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Yea, the extra wide pad would be sweet. Good idea. Gotta keep the shoulders and thighs and knees warm when the hammock squeezes you. I also use to cut sections of a regular blue CCF, maybe 10" wide,...

I had great success with double CCFs in very cold weather, never needed an expensive underquilt. 2 CCF pads is a lot of bulk, but cheap and effective. But you know what's easier? Sleeping on the...

Yes, condensation is a big deal. Like the article says, "Air movement is by far the most effective means to remove moisture from a shelter." It's true: ventilation is better than expensive fabrics....

Hey PChang - Look at a Jansport Scout, or similar, pack. Seriously. This is a great pack. Cheap (<$100), pretty light (<4lbs), 5 external pockets (you'll love built in pockets), 2 large internal...

Nah, not true. How silly, carrying a heavier total feed system with less appetizing food!

Going stoveless is less hassle. Suppose we both pulled into the same campsite for the night, and it takes...

Yes, the solution is to just take nail clippers. You don't see cans of Spam on UL gear lists either, but that doesn't mean you should do without. Spam, wonderful Spam!

Cyclops clip light. The weight about an ounce and throw mega beams of luminous whiteness and cost about $7.

For a first pack, you don't need a personal fitting session at an outfitter and you don't need a trendy brand. Get a simple, low cost, external frame pack. Just like the ones the boy scouts use....

When hammock camping in cold weather I take 2 blue walmart pads. Then, when the hammock compresses the bag against your shoulders and thighs, at least you have blue pad insulation.

I hiked without a stove onec. Mistake. I got my base weight way down too, then an unexpected cold snap came through. Another mistake. (Not mine; the weather's! ;-))

One of hiking's great pleasure...

Just buy a wider bag.