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    They’re great, in addition to the wind/rain...

    They’re great, in addition to the wind/rain block, I use them as ‘loft’ insulation frequently enough. IMHO, nothing warmer for it’s minimal weight/bulk, and while they’ll never be my primary cover...
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    ‘Embrace the stink?’…. not for me. In hot...

    ‘Embrace the stink?’…. not for me. In hot weather I have to shower/shampoo daily after setting up camp. Attracts less bug, keeps my clothing/gear cleaner, and most importantly - I just sleep much...
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    Glad you like it.. esp given you were a ‘tough...

    Glad you like it.. esp given you were a ‘tough sale’ in the beginning ;). If interested, and along the same lines, you might want to check out the 10sec quick-tie Rolling Hitch version. This one is...
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    Good video, thanks for trying it out!

    Good video, thanks for trying it out!
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    My use of ‘movement’ and ‘stationary’ only refers...

    My use of ‘movement’ and ‘stationary’ only refers to the knot’s location vs the tarp/fly tie-out. Single-strand adjusters are ‘stationary’ and close to the tie-out so can offer ‘indoor’ adjustments...
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    For some reason, I can not edit my post for typos...

    For some reason, I can not edit my post for typos on this website and so:
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    Not any more than anything else I’ve used. I...

    Not any more than anything else I’ve used. I personally use ~3ft guylines around my mid’s perimeter and when not staked down, I let them hang as 3x1ft lengths.




    Yes, you can tie Blakes (as...
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    My guess is that you’re using the Blake’s hitch...

    My guess is that you’re using the Blake’s hitch in the traditional format** - ie, tied on the working end to form a tensioned loop, just like all the other traditional adjustables (tautline,...
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    New Guyline Idea - Strap Adjuster Hitch

    Hey guys, I’m a knot enthusiast and just wanted to share a simple new guyline hitch that works just like backpack strap adjusters and Lineloc systems. It has the same advantages over traditional...
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    Luxury Item - you're crazy

    nvm.........
  11. Thread: iPhone charger

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    Solar is getting pretty good these days... I’m...

    Solar is getting pretty good these days... I’m getting 4W from a 2.4oz panel in 10-2 sunlight while the IPhone OEM charger is 5W. However, the tree canopy in the East means stationary charging only,...
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    In warm weather I always take a shower after...

    In warm weather I always take a shower after setting up camp to wash the day’s sweat way - can’t stand sleeping while feeling gross/sticky, seems to attract less bugs, and keeps my sleep system and...
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    I'm a pryamid tent convert and into extreme...

    I'm a pryamid tent convert and into extreme multitasking. Gatewood Cape, Serenity NetTent, 1.5mil Polycryo Footprint, 6 Ti stakes all pack easily into a S2S XS 2.5L stuff stack and weighs 25oz -...
  14. While lighter weight is always good, my primary...

    While lighter weight is always good, my primary obsession happens to be ultracompact size and can do 4 nighters out of a 24L daypack. I just upgrade from a Neoair 3/4 to an Uberlight 3/4.

    The...
  15. Thread: Gatewood cape

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    Gatewood cape

    Coming from a BA Fly Creek UL2, I LOVE the GW/Serenity/footprint combo. Lost half the: weight, bulk, set-up time; same total floorspace/sit-up height; gained lots of versatility, comfort, and...
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    Poll: Litesmith Qwikback at 4oz with groundsheet and...

    Litesmith Qwikback at 4oz with groundsheet and foam pad is as much as I'll take.
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    Turns out $100/lb works both ways for me - either...

    Turns out $100/lb works both ways for me - either to reduce from existing, or build from scratch. My old 20lb LW rig was completely redone to a 10lb UL rig that cost me ~$1000 in total.
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    +1 on long underwear (weight to match season), if...

    +1 on long underwear (weight to match season), if you're going to carry it, might as well be a multi-tasker.
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    JRB Sierra series for the down poncho capability...

    JRB Sierra series for the down poncho capability - leave the idle-time/campsite insulating jacket home. When sitting around camp on an insulated pad, a down poncho is much warmer than an equivalent...
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    I also wouldn't leave any flame burning while I...

    I also wouldn't leave any flame burning while I slept... too dangerous. If you need artificial heat to sleep with, then boil water and put it in an Nalgene (with clothing wrapped around it to...
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    Yes, spot on... the UCO Candle Lanterns are...

    Yes, spot on... the UCO Candle Lanterns are excellent for this (just need to fashion a wider, more stable base for the tall/narrow versions) but as an ultra-lighter, it's not something I would want...
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    It's all good. We take our chances with risky...

    It's all good. We take our chances with risky endeavors, well, because risk is somewhat correlated with excitement, and/or sense of accomplishment. We think we know what to do in any situation, but...
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    ?? You're a member of BushcrafterUSA... none of...

    ?? You're a member of BushcrafterUSA... none of this should be new - lots of Palmer Furnace discussion there.

    While backpacking, your shelter and bedding is obviously going to be your warmest...
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    (Whoops, accidentally hit the reply before...

    (Whoops, accidentally hit the reply before finished - and of course cannot edit on this forum).

    Anyways, I'm also into preparedness and EDC some of my backpacking gear in a ~6lb/L murse that is...
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    Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences,...

    Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, it's educational and hugely important - exposure is #2 on the 'rules of three' list... (three hours). I'm into a lot of different outdoor activities...
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