video of fastpacking gear

[matt kirk]

I thought I'd post to backpackinglight forum a link with a video of some homemade fastpack gear I've made and used in case anyone might be interested in checking it out. Feedback appreciated. I continue to benefit from the insight found on this forum, so thanks!

http://matthewkirk.blogspot.com/2011/01/fastpack-gear.html

[Michael Fleming]

Makes me feel like a traditional backpacker still. Thank you for hurting my feelings. I thought I was ultra-light :'(

[Mike Hinsley]

Ok that vid contains a ton of really cool ideas. I really like the mat forming part of the bivi bag.

How does it all work in rain or a damp setup though? 70 degrees in January sheesh! I'm happy if it's over 40!

[Clint Wayman]

Hey Matt,

Great video! And I really love the Max Patch sledding- great idea!

[Jason Klass]

Good video. So, your pack opens from the bottom?

[Larry Dyer]

The bottom opening pack is genius!

[Jerry Adams]

bottom opening pack – very innovative – don't need to worry about water leaking in

[Larry Dyer]

With the opening upside down you can pack for convenience and center of gravity.

If you notice in the video the packing order places everything in the opposite position most of the people on this site pack things.

[Andy F]

Interesting video, thanks.

What's the lowest temp your sleep system keeps you comfortable?

[Sky Horne]

sweet dude, you put my 5lb pack to shame.

http://thirtysixer.com/gear-mojo/

love the home-brew shoes. i was just considering this for the PCT(prolly with a more rigid outsole).

[matt kirk]

Thanks for the compliments/feedback. The padded bivy has worked well for me on several trips. I used a slightly heavier/bulkier version on the BMT than the lighter version in this video.

The poncho/quilt is for summer only. I've been comfortable in the mid to upper 40s F. This is with a spash/wind bivy for extra heat retention. So, not a very warm set up.

The upside-down pack design has served me very well for the last few years. The idea is simple: with a super light load, the heaviest stuff will often be the food, which also is what you want quick access to. You also want that stuff off your back and carried closer to the hip belt for better load transfer and reduce bounce when running. So why not make the pack upside-down?

About sledding down Max Patch: look out for the briars!

About the unicycling: cool stuff.

[Jeff Cadorin]

I like it. Think you could post some pics of the pack?

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