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Sleep systems with clothes
Hi everyone Perhaps this has been discussed to death, and if so, ...I'm happy to snoop around some more. :-) Anyways, I am soon to purchase another sleeping bag, with the intention...
Inflatable Sleeping Pads: Finding Comfort when Sleeping on the Ground (Updated)
Companion forum thread to: Inflatable Sleeping Pads: Finding Comfort when Sleeping on the Ground (Updated) The product category of inflatable sleeping pad is trending towards larger, warmer, and more comfortable pads –...
Torso pad on JMT?
So..im getting my gear ready for July trip and looking at how to reduce weight and bulk..on the cheap. My pack is a ULA circuit, my quilt is EE20Long. I currently use...
Any Reveiws On The Ti Goat Ptarmigan Bivy?
I am on a quest to find a breathable bivy. I love sleeping under the stars, and only use my Hex Solo in bad weather. Last summer I experienced internal condensation with...
2008 AT NOBO List
Hello all, This is my projected 2008 NOBO gear list. I will be starting in early May and pushing to finish by late August, as you know a rather speedy thru. Any...
PCT Gear List 2014
Hello hello just want to say thanks to everyone ahead of time for helping me with my gear. These forums have been indispensable during my preparations for the PCT. Here is a...
Zpacks Pocket Tarp
Anyone currently using this as their main shelter, with or without doors? I am curious how you like it and if it would be too small for a 6'2" user. ...
Cuben Fiber Hammock
Hey Bill, I saw your hammock a while back. Nice job on it...Do you like how cuben hammocks lay? Is yours hot? How many nights do you have in it? Do you...
use poncho tarp as a ground sheet
i would like to know wich one would you recommand to use as a ground sheet 1. equinox Terrapin Ultralite 2. golite poncho tarp 3. integral designs sil poncho 4. sea to...
My UL gear list (6.5 pound base wt.)
Ok... I've been reading these forums for months but have yet to post a gear list... so here it is :) This is for shoulder season in Canada (i.e... no bug protection...
Anyone own a MLD Serenity Shelter
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=35&products_id=120 I'm considering this as an light weight option for when I have to go to ground. (I'm a hammock camper) From what I can gather, it would work with my current...
2-3 day run/fastpack- help trim the fat! :)
Art- how small are your trimming yours and what thickness? I've been spoiled by the inflatable, but thought I might get by w/ the 3/8" 20x57" pad, but it's just too big,...
I call it....The Draft Dodger
I put stripes of silicone on the groundsheet because, well, you know why. This of course adds weight. One came in at 153 grams (5.39 ounces) and the other came in at...
Footprint?
What is a footprint? And do I really need one? The footprint is a heavy bombproof ground sheet under your tent that has connectors for your poles. Most stores will try hard...
My 2012 AT Thru Hike List
I'm leaving May 4th NOBO. Right now I'm at 11.56 lbs. It would be nice to get under 10. You can view my list here: http://www.geargrams.com/list?id=5517 Looking for any type of advice...
tarp tips
Ok boys I am about to take the plunge and switch from a tent to a tarp/bivy combo. My nano tarp shipped on tuesday and should be waiting for me when I...
Morning Dew - Cuben Tarp
I was very fortunate to receive an HMG Echo II tarp for my birthday :), my only concern is that I live in an area (Coastal California, just south of Big Sur)...
Pack size help needed
Hello all, I'm trying to get into the sport of ultralight backpacking. In honesty, "light" backpacking may be more appropriate. There are some creature comforts I simply can't give up. I'm trying...
Suggested GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE
I got a great postal scale on Ebay for 39 bucks. Weights are in both American and metric. It even does tare weight. The other thing that's nice is that it goes...
Quilt under a tarp without a Bivy?
Does it make sense to use a quilt under a tarp with no bivy? As background, I am 6'4" and 190 lbs. I am primarily a side-sleeper. I primarily backpack in the...
