Buy the lightest clothes you can find. Their only function is to hold the
permethrin..
Jerry
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Subject: [BackpackingLight] Re: Gear Suggestions
I'd like to thank everyone for the input, its given me much food for
thought...
Also any input as to clothes? right now I'm looking for summer fall stuff
for the New Brunswick, Maine, New Hampshire areas
I've been looking through a few online places .. mec.com, I like their stuff
(as well as the fact that I'm in Canada) and I've also been looking through
rei.com and sierratradingpost.
Thanks again
Todd
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> Just an FYI. I switched from duct tape to Gorilla tape a couple of
> trips ago and have found it much better. Have not needed it, but in
> "goofing around"/testing it seems to be impervious to wet/cold (unlike
duct tape).
> Readily available at Home Depot. I made the switch based on a Popular
> Mechanics test/review.
>
> http://www.popularm
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> <http://www.popularm
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> On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 9:22 PM, James D. Marco <jdm27@...> wrote:
>
> >
> >
> > Hi,
> > Northeast backpacking is fairly straightforward. Put the gear in
> > your pack. Go out hiking. Camp as needed.
> > Soo, what is the big deal? Well...weight is the first thing that
> > comes to my mind. Assuming summer weather, you still have to be
> > prepared for anything between 35F with a stiff wind, (say about
> > 50knots or so,) and 90F and 100% humidity with no wind. While
> > wildlife is generally not terrible, caution is always needed.
> > Your gear sounds like what I used to prefer when the kids were quite
> > young. I have learned a lot on this list, and, have lightened my
> > gear by about 12 pounds over the past 5 years or so.
> > Anyway...
> > Boots: I like boots for winter. (a couple sizes large, of
> > course.) For most hiking, I prefer a mid height boot, on the light
> > side, not UL, about 1#2 per boot. Look at:
> >
> > http://www.timberla
> > 9791.1761081.
> > Scree collar, ankle coverage, water resistant (not waterproof) good
> > for all conditions, especially rooty & rocky, hilly trails.
> > For UL travel, I like these:
> > http://www.montrail
> > This is a newer version of what I use, about 11oz per.
> > No ankle coverage, UL, not water resistant. Not really a running
> > shoe, a good light trail shoe, though; excellent foot bed.
> > Backpacks:
> > I use a Gossamer Gear Miniposa, old style.
> > Check them out at:
> > http://www.gossamer
> > Good UL pack, small size, but fits everything I need for two.
> > About 15oz including pockets.
> > UCO Candle Lantern:
> > It IS really nice in the tent in the winter. It will raise the temp
> > about 3-10F, depending on the size of the tent. (Plus your body
> > heat.)
> > Whisperlite:
> > Plus pump and repair kit. It just burns too much fuel.
> > I prefer the simpler, miserly SVEA. No pump, ultra-reliable, no
> > windscreen needed, but heavy.
> > Sweetwater:
> > Drop it. Just use AquaMira, boil water as a back up.
> > Cookset:
> > Pot, two cups and two spoons for two people. Pocket knife works for
> > just about everything a tool kit will do.
> > Nalgene:
> > Drop them. A couple reused water or 20oz juice bottles, with wide
> > mouths, works and are far lighter.
> > Compression sack:
> > I use them for my sleeping bag (40F down) and for cloths.
> > You do need a UL silnylon bag as a bear bag. Sew and seal a loop on
> > the bottom. Turn it upside down with a knot on the bottom to hang
> > it. (Keeps water out.)
> > Garmin:
> > Drop it. I have used them, but, like all gadgets, they are unreliable.
> > Map and compass, very rarely fail...
> > Medical Kit:
> > Fuel makes a pretty good sterilizing agent. Just don't use it on an
> > open wound (scratches, areas around a cut are OK.) Duct tape for the
> > rest. Get an emergency first aid book, read and memorize the
> > techniques it mentions. Knowledge doesn't weigh anything.
> > Trowel?
> > Drop it. Dig a kitty hole with the heel of your boot. Cover and
> > stamp firmly when you are done.
> > Tetragon 7???
> > At 6#+, a bit heavy...go for a 3# smaller, two person tent, around
> > 30' of area. It will be warmer. Then get a small 8x9 tarp (~14oz).
> > Between the tent and tarp, you will get better use, given the
> > variable nature of the weather in the NE. Set it up as a lean to
> > break any wind. And/or over the tent if weather is looking really
> > poor. Very comforting to know you have a dry place to sleep. And it
> > will reflect any heat from the camp fire back to you.
> > A Spark Lighter??
> > Take two Bic's. These work fine, except if everything is soaked...
> > even you. Slightly heavier, but, sooo much easier.
> > You did not mention your clothing:
> > 1 set of long johns, 1 sweater and the cloths you have on. Take your
> > rain jacket and use that as a wind breaker, or, if the weather gets
> > bad. 2 pair of socks...keep one pair dry for sleeping in.
> > Depending on weather, a down jacket, and/or coat.
> > Sleeping gear:
> > Good 40F down bag or a 30F synthetic bag. A second set of long johns
> > if conditions warrant. Maybe sleep in your jacket if temps dip into
> > the 20's.
> > Pad:
> > UL Foam is OK. At my age, I prefer the new NeoAir. Nice warm pad.
> > BTW: The Nitelite foam pad is real good, very light and creates part
> > of the backpack structure...
> >
> > Anyway, use what you have, till you can get lighter. Develop your
> > skills on a few overnights, then try some two nighters. Beyond that,
> > is only the same...hiking, eating, watching wildlife, eating,
> > camping, eating, sleeping, eating. Hmm, did I mention eating? Pack a
> > little more than you think you need for food. I plan 4 meals per
> > day. Breakfast, brunch, late lunch, supper (usually at or just
> > before dark.) You *will* need the extra calories!
> > Adjust as needed.
> > My thoughts only . . .
> > jdm
> > At 05:58 PM 7/12/2009, you wrote:
> > >ok I'm a rookie at backpacking, so I'm looking for a few gear
suggestions:
> > >
> > >What I have:
> > >Zamberlan Vioz GT GORE-TEX Backpacking Boots Gregory Z65 Backpack
> > >UCO Aluminum Candle Lantern MSR WhisperLite Internationale Stove
> > >MSR Fuel Bottle MSR SweetWater Microfilter MEC High Camp Cookset
> > >Nalgene Tritan Wide-Mouth/Loop-
> > >Ultralight Compression Sack MSR WhisperLite Expedition Service Kit
> > >Leatherman Freestyle Multi-tool Garmin GPS 76
> > >
> > >What I'm think about ordering...
> > >
> > >Adventure Medical Kits - Ultra Light .7 Kit Black Diamond Trail
> > >Shock Poles Coghlan's Backpacker's Trowel Eureka Tetragon 7 Tent
> > >MSR Stove Heat Reflector And Windscreen Light My fire Swedish Fire
> > >Steel - Scout
> > >
> > >any input would help?
> > >
> > >
> > >
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