jbrecon2
08-23-2009, 13:28
hey everybody...in doing some preliminary research i've come across these two packs (ULA vs. Six moon designs starlight) that interest me, both worn by thru hikers i met while section hiking, who swore by them. can anyone give me a little insight that has used these packs? pro's and cons?
i'm trying to go as lite as possible, as in my journal from section hiking 5 years ago i wrote myself a note...."john, if you ever do this again, pack liter everything"
some additional questions.....is there a generic sleeping bag (say down 30') that can be used comfortably for the whole trip, or does everyone generally start of with 20' and switch it out when it gets warm.
i'm going with my brother. one shelter or two? we are both big dudes. i already own a LL bean microlite and was looking into a tarptent squall.
one stove or two. i used the jet boil in the past with no problems, but would it become to redundant to only be able to boil water and add noodles every night. i was thinking of throwing in a pocket rocket and ultralight pot to give us more options.
in addition i would love input of advice on specific gear recommendations!!! i understand gear choice is very personal, but would love to hear from the experts.
bag,
shelter
clothing....shorts, base layers, socks, t shirts, fleece, trail runners?
stove
treking poles
thanks everyone!!
i'm trying to go as lite as possible, as in my journal from section hiking 5 years ago i wrote myself a note...."john, if you ever do this again, pack liter everything"
some additional questions.....is there a generic sleeping bag (say down 30') that can be used comfortably for the whole trip, or does everyone generally start of with 20' and switch it out when it gets warm.
i'm going with my brother. one shelter or two? we are both big dudes. i already own a LL bean microlite and was looking into a tarptent squall.
one stove or two. i used the jet boil in the past with no problems, but would it become to redundant to only be able to boil water and add noodles every night. i was thinking of throwing in a pocket rocket and ultralight pot to give us more options.
in addition i would love input of advice on specific gear recommendations!!! i understand gear choice is very personal, but would love to hear from the experts.
bag,
shelter
clothing....shorts, base layers, socks, t shirts, fleece, trail runners?
stove
treking poles
thanks everyone!!