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
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Anybody have any ideas for good raingear for a tall-and-skinny man? [more inside]
posted by thebrokedown 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]
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What sort of gear would I need for snow/cold-weather camping? [more inside]
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