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2009 so far
I've been lazy about trip reports, so I'll do a round up in this thread. We've been trying new terrain's, seasons, and have gotten down to official ul base weight's this year...
Need feedback on a gatewood cape and bug tent
Need some feedback from someone that uses or has used one. Likes and dislikes. I am either going to buy this setup or build a slightly modified one. Thanks I have used...
Should I bother with a space blanket?
I'm going thru my gear, trying to trim out a bit more fat, and I'm realizing that I've never used my emergency space blanket--it just sits in my pack and probably has...
New Brooks Range Rocket Tent
From the Outdoor Retailer Show: http://www.trailspace.com/blog/2009/07/23/outdoor-retailer-brooks-range-rocket-tent.html Price notwithstanding, it is interesting as a winter shelter. Anyone know what this fabric is and how durable it is, given this is where the cost...
JMT speed record attempt
<"Reiny, you are a riot"> Sarah, you are the only girl besides "CATRA" to ever call me Reiny. CATRA and I met on a moonlit summer night on top of Mount Whitney,...
Solo Shelters
I am selling my Gatewood Cape and GoLite Den 2 shelters and am looking for a solo shelter. The Gatewood did not provide enough protection from bugs and other elements. The Den...
Tarptent vs MSR
We shall see. If she starts whinning I will sleep by the door so I am the one that get disturbed if anyone has to wake up. However, if it become a...
New Tarptent ;this is the Moment !!!
hey franco, i got a Rainbow a month ago and its vents don't seem to be open at all or very little when pitched.. any suggestions/pix? thanks also where you clip the...
Newbie Gear List
Hey, everybody. I'm a lifelong car camper, day hiker and canoer. I recently decided that I wanted to leave the car behind and get into backpacking and, for a lot of reasons,...
Any tarp recommendations too?
What would be a good tarp for a newbie to the tarp/bivy combo and why? unless you are using a quilt I would recommend going with a tarp that is large enough...
4 person family Tent
Brett, It looks like a solid design. Attaching the floor to the end of the walls will simplify things quite alot. I also like your idea of the tie out on the...
My new mini micro pack
Sorry - long. Been trying to put something together mostly for hunting as a survival/comfort pack. I have been using a small day pack with just a normal survival kit in it....
My new mini micro pack
Sorry - long. Been trying to put something together mostly for hunting as a survival/comfort pack. I have been using a small day pack with just a normal survival kit in it....
My new mini micro pack
Sorry - long. Been trying to put something together mostly for hunting as a survival/comfort pack. I have been using a small day pack with just a normal survival kit in it....
Thermarest Trail?
Having scoured the web and looked at many different combinations of sleeping pads, I'm still undecided on sleeping pad. I found the Thermarest Trail Short (48x20x1") weighs 15 oz. While it's no...
Osprey Exos 58
Osprey Exos 58 Backpack Size: Large Year manufactured: 2009 Weight listed: 2 lb 10 oz (1185 g) Actual weight 2 lb 9.8 oz (1180 g) Volume listed: 3700 cu in (61 L)...
Beginner needs gear list advice on solo PCT section hike
I'm new to backpacking but not to the outdoors and I've planned a solo 5 day trip from Stevens pass to Snoqualmie pass July 26th-30th. I know it's risky to go alone...
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap I have been quietly working on this idea for a few months. You can go back and check one of my threads about the new...
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap
Super Ultra Light / Super Ultra Cheap I have been quietly working on this idea for a few months. You can go back and check one of my threads about the new...
TRT Gear List 09
. Aaron, I agree with Dave on the shelter. MLD Sil Poncho is also my rain gear and shelter. If there is a good change of heavy perciptation, bring a breathable bivy....
