Originally Posted by
Jungle Jim
Great report! But I have to ask, why would you want to backpack in a kilt, even a thrifty kilt?
Now I've worn a kilt for formal occasions like a Burns' Dinner but they were traditional, heavy affairs. I checked out the Thrifty Kilt, expecting something designed for ultralight backpacking but was a little perplexed at what I found.....For $30 its a great deal but how much does that sucker weigh? Did you use a sporran? While its great to be able to enjoy.....ah.....total freedom, I don't imagine this will weigh less than a good pair of running shorts (about 4 ozs).
Jungle Jim
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