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How prevalent are no-see-ums? (subtopic: bug netting with tarp)
As a newbie to backpacking I can sense that the bug protection issue while using a tarp as shelter has been discussed ad nauseum. However, I feel like it's all been discussed...
Ray Way tarp kit two person
I just finished making Ray and Jenny's two person tarp. I had had the book for some time and had been wanting to make it for about a year. For a while,...
SUL long distance gear list
Gear List for a long distance 5 day hike (low temps in the low 60's, many insects): 1) Gossamer Gear G6 (3.5 oz) 2) Granite Gear Airbag #1 for clothing (0.375 oz)...
UL Sleeping Pad – Thermarest Ridge Rest vs Gossamer Nighlight vs Others
So.... what lightweight pad to get? I'm coming from I guess an a $20 used REI rental original Thermarest standard long... somewhere inbetween the current Base Camp or Trail Comfort regular: ~42oz...
bivy pattern
Does anyone have experience w/ the Seattle Fabrics/Rainshed bivy pattern? Or a suggestion of a better pattern to use? Thanks! John, Do you go with this pattern? I'm looking at making a...
No tarp?
(crap this is probably in the wrong section. If a mod could move it I'd be greatful) I'm doing some unsupported endurance mountain bike races, primarily in desert regions but also with...
Silnylon “Misting” and Ray Jardine
I saw this quote on the ray-way.com site: We have developed a process that prevents our silicone nylon from passing a fine mist in a heavy rain. This process adds no weight,...
Light Weight 4 season Tent
I was just about to order the Hilleberg Atko when I discovered Stephenson Warmlight 2. These look/read impressive. The website doesn't look too professional and these tents cost a bomb ($US480). I...
Gatewood Cape ??’s
Has anybody used their gatewood cape out on the trail for shelter. How does it hold up in the wind and the rain..are there condensation problems?? I see a few reviews where...
Advice from experienced poncho tarp users
Well this morning there seems to be a solution I didn't think of - the vest. It sounds like I need a vest plus an Epic windshirt and I'll be pretty well...
pack question
I'm looking for a lightweight pack for 3-4day trips. I'm using a tarp and weight, exluding water etc is 12-15lbs. The problem: I have spondilitis, which is an arthritic condition of the...
Titanium Goat Bivy
Has anyone used the Titanium Goat Bivy sack? Does this bivy perform well? I recently bought one, I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but it is nicely made for...
A new pack/stuff sack
I just got a Etowah Outfitters Townbag for organizing my essentials and a bug-out bag. It is a simple 2.1oz 7"x6"x18" silnylon stuff sack with adjustable, unpadded shoulder straps. You can use...
Foil Blanket – Sleeping
I was wondering whether anyone had ever wrapped one of those emergency foil blankets around their sleeping pad to reflect body heat back up towards the bodies core during the night. If...
help me spend my $200 at REI
i have a 200 dollar gift card at REI that my mom bought for me. i dont really need much now considering they dont sell the rainbow 2, but i need to...
Philmont gear selection..
Wow. A lot has changed since the late 80's. I did not know about all the rules now. I also read a few months ago that there is a waiting list a...
Solo Tent and Bag Combination
Looking to conserve space/weight for 3 season solo camping >40 degrees with bug protection. Considering Six Moon Design Lunar Solo or TarpTent Rainbow. Also considering Western Mountaineering Highlite sleeping bag. Any opinions?...
SpinnChaps
Hey all, I just got the gossamer gear newsletter and they have a bunch of new gear either out or on the way. G6's with waitbelts (dubbed the 6.5... not sure if...
Minimalist/ XUL/ 3 season gear list
Here is a very usable gear list that(with similar gear) has worked for me comfortably without a sleepingbag down to 45 degrees and if I want to go 35-40 (or extreme of...
7.5oz BMW floorless tent?
no cost estimate yet. BPL staff: is this product still in the pipeline? In the post above from March 06, Ryan expected them to start shipping by last summer. I really hope...
