[pct-l] Ultralite backpacking equipment

[dianalindsay at hotmail.com (Diana Lindsay)]

I just did 10 days 161 miles on the AT with a G-4 and it worked beautifully
and is none the worse for wear. Pack, food, gear and tent no more than 25
lbs. - Swifty.

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces@mailman.backcountry.net
[mailto:pct-l-bounces@mailman.backcountry.net] On Behalf Of Carl & Judy Rush
Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 3:43 PM
To: Lars Nilsson
Cc: pct-l@mailman.backcountry.net
Subject: Re: [pct-l] Ultralite backpacking equipment

Same thing here , I used my G-4 on the AT, and have about 1500 miles on my 
G-5 . I have had to do a little sewing on each, but not to much. Carl

On 9/20/05, Lars Nilsson <lars@standardarmament.com> wrote: 
> 
> I have used my GVP, now Gossamer Gear, G4 backpack for 3 or 4 years and
> my Tarptent Squall for almost as long and both look pretty much new. I
> suppose if I was doing off-trail backpacking the back pack might have
> issues, but it is surprisingly tough for a 3000cu, 14oz backpack. The
> tent has been rained on, and spent the night in a windstorm pitched
> between 2 yucca plants, and is none the worse for wear.
> Lars
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: David Frederck [mailto:mt2mt@sbcglobal.net]
> Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 4:26 PM
> To: pct-l@mailman.backcountry.net
> Subject: [pct-l] Ultralite backpacking equipment
> 
> I would like to start a discussion on light
> backpacking equipment. I recently purchased a
> lightweight tarp-type tent and an ultralight pack.
> After using the pack only once, for about 8 days, I
> noticed that the bottom was full of holes. I realized
> that I was dealing with much weaker fabrics than I'm
> accustomed. I have a couple of 25 yearold packs,
> uncomfortable and heavy, but in good shape!
> While setting up my tent the rear pole shattered.
> Luckily I was able to perform a makeshift repair. Then
> the wind came up and about ripped the tent to shreads.
> When I examined the tent the next day, there were
> small holes in its side.
> I don't think it's reasonable for equipment to only
> last one season, no matter how light.
> Now, I'm faced with getting a new pack for an upcoming
> trip. I notice a plethora of products.
> 
> Has anyone had similar problems?
> A discussion of them might be worthwhile.
> Can anyone recommend a lightweight, yet sturdy
> backpack at around 3000cu?
> 
> 
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