"Backpacking Essentials" - The mountaineering manuals all offer their own versions of exactly what you need to survive a wilderness trip. What follows is my selection of second-tier essentials that always find their way into this weight-watcher's pack. - Jonathan Hanson Aquis Adventure Microfiber Towels: The best of their ilk, these babies soak up water from skin as sensually as chamois, but dry quickly. Use the small one to sponge-bathe when it's too cold to plunge in, the large to towel off.
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