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Carbon fibre
In the "New back pack -MYOG" thread Bill Fornshell says that he can either use titanium or carbon fibre at about 1/3 the weight. He was talking specifically about a framesheet. Anyone...
Lightest plastic bottle?
What is the lightest plastic 20 fl oz bottle you know of? The lightest one I have found is the Aquafina 20 fl oz water bottles which weigh in at 0.8 oz...
trying to understand backpacking light
Hi, I'm a newcomer to these forums, and have been reading the gear lists with both interest and some confusion. I haven't been backpacking much in the last 10 years, but want...
New weights for Ray Way quilt
So I just finished a third Ray Way quilt. I've made one for myself, one for my fiancee, and I just finished one for my sister. I remember seeing a thread earlier...
Climashield vs. Polarguard
I posted the following comparison of Climashield and Polarguard in the make your own gear section of the forum. The original reason for the post was because I've made both a Polarguard...
Boot for snowshoeing in the ADK?
Sorry for those that read this again. I posted this in the Gear List section, and it was suggested that I post it here. Trying to get set up with the basics...
Air-only pads
I have no direct experience with inflatable pads as I use CCF but I had to help a friend in search of an inflatable replacement and I'm inclined to recommend one of...
PolarPad
Does anyone have experience with the PolarPad from PolarWrap?http://www.polarwrap.com/productinfo.aspx?pid=1&product=21 Interesting but heavy. 1.33 sq feet of pad weighing "under 8 oz" which usually means it weighs 7.99oz. I'll call it 8. and...
Questions about Butyl Rubber (& alternatives to WBP shoes & neoprene socks)
.. Reading threads like this one, https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/gore-tex-trail-shoes-or-not/ got me thinking about better alternatives to WPB and neoprene. One of the things that came to mind was getting some thin, mostly polyester socks,...
Primaloft One vs Climashield Apex
I want to make a overbag/quilt and I have the choice of Primaloft One and Climashield Apex. I can get both at 4oz/sq yd and at the same price. The thing is,...
Heated hydration systems
I've been testing different products and methods used to keep water from freezing while out in -20 (f) or colder temps for extended periods. Does anyone know much about the North Face...
Chemical Hand Warmers
OK, so you crack the nickel in one of these in the late afternoon when the sun goes down and your hands are starting to go numb: 1. The obvious - as...
Forty Below Light Energy TR Overboots/Simple Slippers
After a long but worthwhile wait for my LE overboots to arrive I finally have had a chance to spend some time with them. Initial impressions were very good; in fact, all...
Winter sleeping pad advice
Hi folks, Last winter I used a Neoair Regular with CCF down to 20F, this weighted in at about 28-30oz, the R value was probaly around 3.5, these trips where for 1...
Sleeping Pads - Inflatable or not?
My inflatable sleeping pad is finally starting to leak at a seam, so I'm debating about another one or to go with a non-inflatable. What are some ideas and recommendations? Going back...
Designing a Better Bear Canister
"There are two other states on the west coast… :-)" I beg to differ.  Seeing as how I own 700-feet of sandy beach on the Pacific Ocean. The mountains in the background...
Wanna help me finish building my new super ultralight cook kit?
If you are here, thanks! I could use the help :) I wanna finish rounding out my SUL cook kit with help from your experiences and suggestions. Where I'm at now is...
Champion C9 Apparel
I'd like to start a discussion on the C9 clothing line by Champion. It seems like an odd brand for backpacking apparel, but some of the stuff appears to be very practical....
Backpacking Light News
Backpacking Light News is curated by our Editorial Staff. Environmental News January 3, 2019 (Fast Company) -Â This old coal plant is now a solar farm, thanks to pressure from local activists Expedition...
Insulation feedback, WWBPLD?
First, non editable post. While I'm waiting on some materials for a main, current project, I'd thought I do a little small, side project that some here might find interesting. I'm making...
