[pct-l] 12 pounder challenge

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

In a message dated 2/22/04 4:40:55 PM, bdwhitsell@comcast.net writes:

<< Why are you carrying 2 shelters? >>

So that if I want to make a base camp while alpine climbing I can leave the 
tent, hang some food and go cross country to places where there wouldn't be 
room for a tent. Also the bivvy has come in handy during major moisture problems 
where the rain insisted on sharing my tent with me. Otherwise, I admit it is 
overkill.
   As for my pack, it only weighs four pounds when I need all 4 pockets for a 
9 dayer.
   I'm keeping an open mind when it comes to the pack and tent. I honestly 
think I have bottomed out on the clothing for a 9 day alpine backpack, except 
for maybe a few ounces.
  David C