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AT Thru-Hike, 2009
THANKS to all who have posted! The feedback means so much. I have a few nit-picky questions left: 1. I've added food, water and fuel (alc) weight estimates to my gear list....
insulate tent not sleepbag? efficieny?
It occurred to me that insulating a small ridge tnent with bubble wrap might be more efficinent (lighter) than a heavier sleeping bag: the flysheet is non breathable so, no matter that...
Most comfortable CCF pad for side sleeper
Hi, Tim, After I scrolled back to your first post and found that you were relatively comfortable with a 21 ounce pad, I was hesitant to bring up another 21 ounce solution....
Most comfortable CCF pad for side sleeper
I have some back problems. I spend most of the night sleeping on my side. I have been comfortable enough to sleep through the night (not ideal, but it works) with my...
2008 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Companion forum thread to:2008 Backpacking Light Staff Picks Very interesting to see the range of favorites from those at the front of the herd. Although I'm plodding along near the back -...
Do I really need a bivy for snow camping?
I just found out that my snowcaving has been cancelled because the council can't get the insurance to have such a big event. TOTALLY BUMMED! Thanks for all the feedback, hopefully next...
which pad for 20 F
I did a search and couldn't find anything so I'm going to ask. What pad is suitable for use with a nunatak arc alpinist in 20 F? Jay Check out insulated pads...
Gear Suited for Wet, Cold Weather Hiking
Ouch.... In the context ( gear for crappy weather) the comments about inner pitch first seem appropriate, in fact that was the reason I did not get the T0 Ultra when it...
Gear Suited for Wet, Cold Weather Hiking
Companion forum thread to:Gear Suited for Wet, Cold Weather Hiking Greg, Don't be put off by Chris' description of Scottish weather, just check the next time I'll be in Scotland (Oct '09)...
My First Gear List
This is my first attempt at weighing everything and putting it into a spreadsheet. I'm going on a 26 mile two day trip in a couple of weeks in VA. Any input...
Learning winter UL
Hello, How can I learn to transition to winter hiking and camping? I'm in central new york and looking to spend some time in Adirondacks as soon as possible. any suggestions welcome....
Help Choosing a Bag/Quilt
I recently sold my FF 30F Syn quilt, and am in the market for a new bag/quilt. I really don't go out in the winter here in Eastern PA, so it'll definitely...
My little baggie of important dinky stuff
DINKY STUFF (and such) FOR A WEEK: _____________________ 1. Aqua Mira Kit [re-packaged] / 1.8 oz 2. Platypus repair patches / 0.1 oz 3. hand sanitizer [re-packaged] / 0.7 oz 4. toothpaste...
Vapor Barrier question
Stephen, Interesting- if a trip incorporated stops in huts or cabins, this certainly would test the limits of a system where VB and insulation could not be separated. Jon, Some ideas that...
Vapor Barrier question
FWIW, my trips are in the quite humid Great Lakes region. I have found the VBL to be invaluable here, and a significant contribution to my kit. Of course, if you're on...
I did it! 5 lb Base Wt
Again, I want to thank everyone for their comments and assistance with my pack gear list. I posted my first list on 11-30-08, see the list at: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=16947&skip_to_post=129240#129240 I have thrown out...
GG Thinlight w/ BA Insulated Air Core
I am currently using the BAIAC as my main pad. To what temps do you think it is good for? It is rated at 15 F, I'm thinking that may be a...
Sphinx Lakes Basin, Early Fall
Water under the first bridge, crossing Bubbs Creek, where the trail begins its climb. I'm about a mile from the trailhead at Road's End, in King's Canyon National Park, (near Sequoia National...
Nunatak in winter?
I have a Nunatak Arc Alipinist that I would like to use in Sierra winter conditions, with low temps possibly reaching single digits. I plan to layer with a Merino base layer,...
cold night…wondering why
Here is my setup on thanksgiving night. Black Diamond Lighthouse tent sitting on a Tyvek groundsheet Ridge rest(at least 8 years old) WM Ultralite Sleeping in BPL merino top, patagonia R1 hoody,...
