In a long forgotten Road and Track article, the author graphed the tracks of several F1 drivers through a infamous turn at the Nuerburing (sp). Each one was different, and they all navigated it safely within a miniscule timeframe. Survival instruction,lists and philosophies are much the same. None is exactly the same, all will probably get you through. For specifics, review Doug's article on chemical purification for the pros and cons of Iodine. Cody likes gear that is cheap and compact. I once carried space blankets, garbage bags etc. Then I acquired a single substantial dedicated nylon tarp. One permanent item replaced several disposables. It cost more in the short run, but simplified my carry and meshed with my personal consumer ethics. Again, Cody's list and my junk will both work. Thats the fun part of this, sifting the information and adapting it all to your needs; actual and philosophical. <img src="/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> I managed to put my first MGA coupe into a sideways drift on Stunt Road in L.A. after reading that article. Never tried THAT again, but I sure looked good with my Jim Clark driving gloves and first moustache carefully copied from a photo of Graham Hill <img src="/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />