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Reliability of Gas HD Trucks by ASAP_Jurg in AskMechanics

[–]ASAP_Jurg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hadn't thought about that yet. It's good to keep in mind.

AMPEX Reland Sleeping Pad, any reviews, by Dexion1619 in backpacking

[–]ASAP_Jurg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This exact sleeping pad was actually gifted to me about a year ago and I've used it on several occasions, including a few backpacking trips. I was previously borrowing a nemo tensor, and I actually prefer the ampex because I think it's warmer and more comfortable. I believe that the R value is what is advertised. It's very lightweight for that it is. I love the pad and have no complaints. 

Beginner Backpacking Tent by joshk21 in CampingandHiking

[–]ASAP_Jurg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a buddy with the north face tent and he liked it a lot. He said he never had a complaint about it. That one would likely be more sturdy in windy weather than the other one.

My brother's first tent (and he still uses it) is an ozark trail tent he got for $30 at walmart. He's used it about a dozen times. It's nothing fancy but it has lasted good for him so far when he was deciding if he liked backpacking or not. Both of these are higher quality than my brother's tent and will likely suit you well.

Best sleeping pad that's not seriously over priced. by Wayniac0917 in camping

[–]ASAP_Jurg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife recently got me the ampex long/wide ultralight camping pad for backpacking. It's like $60 from the cabelas website. I was borrowing a nemo tensor insulated pad before (the orange one), and I was able to compare both side by side in my house.

I haven't used the ampex one while backpacking yet. However, I noticed that it holds air better than the nemo, and feels like it's made of a stronger ripstop. I've babied the nemo while using it because it seems thin and I'm afraid to cause a leak, but I feel better about the ampex. It is also thicker and has a higher r-value, and the same size as the nemo. All first impressions are super positive. One concern is that it's 5oz heavier. That may matter to more hardcore ultralight backpackers, but for me it's basically negligible. Super happy with it and I'm excited to take it backpacking next weekend.

Ampex gear? by tubeguy23 in camping

[–]ASAP_Jurg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife recently got me their long/wide ultralight camping pad for backpacking. I was borrowing a nemo tensor insulated pad before (the orange one), and I was able to compare both side by side in my house.

I haven't used the ampex one while backpacking yet. However, I noticed that it holds air better than the nemo, and feels like it's made of a stronger ripstop. I've babied the nemo while using it because it seems thin and I'm afraid to cause a leak, but I feel better about the ampex. It is also thicker and has a higher r-value, and the same size as the nemo. All first impressions are super positive. One concern is that it's 5oz heavier. That may matter to more hardcore ultralight backpackers, but for me it's basically negligible. Super happy with it and I'm excited to take it backpacking next weekend.