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works well I combined two quilts when I was Thru-Hiking the AT. It was a little heavier than a dedicated quilt but it was nice being able to adjust the temp during my trip. I added buttons to the outer perime... |
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webbing I used 3/8" grosgrain that i found at a craft shop and the 5/8" I bought from Amazon.com. I used the 3/8" for the loops along the side seems and for reinforcement on the front. I use... |
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2nd MYOG backpack I finished my second homemade backpack. I had already made one Ray-Way backpack which I wore out on my AT thru-hike. I added a hip-belt to my last pack but it stressed the fabric significantly and ... |
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temp rating I haven't used this bag but we sold them at the store I used to work at. The temp rating is not done scientifically. They just base the rating on how much insulation they used. I don't thin... |
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AT? Gotta be honest. I debated what watch to get when I was thru-hiking the AT in 2011. Debated GPS watches with altimeters, etc. In the end I just didn't have the money and went with the Wally Wor... |
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Groundsheet I used silnylon for my tent floor then used the plastic film used to cover windows in the winter as a ground sheet. It weighed 3oz for a 2 person tent I believe and was totally waterproof. I really... |
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Definite abuse I've talked to a few former employees of REI on my AT thru hike and they said the abuse was unbelievable. What you see in the garage sales are only what is even remotely salvageable. That doesn... |
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It's not about money I've been making my own gear for years and although I love saving money, it's not really about that. I love making the stuff and no one would be doing much MYOG if they didn't enjoy it.... |
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Bushcooker LT2 I've got a Bushcooker LT2 and an Evernew deep titanium pot to go with it that I wouldn't mind selling. I made a fleece stuff sack/cozy for the setup as well. Let me know if you're inter... |
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clothing I've been using quilts for several years now in a variety of temperatures and conditions and I've loved it. They aren't as fun when you're pushing the temperature rating but I'v... |
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