I have a gear question... what kind of software do ethereal electronic semi-improv bands use? I'm thinking, for instance, of tape... [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 10 answers

Four part backpacking question: backpacks, international shipping, shoes, and more travel orientated places to ask such questions. [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2008 - 10 answers

BackpackingFilter: Travelling around Europe from mid October to mid Janruary - help me pick the right gear to take. [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2008 - 16 answers

I'm a pretty petite lady (5'3 but my inseam is a ludicrously short 28") and interested in buying a motorcycle and appropriate gear. [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 15 answers

I am trying to buy a LED headlamp on ebay...they range in brightness from 8 to 30+ and the one I want is 8. Is that goint to be bright enough for pitching a tent in the dark? I tried to look up LED levels on the inter-web but all I found was scientific mumbo jumbo, can someone just tell me which one to buy please!? Thanks
posted on Mar 29, 2008 - 13 answers

Help me get the most out of my canoe! [more inside]
posted on Mar 22, 2008 - 10 answers

Recommend a backpack for a big guy... [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 16 answers

Does the Roland MC-505 produce TR-808 sounds using synthesis or samples? Is there anything that the TR-808 does that the MC-505 wont? [more inside]
posted on Feb 22, 2008 - 13 answers

After seven years without a bike, and a year of wanting to ride every few days, I finally gave in and bought a bike. I have a helmet, but now I need some suggestions as far as accessories go. [more inside]
posted on Jan 1, 2008 - 34 answers

Attention swimmers- please help me find these earplugs.... [more inside]
posted on Dec 9, 2007 - 6 answers

Can a single speed or track bicycle without a rear quick release skewer work on my minoura vfs fluid trainer? [more inside]
posted on Dec 2, 2007 - 3 answers

Help me find a keyboard/synth with these specifications. [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2007 - 9 answers

How/when do you change gears on a multiple-speed bicycle? Out of the 21 gears, there are 11 or so useful/unique ratios. So, do you stay in in one front ratio and only use the rear-derailleur until you have to shift down, or do you shift through the all the available ratios, double-shifting when necessary. [more inside]
posted on Oct 16, 2007 - 22 answers

Please help me find a lightweight rain jacket for hot weather travel through monsoon prone regions? [more inside]
posted on Sep 18, 2007 - 11 answers

What are the toughest tubes I can get for my (most likely) inappropriate bike tires? [more inside]
posted on Sep 11, 2007 - 10 answers

I need a power strip/surge protector that in to which I can plug 15 components. [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2007 - 10 answers

indiefilmfilter: recommend a good place to rent film equipment next week in toronto? [more inside]
posted on Aug 31, 2007 - 1 answers

I'm looking for a headlamp with more than one button for power and brightness, but such a thing does not seem to exist. [more inside]
posted on Aug 2, 2007 - 3 answers

How hard is it to add gears to a bike that previously had none? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2007 - 22 answers

Short version: What cool musical equipment can I get for $200? [more inside]
posted on Jan 29, 2007 - 30 answers

Anybody have any ideas for good raingear for a tall-and-skinny man? [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2007 - 10 answers

I am looking to get into some beginner back country camping, and I need some recommendations for gear and guides. [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2006 - 15 answers

Looking for a good wet weather biking shoes. [more inside]
posted on Nov 5, 2006 - 10 answers

I've seen the well-balanced cycling board, BikeForums.net, and want to know if are there others that also deal with road bikes, fixies, etc. besides the usual mountain bike chatter. What are they? How about the best deals on cycling gear too?
posted on Nov 2, 2006 - 8 answers

Decentgearonashoestringbudgetfilter: looking for recommendations for a $500-ish guitar head. Details and [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2006 - 6 answers

What sort of gear would I need for snow/cold-weather camping? [more inside]
posted on Jul 30, 2006 - 13 answers

How do I transport gear between New Jersey and Manhattan using public transit without it being a logistical nightmare? [more inside]
posted on Jun 20, 2006 - 10 answers

My cousin (a musician/producer-type) and I are taking a spectacular North American gear hunting road trip. What hot spots can you recommend? [more inside]
posted on May 23, 2006 - 2 answers

I'm looking for wholesale water purification tablets online... for Canada... cheap... and with inexpensive shipping... [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2006 - 2 answers

Where can I find cycling clothes that fit my frame? [more inside]
posted on Feb 13, 2006 - 8 answers

What kind of pocket tools would you recommend? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2006 - 12 answers

I'm backpacking through Western Europe for six weeks during January/February. What travel gear is a "must have" for this excursion? [More details inside] [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2005 - 27 answers

I carry a rather large assortment of really strange stuff with me on a daily basis. Surprisingly, I actually use most of it. However, I've found that I've pretty much maxed out my current arrangement (cargo pants + a cheap tactical vest). Unfortunately, I've just purchased a wearable keyboard for my PDA. Help me expand my carrying capacity! [more inside]
posted on Sep 10, 2005 - 17 answers

windsurfing - i've taken a couple lessons and am ready to take the plunge on purchasing some gear... recommendations for gear for a fairly advanced beginner?
posted on Jul 31, 2005 - 0 answers

Two of my three Sega Game Gears have no sound. Is this a known problem I might be able to fix with a soldering iron and the right resistor?
posted on May 14, 2005 - 7 answers

Does anyone make a breathable windbreaker? (more inside)
posted on Nov 16, 2004 - 15 answers

Home Studio Questions:
(1) opinions of Pro Tools vs GarageBand or other multitrack audio tools that run on a Mac (DP? Deck?)?
(2) What are the *most* useful home studio items you've ever bought, the ones you wouldn't want to do without?
(3) What are the *least* useful items you've ever bought -- stuff you got and then later thought "well, that was disappointing"?
posted on Jul 11, 2004 - 26 answers

I'll be driving across a rather large portion of Canada with my girlfriend in a little over two weeks: Vancouver Island to the southern portion of Ontario, a trip that covers roughly 4200km and should take the better portion of four or five days depending on how frequently we stop. My question for you, oh great teeming mass of Metafilterians, is what we should bring for the trip?
[there is inevitably more inside, although not an inordinate amount]
posted on Apr 14, 2004 - 29 answers