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1st post plus Tentative Gear List
Hey all! I am a long time lurker and someone who has dreamed of backpacking for a long time. Now that I am out of a relationship and getting on my own...
Sleeping Bag vs Bags - and temps for a multi-bag system in SouthEast US?
I'm looking to upgrade my bag(s) for my girlfriend and I and looking for advice on my approach. I’m interested in a quilt but she doesn’t seem excited about them and want's...
MYOG Gear Closet
There was a similar thread here asking what closet organization people we using, and instead of the gear section I'm curious as to what others have built to suit their needs? I'll...
the opposite of ultralight
Been meaning to share this story. About 10 years ago I was backpacking around Europe on my first trip there, lasting about 3 months. I was mostly sleeping in hostels, but I...
Conscious gear buyer
Question out there. I know money and budgets are a factor, but do you take into consideration where your items are made. For example. I just bought a pair of Black Diamond...
"Don't buy expensive ___; save your money and buy good _____."
I think that there are very few areas where spending money makes sense. So lots of save money here. Also I think that the midpoint is always better then the high point....
Western USA Gear List
This is my first post, I'm fairly new to the ultra light scene, so forgive me if there are some obvious errors! Myself and my girlfriend are traveling from LA to Vancouver...
130 miles in two days?
I've mountain biked most of my life and I'm in good shape, but I don't have much experience doing any long distance road cycling. The furthest I ever cycled was 40 hilly...
Beginners Gear List
I have a feeling I'm probably going to take a bit of criticism for some of my choices, but having started collecting backpacking equipment only a few months ago, and trying to...
REI HAS THE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE ON THE PLANET!
"Tom, I'm still going with high-maintenance, low experience. But anything is possible. It doesn't feel that way to me." Yeah, I'm willing to admit anything is possible. I'm probably just a curmudgeonly...
Tent Tech
I love a good tent. But what IS a good tent? ->lightweight - This usually means silnylon or cuben fiber for the fabric and aluminum or carbon fiber shock-corded poles. Also strong...
Am I ready for a UL Pack
Hey all, I am new to the forum and new to light backpacking. I would like some advice on my gear list and how to get ready for an UL pack like...
Bearikade Weekender Fit Question
Does anyone know if a pack with the following dimensions: 13" wide by 8" deep by 21" tall plus roll top would fit a Bearikade Weekender horizontally at the bottom of the...
TENT, SLEEPING BAG AND STOVE SUGGESTIONS.
I see you are starting in Mexico, going through Central America, and then to South America. I would definitely start with 3 season or warmer gear. Even the highest mountains of central...
TENT, SLEEPING BAG AND STOVE SUGGESTIONS.
Hi again everyone!! I'm really sorry I'm having to ask these questions once again, but I am still totally trapped in confusion...I'm trying to read as much as possible, but I feel...
2014 AT thru hike gear list
I know this is a late start but I'm leaving on April 25th because that's when my semester ends for college. Here is my gear list so far. I kinda imulated Andrew...
If you had 2 more lbs for free, what gear would you add?
For sure, my #1 choice would be a DSLR and an ultra wide lens, and a big fatty knife, 8oz of 12 year scotch, a large xtherm... Am I over yet? "It...
Need Some Feedback
Hello all, New to the forum and also to backpacking. Been lurking here for awhile and finally got a membership and put together a gear list to try to get some feedback....
Help with Zpacks Zero Sizing
I placed my order for a Zpacks Zero in size medium over the weekend and an starting to think its going to be too big. I currently have MLD Prophet and want...
Polygiene: A Stand Up Company
Awhile back, i ordered some knock off buffs off ebay, (originally from Turkey and from a company called NARR). Both on ebay and on the NARR website, they claim that their buffs...
