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Re: Re: Alternatives
Nick, Yeah, I agree the hexamid is crazy expensive per ounce but it was cheaper than tarp/bivy combo he mentioned in his post. Additionally it provides more coverage than a traditional flat tarp....

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » tarp, bivy, ground cloth vs. UL tent weight/cost analysis
March 01, 5:06pm
Alternatives
If you want to tarp you could also look at something like a zpacks hexamid with the beak which is only 4.2 ounces and costs $245. It has enough coverage that you really don't need a bivy. As fo...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » tarp, bivy, ground cloth vs. UL tent weight/cost analysis
March 01, 3:13pm
Cocona
Chad, I have no personal experience with cocona fabric but here are some testimonials http://coconainc.com/blog/ I'm not sure whether or not to believe the hype but worst case you can return ...

In GEAR » Looking for a summer shirt
February 26, 5:53am
Re: Looking for a Summer Shirt
The First Ascent Solarfoil Hoodie looked pretty nice and lightweight. Made with cocona fabric. 30% off right now.

In GEAR » Looking for a summer shirt
February 25, 3:10pm
Re: BC200
Lawson, I picked one up for $100 with 50% off coupon. I think it is a great jacket and I think it compares favorably to eVent. I was pretty convinced it was eVent but Chris Wallace said otherwise....

In Gear Deals » Eddie Bauer/First Ascent 30% OFF Coupon Code
February 25, 9:10am
Zpacks Slick Cord
I have used this stuff for a while now and I really like it. I have yet to see any tree damage but I am pretty careful.

In GEAR » bearbag line
February 08, 11:44am
Arcteryx Theta AR Jacket
Fall 2009 Arcteryx Theta AR Jacket - black, large - excellent condition - $250 or best offer

In Gear Swap » Arcteryx Theta AR Jacket
February 06, 6:38pm
Re: Zpacks
Doug, check out this thread http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=58665

In GEAR » Bivy sack
February 04, 12:46pm
Zpacks
Joe at Zpacks will make you anything you want. He does not have any on his site but just send him a message. Prices are reasonable and he does a great job.

In GEAR » Bivy sack
February 03, 1:49pm
Re: Re: No Cone
Yes hardware cloth is wire mesh, I don't know why they call it that. Sorry, I did not take any pictures.

In GEAR » Jetboil Sol Ti pot with Caldera Cone
February 02, 8:09pm

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