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    If you want double walled design, you could...

    If you want double walled design, you could always look at a tarp tent moment DW (double wall). I'm more into hanging these days due to back issues, but my moment DW is the tent I hung onto. Super...
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    One thing I noticed people didn't mention was...

    One thing I noticed people didn't mention was screen brightness. Your phone screen is one of the largest power drains on a smartphone. Keep that screen brightness down if you'll be doing anything but...
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    I would personally recommend the sawyer mini....

    I would personally recommend the sawyer mini. It's about the same price but much more versatile. You can run it in line with a hydration pack, on a plastic water bottle after filling, and can also...
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    Final price $450 shipped. Sent from my...

    Final price $450 shipped.

    Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk
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    Zpacks Solplex brand new

    SOLD!

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    I've tried it and had better luck with a section...

    I've tried it and had better luck with a section of refectix cut to proper size put under the pad. Can be found at most hardware/ home improvement stores and reflects a LOT of heat back.

    To pack,...
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    I bought a exos 46 from rei because it looked...

    I bought a exos 46 from rei because it looked perfect on paper but after using it for two weekend hikes my experience wasn't that great. For me personally, I felt like they went too light on the hip...
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    Poll: USMC Sept 2010-present. Corporal, 6541-Aviation...

    USMC Sept 2010-present. Corporal, 6541-Aviation Ordnance Technician. "Putting warheads on foreheads" since April 25th 1922. Currently serving at MCAS Cherry Point.
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    Zpacks solplex tent. Finally ready for my SOBO...

    Zpacks solplex tent. Finally ready for my SOBO thru. Love my wife!
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    +1. Simple, easy, and relatively fast. A good...

    +1. Simple, easy, and relatively fast. A good wind screen is important for any stove setup.
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    In similar weather conditions, and with similar...

    In similar weather conditions, and with similar clothing, I just take my beanie off for a few minutes to thermo-regulate. It's something you may want to try. It's a lot easier than stripping off...
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    Many shirts are 100 percent merino wool and socks...

    Many shirts are 100 percent merino wool and socks are a blend. This is because socks are a higher wear item and wool by itself isn't that durable. You'll pay a premium for full merino clothing but...
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    Well made. Great colors.

    Well made. Great colors.
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    I've been on an ultralight transition for the...

    I've been on an ultralight transition for the last 6 months and use my iPhone 5 all the time on short trips for pictures. I WOULD NOT use it for thru hike because I personally wouldn't sacrifice...
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    Picked up the "hawk&co" version at tjmax a few...

    Picked up the "hawk&co" version at tjmax a few weeks ago for $50. Decent jacket for what it is. Men's medium weighs 9.0 oz even on my scale. And yes...it's made it china.
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    You will have to decide if you are willing to try...

    You will have to decide if you are willing to try a quilt or not, but this one is high quality, good temp rating and less than two pounds.

    http://www.jacksrbetter.com/shop/high-sierra-sniveller/
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    I plan on taking the leatherman style cs on my...

    I plan on taking the leatherman style cs on my thru next year. There are only two major uses that I can foresee, but they are big ones: using the knife to open and cut food, and using the scissors to...
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    Also trim any straps that are longer than needed...

    Also trim any straps that are longer than needed or not used
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    Pack ULA ohm 2.0 stripped and trimmed 22.5 oz ...

    Pack ULA ohm 2.0 stripped and trimmed 22.5 oz

    Shelter tarp tent contrail 24 oz

    Bag zpacks 30degree. 15.5 with stuff sack

    Pad cut down thermarest 10.5 oz

    4.53 lbs...
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    Look at the Kelty cosmic 20 degree. Cheaper than...

    Look at the Kelty cosmic 20 degree. Cheaper than two of those bags, decent quality and not a bad weight either.
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    He is the guy that movie and book "into the wild"...

    He is the guy that movie and book "into the wild" is written about. Good movie, haven't read the book. A quick google search will tell you all you want to know.
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    “The very basic core of a man's living...

    “The very basic core of a man's living spirit is his passion for adventure. The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an...
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    Don't be afraid of frameless packs as long as you...

    Don't be afraid of frameless packs as long as you know you can pack it reasonably well (balanced) and don't think you'll exceed its max weight it can comfortably carry. There are many great frameless...
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    Razor blade.

    Razor blade.
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    I've thought about this for my thru hike next...

    I've thought about this for my thru hike next year and agree with lone wolf. Your pack is your life line on the trail, keep it with you always and no trouble with find you.
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