Another hike in the snow, and a few thoughts.

HAHA, gotta love those little alcohol stoves.

I grew up in the snow, and 18 inches deep is like jogging at a walking pace.

Great pics.
 
DOC-CANADA said:
It looks like you need a pair of snowshoes, but I guess it doesn't snow often enough?
Doc
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Hi Doc. That is a really nice looking stove you have.

Yes you are right, it doesn't snow here enough to warrant snow shoes, though it would be interesting to try to improvise a pair from the local materials.
 
mistwalker said:
Great pics! The older I get the more you guys are wearing me down on getting a small portable stove of some sort. I love the smoke smell and food cooked over an open fire but more and more I'd like to spend more time enjoying the time out and less time gathering and working.
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You are absolutely right. Most people I see out and about on the hills will probably have the ubiquitous soggy sandwich and maybe a flask, and I was one of those folk. Then I got introduced to cooking in the outdoors. It was just so much more pleasurable. The smell and taste was unbeatable, and on a cold day, a fresh brewed hot drink was priceless.

I do enjoy an open fire, but on a day hike, for the length of time I am stopping for, it would be wasted. Also, in the UK, I cannot just go and light a fire unless it was an emergency.
 
mistwalker said:
Great pics! The older I get the more you guys are wearing me down on getting a small portable stove of some sort. I love the smoke smell and food cooked over an open fire but more and more I'd like to spend more time enjoying the time out and less time gathering and working.
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I hear you on this, mistwalker. Years ago, when on canoe trips, etc., I'd love cooking up steak, baked potatoes, fried onions, corn, - the whole 9 yards. Now, I just find it to be a PITA. I'd much rather be hiking around, exploring, or working on crafts, etc.

Millhouse said:
You are absolutely right. Most people I see out and about on the hills will probably have the ubiquitous soggy sandwich and maybe a flask, and I was one of those folk. Then I got introduced to cooking in the outdoors. It was just so much more pleasurable. The smell and taste was unbeatable, and on a cold day, a fresh brewed hot drink was priceless.

I do enjoy an open fire, but on a day hike, for the length of time I am stopping for, it would be wasted. Also, in the UK, I cannot just go and light a fire unless it was an emergency.
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I guess you and I are going in opposite directions, Millhouse. On a day hike, I can't be bothered taking any food. Just more weight, so I eat before and after a hike. But, as always, to each, their own.

Doc
 
Hey Millhouse ya never answered my question about the outdoorsmagic forum, it's a great site for anyone in the UK what with their gallery, kit advice and reviews !

I still check it out every now and again to see what new kit is coming out !
 
kgd said:
Also, I know how photos tend to trick things into looking less steep then they are. Based on your hiking posture that looks like pretty steep hiking. How did you find moisture management during your climbs? I.e. did you sweat like a pig and then get chilly during lunch or were your clothes doing their job?
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Moisture management was fine. I was layering and adjusting what I had on depending on how warm and cold it was going. I had on a wicking T shirt, then a fleece, followed by a North Face Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket. They all did their job and I was fine.

The only bit of me that got a little sweaty was my hands. The wind made it just a little uncomfortable to be without. They got a little sweaty on the inside, but on the return leg of the trip, I put on my spare pair.
 
pitdog said:
Hey Millhouse ya never answered my question about the outdoorsmagic forum, it's a great site for anyone in the UK what with their gallery, kit advice and reviews !

I still check it out every now and again to see what new kit is coming out !
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Sorry mate, just getting round to answering all queries.

Yes, I am a member of that forum. Only post very occasionally though. I also hang out at the Live For The Outdoors website as well.
 
Millhouse said:
Moisture management was fine. I was layering and adjusting what I had on depending on how warm and cold it was going. I had on a wicking T shirt, then a fleece, followed by a North Face Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket. They all did their job and I was fine.

The only bit of me that got a little sweaty was my hands. The wind made it just a little uncomfortable to be without. They got a little sweaty on the inside, but on the return leg of the trip, I put on my spare pair.
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Hey Millhouse do ya have any Paramo clothing ? I see they have just bought out some nice new trousers !

http://www.paramo.co.uk/en-gb/garments/detail/index.php?pgc=NIKWAXINSULATORLTTROUSERSTORRESUNISEX
 
pitdog said:
Hey Millhouse do ya have any Paramo clothing ? I see they have just bought out some nice new trousers !

http://www.paramo.co.uk/en-gb/garments/detail/index.php?pgc=NIKWAXINSULATORLTTROUSERSTORRESUNISEX
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Had a look at the Paramo gear. Its just not for me. It is supremely breathable, but I think I would find it too hot. Most of the time if I need a shell jacket on, underneath will just be a wicking T shirt. Otherwise I start to overheat. In warmer conditions, the Paramo would be much warmer that my current Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket.
 
Millhouse said:
Had a look at the Paramo gear. Its just not for me. It is supremely breathable, but I think I would find it too hot. Most of the time if I need a shell jacket on, underneath will just be a wicking T shirt. Otherwise I start to overheat. In warmer conditions, the Paramo would be much warmer that my current Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket.
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Yeah some say it's warm but I love it, I can't stand the clammy feeling of traditional waterproofs. When I lived in England I'd either hike in a Paramo Velez or if it was cold a Buffalo Special 6 shirt.
I think my most used item is actually my Paramo Taiga fleece, supposed to be just water repelant but I have still yet to get wet when wearing it and totally breathable !
 
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