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Marmot Helium EQ15F or WM Versalite
Hello People I got great help in a previous thread so I thought I'd try again. Am looking at buying one of these two bags: Marmot Helium EQ15F Western Mountaineering Versalite Pros...
S3P System (College Project)
Hey all, So I am a product design student and just wrapped up a 13 week semester where I focused on backpacking gear. Unfortunately my teacher knows nothing about backpacking so I'd...
Lafuma?
Hi there - I found fairly light Lafuma 15F bag (orig. $300) and was wondering if anybody had any experience with Lafuma bags? Heard that the temp ratings may be a bit...
The Third Pack The Beginning
Trial and error, learn by doing and "doh" I wish I'd done or thought of that has caused me to begin another SUL pack. On my last AT trek I mailed home...
$300 to invest New To Backpacking Light Here’s my Traditional gear list
rei new star pack 6-7 pounds gigapower Columbia titanium shell stocking hat silk top and bottoms North Face Shorts Tee shirt Fleece jacket Long Sleeve Shirt button up for bugs Camelbak bladder...
how many calories per pound per day do you eat?
I've seen a lot of discussion here on how much food to bring, but it tends to be inconclusive. Considering that food can easily be half your pack weight, and that this...
Cuben Fiber Meet My Tensometer!
From MLD's site: "We use unique bonding tape with 3X the UV inhibitors vs other common 3M style tapes. We have never had a Cuben tarp returned for failure in the field....We...
UL REI STYLE – Yes it CAN Be Done
Hey guys, I feel that a recurring theme for people new to backpacking is “what to buy”. There’s an overabundance of information on this site pointing them to TarpTent and SMD etc....
GoLite Eden 1
I bought this tent to replace my beloved MSR Hubba which was mysteriously missing from my luggage when I returned home from from a trip to the Grand Canyon in April. (I...
Width of cuben bonded seams
I’m thinking about some MYOG projects involving cuben fiber. I like the idea of bonded seams (with 3M 9485 transfer tape). What’s the recommended or needed width of a seam that must...
3-4 openings for Rae Lakes loop 8/12-8/15
For most of that loop route, you don't really need 2 liters of water. However, for the section between Paradise Valley and Woods Crossing, you will. The upper part of it tends...
Warmth of down when compressed
Hi folks, I read a thread on here recently that mentioned that down does not loose too much warmth if worn compressed. unfortuntaley I cannot find the post and was wondering if...
3 season MN list
Here is my attempt at UL Shelter- CCS 8x10 tarp w/ stuff sack 16oz Guyline 5oz 12 stakes 18g each Ground cloth 6 1/4oz Sleep- REI Sahara down bag 36oz Dry bag...
Using Google Earth for Trip Planning
Trying to figure out how to use Google Earth for trip planning. Seems like it has massive potential, but I can't find a trails overlay, or really any way of getting my...
Evolution of UL Hiker
Is there a process where people go to light and return to heavier options...albeit light heavier options. What are your thoughts? Did you go lighter and move back a bit for your...
Finally got a tarp
I was looking at small tarps but ended up getting an 8x10 tundra tarp from Cooke Custom Sewing. It is made with 1.1oz sil-nylon and is said to weigh 14oz but I...
Heavy gear that works
My Dad's North Face 30*F sleeping bag that must be 15+ yrs. old still kicks butt. It has lost some loft over the years and weighs a darned heavy 3-1/2lb. and only...
Pillow woes
I have come to the conclusion that I need a real pillow for backpacking in order to sleep well and to avoid waking up with a terrible pain in my neck. I've...
Granite Gear Vapor Trail vs lidless Meridian Vapor
I recently retired my ~56oz Nimbus Meridian for use as a winter pack and went to a ~38oz Vapor Trail for 3-season, but I miss the panel-loading. Thinking of splitting the difference...
Headnet Options
I've been waiting for a few months for the BPL headnets to come back in stock, but it looks like I might need to consider other options for this summer. Mountain Laurel...
