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Re: [at-l] Pack weight
In a message dated 98-06-23 20:04:38 EDT, jrowen@ibm.net writes:
<< Enough - keep in mind that these are only suggestions that relate
to MY way of doing things - and they might not work for you. If
they do work for you, great -- if not, then look for something that
does. >>
Jim,
These are great comments. I also found that some things can be measured and
put in smaller packages.....ie. pain relievers...out for a week take a week's
worth.....I do the same with butter, allergy medication, sportscreme,
seasonings, first aid supplies, dehydrated milk, pasta, and believe it or
not.....vodka (so I like to have a drink after a days hike). This saves an
enormous amount of weight. I bought a bunch of teeny containers at an
outfitter and of course use ziplocks. If I were thru hiking, the larger
containers that these come in would be mailed in a mail ahead box where I
would refill and mail ahead. This way I have some extra comforts without all
the weight and save some money by purchasing items in larger quantities.
I just recently purchased a 20 dollar tent from K-mart. The weight is not
marked on the box, but compared it to my clip and it weighs less. Has 2 tent
poles, 3 stakes, no rain fly, and the poles are tied onto inside of tent
instead of clipped on. It is rated for a person and a half.
I also like to take trail guides and copy the pages that I need and cut off
the edges.
I also cut my sleeping bag tarp. I measured around my sleeping bag, and cut
off all the unnecessary fabric where my feet were in the mummy bag.
I have a very small camp towel that works great too.
This all sounds kinda fanatic, but I am really small and want to hike in
comfort.
choovers
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