[pct-l] Spintex .97 vs. Silnylon 1.35, also MLD Bug Bivy vs. Serenity Shelter

[Jim Banks]

You save 3 ounces with the Patrol Shelter made from the Spintex versus made
from the silnylon, but the Spintex will make a lot more noise in windy
conditions than the silnylon.


I-Beam



-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Daniel Cross
Sent: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 9:10 PM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Spintex .97 vs. Silnylon 1.35, also MLD Bug Bivy vs.
Serenity Shelter

Hello everyone,
 
I'm fairly new to this list, have replied to a few people's posts, but this
is the first time I'm coming with a question of my own.  I'm gearing up for
a PCT thru-hike next season and looking to get a new shelter system.  I used
the GoLite Lair 1 on my AT thru-hike in '06 and liked the balance between
simplicity and protection it offered.  However, the one big shortcoming was
lack of bug protection.  This has led me to seek out a shelter with a
similar design, yet with a bug netting component.  
 
After much deliberation, I've settled on the MLD Patrol Shelter.  However
I'm torn on two fronts.  Do I go with the Spintex .97 or the Silnylon 1.35? 
Also, do I complement it with the Bug Bivy or the Serenity Shelter?
 
In regards to the fabric, I get that the Spintex is lighter than the
Silnylon.  I also get that the Silnylon is stronger, but sags some.  That
being said, which would you all think to be more suited for a shelter fabric
on a PCT thru-hike?
 
In regards to the Bug Bivy vs. Serenity Shelter, I get that the Bug Bivy is
lighter, but it also looks like it could be a nightmare to get in and out of
while pitched under the Patrol Shelter.  The Serenity Shelter looks more
robust and more accessible, albeit heavier.  Anyone have any experience with
either of these?  Any thoughts/recommendations?
 
Thanks in advance for any feedback!  And on a side note, it's an incredible
online community you all have here.  I've learned so much since joining a
few months back.  Thanks!
 
Bear Can
 
PS - Here's the links to all the products I've mentioned:
 
Patrol Shelter: 
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=35&products
_id=76
Serenity Shelter: 
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=35&products
_id=120
Bug Bivy: 
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=22&products
_id=55
 


      
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