Looking for A LOT of things

[cheese!]

I'm looking for a two person tent, light weight and in good condition.

I'm also looking for a good back pack for both a man and a woman, not entirely sure of the measurements. I just need something that is durable and doesn't hold a lot of things. I don't want to carry any more than 30 lbs.

A water filter. Preferably something not too difficult to use and maintain, as neither of us have used them before.

I'm going to scroll through the 'Selling' section of the Used Gear forum, but feel free to post your item here as well.

[hawkhero]

I have a new REI Flash 65 backpack on ebay for sale.

[cheese!]

Could you link it to me, please?

[royalusa]

Have a MSR Miniworks Ex Water Filter: http://www.rei.com/product/695265/ms...x-water-filter

A couple videos that are helpful in explaining how to use it and clean it (which can be done in the field):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCFzDiWZg1E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oslEhlpXbNA

Retails for $90. Willing to sell for $55 including (CONUSA) shipping.

Other than a few scratches on the filter, which does not impact performance, the unit is brand new. It's been used for about 4-5 days.

[cheese!]

Have a MSR Miniworks Ex Water Filter: http://www.rei.com/product/695265/ms...x-water-filter

A couple videos that are helpful in explaining how to use it and clean it (which can be done in the field):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCFzDiWZg1E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oslEhlpXbNA

Retails for $90. Willing to sell for $55 including (CONUSA) shipping.

Other than a few scratches on the filter, which does not impact performance, the unit is brand new. It's been used for about 4-5 days.

Yes! That little thing looks great! Let's set this up. What's your e-mail so we can get this thing bought and shipped?

[HooKooDooKu]

Check out the tents at Sierra Trading Post: http://www.sierratradingpost.com/ten...ode~es050515a/
Follow the link and that will take you to tents that can be purchased with the coupon code ES050515A - Takes an extra 35% off + free shipping if you spend $100.

Using the coupon will place several brand new 2P tents in a $120 - $150 price range.


As for water filters, you can get the Sawyer Mini at your local WalMart for $20.

[Walkintom]

Go get fitted for packs. Having a comfy pack makes HUGE difference in your daily experience. Don't have to buy just because someone fits you in their shop. It's part of the process of figuring out what works for you.

[cheese!]

Check out the tents at Sierra Trading Post: http://www.sierratradingpost.com/ten...ode~es050515a/
Follow the link and that will take you to tents that can be purchased with the coupon code ES050515A - Takes an extra 35% off + free shipping if you spend $100.

Using the coupon will place several brand new 2P tents in a $120 - $150 price range.


As for water filters, you can get the Sawyer Mini at your local WalMart for $20.

Thanks for the tip on the tent! As far as the water filter, I planned on pairing it with a chemical treatment of Aquamira drops. So would I use the chemical treatment drops before I use the filter?

[Walkintom]

Thanks for the tip on the tent! As far as the water filter, I planned on pairing it with a chemical treatment of Aquamira drops. So would I use the chemical treatment drops before I use the filter?

Either filter or treat. Both are viable methods, but along the AT there is no need to do both.

[cheese!]

Either filter or treat. Both are viable methods, but along the AT there is no need to do both.

Why is there no need to do both? I thought a filter only filtered out so much? From what I've read, it's good to use both because a filter does what drops can't and vise versa. ?_?

[Walkintom]

A filter will get out anything in your water that you're going to pick up on the AT that would harm you.

Aqua Mira will kill anything in your water that you're going to pick up on the AT that would harm you.

There are more than a few folks that don't bother treating their water at all - I do not fall into that school of thought. I filter using a Sawyer inline. I have used Aqua Mira with success as well.

[HooKooDooKu]

Why is there no need to do both? I thought a filter only filtered out so much? From what I've read, it's good to use both because a filter does what drops can't and vise versa. ?_?

The filter will filter out all the protozoa (bacteria) that can make you sick, but it can't filter out viruses... but there isn't much of an issue with viruses in the water in most back country areas in the USA.

[hawkhero]

Could you link it to me, please?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271861932981...84.m1558.l2649

[royalusa]

I see that you mentioned you need A LOT of things. Do you need any of the following:

Sea to Summit Aeros Pillow – Premium Large
http://www.rei.com/product/866771/se...pillow-premium

GSI Halulite Microdualist 1.4 liter Pot (Never Used)
This is the biggest pot available in this set:
http://www.backcountry.com/gsi-outdo...gAgw&gclsrc=ds
Note, I do not have the set, only the 1.4 liter pot.

GSI .6 liter stainless heavyduty steel Cup (Never Used)
http://www.rei.com/product/842865/gs...-bottle-cuppot

GSI Cascadian 14 fl oz Mug (Never Used but scratched up from being in my gear bin)
http://gsioutdoors.com/products/pdp/cascadian_mug-_red

Light My Fire Spoon, Knife, Fork – Never Used – Color is Black (or perhaps a very dark blue)
http://www.rei.com/product/805196/li...cm_mmc:cse_PLA

[Bill B]

I have two packs for sale, a Granite Gear 52L pack and a Black Diamond 44L pack. Here's link to details...

Granite Gear
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Bear...0690545429400/

Black Diamond
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Bear...5451419286646/

[cheese!]

A filter will get out anything in your water that you're going to pick up on the AT that would harm you.

Aqua Mira will kill anything in your water that you're going to pick up on the AT that would harm you.

There are more than a few folks that don't bother treating their water at all - I do not fall into that school of thought. I filter using a Sawyer inline. I have used Aqua Mira with success as well.

The filter will filter out all the protozoa (bacteria) that can make you sick, but it can't filter out viruses... but there isn't much of an issue with viruses in the water in most back country areas in the USA.

Ah! Thank you both!

[cheese!]

I have two packs for sale, a Granite Gear 52L pack and a Black Diamond 44L pack. Here's link to details...

Granite Gear
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Bear...0690545429400/

Black Diamond
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Bear...5451419286646/

I don't have a facebook, so I can't view your links.

[Damn Yankee]

I have a one new and one slightly used High Sierra Lighting 30 backpacks. Let me know if your interested. Great packs for the money

[royalusa]

Yes! That little thing looks great! Let's set this up. What's your e-mail so we can get this thing bought and shipped?

Hi Cheese!,
Sent you a PM with my contact info. Just let me know if you are still interested.

Also forgot to mention that I have the 2013 ATC official maps for GA and NC - from Springer to Fontana Dam if you are interested in them.

Thanks