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Help for camping in the rain with Skyscape Scout tent
I have been hiking and camping for several years, usually with minimal gear, but so far only in fair weather. I would like to learn how to camp in the rain. To...
Wool sleeping bag for desert use
Your are going to end up with a 5 pound sack of wool that will barely keep you warm below 40 degrees. That is exactly why everyone slept next to fires when...
Torso only pads, Yay or Nay?
How many of you use torso only pad (like a GG NightLight for example)? Do you find it to be comfortable enough to use a pack under your feet? Do you use...
Six Moon Skyscape-X
I haven't had time to set mine up yet but I just got the last one in stock from hikelite.com I an very happy with the weight and features but am curious...
Design advice for making a two-person sleeping system?
I'm hoping to get some design advice on making a two-person quilt (probably down) for my wife and I to use down to about 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Right now we use two...
Tyvek footprint for Cuben Fiber Tent
Hi. I have lucked upon a Skyscape X CF tent. I do a lot of camping in rocky areas (e.g. on Mount Hood) and I am concerned about a rock poking a...
Camping in treeless alpine terrain in rain- anyone use a tent AND a tarp? If so, how?
I have a trip scheduled this weekend with a local all-ladies Meetup group to hike into an alpine lake and camp there. August is our rainy season, and this year has been...
Warding off black bears, what has worked for you??
The other approach is to carry a cheap little .25 or .32 auto. If a bear comes after your party, you shoot your buddy in the leg. There was a recent story...
Best Beginner Tarp/Bivy Combo
I am looking for a the most idiot proof tarp system that employs HIKING poles (note: correction). And a bivvy bag. I would love to find a short bivy bag to fit...
It may be early but... First cut at JMT list for 2014
I'm starting to think about a JMT thru hike next year. This gear list is based on experience with a couple of 5-day backpacks in the Sierra (this year and last) and...
Advice from Gatewood Cape or Poncho owners
Hello Everyone, I've had a Gatewood Cape for a while now, but when my backpacking was limited to Michigan I wasn't exposed to day long rain like I am now that I'm...
Has Anyone Used a Rain "Kilt"?
After getting caught in a wicked rain/hail/thunderstorm last week, I'm thinking of how to protect my lower half in really bad weather. I never really liked rain pants (unless it's very cold,...
What I'm Taking on my JMT Hike (this is how you do it)
Oh, just found the map at. http://www.sierrawild.gov/bears/food-storage-map I can easily get through those areas as long as I get sleep before going into Vidette and at Reds. The canister gets to be...
What I'm Taking on my JMT Hike (this is how you do it)
Okay, I've said a lot about how people don't need much when they hike. So now I am finally hiking the JMT at my own pace and decided to put my list...
What would YOUR SUL thru-hike gear list look like?
I just returned from a week long section hike on the AT with an 8 lb base weight (12 oz dedicated to electronics and batteries) I met a number of through hikers...
Paranoia? Good parenting? Hmmm?
Ok, when weather permits and everyone is out and under the starts this conversation is moot. But 9/10 times I bring a shelter for myself and the kiddos. Its great and I'm...
Input on Getting Lighter
I am working on lightening up and thinking about the next best thing to cut. I am a three season hiker in the North East. Often on the AP. I am usually...
Bug net/bivy
I am looking for recommendations for a bug net (no-see-um) for a florless tent. Something significantly lighter than a regular bivy I own (~9oz). I have searched forums, but saw no definitive...
Trying to push myself to make the tarp plunge
"Backyard testing is no good" I see a lot of stuff that I call "backyard use only" but it is a start in the sense that if it does not pass the...
Trying to push myself to make the tarp plunge
I wanted to start this thread off by thanking everyone in this community for the massive amount of help, friendliness to newcomers, and great information you pass on. I have successfully, through...
