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I had a Wildernest on an extended cab S10 pickup, 4wd Sports package (1988). Even with the added weight of a full load of camping gear, the rear end still felt light. paulj

The construction of the Kelty Carport is similar to their tents, using the same polyester fabric that they use for backpacking rainflys, and lightweight aluminum poles. I have not complaints about the construction or material quality. The design is innovative, but could use refinement. But...

My current camping pillow, for side sleeping, is a block of foam (from a 'foam shop'), about the size of my head and about 3" thick. I've also used a child's size memory foam pillow. paulj

One would think that the Carport in the leanto configuration would stand up to moderate winds, especially if the car blocks the wind, or it blows against the sloped side. But I haven't used mine in much of a wind. The wing tarp potentially is better in wind. I think I could rig my 7 point...

Unfortunately MSR dropped a number of the products that they got from Moss. paulj

White gas is roughly the same as gasoline, just free of additives needed for motor use. Complete combustion of a hydrocarbon fuel should produce just water and CO2. CO2 is dangerous if it displaces oxygen, which is most likely in low lying, unventilated spots, since it is denser. Carbon...

I have tried several awnings on my Element. There are some pictures on my pbase gallery http://www.pbase.com/paulj3/element_camping My current favorite is a MSR Vistatarp. This is a smaller version of the Outfitter, that is no longer made. The outboard end uses an 8' (Kelty) pole. Near the...

So it is possible to remove the top, and restore the Element to its original condition? Minus any dings and dents acquired while driving to choice camping locations :) paulj

I passed your brighter picture through Shadow Illuminator online demo http://www.shadowilluminator.org/ your original is in the middle, the modified on the left. on the right is output from Lightmachine (demo version) - with moderate shadow enhancement. The other plugin that I've played with...

For post processing purposes, it is better to err on the dark side. Bright areas that are clipped have no detail. Dark areas can be enhanced. A couple of years ago I played with an addon called Lightmachine. It is a powerful tool for selecting and enhancing the shadows. If your camera can...

You probably are right. I only shoot them with the camera, so don't have to identify the species correctly. I was going to write 'ptarmigan', but wasn't sure the spell checker would recognize that. That's not right either, though closer is size. All in the partridge family. More...

How about quail on the hood? This bird didn't want us to leave the campground.

Curiously, for all its boxy appearance, the Element's roof curves more than most SUVs and minivans. The stock roof rack mounting points are only 27" apart. The roof slopes down in both directions from there. It's one thing that canoe/kayak owners don't like about it. I haven't paid attention...

There was also worry that a massive log jam on the San Juan would break when the rains came, and damage the bridge or Reserve. I haven't seen followup articles as to whether the jam was ever cleared or not. With the improved road to Lake Cowichan, I'm sure Port Renfrew would be all the more...

I'm interested more in their use as a tensioning device, along with a come-along, not in their use as a tow strap (much less a dynamic one). paulj

The version with wire hooks can be bought most anywhere, but I've only seen the one with chain and grab hooks at online places like this. I suspect the chain version is more useful, and probably more secure, in various recovery cases, but I'd like to hear from people with experience in these...

If you can make the eye splice discussed in the first post, you should be able to do an end for end splice, as described in http://www.samsonrope.com/site_files/12S_C2_EndEnd.pdf The technique is not all that different. Both involve burying the tail inside another length of line. Another...

How about a cradle made from the largest boards you can afford or handle. I'm imagining something made from interlocking 2 x 12 " boards. The main support would be a board that fits snugly between the walls of the pickup bed (in front or behind the wheel wells). Clamp the outboard to this...

Also since my PC is only 4 qts, this bowl was a deeper and tighter fitting than what the recipe expected. I cooked it for 30 minutes plus 15 cool down, saw that the center was still runny, and put it on for another 10 (more or less). Having made a classic steamed pudding with suet and a long...

I wonder if clips of the Top Gear home-made amphibious car episode are available on YTube? One of that crew of mechanical clowns put a rather large outboard on the back of Toyota pickup. Ok, the thing eventually turned turtle, but it may give you ideas. :) paulj