Money is always tight and in trying to plan ahead I have a question or 2.

Is there and unremarkable brand that does the job as well as the high priced ones?

What would do the job adequately without making the trip miserable.

Has anyone used a military rucksack to make the journey?


I am planning a NOBO thru-hike 5-6 years from now.

I already have a hammock(with straps and carabiners) and compressible blanket I found a deal on for sleeping. I picked up both for $21. Looking at Tyvek house wrap for rain cover(free from construction site)