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[pct-l] Re:Tents,Tarps, Bivy's?

<He suggested that I shouldn't take a tent if I hike 
<during the summer months, it wasn't worth the weight. 

I am riding across the US on horseback but am riding low impact and using
backpacking equipment. I carry a tent but most of the time just sleep under
the stars on saddle blankets. In the middle of the summer, it doesn't rain
much and a bivy sack would work good. Early Spring and fall bring more
weather and at these times, I like to enjoy the comfort of a tent and
kickback during the rain. I would not suggest a tarp because of skeeters. We
use so much deet that the skeeters really do not bother us even in the worst
conditions. But I have met many hikers who are tormented by them. I have
backpacked a bunch and always enjoyed having a tent. There are some light
ones out now. Good luck!

Dane
Horseback America
http://flahorse.com/horseamerica/

PS What's the Rockies look like now. We will be riding back on the
Continental Divide Trail after the PCT! Any El Nino damage?

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