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I found some scraps of Tyvek!
So I found some scraps of Tyvek the other day. I was surprised at how "loud" the material is when handling it. I read that an effective way to make the material...
4 Day Rain Packing in PNW :-)
So my next all rain hiking in PNW is coming up, other than day hikes with rain, never done a backpacking trip. Any suggestions on how to ace this? Gear: 1. Wearing:...
Hexamid made with heavier Cuben?
I have pretty much settled on a Hexamid as my shelter as I take up backpacking again, but I was wondering about its durability and whether it might be worthwhile to order...
Tell me about your gear lists w/ Jam pack
Im wondering what people are packing in their jams, how many days they have packed for, and most importantly how you pack stuff in it for the best fit. Ive got a...
Colorado Rockies 3 Season List
Solo Backpacking List for Colorado Rockies Three Season (Usually 2-4 nights and almost always spend some time above timberline). I’m 6’1” about 220lbs. I’m cheap, broke or is that frugal? The most...
Is this a good reason to buy The One?
I am a tarp and bivy user that is looking for the absolute lightest shelter setup for below tree line use in possibly wet conditions. Recently I started using a medium Neo...
Is this a good reason to buy The One?
I am a tarp and bivy user that is looking for the absolute lightest shelter setup for below tree line use in possibly wet conditions. Recently I started using a medium Neo...
Is this a good reason to buy The One?
I am a tarp and bivy user that is looking for the absolute lightest shelter setup for below tree line use in possibly wet conditions. Recently I started using a medium Neo...
3 Shelter Options. Would Like Your Opinion
I have narrowed my next shelter to the following three options and I would like your opinions. Option 1: Mountain Laurel Designs Cuben Grace Solo Tarp: 5.5oz Titanium Goat Ptarmigan Bivy w/Full...
Survival gear list
I would recommend everyone stick a large trash or lawn and leaf bag in their pocket. As Jaiden posted previously, it has a dozen uses, weighs a little more than an ounce,...
The North Face Propel
The Propel I am reviewing is a '06 regular size, zipperless, Polarguard Delta filled sleeping bag with a zippered foot box vent(with a FAT draft tube behind the zipper). It weighed in...
Gossamer Gear The Two
Gossamer Gear The Two $389 29oz and about the size of a duplex Is 10d going to be enough for a floor? I have my doubts. They should have kept copying the...
Advice on picking a rain kilt/skirt
I made my self a DIY rain kilt and I like it but it was not the best design. I would like to buy one of the cottage offerings but not sure...
Steps toward lightening the load
I have only been a member for a couple of weeks, and this place is awesome. Thanks for all the advice so far! I do have another puzzle: I am trying to...
Quick question on Polycro ground sheet...
Hey folks, first nights out with our new Duplex this weekend and we will be using a polycro ground cloth. As this stuff shrinks with heat should I lay it in the sun before cutting the...
Terylene ponchos
Hi folks, Anyone have experience with these cheap, 190T Terylene, ponchos? http://www.ebay.com/itm/321261790152?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 There about $20 on ebay. I wouldn't expect breathable, and given the grommets, that much durability, but at 7 ounces...
Mid vs Tarp
Interested in your opinions of a Tarp vs MLD Solomid for regular 3 season use. For comparison purposes, I have a GG SpinnTwinn which is 11oz in its stuff sack including line...
Extra Protection for an Inflatable
One of the things I've noticed is that a lot of folks are nervous about puncturing their inflatable mattress. I'm no different. For the last couple of years, I've used a Gossamer...
Best poncho
It's time to give up my rain jacket and move to a light weight ponch. What do you recommend and why? This will not be used as a shelter well maybe in...
Lightweight rain gear recommendations
I use the Zpacks Rain Jacket. I like it so much I just ordered the Zpacks Rain Pants. The first time I used a Dry Ducks jacket the zipper failed when I...
