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This loop is no joke. Kicked my ***.

How's cell service on this loop? My wife worries too much and it would be nice not to have to lug a PLB.

Thanks!

What filtration system did you use?

Man, I can't believe how fast you got that item shipped. Thanks!

Getting crazy ideas... (8.8oz)

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Would you say a pump or scoop is necessary? I'm pretty fond of my gravity setup. What I really want, is an ultralight pump w/out a filter that I could use to fill my gravity bag. Something like...

Man you guys are top notch, thanks for all the replies. For the longest time I wanted to try out DCF and see how it performed in comparison. I love my superfly, but I find that I have to keep...

I'm excited to use this tarp on my upcoming hike. After reading the forums a bit, now I'm concerned about the doors not closing ( never had that issue with my superfly ) and potentially leaking at...

Thanks for pointing out the distance. Looks like Portland is closer. If I were to leave a rental car at the trailhead for a few days, would it be safe?

Hello all. It's been a while since I've had a chance to hike or hang. Been working my butt off and acclimating to city life in Chicago. I need a hike badly! I'm planning a trip, taking my time...

First, I'm blown away at Dutch's solution to "atlas straps". He's taken every element and improved it. I've been using his gear for a while now and it's always top-quality and the attention to...

This makes a lot of sense, but what about standard width UQ's? That's always held me back from going wide body.

Dutch, I just saw your product on HiConsumption. It's definitely getting out to the masses. After reviewing the information, I do believe you've created the perfect system. I'll be trying one out...

Well...it was a hairy female dog. It really beats you up over the course...and the way I did it was probably the most taxing (but I like mental/physical challenges so...). You get some decent...

Much of the AT is a humid, dirty cesspool...haha. This was my last hike on it. I may take the wife to do Katahdin (moosehead lake is gorgeous). My next hikes will either be left coast (PCT...

Yes...that's the second food bag. I had another just as big in the pack haha. I later relocated it to the back, down low to keep from being top-heavy.

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Another fun trip...finished in 8 days. It was really dry (water was an issue in a couple of places) this year and warmer than I expected. The more I hike, the more I love the winter sock. It...

Hey all. I'm hiking the 100mi wilderness section starting Sep. 15th, and planning to finish the 23rd. I'm in excellent shape and hoping this will give me enough time to take it all in and not...

Returned from my epic adventure. We modified the hike due to parking. 4 days, ****'s creek gap to Winding stair gap. Encountered everything from sleet, rain, snow, ice. Really got to push the...

I'll definitely post an after action report. Should be pretty nasty conditions haha.

Thinking about bringing the microspikes.

Kimsey Creek Trail

Kind of excited about this hike...should be nice and cold :) This will be the first time I've tested my 0deg HG UQ/TQ w/the blackbird+superfly. I also replaced my UQP w/a travel sock for a little...

I use a sea to summit waterproof stuff sack filled with clothes. Works great behind the neck. In warmer climates, put something over it like a shirt or jacket or you'll sweat.

Cool article.

That's really pushing it. With this gear...MAYBE a tarp w/doors and I'd take this setup out in those conditions. The extra warmth you'll scrounge out of everything will be offset by little wind...

YES, this is it. Thanks.

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I just purchased a warbonnet SF to compliment the edge I already have. Needed something for the winter. Since this tarp has tie-outs for the middle, to expand the inner size...I'd like to leave...

Darnit, I wanted a superfly :/ Just missed it I see.

I just returned from an epic hammock adventure. Prior to this, I only had 2 nights w/my setup. So far I've encountered top o' the mountain winds/condensation, hail, heavy rain, cold (low 30's and...

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It might be strange, but I enjoy them. In fact I'll usually go to high ground so I'm more exposed. Pitch the windward side in close and low. Sleeping in a nasty thunderstorm on a mountain top is...

I'm new to hammocking, and with the foot end 6-8 inches higher, that magic spot has been there every time (warbonnet blackbird).

Warbonnet BlackBird+Edge: Had the first real test of my setup in foul weather this weekend at the top of Sassafrass mountain on the AT in GA during a 2-day hike from Springer to Woody Gap. Even...

Neat idea.

Awesome, thanks.

For the record, my hiking philosophy is one of lightweight vs. ultralight vs. heavy. I won't think twice about carrying an extra pound or two. I went the ultra route and had a better experience...

Thank you for the replies. This type of anecdotal information really helps. SS, I get your perspective. When I weighed the pros and cons of everything, the edge tarp made the most sense to me at...

Moist/damp air, blowing against fabric...water condenses. It would seem a UQP would be the barrier where condensation happens, protecting the actual quilt. That's my theory anyway. It's the only...

Yes. The down will still lose a lot of loft from the humidity and the 8+ hours of compression each day. If you have sunshine, it's no problem to dry it out and restore loft...however, I've had...

I've done up to 2 week stretches on the AT, and by the end of some of these trips...my down had accumulated quite a bit of moisture from the environment. I'll need more experience, however having...

My way of thinking...I could always hang low, pull the tarp sides in to prevent splash, etc. The mist will always be there. My HG UQ has a DWR finish...I might just manage that. Ensure I refresh...

To clarify, a better way of asking would have been humidity induced mist...such as when hiking in the smokies.

Since transitioning to hammock camping, I've yet to take it out during adverse weather (other than an overnight rain/hang in the backyard). My main concern is humidity/mist and the underquilt. I...

Well, I think I nailed it. Only issue I had was my SRL was a bit tight, however I did have a fairly long stretch. Buying into all this hammock stuff was done on faith and research. It was nice to...

Ah I hadn't seen that. Looks like a nice improvement. Thanks for the info! (assuming you meant dutch buckle)

Long time lurker, experienced hiker trying to convert to a hammock. I just ordered a 1.1DL WBBB (w/whoopies)+edge tarp. Now I'm trying to figure out the easiest setup for hanging :D Love all the...