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I have a B.A. Insulated air Core, its a Mummy 72 x 20.
Main reason i got it was for Snow camping, used it with a thick Space blanket.

I get by with a Therma Z-rest on most trips but for hard...

Was this a Dome tent that only half of it burnt. I thinking instant tarptent- Rainbow style!
Other idea's simple Tarp w/ bug netting ( 30d) & homemade pack ( 70 d)

Was this a two person tent that only half it melted, Sound as if you might have a one person tarptent if you cut the bad half off. If it was a dome tent just add a sleeve over the top instead...

Spider,

I know where you are coming from, my friend & I hit the REI used gear sale. I pickup a Halo 25 for my wife for $75 has tags still on it, someone changed their mind. Check your local...

How about this Aquamira device:

http://www.mcnett.com/Frontier-Pro-Ultralight-Water-Filter-System-P207.aspx

Anybody used this out in the field, saw this at a local retailer for 24.99 and...

I use this little item, pick it up at Radio ( Rat) shack 6 months ago, shoots great HD video and I can transfer it straight thru my DVD Recorder . Takes nice pictures too, very detailed.

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Nox,

I had a UL Cruise last year and upgraded to a Flash 65. The most I put in the UL Cruise was 35lbs started digging in to my shoulders. I think 40lbs max on this pack besides it will get...

This is a compact saw and it's easy to get replacement blades. It is 1 oz more than the Coghlan's saw

http://www.rei.com/product/769770

I got my pocket rocket at REI used gear sale last year and I use it with a 1.3 Evernew Ti pot. As for a windscreen I use 7" round aluminum cake pan from the dollar store, stored in my cookpot with my...

HnryClay,

The Hi-tec boots do work in the Snow( day use only , Sorels for overnights), Last year I started snowshoeing. I purchased the Hi-tec Altitude IV and then heat the leather with a...

I have the Nova stove which is the one before this came out. I have used mine with White gas and Regular unlead gas, works just fine without having to change the filter. Look almost the same but the...

I too, have a Timex Expedition purchased last yr at Campmor. Has the following features: Temp, barometer and Altimeter- actually which works if preset to a known altitude before your trip. As for a...

I would suggested that if you are a Do-it -yourself ( DIY) person, make your poles.

Try Quest outfitters - www.questoutfitters.com

It's about 50-60% cheaper than poles for you and it simple...

Wrenman ,

Question do you hike with poles?

A tarp with bug netting work great for 3 season, If not

If so you may want to look into this tent....

I use Oven bags Liners for my down bag, Bear Cannister and clothes works just as good as a trash bag. Tip:You need to get the green tie for them in the produce section of your grocery store.

Mrs Baggins,

I also use the Hi-Tec Altitude IV, I just used mine last week for a snowshoe day hike ( sno-sealed the leather) but I have used hi-tec for over 15 yrs now. Not much of a break-in...

FunBun,

If you go to Six moon designs, they have a free Bivy pattern under Community it called the meteor bivy
www.sixmoondesigns.com

Dino,

That looks like Six moons design- free plan- Nightwing

On the subject of OR products.
From two hikers that did the JMT ( John Muir), I heard that the Nighthaven is also good as a cheap Tarptent.

check out the tents here, maybe a Golite Hex would work, its not free standing.
http://www.ccoutdoorstore.com/golite-tents-and-shelters.html

Or a Alphamid tarp / Pyramid tent would work
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If you have a grinder or Dremal tool, you can fuse the halves together. Just remove the paint and grind the area where the top meets the bottom. It should heat up enough to bond them with slight or...

I have 3 stoves- Pocket Rocket, Optimus Nova and my retired ( 25 yr old)SVEA 123.

I use the rocket for dehydrated, oatmeal, soups and below 9000 ft, its great for 2-4 day trips, beyond that I...

Question, Do you use hiking poles? If yes, how about a tarp with bug netting or tarptent.

I did not see the fabric glue stick or double side tape mention here, they both work on Silnylon or Wally World mystery material!

Pakratt,

Head to a Walmart and use that $1 stuff to practice...

How about a used Half Dome tent for $65-75. or just the rain fly and poles for $15( what I pick up 2 yrs ago, made a tub floor)
Check out a used REI gear sale.

Non -free standing option
8x10...