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Mike Hinsley (ArchNemesis) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale England, UK
About Me Backpacker returning after many years. These days it's Ultralight or nothing at all. I'm not as fit or as masochistic as I once was.

I'm forever experimenting with kit lists and designs to find something light, comfortable and effective in the UK. I don't want much do I ;-)
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My Website URLhttp://www.backpacking-lite.co.uk

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All Forum Posts by Mike Hinsley

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Wpb bivy ideas
Some thoughts: 1. Create a mockup using a cheap builder's tarp. A full-size fake is the only real way to check for usability! 2. Consider looking in an army surplus store. You might find ...

In Make Your Own Gear » WPB Bivy-design ?s
April 27, 7:47am
Really Nice plus some suggestions
Really loved your attention to detail especially on the seam finishing front. A couple of suggestions for anyone who wants to try this. 1. Your local Habedashery/Fabric shop will have lots of...

In Editor's Roundtable » MYOG: eVent Rain/Wind Jacket
April 20, 11:38am
Trail Gloves
I've been playing with a pair of Merrel Trail Gloves for a month or so. I've tried both Vibram KSO (1st Gen) and the Vibram Bilka and don't think they are any good for wet muddy terr...

In Editor's Roundtable » Minimalist Footwear for Summer Backpacking
March 31, 4:40am
Under endowed
Ok that vid contains a ton of really cool ideas. I really like the mat forming part of the bivi bag. How does it all work in rain or a damp setup though? 70 degrees in January sheesh! I'm ha...

In Make Your Own Gear » video of fastpacking gear
February 03, 3:16pm
Fabrics
Stuart, Thanks for the supplier link they look great. Might just save me the hastle of US imports.

In Make Your Own Gear » Want To Do A MYOG Winter Tent
January 28, 3:24am
Ti ring
I'd just use a loop of nylon cord or webbing sewn onto the tarp. There's very little abrasion on it and if it ever wears out you can sew on a replacement.

In Make Your Own Gear » Titanium rings
January 27, 6:18am
Some more reference photos
Here is a slightly better shot of the compact inner tent showing the roof T-Zip open. It also shows how the inner is suspended from 4 rather than 2 anchor point to keep the box shape. The front bea...

In Make Your Own Gear » Want To Do A MYOG Winter Tent
January 27, 4:19am
Assorted winter options
Finally I'm near my image library and can show some of the variations I've tried. These two show a small tarp with just the rear end closed - permanently. This prototype was used o...

In Make Your Own Gear » Want To Do A MYOG Winter Tent
January 27, 3:27am
Link issue
Jerry, The problem with the link was that it references a large ancient earthwork and landmark built by a guy called Offa. The correct name for this earthwork is being identified as an not-allow...

In Make Your Own Gear » Want To Do A MYOG Winter Tent
January 27, 2:08am
Twin skin
John, Yes I do mean double wall. There is ne need for a bivy in a tent.. That picture uses a zip rather than toggles but it does show how the door is hel in place and the zip is stress-reliev...

In Make Your Own Gear » Want To Do A MYOG Winter Tent
January 27, 1:50am

All Reader Reviews by Mike Hinsley

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Petzl e+LITE
I consider it an essential part of a lightweight toolkit based on the conditions that I expect. The red LED is great at night. The e+Lite is ideal for around camp but you'd be mad to use it as ...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
January 09, 6:04am