[pct-l] Gear vs gear vs gear

[CMountainDave@aol.com (CMountainDave@aol.com)]

In a message dated 10/11/02 8:20:48 PM, lbakkar@hotmail.com writes:

<< I don't count the pole weight, because I will use poles regardless of
whether I use a tent or a tarp, or if I choose to sleep under the stars.  In
my case, poles are first and foremost to support my back and knees, and if I
used them for supporting a shelter (which I do), I would consider them
"multiple use".
 >>

If I needed to use poles, I would consider switching to a tarp to save weight