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Re: How's this compare to most guys/gals?
My Skin-Out weight without consumables is in the 14-15lb range when going solo. You're not too far off at 18.8lbs; especially if its only two nights and you don't have a weight goal in mind.

In Gear Lists » How's this compare to most guys/gals?
March 01, 5:15pm
Re: Half Pyramid
Fantastic! I've been lusting after a Duomid but can't justify the purchase just yet. MYOG is much easier to justify.

In Make Your Own Gear » Half Pyramid
March 01, 2:32pm
Re: 3 Sided Shelter
Interesting shelter and fast construction time. It looks considerably similar to an MLD Trailstar except for the larger porch/entry. I find myself drawn to this closed end tarp design than a trad...

In Make Your Own Gear » 3 Sided Shelter
March 01, 1:22pm
Re: so...
"so what you guys are saying is i shouldn't watch TV with my wife :)" Watching TV is fine, just don't let her see you on the 'net drooling over more gear.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » tarp, bivy, ground cloth vs. UL tent weight/cost analysis
March 01, 1:16pm
Re: Neoair All-Season questions
As others have said it is likely a sanitary issue. I have always blown up my pads Neo-Air, Thermarests, etc. by mouth without any obvious drawbacks. When going to the REI garage sales I always br...

In GEAR » Neoair All-Season questions
March 01, 9:51am
Re: What Material do they use before they make Silnylon?
There are quite a few different weights. 1.1oz/sqyd and 1.9oz/sqyd are quite common. These of course are the weights of the plain material before silicone treatment. Take a look at Diy Gear ...

In Make Your Own Gear » What Material do they use before they make Silnylon?
February 29, 9:43pm
Re: Did you MYOG intruder alert system?
It's likely due to the salty sweat deposits on the grips. They really like cork grips, almost like a salt lick to them. You could try put a stake through the wrist straps to keep them in place.

In Make Your Own Gear » Did you MYOG intruder alert system?
February 29, 10:43am
Re: "Less Than Expensive Gear"
I recently discovered that my store brand orange juice concentrate container (cardboard w/ metal top/bottom) has a smooth edge similar to what a safety-cut can opener would do on a can of beans. I...

In Make Your Own Gear » "Less Than Expensive Gear"
February 28, 1:33pm
Re: thick thread problems re backpack 0- tips?
I haven't tried heavy-duty/upholstery thread with my machine and simply used regular Gutterman available at my local Joann's. If you have the same model sewing machine as I do (Kenmore Mod...

In Make Your Own Gear » thick thread problems re backpack 0- tips?
February 28, 1:30pm
Re: thick thread problems re backpack 0- tips?
Can you include a picture?

In Make Your Own Gear » thick thread problems re backpack 0- tips?
February 28, 12:40pm

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