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I’m looking for a sporty car or small SUV or hatchback that I can carry a variety of painting sizes in, that I can hitch a small sailboat and trailer to (about 1000 lbs load total), and has some fun element to it. Fun, as in a convertible top, or sporty lines with good acceleration. I drive to the lake on weekends and take my dog and wife too sometimes to go sailing, so a two seater is out. I hitch up the sailboat and then back it down to a lake, so I don’t usually drive far with the boat. I will use the car for daily commute. I also go camping and need enough room for a 45 lb canvas tent and gear. The inside needs to be able to hold up to the muddiness that comes with putting a sailboat in and out of the water. Seats should be able to handle rough use of a 50 lb dog. I’m 6′-3″ tall and need lots of leg room and head room.
Good gas mileage and reliabilty would be good. I do my paintings from nature, so I may travel a few hours into Arkansas mountains and camp and paint. My paintings probably won’t exceed 3′ long. Here’s the list I’m considering:
1. VW GTI (It looks like a Golf/Rabbit, but has lot more speed) hatchack, tons of headroom, legroom, good storage, good MPG, fairly reliable
2. Honda Element- I could even sleep in it, super reliable, not sure about acceleration, haven’t driven one yet.
3. Subaru Forester- Great all around, dependable, but doesn’t seem very sporty or fun compared to some others. Average acceleration.
4. VW Beetle convertible, or hatchback, fun car, great head room, small storage, average to poor reliability.
5. Toyota Highlander- very reliable, spacious, good for towing, not particularly sporty though, average MPG.
6. BMW Z3 and other roadsters- very sporty, but no back seat, no can do.
7. VW Jetta TDI wagon- No thrills, but amazing gas mileage, good storage.
8. Saab 9-3 convertible- sporty, but not much storage room for tent.
9. Scion Xb- good storage, not very outdoorsy, more of an urban car.
10. Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV 4, my wife has a CR-V already….. but she doesn’t want me taking it to the lake and getting it full of sand and mud. Would like something sportier or more fun.
Any suggestions? Happy New Year!
I’ve been looking at many different types and brands, and am just looking for opinions from those with more backpacking experience. I’ve always enjoyed hiking and camping, but am just getting into more serious backpacking in wilderness areas and need to start outfitting myself with the appropriate gear.
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www.webtogs.co.uk The Littlelife Cross Country S2 Child Carrier is a great way to carry your little one in comfort for both you and them. Watch the pretty pictures and let’s find out more about what makes it such a great child carrier. Lightweight, tough and comfortable to wear, the Cross Country S2 is perfect for days in the country and city excursions. It incorporates the patented Anchor Point, top and side grab handles, reflective piping, toy loops, soft face protection pad and anatomically shaped child seat. In addition, the carrier uses a Comfort-Adjust backsystem to ensure comfort and stability. Sun & Shower Canopy is included.With updated fabrics and face pad design for 2011. FEATURES * Anatomically shaped child seat * Soft face protection pad (removable) * Toy loops for attaching items that may get lost * Small front pocket for drinks and snacks * Reflective piping for increased visibility * Large base pocket for accessories etc. * Top & side grab handles to ease lifting * Pivoting waistbelt for added mobility * Anchor Point for stability * Comfort-Adjust backsystem * Sun/Shower Canopy included * Complies to BS EN 13209-1: 2004 TECH SPECS * Weight: 2.5 Kg * Maximum Weight Load: 20 Kg * Dimensions: 28 (w) x 25 (d) x 68(h) cm * Suitable for Ages: 6 months – 3 years SAFETY AND FUNCTIONALITY Each LittleLife carrier has a number of key safety features to ensure your child is secure whilst lifting the pack and during use. These features include the patented Anchor Point …
This what my system of carry for the outdoors. Whenever I go camping, hiking, canoeing, etc I have this with me. In the main pocket there is also room to add things depending on where I’m at or what I’m doing, for example, a map of the trail, stocking cap when its cold, lunch for hikes, etc.
I have a pressurized petrol camping stove and was wondering how other people carry their fuel. I have tried using a sigg bottle before but during the heat of the day the top of the bottle pushed it’s way through the threads and leaked petrol all over my gear, the pressure built up so much and it slightly melted the cap. It wasn’t very nice having a sleeping bag that stank of petrol all weekend. I thought about using one of the trangia fuel bottles but it says on the bottle not to use them for petrol.. only alcohol. Anybody got any suggestions? It must hold 1 litre and be totally leak proof, preferably with a pouring spout to make it easier to fill the stove.
looking for small improvised ways to carry water in emergencies
Ultra-lightweight camping: Carry less, do more
Whether you are an experienced camper or are just starting out, you might be weighing yourself down with extra baggage.
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