Five Basic Principles of Going Lighter (not me... the great Cam Honan of OZ)
“If everybody is thinking alike, then somebody isn't thinking.” ~ Gen. George S Patton
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I always like going SOBO; somehow, it feels like going downhill.
...and as it harm none, do what ye will.
I have a WBBB XLC with all the bells and whistles that I use when I’m out by myself.
I also have a DIY hammock for use with a mat and sleeping bag.
When I’m out with a newbie, I put them in the BlackBird and use the DIY myself.
My theory is that I want them to experience the best of things and I can be comfortable enough in my DIY.
Most newbies can’t get the hang of sleeping on a mat straight away and end up with CBS leading to them declaring that they’ll never use a hammock again.
If I can make their first night a success then they’re much more likely to come back (and get their own gear).
This is how old gear gets retired in my world so I usually tell them they are not allowed to return it. They will do fine without the quilt if they are first timers
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