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Can You Use a Backpacking Water Filter After It’s Been Frozen?

Can You Use a Backpacking Water Filter Afters Its Been Frozen?

Most hiking and backpacking water filters must be replaced if they’ve been frozen.  When it gets too cold to keep a water filter from freezing, your best bet is to switch to chemical purification using chlorine dioxide in tablet form (Katadyn chlorine dioxide tablets) or purifying your water with ultraviolet light using a Katadyn Steripen. While boiling your water will also …

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Marmot Scree Softshell Pants for Men and Women

Marmot Scree Softshell Pants for Men and Women

Marmot Scree Pants are softshell pants available in men’s and women’s sizes that are good for winter hiking and snowsports. They’re highly breathable and wind-resistant with a good amount of built-in stretch for added comfort and fit. They’re also roomy enough to wear over a base layer without being baggy, something that is increasingly rare in men’s and women’s softshell …

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Gregory Jade 53 Women’s Backpack Review

Gregory Jade 53 (2023) Backpack Review

The new Gregory Jade 53 (2023 model) is a ventilated backpack with an adjustable-length torso designed for women for multi-day trips. It has a women’s specific hip belt and shoulder harness and has big hip belt pockets and other pockets and features that you would expect from a Gregory pack in this size & price range. I’ve been a fan …

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