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I finally got all my gear clothing everything I'm going to need and I'm at 18 point eight pounds base weight. I'd like to be in the 15 pound range but no idea what I can cut to get down that low. I'll put up a gear list tomorrow. Do you think it's a good idea to replace my hammock clips with lighter ones? They say not for climbing though.
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Meriadoc
03-03-2014, 07:39
You can usually skip the carabiner altogether. What are they connecting?
You can also purchase carabiners that are not climbing rated but are strong enough for hammock forces.
Post the gear list to feed the hungry WBers :)
kayak karl
03-03-2014, 09:10
don't buy the knock-off carabiners. they may support you in the backyard, but will probably fail on a thru. consider dutch clips (http://dutchwaregear.com/dutch-clip.html). now thats 42 grams down. only 3 lb, 14 oz. to go :D
RedBeerd
03-03-2014, 10:18
I'm at a few ounces under 16lbs and it seems the only way to drop some solid weight is to drop a good chunk of change as well. That's a good base weight you're at!
mudsocks
03-03-2014, 10:24
Another option is to pass the strap directly through it's end loops and forgo the biners completely. I do this with my lightweight setup. There are trade-offs for the weight loss, though. Your straps aren't quite as easy to adjust (especially around branches) and you have to keep an eye out for strap abrading itself.
I changed mine out for straps and whoopie slings... saved a few grams.
How heavy is your pack (empty?)
The big 3 are usually the gross offenders, but things like weight of bottles and extra clothes, etc. can quickly add pounds to your load
I have a detailed gear list that shows how I cut 5 lbs. out of my kit, from 20 lbs. to 15 lbs. (summer 13.5) I got this literally one ounce at a time. Please send a PM with your email,the files are too large for WB.
whoopie slings + straps and toggles is the way to go.
I changed mine out for straps and whoopie slings... saved a few grams.
How heavy is your pack (empty?)
The big 3 are usually the gross offenders, but things like weight of bottles and extra clothes, etc. can quickly add pounds to your load
Pack is 1lb 14oz
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Bag 1lb 10oz
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bamboo bob
03-03-2014, 21:14
Clothes. Everyone carries too many clothes. Buy lighter fleece, socks, rain jacket.
Another option is to pass the strap directly through it's end loops and forgo the biners completely. I do this with my lightweight setup. There are trade-offs for the weight loss, though. Your straps aren't quite as easy to adjust (especially around branches) and you have to keep an eye out for strap abrading itself.
The problem with doing that is you have to completely detach the straps from the hammock in order to thread them through the loop. Dutch clips are the way to go. (titanium)
Drybones
03-03-2014, 21:37
After going thru the search to get lighter I've come to the realization that a comfortable pack is more important than losing a pound.
lonehiker
03-03-2014, 21:40
What's wrong with 19lb base weight? You rarely have to carry more than 1 qt of water and usually 3-5 days worth of food. Your total pack weight is fine.
DocMahns
03-05-2014, 04:40
Still waiting for the gear list