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Brunton Pocket Transit International Compass I know this is a lot more expensive than your standard pocket compass, but it sure seems like a nice one. Anyone have any thoughts on this one? More info here.

I just got this today at REI and can't wait to try it out. Double wall stainless steel construction. No liner to alter the taste of the beverage; heavier duty construction than their aluminum counterparts. You can even use it as a thermos in the moringin to keep extra coffee hot and then rinse...

Road conditions were excellent. The park apparently re-grades the roads towards the beginning of each year depending on conditions and rainfall. This didn’t provide much by way of challenges, but it did allow us to cover a lot of terrain and see more of the park. 1st day: Nugent Mountain. Easy...

Okay, so I decided it was time to stop showering in my sandals and build a shower deck to stand on that would also allow the water to drain. I built this out of cedar in the hopes that it will resist the affects of continued use, because I didn't want to put any finish on it and have to maintain...

I'm looking for another 2-3 vehicles to attend (permits allow 2 per camp site). Trip will consist of backcountry roads. The goal would be to camp at a different site each night to allow for more exploration of the various places in the park. Photography will be a big part of this trip too, as...

I need some advice on a trailer brake controller. I believe that I would be best served by a proportional/ inertial controller. From what I understand these apply matching pressure on the trailer brakes so that the trailer more or less slows down at the same rate as the vehicle making for...

So, I’m trying to weigh my options for an onboard air system. Cost/size/speed/functionality are all something to consider. I’ll be using this mainly to air up my tires and firestone airbags (once installed), but may decide later to run an impact wrench or a few air tools. Also, I have a few...

I'm looking for a recommendation for a great domestic or international dealer for the Firestone Coil-Rite product. I would like to purchase a set for my rear springs on my 2001 Montero/Pajero/Shogun; however, the domestic manufacturer's website doesn't list it as available. The European...

So, after several months with my new ARB fridge, I still haven't found the perfect way to organize my food. For a multi-day journey, I typically have the thing filled all the way to the top or close to it. When it's this full, I like the fact that the beer bottles and other items don't bang...

So, after many people asking me to write this thread, here goes: The platform is the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero/Pajero/Shogun (gen III). Here's a short list of the modifications, and then I'll follow up with pictures. Outside: ARB winch bumper OME HD springs and shocks Warn XD9000 Yakima...