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Shaped variations In reference to what I am talking about, check out ice-axe's pix of the MLD Patrol: Patrol Shelter Thread Compare this to a 5x9 rectangular or even a cat cut 5x9. The ability to block ... |
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With a bivy Regarding a DWR bag or bivy. Yes, fully waterproof breathable is heavy. I personally use a UL waterproof 6oz bivy when I use a 5x9 rect. tarp. Not only to repel most windblown rain, but also for... |
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Tankara Paul uses a tenkara rig. I just weighed my rig for a backpacking trip this weekend. Just under 4oz. Pole is around 2oz, line, flies, line clipper and case weighs another 2oz. I use the Ibera rod... |
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Straps I use the Montbell pillow that has slots for straps. I have added straps similar to the straps seen on the monkey pillow. |
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Golite 2 Or a Shangri-la 1. I find the Shangri-la 2 overkill for a solo ultralight trip. In fact, the GG Spinnshelter and MLD Patrol are even lighter choices of that style shelter. But as stated, I am ... |
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Or maybe a little bigger One of the problems I have with a 5x9 flat tarp is that it gets really difficult during torrential wind blown rain. There is very little room when you get it pitched tight to the ground and if you ... |
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A not so serious fisherman For those times when you are out to backpack and maybe get a little fishing in at times, tenkara and other fixed line poles or even hand line fishing makes more sense than carrying a full rig with ... |
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Sweet WM don't make junk. You got a nice jacket. |
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What to look for Since your comming from a hammock background, be prepaired for the shock of not being able to find a place to pitch your tent. This is one reason that swayed me to favor the tents I do. Flexibil... |
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Re: No Straps For some of us, straps are required. Anybody who puts a lot of weight on their poles will have repetitive stress problems if they don't use the straps. But most people don't use their ... |
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. ... |
