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Quadratic tent experiences? does it match the Caffin criteria?
Hi, I found this tent: http://www.thetheoryworks.com/quadratic-tent-system/ which might meet some of Roger's criteria for a tunnel tent (though it might fail to meet them all to be a proper Caffin tent). Does...
Dodging T-storms in the High Sierra
(edit: I meant to edit this first post, but I ended up putting the TR in the second post. I apologize for my error; please enjoy these ASCII mountains) /\ /  \/\...
Lateral tunnel tent?
I've been noodling on this a bit more, focusing on wind loading, as that appears to be a weak point of the concept. I realized that if you have a big, head-to-toe...
How much does sleeping bag volume affect warmth?
I'm asking because my current bag isn't warm enough for me, and I'm debating what to do about it. I have the Western Mountaineering Apache MF, which is a narrow 15 degree...
Summer sleeping setup help
I've always just made do with a 20* bag of some kind year round, trying to get a dedicated summer bag in the 40 degree ish range. Preferably: no hood, semi- rectangle...
Massdrop Announces Dan Durston X Mid Tent: 2 People, 2 hiking poles, 28 oz, $199
I find the supplied stuff sack to be sized perfectly well...no trouble at all fitting the shelter in it. Â I use the STS Nano because I prefer a totally waterproof tent sack...
Massdrop Announces Dan Durston X Mid Tent: 2 People, 2 hiking poles, 28 oz, $199
The rip above was going to be repaired first with tenacious tape on inside + silicone on outside before restoring the hem. I am thinking it would be good to avoid stitches...
Massdrop Announces Dan Durston X Mid Tent: 2 People, 2 hiking poles, 28 oz, $199
Looks like a sound design Dan. The biggest drawback to mids is the way the canopy is so close to your head and feet when you lay down. This 2 pole design obviously...
Traversing Corsica on the GR-20 – Another Father-Daughter Adventure
Now that my daughter is 16 I don’t take it any longer for granted that she wants to go on her annual summer backpacking trek with me. Our summer treks from when...
Why use 3/4 length pad?
I found a ridgerest at Goodwill, but failed to notice it was 3/4 length until i got home... only weighs 269 grams on my scale which is great.  But then i thought......
Ditch Exos 38 for New Kumo? Need advice.
First post...need advice. I hammock with a WBBB. I have my summer baseweight to 9.5 with the Exos 38 (no brain). I can save 10 oz with the Kumo (w/upgraded sit pad)....
Bob Open 2018
Bob Open Trip Report Day 1: North Fork Blackfoot Trailhead to Basin Creek Cabin (27.7 miles) After a wet evening, we started hiking on a beautiful cool sunny morning. Really couldn't have...
moving from sleeping bag to quilt
Hello Folks--I am trying to drop my base weight and thinking about moving from my Western Mountaineering Versalite 10 degree, 850 fill bag (30oz) to a quilt. Â Last year on the firs...
Warmth upgrade from down quilt
I have an Enlightened Equipment Revelation. I am 5' 6" with a 33" waist and have the 20 degree 800 fill short and regular width model that I have had for a...
Gear shops in Japan
I’m in Japan for a couple of weeks and looking for suggestions on UL gear/clothing shops. Arrived at Kansai yesterday and am staying in Nara. Heading to Tokyo in 10 days. Thanks...
Hiking the JMT in late September/early October?
Hello everyone, I was looking for some input on Hiking the JMT from September 19- October3-4 starting at Tuolumne Meadows. I have been hiking all my life but have yet to do...
Thoughts on This Tarp for Dining Fly
What do you folks think of this tarp in 10x12 as a dining fly? Price/weight/reviews all look good to me. Paria SilTarp Not bad. 22 ounces. I would use some better cord...
Cold wet night, advice for next time
Hey all, A couple of weeks ago I was able to get out for a quick weekend overnighter. I was exited because the weather was calling for snow with temps in the...
Rain-pants - WPB vs Silnylon
Hi My ancient non-breathable rain pants are reaching end of life. I'm a neanderthal who has never tried breathable rain pants and and am wondering if switching to a WPB fabric is...
TT Notch vs SMD Deschutes + inner
So I'm in the market for a new tent. For the most part I've narrowed it down to the Notch and the Deschutes/inner combo. I live in California and need a tent...
