Hey guys, just wanted to share my set up. This is a video that I recently made and uploaded to youtube showing my tarp set up for hammock camping or even used for ground shelter. I use 1 carabiner...
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Hey guys, just wanted to share my set up. This is a video that I recently made and uploaded to youtube showing my tarp set up for hammock camping or even used for ground shelter. I use 1 carabiner...
Here is my set up. I use the Ripstop By the Roll winter 12 kit (now they come pre cut) in conjunction with 1 caribiner and 1 loop alien. I have used this set up on the ground as shelter but mostly...
Thanks for the feedback, as for calling my setup ultralight or lightweight I don't. But I do call it a lot lighter than I have carried in the past. Which is a good thing. At 21.8 lbs that I carried...
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Here is my Mozone pack, I recently modified. Top is the modified and bottom is the original. It cut off the top cover and draw string closure. Added ripstop nylon in a roll top, added...
damskipi, I used 1.1 oz silnylon. I weighed it again and got 22oz. I can't remember if I changed anything with my set up after I got the 12 oz weight, it's late and I'm tired. But I will weigh it...
What is typical weather in early April around Neel Gap to about Unicoi Gap? I usually do my hiking in the fall but this year we are planning an early April section hike. I did go last year from...
Here is my beanie that I made this morning :banana. It still needs a little work, still sitting just a little too high. It's not down but I have $1 invested in it. Made with left over sil nylon from...
I am going to try and weigh all gear this weekend. I am in the process of modifying some things so it will change some. My goal isn't to get to SUL and I'm not even sure that I can get any lighter...
My main struggle is food. I have tried to get my food weight down to about 1-1.5 lbs per day but I always second guess myself as to if I have enough. I don't get to get out in the woods enough to...
There are alot of threads about base weight, water weight etc. I am just curious as to what is the lightest total weight pack you guys have gotten down to? I have seen somewhere that UL is 18 lbs or...
This is my 4 season all weather tarp that I made. Purchased the kit from Ripstop by the Roll. I made it for using with my hammock(the sideways photo) is set up in my yard. The photo with it set up on...
I hope it as easy as it sounds. I'm planning on looking over the pack in more detail tomorrow and make a list of what I will need. Maybe start on it this weekend. I will be sure to take pictures to...
Subway has the packets and most locations near me have them out where you don't have to ask for them. That's what I carry with me.
My pack has a lid, I called it a flap in the OP but it has a drawstring closure with a lid(the lid has a pocket on the top and a pocket on the underside).
Since the OP I have been thinking about...
Also, how much material should I add?
Let me start by saying that I love my lightweight pack. It weighs in at 12 oz. But it is 40L and I need just a bit more space. It has a top flap that includes a pocket on top and bottom of the flap....
The section we are planning is Neel Gap to Unicoi Gap in early April. I use a sawyer water filter and carry 2 collapsible bladders for dirty water(reason being is in October I had my only bladder...
I had considered carrying 1 to 1.5 liters in 2-1 liter collapsible water bottles with an extra collapsible water bottle empty in my pack. According to the guide book, it appears there are plenty of...
I quit carrying my nalgenes, I have turned into a weight junkie. I prefer collapsible water bottles.
Thanks, that is what I was leaning towards.
How much water are you guys carrying at the start of a hike? I have only had time to do 3 day section hikes but I always end up carrying too much water. My last trip I started out with 2 liters. I...
No hip belt, I did 20+ miles with a starting weight (including food and water) of 21ish lbs. It was very comfortable. The shoulder straps are thin and I wouldn't go heavier than about 23-24 lbs just...
I purchased a Mozone backpack from Amazon. 12 oz empty. I had juggled with the idea to make my own pack so I could go lightweight. It cost me less than $25. I have used for a short section hike and...
Now I understand that there are parts of the trail that require a bear cannister right now. I do not have one nor do I want to purchase one and maybe not need it again. Would any of these suggested...
Thanks for all of the replies. I am about to start looking at all of the suggestions. And Red Hat, thanks for the offer. I may shoot you a message later.