No it is ultimadown which if I understand correctly is untreated.
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No it is ultimadown which if I understand correctly is untreated.
So you all think it maybe just didn’t fully dry?
Hey all,
I have just recently washed my down underquilt and topquilt after over 60 nights of continuous use I thought it was time. I used Nikwax downwash and ran it through a front loading washing...
I know a lot of people really dislike the idea of doing mail drops on the AT. However I am right now halfway through a sobo thru hike, (I’m hanging just outside of boiling springs as I type this) I...
Hey folks, I am looking for suggestions on good options for purchasing synthetic insulation for diy backpacking quilts.
The ones I know of are
Dutchware gear
Rip stop by the roll
DIY gear...
Thank you all! That is exactly what I needed to know and that explains why I didn’t find the place originally.
I’m thru hiking the at sobo atm. Just came out of Rutland Vermont today. A nobo hiker told me about a hostel in New York called mosey’s and it sounded like a great place. However I cannot find it in...
Yes I only need a campsite for the night after I summit. I was hoping to find someone with a reservation and a spot to spare before going. Short of that my thought is to try and make a friend during...
I have Montem ultralight carbon poles with the three sections and flip locks. They’re $80, I have put about 300 miles on them including one 250 mile trip and absolutely love them. I’ve never used...
That’s a thought. I’m already setup for the SoBo special at the AT lodge though.
I’m planning to start my SoBo thru and summit Katahdin on the 31st of July. Baxter’s website says they are all booked up. Does anyone have a reservation with room for one more the night of the 31st?...
That is what I plan to do with my underquilts (I will be hammock camping) I have a 40degree EE UQ and a 20degree UGQ underquilt, I’m also planning to make an underquilt protector. I’m glad to know...
I have taken Amtrak to harpers ferry before (not from DC but it will let you off in the same place) it is super easy to get to the trail from the train and plenty of hostels to stay at in harpers...
Well thank you all for your words of wisdom. I am just going to start with my 20 degree setup. It should make things simpler and easier
Hello guys and gals, I’m hoping to start a SOBO thru hike attempt towards end of July this year. As I’m preparing I want to tap into the wealth of knowledge available here.
I’m hoping to start...
I had a pack with front access zipper and for the longest time I resisted trying a pack liner because I didn’t want to lose that extra access. Eventually I tried it, got some white trash compactor...
No longer need a 40 degree quilt, still interested in a 20 degree quilt though.
I suppose the biggest question would be what is the actual shape of the tarp? And will you have trekking poles? I have a cat cut hex tarp that I have played around with ground pitches for, if you...
I am looking to purchase two top quilts, one 40 degree and one 20 degree. The only pre req I have for these quilts is that they be able to fit a 6’2” person.
If interested in a trade I have some...
I am at base camp right now, it is everything you need and nothing you don’t. You can have lunch next door while doing laundry and with lockers for your pack you can tour the town without carrying...
Hey everyone, this forum has already been so much help in planning this trip so thank you all for that. Now on to another question.
I’m leaving to hike the AT through SNP quite soon and depending...
I believe the general consensus is anything under 70 degrees in a hammock you’re going to need bottom insulation, I have found that accurate for myself. You definitely should test it out at home...
Oh cool! I should still be on the trail at that time. If you see a 6’2 long haired ginger that’s me.
Hello everyone, I am even now sitting in my local backpackers supply shop after disappointingly discovering my feet are too wide for any shoe Altra makes. Which is the only shoe this store carries...
That’s a common enough way to get a cold weather sleep system without buying a specific cold weather bag. Mostly for people who only cold weather camp rarely or don’t mind the extra weight.
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