Bernardine
replying to @afoxintheforest @afoxintheforest I can usually find a reason too! #hikerchat
Kootenaicountry
replying to @MsKristiana @MsKristiana @Bernardine lol! Awesome mental image! #hikerchat
BenOnAdventures WhistlerSummit
replying to @DevenVankirk @DevenVankirk @TETONsports Oooo hammock! We’d like to amend our list. We love our hammock on long summer nights #hikerchat