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Cuben Fiber - what's not to like?
Hey guys, I've been using cuben tarps for a few years, and am considering going back to silnylon or home-made polycro tarps. Why? There are some inherent qualities about cuben fiber that...
Lightweight Affordable Tarps
I'm going to be real blunt with you Lawson. My impression of this situation. You see an opportunity to by a cheap material for really cheap, and turn around and sell it...
Tie out for cuben tarps?
I have some cuben and I want to make a small over hang for my bivy. basically a small area I can chill out in and watch it rain. I dont need...
Anyone making custom footprints?
looking for perhaps one .of the cottage vendors out there who could make me a custom Dyneema ground sheet for my tent. The oem footprint is over 6 oz.s, however, I like...
Covid Projects
Hey guys, since I've had a lot of free time, I've been putting it to good use making and experimenting with a couple new to me projects and some of the older...
Tarp - solid ridge line vs guylines
Just bought an 8x10 silnylon tarp and plan to pitch it this weekend. Probably play with a simple A frame. Should I use a solid ridge line or just guylines at the...
Ground Sheets
First of all, let me state that I normally backpack in the national parks of California in the summer, so it tends to be cool and dry, except when it gets cold...
Bug Out Bag / Prepper Setup / Survival-based UL kit and philosophy
I understand what you are saying and i generally agree, except on a few key points, for example, "If someone can walk from Mexico to Canada or cover 1000 miles in the...
scouts making their own gear
I am curious what all the experienced scout leaders out there think about the idea of scouts making their own gear - particularly packs. I have been making my own packs since...
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...
Timberline Trail August 23-26
sacrificial first post to the Cascadian volcano gods. My sister and I met up for a backpacking trip around Mt Hood on the Timberline Trail last week. It was our first backpacking...
Rain coverage for the REI Bug Hut 2
After consulting with the gf we went with a REI Bug Hut 2 for the times when we need insect protection as we don't use hiking poles. We both fit in there...
Please help my list out
Clothing Worn OR Nimbus Sombrero 3.4oz Golite lite-weight S/S top 4oz Golite lite-weight brief 2oz Golite Baseline Shorts 9oz Smartwool Adrenilie Cew Socks (2pair) 4oz Montrail Hardrock Wide 13oz Other items worn...
UL tent plus footprint vs heavier tent w/out footprint
In my mission to lighten up, I'm scrutinizing my Nemo Losi 3p with a 60 Denier floor (5lb 10oz trail weight). Â I can shave 2 lbs by moving to a BA Copper...
Please help my list out
Okay I am new to lightweight backpacking, although I have been backpacking for over 12 years now. Currently my pack weights about 50-55 lbs and this is just way too much. I...
How big to cut a ground sheet for TarpTent Notch?
I bought a Notch when I "really wanted" the ProTrail. But . . . I have really been enjoying the Notch. At first I thought it was too big, and lamented that...
Need Gear Advice
I am looking for a bargain sleeping bag. I dont have a bag right now and usually just sleep in my gear, a little crazy for winter camping in Colorado. So I...
the great single wall tent debate
which 2 person single wall tents have the best ventilation?? i need something light for me and my5 yr old son i had the msr fling and can tell you from expierience...
AT Thru Hike
This summer I plan to attempt a hike on the Appalachian trail. I can't start my hike until around June 8 and only have to around August 13 because of school and...
Philmont gear selection..
i just finished the Rayado program at Philmont and wore boots the whole time. several others, including one ranger, wore tennis shoes or trail runners the whole time, and loved it. i...
