I'm assuming Igor is using standard issue bubblewrap designed for padding items during shipment? Scott Morris was going to try the Reflectix brand of...
Hey Igor- Very impressive tour again-congratulations. I've been looking through your list and have some questions: -Where did you get pi from as a ratio of...
Steve, pi was kind of a joke, but it's a convenient number to remember, and to remind you not to have a bag that is heavier than it's content. The small...
Hey Gary, I'm still here. I have used the reflectix pad quite a few nights now. Don't ask me why, but I like it more than my Thermarest Z-rest. It seems to ...
Hi, Well, I am new to the list. Some great ideas here for making things light. I am curious. Anyone into more of an ultra compact setup? I am all for...
I'm with you in comfort is worth carrying a bit of extra weight. I don't load up like some people but try to take what I really need and will use. My most...
... be ... Hi and welcome. Just because you are heavy does not mean your gear should be. <g> You can have both lightweight and compact, they go together like...
... Thanks for the input Scott. I guess I'm a little surprised it worked out as well as it did. I may give it a try for my upcoming fall trip. One advantage...
... I'm a big fan of compact setups, especially for cycling. Generally, if you find something compact it will tend to be light, and visa versa, but not always....
... Dan, are these the socks you're referring too? http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi- bin/backpackinglight/possumdown_socks.html At less than 2 ounces they...
... Hi Gary, Yes, those are the ones. I can't compare them to fleece socks since I've never used fleece socks. I will say that the possumdown stuff is really ...
I agree with many of the points raised and the next time out will certainly include a single layered tent and be alot lighter than that pic I posted. Which, at...
My packing list is on: http://www2.arnes.si/~ikovse/weight.htm <http://www2.arnes.si/~ikovse/weight.htm> scroll to the bottom. Igor. ... through your...
It'll be interesting to see what you think of the reflectix pad. Remember that my setup is optimized for riding, not sleep. I'll happily trade a few less...
Thats really cool. I have a lot of AC maps and my next door neighbors are old time AC riders. I have always discounted their catalog as they are full of heavy...
Matthew did an off road trip with Aaron Teasdale of Adventure Cycling and another fellow in Montana going ultralight. The magazine will have a write-up on the...
... That was a really well written article with tons of useful and practical info. I've noticed a tendency towards using a small backpack in conjunction with ...
Yes,I agree that is cool.I have now done two multi-night bikepacking trips in SoFl. wilderness areas this summer with a similar setup thanks to the tips from...
My riding is not particularly technical so I can't comment on that aspect but I use a backpack on mtn.biking adventures because I am actually usually combining...
... On my technical off road tours the only thing on my rack is sleeping bag, pad, ground cloth and tarp, all in one stuff sack. I'd guess it would be around...
Here's a good one for reducing weight, edible gear http://www.ediblegear.com/bags.html - By the time your done with your trip there's nothing to carry except...
As much as I appreciate Aaron Teasdale doing an ultralight gear article, the cheapskate in me cringes. You really don't need to spend _that_ much money to go...
I should have included these links. Sorry Ryan Jordan's site: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/index.html BackpackingLight email list;...
Hi everyone! This summer I did my first cross country bike tour in the US. It was solo and unsupported with minimal gear in super- ultralight fashion. Weight...
On Thu, 14 Sep 2006 16:01:01 -0000, "astingaciu" ... Very cool. The main thing that jumps out at me on the list is the 5 inner tubes and the nail clippers. ...
Hi Kent, True the 5 inner tubes is a bit much, I probably could have done with less, even one, but it was my first tour and lack of experience at such a long...
that really is quite a ride and an ultralight set-up. it there a website chronicling your ride or did you just do pics? i'd love to read more about your trip. ...
Try this link. I'm not sure how much longer it will be up, but it seems to work now. It has daily blogs I sent to my wife from the road. I'm still working on a...
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