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Best Flooring Material
I am in the process of making a TarpTent out of Tyvek, and I wanted to get some opnions on the best flooring material to use WITHOUT also carrying a groundcloth. I...
Thoughts on gear
I used a lot of new gear in 2010 and wanted to share some thoughts on it. I think my wife and I found our perfect tent this year. It was a...
AT 2011 Gear list
This is my list for my 2011 thru-hike. It is pretty similar to the colorado gear list i used all summer this summer but a few things that are specific to the...
Ultralight generic gear list
If someone asked you what is needed for a typical backpacking kit, what would you include? This is my summer-ish list for North America, below tree line. I'm surprised how little it...
1.1oz non dwr Bivy?
Hi quick question, my friend really liked my bivvy and asked me to make him one for cost, but he doesnt want to spend much money. Would 1.1oz nylon 2nds without DWR...
Need help deciding on a sleep system
I have already ordered a gatewood cape as my shelter, but can't seem to decide what to get to finish my sleep system. This will be for 3 season use in the...
Need help deciding on a sleep system
I have already ordered a gatewood cape as my shelter, but can't seem to decide what to get to finish my sleep system. This will be for 3 season use in the...
Tyvek vs 2mil painters tarp
I don't have convenient access to tyvek to compare but can some comment on the pros and cons of these products as a ground sheet? Thanks. My suggestion is neither. Get some...
how to keep the sitpad under my toe stable when i sleep
Guys on not too cold trips i use a torso length pad and use my sit pad under my heels and sometimes rucksack under the legs. Ive been wrestling with how to...
Big Agnes Fly Creek3
I am in the market for one of these tents, so if you have one F/S send me a PM. I just have a few questions about it.. or tents in general...
osprey talon 33 for a kid?
Greetings, I am looking to get my son out on the trails when he visits this summer. We did a 3 night hike on the CT and he loved it! He toughed...
Has anyone used an Equinox bivy?
Does anyone have any experience with the Equinox mummy bivy shown here: http://www.equinoxltd.com/Cart/description.php?II=8101 From the manufacturer's page: ...super tenacious 1.1oz ripstop...silicone impregnated bottom and water repellant breathable top...6.5oz I was looking for...
Groundsheet puncture resistance
I've been using a small strip of tyvek, probably 2'x7', underneath my Neoair Xlite. Now I know everyone says oh just spend more time picking out all the sharp things and you'll...
Updated 2013 JMT Gear List
A while ago I posted a gear list and got some great advice. I wanted to show you guys how it went. Here is the original Thread... http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=60956 Here is my revised...
Sierra Gear List – Under 10 lbs
I just got under 10 pounds without even realizing it. Thanks, BPL! I'm headed to Tamarack Lakes in the Rock Creek area (eastern sierras) for a 2 night trip solo- and may...
Condensation between tent floor and pad when sleeping on snow
(Sorry if this is a common question, searching didn't turn up much) I recently spent a night with a friend in snow conditions and we woke to considerable condensation between sleeping pads...
CT week gear list for review
I am planning on leaving tomorrow for a 6 day 5 night CT Section hike. Please let me know what I can par back on. The night at higher evevations are getting...
CT week gear list for review
I am planning on leaving tomorrow for a 6 day 5 night CT Section hike. Please let me know what I can par back on. The night at higher evevations are getting...
CT week gear list for review
I am planning on leaving tomorrow for a 6 day 5 night CT Section hike. Please let me know what I can par back on. The night at higher evevations are getting...
Looking for another ‘freestanding’ option
I have a Tarptent Contrail and I do like it but it is not the shelter for me in all situations. My tarping skills are very poor it seems as I do...
