Backcountry Hacks
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naturetechfam
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve #GearMeOut A4 Hopefully I have my @UST_Survival Beaver Tool-A-Long with. if not, start banging with… https://t.co/Azh5XMB3Wj
k2rm
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve A4: Easy, but kind of lame. My boy scout knife circe, about 1980. #GearMeOut God bless #TrailAngels!
billbrokob
replying to @k2rm @k2rm @UST_Survival I am suddenly feeling much less clumsy #GearMeOut
WildWithinHer
replying to @billbrokob @billbrokob @Hiker_Steve Oooh, I really like that third option. #GearMeOut
publiclandlvr
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve Trust me, everything takes longer with a 5 yr old. #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @WildWithinHer I need to remember that, since everything is an altitude adjustment. #GearMeOut
Womynofthewoods
A4) rub the lid on a flat rock to wear down the seam and then pop it open easy to do #GearMeOut
Hiker_Steve
Here's numerous ways to open a can with out a Can opener. https://t.co/q99ZmmxxLj #GearMeOut The rock one I have to… https://t.co/LcVNuYPbvJ
UST_Survival
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @Hiker_Steve If we may say so, that little guy is pretty cute and useful. #GearMeOut
coasthikergirl
replying to @Hiker_Steve
@Hiker_Steve A4 #GearMeOut
I carry a knife with me on all trips. It wouldn’t be easy, but I’d make it work.
kokuaelli
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @Hiker_Steve @UST_Survival Nice! I have the moose - and it goes everywhere with me! #GearMeOut
MeToddScott
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3 if you get a warm spot on your foot in a hiking boot. take off your boot and sock. place a piece o… https://t.co/4fWnX1zFvB
k2rm
replying to @billbrokob @billbrokob @UST_Survival I may be clumsy, but I'm enthusiastic! #GearMeOut
Hiker_Steve
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli @naturetechfam @UST_Survival Me too! But I do like my Bear the best. #GearMeOut
kokuaelli
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve @naturetechfam @UST_Survival I need to build my collection! #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve @kokuaelli @naturetechfam I totally thought the Moose would be your favorite! #GearMeOut
Hiker_Steve
replying to @MeToddScott @MeToddScott @UST_Survival The key to catch it before its a blister. #GearMeOut Duct tape hurts taking off after a… https://t.co/c19dD0cb6P
t_jh2009
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve A4) Luckily I learned how to make a saw from shoelaces and granite dust, unfortunately all my shoes now have velcro. #GearMeOut
WildWithinHer
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli @Hiker_Steve @naturetechfam @UST_Survival I need to start a collection, clearly. #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
Q5: What types of items do you take in the backcountry to help hack or bush fix things? #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @k2rm @k2rm @billbrokob Hey being clumsy makes for some great stories around the campfire. #GearMeOut
VeteranHiker
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3. I always carry tampons. In a combat zone, they came in handy for bullet wounds. #GearMeOut
kokuaelli
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @Hiker_Steve @naturetechfam @UST_Survival I’ve been eyeing that Sasquatch, next time I will pick it… https://t.co/RaZ3smtKUg
UST_Survival
replying to @coasthikergirl @coasthikergirl @Hiker_Steve So glad you take us along! #GearMeOut
coasthikergirl
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @Hiker_Steve @kokuaelli @naturetechfam I’d choose the moose! #GearMeOut
Hiker_Steve
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @kokuaelli @naturetechfam Very close second. #GearMeOut
WildWithinHer
A5. Always, 50' @UST_Survival paracord. An @Opinel folding knife. Duct tape wrapped around a water bottle. The patc… https://t.co/4T5VKe4jP4
kokuaelli
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve @MeToddScott @UST_Survival I got the chills reading that. Ouch! #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve @billbrokob @VeteranHiker As delicious as that may sound. I rather figure out the chili situation. #GearMeOut
MeToddScott
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve @UST_Survival that is why you leave the duct tape on. or just soak in water and it will fall off. eventually #gearmeout
babskiies
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A5: a strong tape, extra cordage and some sewing materials.#GearMeOut
billbrokob
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A5: Always have gorrilla tape on my poles, tenacious tape, super glue, needle&thread, and dyneema cordage #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
#gearmeout Halftime ChatSelfie: See those smilies! [recaps by @Travoscape] #TravelBloggers #lovetotravel… https://t.co/3hr4jdqsYu
danielhuman
replying to @VeteranHiker @VeteranHiker @UST_Survival That is part of my bleed kit I keep at the top of my SAR pack #GearMeOut
publiclandlvr
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer I have given extra fresh food to employees at fire lookouts. They're always so grateful! #GearMeOut
coasthikergirl
replying to @VeteranHiker @VeteranHiker @UST_Survival It’s good to know they have multiple uses! #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @MeToddScott @MeToddScott @Hiker_Steve Either way sounds pretty uncomfortable, but better than nothing in that situation. #GearMeOut
naturetechfam
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @Hiker_Steve Very cute. And very useful. :) Our favorite might have to be the #bison, though. #GearMeOut
k2rm
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @billbrokob OMG, have I got stories! On the other had, one of us misfits will, someday, change the world. #GearMeOut
Womynofthewoods
A5) carry all kinds of bits and pieces, wire, cordage, small tube crazy glue, etc #GearMeOut
coasthikergirl
replying to @UST_Survival
@UST_Survival A5 #GearMeOut
I actually call it my “MacGyver Kit” - Patch material, super glue, some rope, needle & thread, and duct tape.