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Backpack suggestions....

flinginairos said:
You are full of great ideas @g2outdoors! There are definitely some options out there. I did end up ordering one of the Crua hybrid tent/hammocks to try. Pretty sure I can pack it differently than the way it comes and save a lot of room. I really liked that it can be used either way and has everything rolled into one purchase. If it doesn't work out I'll simply send it back I got it for $269 shipped so I figured it was worth a shot. I will post a full review on it when it shows up!


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Still can't do the hammock thing. Tried one out briefly the other weekend and it's just not for me. Looks like you can use that thing as a bivy too? Ever slept in a bivy? They don't bother me that much, but not for everyone.

But i did order a mountainsmith shelter LT from a guy off of rokslide for less than $100. Looks pretty friggin' awesome and I can't wait to give it a try.
 
d_rek said:
Still can't do the hammock thing. Tried one out briefly the other weekend and it's just not for me. Looks like you can use that thing as a bivy too? Ever slept in a bivy? They don't bother me that much, but not for everyone.

But i did order a mountainsmith shelter LT from a guy off of rokslide for less than $100. Looks pretty friggin' awesome and I can't wait to give it a try.
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It's been years since I've tried it but figured it was worth a shot. Will def let you know what I think of it!


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Built a pvc backpack frame for my tenzig sp14.
I wanted frame to fit my pack and carry my crossbow and sticks without bouncing around making a lot of noise. I'm going to try this out. My prototype was three-quarter inch pipe and it was too heavy so I tried half-inch PVC pipe.The frame is about 2 pounds I think it may be easier carrying everything on my back and nothing in my hands despite the extra weight. I will give it a try.
I attached Stick Talons to the pvc frame but first I heated the pipe and flattened to accommodate the stick talons.
This may be too much weight for some of our minimalists but for a couple of pounds I want to carry the weight where it will not bother me.
When I want a pack for a whole day sit this is what I want to use

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Cool idea. Let us know what you think once you've used it. What about noise. Did you fill it with spray foam?


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Spray foam is a consideration but heavier than you think .I may put stealth tape on parts of it. I have not fully tested it for noise.


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So I just got back from my first backpacking adventure into a huge wilderness area here in my state. I took my KUIU Icon Pro 3200 and my tent setup was a TarpTent Motrail which I am REALLY liking! I had ordered that Crua Hybrid and after several delays on my order and hearing that it was actually double the project weight I cancelled my order. My new tent is exactly 2lbs and big enough for two which is nice! I am definitely hooked on backpacking now!! I will post some pics in another post later today!
 
flinginairos said:
So I just got back from my first backpacking adventure into a huge wilderness area here in my state. I took my KUIU Icon Pro 3200 and my tent setup was a TarpTent Motrail which I am REALLY liking! I had ordered that Crua Hybrid and after several delays on my order and hearing that it was actually double the project weight I cancelled my order. My new tent is exactly 2lbs and big enough for two which is nice! I am definitely hooked on backpacking now!! I will post some pics in another post later today!
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How are you liking the tarptent? I have a Kifaru pack and really like it. I also want an Exo pack haha!!
 
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