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Polycryo vs. window treatment from home improvement store
I was reading some other threads about the polycryo ground sheets, and saw a few people mention that the window treatment film that can be bought at a home improvement store is...
Time to come clean
After commenting on others' gear lists for several years, I thought it was time to come clean with one of my own. I've added the actual gear list I used for a...
Non-crinkly robust sleeping pad
For the last several years I have hiked with a Thermarest NeoAir Trekker in the warmer months and NeoAir XTherm Max in the cold months. I have found them to be reasonably...
Rain wrap, Cloud kilt... any other options?
I am looking at some lower half rain protection and I'm liking the rain wrap/cloud kilt type of garment and was wondering if there are any other brands/competitors making a similar product....
AT 500 mile section hike
I am about to leave for a solo 500 mile section hike on the AT, starting in MA, hiking south to Harpers Ferry WV. I'm packing a few items of clothing that...
Mids: Supermid vs. Khafra vs. Oware
I'm thinking about getting a big mid. I'm 6'4 and want something roomy and light. I'm tempted to get one with a mesh inner but not sure about the sizing. I'm wondering...
Critique My Pack List
Hey guys, first time posting but have been visiting the site for a while now. I just recently got into backpacking back in March of this year but I went head first...
Poncho in Colorado High Country?
I am a big poncho fan. I love my Golite Poncho and use it as my rain gear/pack cover/ground sheet. I have used it in some rough conditions in the Pacific Northwest...
Winter weight – need to loose some pounds!
Roger, It's interesting to see your decision making. You have a different set of variables and goals. I am usually in a teaching situation when I do the LONG trips in the...
May Challenge Gear Help!?
Hello BPL Community! Im in need of suggestions or just general discussion on what gear to use and bring on a challenge I have set for myself and a teacher for an...
Lightest WPB fabric available to us
Hey, i was wandering what the lightest WPB fabric available to MYOG folks is. I was thinking it would probably be a tyvek or propore type thing with an obscure product number...
JMT Unresupplied Attempt Pack List
PACK LIST I previously posted my intentions to attempt the John Muir Trail Un-rsupplied in the summer on the trip announcements. I finally completed making my list. Basically I want everything that...
First Time Gear List Base
Hello All, So I am just getting back into hiking and backpacking. I was a boy scout for8 years so I outdoor experience. Just getting good stuff now and lighter gear. Feel...
Where are the MLD shelters???
Just checked the MLD website and the Superfly has been pulled from it ... ??? S Sven, I too am interested in why these products are not available. You might receive better...
7d material EE quilt
Does anyone have experience with 7d material for the inside, outside or both of an Enlightened Equipment quilt. I’ve been considering buying a new Enlightened equipment Revelation quilt with the 7d material...
AHH! I can't choose! BA SL1 vs WB Tarp
I am going crazy trying to make this decision. I want to jump on the "tarp bandwagon" but I am too nervous to leave the 360 degree protection and ease of setup...
Sleeping pad on inside or outside of bivy?
I primarily use closed cell foam pads and am wondering as a new bivy user what people general do with their pads. I have only used my TiGoat bivy once and left...
Blue foam vs. GG ThinLight
Hello, I've been a fan of my torso length blue foam pad but I know many people like the Gossamer Gear ThinLight pads. What are the differences? Weight, insulation, etc ... Thanks,...
Polyethylene vs Polycro for ground sheet
What are people's experience or opinion using either plastic. Thanks. I know they are pretty similar just want to hear your thoughts. Polycro is more compressible, lighter, more slippery, and more puncture...
Sleeping Pad R-value?
Hi, I'm looking to get a new pad and I'm just wondering how much insulation I really need. Background: 52 year old side sleeper, move around a good amount. Normally use a...
