[pct-l] Senz Umbrella

[Hiker97 at aol.com]

Wheeew writes: Hey!  The Senz is the umbrella I was thinking of using  on the 
PCT.  Watch their video too, on the website.....very  impressive.  Guaranteed 
not to invert in up to 70 MPH winds!  Just  wondering if it's wide enough to 
block the deadly sun...........
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Switchback replies: I think even their mini is big enough for the  sun.  I 
just wonder how much it weighs.  With Switchback's World  Famous Handsfree 
Umbrella Holder, you will have no problems with radiation and  greatly reduce 
dehydration.  Remember, umbrellas only provide some  protection from rain.  You 
still need a rain suit or poncho system.   Along with my LuxuryLite.com umbrella, 
I use the GossamerGear.com rain jacket  
(_http://www.gossamergear.com/cgi-bin/gossamergear/driducks_rainsuit.html_ 
(http://www.gossamergear.com/cgi-bin/gossamergear/driducks_rainsuit.html) )  and the ULA Rain Wrap 
(_http://www.ula-equipment.com/rain_wrap.htm_ (http://www.ula-equipment.com/rain_wrap.htm) ).   
Both these items are super light.
 
Notes: GossamerGear is not going to carry the rain gear anymore and  it is on 
sale.  I do not use the pants that come with the rain suit.   I like the Rain 
Wrap better. Also, I got reports from hikers in the big storms  in the 
Lagunas (PCT Section A) last year that the Rain Wrap worked  fine. 
 
Another thing is that I have always heard is that if it rains  continually 
for several days out on the trail, you will get wet no matter  what.  I do not 
have any personal experience myself with that.  Also,  I spray my tent rainfly 
and outer clothing with a water repellent spray each  spring 
(_http://www.rei.com/product/672447_ (http://www.rei.com/product/672447) ).   This works very 
nicely for a little extra protection for the upcoming  campaign.  This would be 
an excellent item in a bounce/drift box for a thru  hike.
 
Your pal, Switchback the Repellent




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