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All Forum Posts by Steven McAllister
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8x10 I have used a 10x10 over shangri-la-2 inner net. I would think an 8x10 would work fine over a Shangri-la-1 inner net. Also consider cuben material. Although I have, and am happy with spinnake... |
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Backpacking comfort When other backpackers mention comfort, you are an ultra-lighter if think of a light pack as comfort instead of the heavier/comfort items that other backpackers carry. |
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Thanks Franco Some great examples in that video. I have diagrams that I give people as examples, but your video covers lots of good options and is easier to understand. Now I can just send people a link to... |
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Drying a sleep pad I read where an outdoor gear rental company uses a vacuum cleaner to inflate sleeping pads with dry air when they get returned. This supposedly reduces the moisture build up somewhat. Be aware ... |
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Thanks Helpful post. Of course some people sleep warmer than others. In my experience, cold sleepers can become warm sleepers over time by spending time adapting to sleeping in the cold. A good kn... |
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Good News I also own packs designed by both and am looking forward to something great to be released in the future. |
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Stakes Stakes are obviously not the only choice when anchoring a shelter. I have camped on solid rock, loose gravel, sand, ... and never had a situation where I couldn't/didn't anchor my shelter. |
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Polycryo Polycryo is more durable for it's weight. You can find them for less than $5 at many hardware stores in the US sold as storm window kits. The light weight and invisibility can be annoying to... |
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Freestanding The one advantage that freestanding tents have over non-freestanding tents is that it entertains other hikers when the tent blows away like a kite because someone thought that freestanding really m... |
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Good points I guess it depends on the insulation used in the pad. If it uses baffles like a lot of newer pads, the moisture may have little difference, but if it uses puffy fibers, I'd assume moisture woul... |
All Reader Reviews by Steven McAllister
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RailRiders Eco-Mesh Clothing I wear both the shirt and the pants when sun and/or bugs are an issue. They are light, well ventilated and flexible. Mesh ventilated sleeves on the shirt protects arms from bug and sun. Loose fi... |
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Melanzana micro grid hoody Grid fleece is more hydrophobic than standard fleece, but not quite as warm without a shell. Great for cool days. Put a wind shell over the top and you have a warm combination that breaths well and k... |
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Integral Designs Silcoat Cape The biggest complaint that people seem to have about this cape is that it doesn't extend below the knees. I personally prefer this as it works better when hiking in rough terrain or when wearing ... |
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Mountain Laurel Designs Monk Tarp Spinnaker This makes a great summer or emergency ultralight shelter. Add a bivy and it could be used year round. I had problems with the durability of the spinnaker version. A couple tie-outs are starting to... |
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Six Moon Designs Serenity NetTent Although most people use this combined with the Gatewood Cape, I have used it many times under an Oware Alphamid and I'm sure it would work great under many other pyramid shelters. It is lighter... |
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Equinox 8 X 10 silnylon tarp Although it has grommets instead of tie-outs, the grommets are reinforced and can take abuse. It has mid-point tie-outs that help make it a more versatile shelter. A great step up from the stand... |
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Integral Designs Siltarp 2 A good all around tarp. It does not have any mid point tie-outs like Oware and others have. This limits your pitch options, but if all you use is an a-frame or flying diamond pich, this is perfe... |
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Oware Flat Tarp 2.5 You will not find a more flexible shelter. Square shape and multiple well placed tie-outs means more pitch options than most shelters. 9'x9' means big enough for a variety of conditions. ... |
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Gossamer Gear Spinshelter The GG Spinnshelter has much of the flexibility of a flat tarp, but easier pitch in a storm-proof mode. It sheds wind well and is fairly roomy when pitched high. You may not be able to fully sit ... |
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Gatorade Bottle On problem with sports drink(Gatorade) bottles is that the cap is made out of a different more brittle material. I have experienced the caps breaking many times from being dropped when full of water. ... |
