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RHINO ROOF UNDERLAYMENT AS MOISTURE BARRIER?
I spoke to roofing person this evening about laying a roof on a property I own. He recommended Rhino synthetic underlayment as an alternative to the traditional felt. http://www.interwrap.com/RhinoRoof/ I immediately looked...
Advice: Hitting the John Muir Trail in a week
I've been up in Yosemite climbing for the last three weeks and have decided to take a break and go hike the John Muir Trail starting around June 14. Since I'm in...
GG Polycro vs. Window Insulation Film
I read from time to time that the "polycro" sheet sold by Gossamer Gear is really one and the same as "window insulation" plastic sold in hardware stores. Can someone with actual...
If Only Someone Made A…..
If Only Someone Made A.... What do you dream about? * Spinnaker solo size tarp type tent.... * Graduated loft (foot to head) Down/Synthetic Quilt... * Solo Size Spinnaker Mid... Dream Parameters:...
Arcteryx
I know that this is an ultralight forum but I was curious to know if anyone has every used any of the Arcteryx Needle series of backpacks, specifically the 35? Not the...
Polycro ground sheet as a rain shawl
A recent trip where I forgot my umbrella had me using my polycro ground sheet as a rain shawl. I draped it around my neck and criss-crossed it in front, trying to...
which floor with a tarp ?
I used to camp in winter but i was by bicycle and sled dog so i could carry much more stuff, tent and different kind of floor to keep me warm. I...
How did I get so heavy? Late Aug JMT solo
I have the chance to solo the JMT in late August this year, and I tweaked my list from last year a bit. I'm going on the assumption (at THIS point) that...
Bivy idea
Hi guys and gals. I have limited skills but can barter with a local seamstress, so here goes. Please suggest improvements in design as needed. Keep in mind I'm still new to...
Bivy idea
Hi guys and gals. I have limited skills but can barter with a local seamstress, so here goes. Please suggest improvements in design as needed. Keep in mind I'm still new to...
Golite Hut 2
I have used the Golite Hex for a few years and really like it's weatherproofness...However, to "lighten up", I am looking at the Hut 2. I would like some Hut 2 owner's...
Adding a floor to a floorless Cloudburst
Hi All, Like everyone else here I'm interested in shedding pounds from my pack. I'm considering buying a used floorless Cloudburst for its low weight and low cost. However, the wife isn't...
Newbie Gear List
As a child, I had gone camping with my folks for about 10 years (tent trailer every summer). On occasion I also did some packing with friends, but never really put much...
Emergency Bivuoc
I got caught in a real bind!!! My dear wife went to a wedding shower for my nephew in central Texas. Of course, I had her drop me off at a State...
Tent site clearing/cleaning technique?
I don't do a good job of clearing and cleaning under my tent footprint. I try, but always find small rocks (with my back!) after I've pitched. Any techiniques to help clear...
Nightlight Pad Temperature Rating
Anyone know what temperature Gossamer Gear's Nightlight pad (R-2.27) is good to? I have the 3/4 length version and want to know at what temperatures I should carry a Thinlight pad to...
How low in Temp can you go SUL?
So I am looking for other SUL's to list there SUL weight and what temperature it works for you. I have a list that works to about 40* but am looking for...
PCT 2012 list - where to lose weight?
Looking for some comments on this from people who've been on the PCT, or even those who haven't. The total weight of the items below is 9.86 lbs, but I still need...
1/8" Evazote Pad aka GG thinlight 1/8"
Anybody use this as their main pad? I currently use a 3/8" one, but for the summer, I would think I can take a 1/8" pad. I have done it before but...
Help! Need ideas on slippery silnylon floors...
I'm just about to pull the trigger on a Pyra Tent and Pyra Net 1 from Bear Paw Tents, but I'm stuck on the choice of floor material. John at BPT has...
