[pct-l] 2008 Netting Tent Phenomena

[Donna Saufley]

I noticed that out of the 363 tents they tested, Six Moons Designs Lunar Duo
was the #1 ultralight pick.  Congratulations to Ron Moak!  

 

L-Rod

 

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From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Hiker97
Sent: Saturday, January 26, 2008 9:01 PM
To: pct-l at mailman.backcountry.net
Cc: lizmares at cox.net; carolwbruno at yahoo.com
Subject: [pct-l] 2008 Netting Tent Phenomena

 

I noticed in the new issue of Backpacker Magazine the trend toward 360
degree view netting tents.  As you know for years I have been advocating
this shelter system.  I am now taking full credit for this new phenomena in
the backpacking world.  We now see a welcome trend away from the traditional
nylon prisons on the trail.  Prison cells that separate you from the very
thing you came out to be with and enjoy.  You spend may be 30-40% of your
expedition time inside your shelter.  THAT IS A LOT!  Why would you want to
be enclosed in a nylon cage with very little views?  It is beyond my
understanding.

 

Cowboy camping and some bivy camping is fine too.  But when I see tents with
just one end or side open to the outside, it drives me nuts --- it is like
the designer is teasing you --- torturing you --- you only are allowed a
small taste of Mother Nature from your shelter.  Tarps are fine if it
raining, otherwise forget it.  If you want privacy, just put on your tent
rainfly.

 

Just one of my gear hot spots.  Of course, HYOH, etc., etc.,
etc...........you decide what works for you and makes you happy on the
trail.

 

Switchback the Trend Setter

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