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I love my Catalyst and Circuit both! The Catalyst I use for longer trips when I need to carry more, the Circuit for overnights, etc. Great packs, very comfortable!

The lightest solution I've found is to cut the top off a Nalgene 1 liter "canteen", treat the water in that with the Steripen, then pour the water into my liter Aquafina bottles. To carry, I wrap the...

Gossamer Gear's RikSak is another option - 2.2 oz, and a bit more comfortable (as well as lighter wieght!) that the Sea-to-Summit pack.

http://gossamergear.com/packs/backpacks/riksak-223.html

I've tried quilts on the ground, and used them successfully in hot weather.

But once it starts to get chilly at night, I'm more comfortable with a mummy bag. I sleep on my side, and go back and...

I have high-ish arches, and the green Superfeet are excellent for me. They provide good support, and feel like they anchor my foot in the shoe.