Camping Tips - Page 4

xoxoxoBruce · 04-09-2017, 01:27 PM

Skip the hassle of camping, go Glamping in California.

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Terra Glamping is a luxury glamping experience 2.5 hours north of San Francisco along Pacific Coast Highway 1.

Each of our ten safari tents have a full ocean view. Starting at $250/night, you can expect the following at Terra Glamping:

Comfort and luxury - Sleep well on a memory foam bed with down comforter, in a well appointed safari tent
Reconnect with nature - Enjoy a digital detox as you take in the sun, ocean and stars
Connect with others - Romance is in the air as you and your sweetheart meet new friends or enjoy the privacy of your tent
Adventure - Whale watching, a campfire with s'mores, hiking and kayaking await...or read a book and enjoy the ocean breeze

Griff · 04-18-2017, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by xoxoxoBruce

Skip the hassle of camping, go Glamping in California.

kinda missing the whole point aren't they?

The last pad I got was closed cell. Pi's article gets it right they are comfortable and rugged but bulky to pack.

footfootfoot · 04-18-2017, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Griff

kinda missing the whole point aren't they?

Back in my bike mechanic days, people were still touring. One day we mechanics were spec'ing out our dream touring bikes discussing what braze-ons we wanted for racks and water bottles and other accessories. The manager said his ideal touring bike had only one pair of braze-ons right on the top tube, for his credit card. Bike from hotel to hotel, sleep in a nice warm bed and have a hot shower.

He was (still is. actually) all about biking.

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Originally Posted by Griff

The last pad I got was closed cell. Pi's article gets it right they are comfortable and rugged but bulky to pack.

I have tried about six different pads and nothing tops my green closed-cell ensolite pad. Mine got destroyed/lost/given away by Kali. I would like to find another. Perhaps I can just find a foam supplier and get some closed cell neoprene, which is what I think they were made of.

Griff · 04-20-2017, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by footfootfoot

Back in my bike mechanic days, people were still touring. One day we mechanics were spec'ing out our dream touring bikes discussing what braze-ons we wanted for racks and water bottles and other accessories. The manager said his ideal touring bike had only one pair of braze-ons right on the top tube, for his credit card. Bike from hotel to hotel, sleep in a nice warm bed and have a hot shower.

He was (still is. actually) all about biking.

Gotta know what you want.

My touring bike has been hanging a long time.

glatt · 04-18-2017, 08:09 AM

I just got an ultra light inflatable pad for my birthday. It's the size of a liter water bottle when folded up. We'll see how it works in a few weeks. On the living room floor, it's comfortable, very warm, and a bit loud.

sexobon · 04-18-2017, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by glatt

I just got an ultra light inflatable pad for my birthday. It's the size of a liter water bottle when folded up. We'll see how it works in a few weeks. On the living room floor, it's comfortable, very warm, and a bit loud.

If you're concerned about using an inflatable on rough ground, you can put a Spectra or Kevlar drop cloth under it:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1500-Denier-...QAAOSwHMJYG8XS

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3000-Denier-...3D302283988743

glatt · 04-18-2017, 08:12 PM

good call.

xoxoxoBruce · 04-18-2017, 08:46 PM

Problem solved.

captainhook455 · 04-19-2017, 10:47 AM

I am stealing that picture Bruce. I think it was Pam who said she would rake up leaves for the pad under the tent.
I have done that many times. Often wondered what the next camper thought when they saw that square of leaves on the tent pad.

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glatt · 04-19-2017, 10:54 AM

You don't practice "leaf no trace?"

Gravdigr · 04-19-2017, 01:54 PM

I practice trace no leaves.

captainhook455 · 05-27-2017, 06:55 PM

Thats the old joke where two buddies are in the woods and one gets bit on his pecker. The other runs to town to find help. They said to suck out the poison.

He goes back to his buddy and says, man you gonna die.

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bbro · 07-29-2019, 08:29 AM

One of the places I hiked last year had warnings about Alligators. It made the whole hike VERY stressful. It didn't help that a storm was moving in and the sun was setting. A nice muddy, marshy hike. I kept looking for eyes staring at me

glatt · 07-29-2019, 01:12 PM

It wouldn't be my first choice of a place to hike, but I could see myself getting into it. Trudging through and endless marsh.

bbro · 07-30-2019, 08:43 AM

It was a rainy time. I don't know if it's usually that muddy. My boots sunk a couple times. I thought I was going to lose it once. If I had been wearing my tennis shoes, I definitely would have!

I'll have to see if I can find a picture that does it justice

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bbro Insert witty comment here Join Date: May 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,182	One of the places I hiked last year had warnings about Alligators. It made the whole hike VERY stressful. It didn't help that a storm was moving in and the sun was setting. A nice muddy, marshy hike. I kept looking for eyes staring at me __________________ Camping

07-30-2019, 08:43 AM	#15
bbro Insert witty comment here Join Date: May 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,182	It was a rainy time. I don't know if it's usually that muddy. My boots sunk a couple times. I thought I was going to lose it once. If I had been wearing my tennis shoes, I definitely would have! I'll have to see if I can find a picture that does it justice __________________ Camping

04-18-2017, 08:09 AM	#5
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	I just got an ultra light inflatable pad for my birthday. It's the size of a liter water bottle when folded up. We'll see how it works in a few weeks. On the living room floor, it's comfortable, very warm, and a bit loud.

04-18-2017, 08:12 PM	#7
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	good call.

04-19-2017, 10:47 AM	#9
captainhook455 Rapscallion Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 1,357	I am stealing that picture Bruce. I think it was Pam who said she would rake up leaves for the pad under the tent. I have done that many times. Often wondered what the next camper thought when they saw that square of leaves on the tent pad. Sent from my Z818L using Tapatalk

04-19-2017, 10:54 AM	#10
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	You don't practice "leaf no trace?"

05-27-2017, 06:55 PM	#12
captainhook455 Rapscallion Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 1,357	Thats the old joke where two buddies are in the woods and one gets bit on his pecker. The other runs to town to find help. They said to suck out the poison. He goes back to his buddy and says, man you gonna die. Sent from my Z818L using Tapatalk

07-29-2019, 01:12 PM	#14
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	It wouldn't be my first choice of a place to hike, but I could see myself getting into it. Trudging through and endless marsh.

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