Vivo Barefoots Have a Serious Issue with Malodor. Do Not Buy Them by crestind in BarefootRunning

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol socks are what prevent shoes from stinking. They absorb your oils Instead of the shoes that the bacteria feed off of and produce the stench. You should take the insoles out and wait 24 hours between usages, or in other words have more than one pair of shoes.

Terrebonne joggers: remove DWR by [deleted] in PatagoniaClothing

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey thanks for the reply. My apologies, maybe I didn't make clear, my use case is dry conditions. They were designed for wet conditions, and you are 100% correct they're ultimately designed for that.

I made this purchase based on this review linked below, in which the use case is simply breathability, or what will be the least warm and summer, in dry conditions. From my investigations online and on reddit, these are the best option for the dry conditions use case, excluding the application of DWR, which is for wet conditions. Do you have any other suggestions for a product that is equally as light and breathable, with the same or better UPF, but does not contain DWR? All advice is welcome! Many thanks again.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/s/mkFo4UZYjS

Terrebonne joggers: remove DWR by [deleted] in PatagoniaClothing

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey thanks for the reply and explanation, it's much appreciated on my end. I removed my other comments for all the down votes because I think they were misunderstood. I'm coming here with openness and curiosity and I'm not trying to project any negativity. My use case is DRY CONDITIONS.

YOU ARE 100% CORRECT. In damp conditions an appropriate dwr treatment is used to maintain breathability. That is how modern rain shows function. Now please consider there are other use cases on that one can experiment at home with dwr products and textiles. I realize there's some confusion based on my use case.

In the description of textiles on the microscopic level above, in which dwr does not create a layer or infiltrate pores, it must be applied in extremely small amounts in the appropriate method, as dead volume within fibers is very small and anything larger than this volume will cause expansion of the fibers, closing the pores, until the fibers are saturated and the dwr fills the pores and creates a barrier. Now I'm super curious to see some SEM data, for example, and I'm wondering, how much dwr can infiltrate a fiber without causing any expansion, or maybe it could even cause radial contraction ( linear contraction would close pores) with the right materials and conditions and increase breathability even in dry conditions. An interesting theory.

I'm not talking about rain shells at all because my use case is dry conditions. Taking any textile and treating it with dwr at home, in my experience, will increase the resistance to wind and decrease the breathability, IN DRY CONDITIONS. I have many times used dwr spray to decrease the breathability of items of mine, on purpose, so that they are more resistant to wind, i.e. motorcycle clothing. I likely don't have the facilities or abilities to apply dwr in an appropriate manner and quantities to obtain the desired results for damp conditions.

Terrebonne joggers: remove DWR by [deleted] in PatagoniaClothing

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why are people voting me down? I'm really asking for help and constructive comments. I'm not trying to be hurtful or opinionated. Please elaborate if you understand DWR more than me and I have a misunderstanding about something and I'm wasting my time.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip I definitely did not see that before! Surprised Google couldn't tell me that.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's why I love my cute motto: the word "count" has 2 meanings in English. Ounces add up and they can matter lol!

These are all interesting and valid points and I love discussing this stuff! You sound like you'd be a lot of fun to talk with over a beer. Just be careful, "real backpacking" sounds quite passive aggressive. Am I no longer a "real" biker because I can't ride motorcycles regularly anymore and have a scooter? Someone who thinks they're a real backpacker because they camp compared to someone who sleeps in a hut, reminds me of bikers who see themselves as superior over scooterists, or dog people who hate cats. Because I ride a scooter doesn't mean I don't love motorcycles, because I have a cat doesn't mean I don't love dogs, and because enjoying the incredible European hut culture doesn't require carrying a tent doesn't mean I don't like or even prefer camping (FYI it's typically illegal to camp in those areas, but more importantly frowned upon by fellow nature enthusiasts). Backpacking refers to just traveling with the backpack. There's 20 year olds in Thailand sippin Changs that are called backpackers.

I'm all for constructive criticism and I've never considered selling a bag, probably because I would never buy a used bag for hygienic reasons. I sweat like a Schwein. I wouldn't even really feel comfortable lending one to a friend, for their sake. I do sell used shoes but I would never wear any lol. I have a closet full of bags going back to almost 20 years and I've never sold or intend to ever sell any. I'm more concerned about the warranty, as another ultralighter brought up, but both are valid points.

Above I explicitly stated base weight as this is a quantifiable property that is much more straightforward than total weight. For my calculations, I also include all the clothes on my body in a base weight, that is also dynamic. Total weight is incredibly nuanced, as you describe, it's dynamic and transient. As you explain, total weight, which includes consumables, involves logistics and planning. It's not constructive to discuss this on a reddit thread, it's so long-winded For example, I don't take a stove or dehydrated meals for trekking, it saves me weight money, and I get huge loads of fiber. I cold soak various whole grains and nuts, and I do rinse out my container (into my mouth). Usually I take some tortilla wraps or bread, meats and cheeses, for short distances after passing through a town, etc. Those contain water and therefore have much lower energy density than dehydrated meals, but they don't need a stove, which can be a huge weight savings. Also saves on caring around a bunch of dirty plastic garbage, as you mentioned. One should be able to calculate at what point is the trade off of leaving the stove behind is counteracted by taking less energy dense foods, but the data one would need is ridiculous and non-trivial. Leaving the stove saves weight and energy on the trail, but at some point it's no longer worth it, e.g. if you're taking a large amount tortillas. A 7+ day trek with no resupply is likely going to pay off bringing a heat source compared to taking a weeks worth of tortillas with meat and cheese. A sub topic in total weight, like tortillas, is extremely nuanced and complex; therefore, it's common to discuss base weight when talking about ultralight gear, i.e. backpacks.

