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Jamie Shortt (jshortt) - BPL Lifetime Member

My Locale North Carolina
About Me I grew up in VA exploring and camping the woods around my house. As a teen in the 80's I learned how to backpack by reading books. Back then my pack weight was a respectable 27 lbs and I hit the woods every chance I got. Once adult life took over it was rare to take an overnighter. I faced several challenges during my middle age life and turned to the outdoors to restore me. As my knowledge and skills advanced, my base weight dropped to below 5 lbs. With this came a freedom that I had never experienced before.
CityHolly Springs
StateNC
CountryUS
My Website URLhttp://www.LytW8.com
My PDF Gear ListJamie Shortt 3 Season Gear List - 4lb Base

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Re: Which quilt for late May GSMNP?
Joey, There is a possibility that I may be hiking in the Smokies/high elevation NC late in May/early June. I have quilts in much the same range as yours (20 degree and one summer one, both MYOG). ...

In Pre-Trip Planning » Which quilt for late May GSMNP?
May 19, 2:29pm
Re: Can't see it being a stray dog
Rocco, Its an interesting track, but being somewhat familiar with the area my guess is coyote or dog as well. I've camped not too far from that area and spent a night (solo) listening to a pack...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Help me go Solo!
May 19, 1:55pm
Re: How are Montrails sized?
I'm on my 5th pair of masochists. I love these shoes. I wear a street size 10, but have settled on a size 11 for masochists. I wouldn't say they run small like Nike, but I prefer to have a ...

In GEAR » How are Montrails sized?
May 15, 7:59pm
Re: Re: The SUL Mindset
I'm extremely excited to see a series on SUL. I really like this first article and want to see more. I particularly connected with the statement "I get far more personal satisfaction about...

In Editor's Roundtable » The SUL Mindset
May 11, 4:05pm
Re: First lightweight kit - some feedback wanted
Theodor, Looks like a real solid list to me. Pants...I too am a fan of good zip offs. I love the REI Saharas, not sure about the newer ones that zip all the way up, I like the previous model mys...

In Gear Lists » First lightweight kit - some feedback wanted
March 02, 5:52am
Re: your body build
I am 5'9+1/2" tall, weigh about 160 lbs, my neck is 16" and sleeve length is 34". I measure my chest at 41". The neck fits great as do the sleeves. There is more room is the...

In Gear Swap » FS: Fugu Down Jacket - Large, Green
February 03, 12:49pm
FS: Fugu Down Jacket - Large, Green
FUGU IS SOLD I have a rare Fugu down jacket for sale. Your probably already know if this is a jacket for you. I bought it back several years ago when these things were last available. I am convi...

In Gear Swap » FS: Fugu Down Jacket - Large, Green
February 03, 11:41am
Re: Trapezoid Tarp - design, beaks, and size
Tyler, I'm about 20 miles outside of Raleigh, I'm a Hokie, but living near NC State lets me route for the Pack so I was happy with last nights win. As Newton said, he credited the first ...

In Make Your Own Gear » Bivy Plans - Checking on materials
January 27, 5:54am
Re: Re: Re: Deciding b/w flat or tarp tent
I haven't read the entire thread but did catch the familiar shot of my backyard (thanks Newton) so I had to reply. Tyler it sounds like your bivy is on the large size so adjust what I say ap...

In Make Your Own Gear » Bivy Plans - Checking on materials
January 26, 10:04am
Re: Re: 60 grams
We are BackpackingLight.com! Ryan, I can't thank you enough for this review. It was written with absolute perfection in my eyes. I really appreciated the photography. I have seen noone else ...

In Editor's Roundtable » Westcomb Focus LT Hoody Review
January 26, 9:35am

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