Okay, so I know I'm not the first to ask this type of question, but I'm beginning what will hopefully be a thru hike in March. I'm excited and pretty nervous. I'm currently considering my shelter options. I have a great tent that I've used for weekend trips, but it's over 3 lbs and too heavy to really fit the bill for my hike.
Before you suggest a tarp or one wall cheap tent.... I'm a huge bug stresser. I work as an outdoor instructor and I know and accept that my feelings of bug stress are just a part of me. I'm considering going light by buying a Shangri La 1 person bug net and then tarping around that. Do ya'll think this is a good idea. I'm interested in other possible low price <$150 alternatives.
Thanks for your help.