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Reply to: Altoids First Aid Kit Posted May 18, 2024

I personally think 2nd Skin blister pads are better than Moleskin. They just FEEL better.

Reply to: Is a portable solar-powered generator practical for powering my home? Posted May 18, 2024

Robert Evans’s podcast “It Could Happen Here” just did an episode on this. He talked about different models for different purposes and how to find a solution that fits your needs and your budget. Highly recommend.

Reply to: News roundup for Fri, Dec 09, 2022 Posted December 19, 2022

Thank you, Carlotta, for all the time and effort you have put into these news round-ups. I have been a faithful reader and have gotten a great deal of good use from your writing. I wish you well.

Reply to: News roundup for Tue, May 03, 2022 Posted May 4, 2022

If you live on the coast and a Cat 4 or 5 hurricane is heading your way, DO NOT BUG IN. Drive inland, and expect that if you wait until the last minute to do so, you could get stuck in traffic and/or end up driving several hours before reaching a hotel that isn’t booked, if a hotel is your plan. (Most people who live in coastal areas that are hurricane prone know this.)

Reply to: Three ways to make coffee without the grid Posted November 3, 2021

After a week without power due to a derecho, I bought a hand grinder, and it works works great. No need for electricity.

Reply to: (Official Discussion) Survival Clothing 101 Posted August 11, 2021

Campmor.com is another good source for deals on name-brand outdoor gear; they have been my first stop for backpacking/hiking gear for years. REI now has a Used Gear section on their website. In addition to buying second-hand, you can also trade in your old gear when you are ready for an upgrade.

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Reply to: Altoids First Aid Kit Posted May 18, 2024

I personally think 2nd Skin blister pads are better than Moleskin. They just FEEL better.

Reply to: Is a portable solar-powered generator practical for powering my home? Posted May 18, 2024

Robert Evans’s podcast “It Could Happen Here” just did an episode on this. He talked about different models for different purposes and how to find a solution that fits your needs and your budget. Highly recommend.

Reply to: News roundup for Fri, Dec 09, 2022 Posted December 19, 2022

Thank you, Carlotta, for all the time and effort you have put into these news round-ups. I have been a faithful reader and have gotten a great deal of good use from your writing. I wish you well.

Reply to: News roundup for Tue, May 03, 2022 Posted May 4, 2022

If you live on the coast and a Cat 4 or 5 hurricane is heading your way, DO NOT BUG IN. Drive inland, and expect that if you wait until the last minute to do so, you could get stuck in traffic and/or end up driving several hours before reaching a hotel that isn’t booked, if a hotel is your plan. (Most people who live in coastal areas that are hurricane prone know this.)

Reply to: Three ways to make coffee without the grid Posted November 3, 2021

After a week without power due to a derecho, I bought a hand grinder, and it works works great. No need for electricity.

Reply to: (Official Discussion) Survival Clothing 101 Posted August 11, 2021

Campmor.com is another good source for deals on name-brand outdoor gear; they have been my first stop for backpacking/hiking gear for years. REI now has a Used Gear section on their website. In addition to buying second-hand, you can also trade in your old gear when you are ready for an upgrade.