[pct-l] Sleeping gear recommendations

[Brandon McGinnity]

I'm all about the foam pads. They don't puncture, and suit my needs. Cost
less (mine was free, actually, since I found it) too.


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 8:00 PM, Ate Tuna <atetuna at gmail.com> wrote:

> That sounds like a very good setup so far.  If you find tyvek to be too
> bulky, you could use polycro plastic for your groundsheet.  It is much more
> compact, plenty tough, and weighs a little less than tyvek.
>
> There are a couple new air pads on the market this year.  The Pacific
> Outdoor Equipment Elite AC and Nemo Zor both weigh 14 ounces and cost
> around
> $90.  I believe they're both warmer than the Neoair, although Nemo refuses
> to specify the R-value of their pad.
>
> For stakes, go with half a dozen 7" titanium ti-eye stakes from
> Mountainfitter.  They weigh about the same as other ti sheppard hook
> stakes,
> but the Mountainfitter stakes does a better job of securing the guyline.
>  Add a pair of MSR Groundhog stakes for holding power...I'd use these on
> the
> front and rear guylines.
>
> As far as the Hexamid goes, I suggest getting the beak.  The beak means you
> won't need the optional door, and you'll have a vestibule for your shoes.
>
> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:40 PM, Glenn Bradford <glenn.bradford at gmail.com
> >wrote:
>
> > Searched PCT-L through my email ( the archive search is down ) and
> > couldn't find much - I'm looking for recommendations on tent/sleeping
> > pad combo gear.
> >
> > After some research, I really like the Hexamid solo with the bug
> > screen, and toss in a well cut piece of Tyvek. I have a Western
> > Mountaineering 20&deg; Ultralite Bag.
> >
> > The sleeping pad is a bit more of a trick. The NeoAir looks good - but
> > it is expensive, and I have my doubts it could last for a thru-hike.
> >
> > Any recommendations would be appreciated.
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Glenn
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