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M B (livingontheroad) - BPL Premium Member
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pad Not sure what you term "measurable increases in durability". The xlite is 30d The symant UL7 is 20d Technically, the UL7 is the less durable pad, almost 1/4 lb heavier, and you c... |
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drybag If you REALLY need to keep things dry, like lying in several inches of water all day dry, dont be stupid enough to use a cuben bag. They are not real drybags. They dont seal anywhere as good as re... |
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pad Both are pretty good. But this IS BPL. The Xlite is substantially lighter, almost 1/4 lb in regular length. Thats a big deal to people that want to say they have a X base weight. I have no e... |
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drizzle I dont mind drizzle. I dont wear raingear in it, even at 50F, because I will be wet anyway and just hiking keeps me warm enough. But it doesnt chill you, or waterlog you like a downpour does. ... |
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imogene 3 weights I just weighed my imogene 3 body 19.2 fly 15.3 poles 15.87 total = 50.4 oz , not 49 oz. so the poles are a bit heavier than advertized. Could probably replace the shock cord in them ... |
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need Its about comfort, and ability to pitch shelters, for me. 120 just isnt long enough. I could get by with a mop handle, but why when I can purchase what I want? The 130 they have now are jus... |
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weight shelter comparison chart on Golites website lists the weights 15oz poles 15oz fly 19 oz nest 3 oz stakes I have one sitting in my closet, havent set it up yet. For sure, can get by with... |
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BA The BA passport 120 poles are only the lightest because they are a very short 120cm length. If this works for you, you are fortunate. It is probably too short for anyone over 5'8", w... |
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two hexamid No doubt more costly. Thing is, UL 3P shelters are limited use, for 3P usually. They are not that common, (few choices) not that easy to sell either. You will take more of a hit $ on resale th... |
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scam Sad to see there is that kind of thing here. Hope you get some resolution. I guess we all need to pay attention to anything signs out of ordinary. Lots of transactions take place with stock p... |
All Reader Reviews by M B
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Melanzana micro grid hoody very light, very warm, very comfortable. great design. A bit pricey, but worth it for the use I get out of it. |
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Western Mountaineering Megalite Roomy, warm, true to rating , or better if shift down to top to maximize loft when sleeping on good R value pad. I sleep cold with a pretty low bodyfat percentage. After shifting most down to to... |
