Christmas was great. Daughter back from college and the plan was Phantom of the Opera at the Straz performing arts theatre in Tampa Christmas Eve.....It was absolutely fantastic.

More gear? I think I am geared out. Gift certificate to Rail riders which I will put to good use.

I think you will enjoy the Platypus gravity filter Ranger. I would be loathe to be on a trip without it. Next Christmas ask for the water bottle with the screw on top with the UV light in the lid. Between the two options water is no longer a hassle.