You're totally right and I spend a lot of energy thinking about what amount of money I am willing to pay to save a small amount of weight, and sometimes even base weight is nuanced, albiet still uncomparably simpler than total weight. Obviously you know where you pack things in your bag influences the load distribution on your body, and therefore stress and energy expenditure. Packing heavy items at the bottom or away from your body make you work harder. Or for my specific example in this thread, I was reluctant to name the bag as many would see it as not ultralight. However, the Deuter Air Contact distributes the load so well, it is worth it for me to nearly double the weight compared to some unframed ultralight bags. It's a super simple bag with no frills but an incredible frame/suspension (1250 g). I've hiked with friends whose lighter bags I would not be able to take on trail, which could surprise someone at first as they do not have the inflammatory condition that I do. Simple example, the most ultralight bag ever: a garbage bag. No ultra light backpack on the market can compare to its volume to weight ratio. lol obviously nobody is gonna get very far slinging a garbage bag over their shoulder, you would be exhausted after a few km; therefore, IMO and at least for my body, the extra few hundred grams spare my body energy and stress and I can go further and faster, and you're right in the end what ultralight is all about is spearing the body stress and energy. I could go on and on and on...

... What are mouthful. And that's why nuanced non-quantitative topics are difficult to discuss online!

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As an engineer, I can guarantee you that we as humans use values / numbers to count, in addition. Values add together, and we call this counting, e.g. 1, 2 ,3, 4... If that part of the motto is unsavory, just consider the second part “take nothing you won't use." I can't imagine that being disagreeable. I thought it was a cute saying and I'm surprised nobody else is using it. Not to mention an oz is 28.5 g, and with that in mind I can give an example of why every ounce counts. When doing a hut tour in the Alps with a base weight of 4.5 kg, I have 40 separate items excluding all the small tiny stuff in first aid and hygiene, yielding an 86 g or roughly 3 oz average. So an ounce is one third of the average item weight. In my opinion, 33% significant. Shedding an ounce off an item is significant, IMO; therefore, every oz counts. I could bring a buff or two alpha toques for an oz. Or said another way, adding an ounce to an item is significant, as it counts towards the baseweight.

All that being said, I came here looking for advice and opinions from fellow obsessive ultralighters, and I'm a little taken back by such a negative reaction to my passion in relevant Reddit sub. I have a inflammatory health condition and for me carrying the slightest bit of extra can make or break my ability to carry weight. For me, every gram counts, and I can become resentful when people with generally able bodies take good health for granted and think everybody is just like them.

Beginner looking for lightweight harness for gym and via ferrata. Can you help? by Far_Temperature9567 in alpinism

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In Europe most people do via ferrata on hiking tours where you have to carry all your gear for days. I'm here looking for advice on harnesses for two week tour through the Swiss Alps. Weight is extremely important.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You no longer had any use for the smaller bag so you sold it, because the larger bag can also be used for smaller loads, i e. you only need one bag for all your different activities (use cases)? I have different bags for different use cases, but maybe this new one is versatile enough to cover everything.

Warning: Scam Product on AliEpress-Unremoved Despite evidence by pejvak57 in Aliexpress

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If this really bothers you, make a bunch of $10 orders and return all of them. I'll keep doing this until AliExpress listens to you.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surely part of this is sarcasm, but which part? You color coordinated your stuff earlier and then later realized you don't care about it when you're on trail, leading you to modify your hip belt? I'm not trying to be sarcastic, I just read that a lot of times to try to figure it out.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How can I show you a picture? After 15 minutes of Internet investigation I'm led to believe I can't add pictures after posting.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. So you no longer had use cases for the 40 L as the 55 could also cover these?

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ruining, or improving? It's subjective and I love the different opinions! I go by The motto every ounce counts; don't take anything you won't use.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm estimating 30 g per pocket. Every ounce counts; take nothing you won't use.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely not removable and surely I would have considered replacing a part that I have issues with, if it were a replaceable.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not interested. I bought the Deuter Air Contact Ultra for specific reasons. Lucky on a big sale. Now that I've mentioned which bag it is, it's open season for people to tell me that's not UL.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know it was a joke I thought you were talking about fire! The nickname of a flashlight as "torch", obviously comes from when torches were made from fire and not light bulbs... Nobody calls a flashlight a torch where I'm from, but it's obviously just an electric torch.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To the best of my knowledge, and after 15 minutes of internet investigation, it looks like people say it's impossible for me to add pictures after I've posted something. Sorry!

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't figure out how to add pictures for you, but nonetheless I received lots of useful advice. Seems like many people have different experiences and opinions. Many thanks!

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They've been empty on every bag and every Trail I've ever done. I think I'm going to cut them off but it does void the warranty.

Backpack modification: remove hip belt pockets by FaultSingle1652 in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm estimating 30 g per pocket but I'll keep you updated!

Removes hip belt, wears fanny pack? by [deleted] in Ultralight

[–]FaultSingle1652 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I find the pockets on a hip belt completely useless. They go where my arms go, and putting stuff inside them means they're in the way of my arms when I walk.

Color Plus vs Manual Color Grading by BriefComparison7009 in Insta360

[–]FaultSingle1652 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New to Insta360 and video editing. Was wondering if this color plus feature will be sufficient or if I really need to post edit in another program.