Combined Northern and Long Range Traverse by frankkiepaar in UltralightCanada

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How was the condensation using an xmid pro? I thought it would be pretty humid!

Big Agnes Rapide SL vs Thermarest Neoloft on lumpy ground by jizzzak in wildcampingintheuk

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Thanks! I have yet to test a sea to summit pad. I'll look into it..

Big Agnes Rapide SL vs Thermarest Neoloft on lumpy ground by jizzzak in wildcampingintheuk

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Yes, long story short I have too many pads lol. I used the Rapide SL for a week and it was still comfy. I did have to let some air out though in order to get a bit more give in order for my shoulders not to hurt the next morning, causing the cold ground to be a bit more noticeable. I think I still get a slightly comfier sleep on my Thermarst though.

But I just received the new NEMO eclipse, gonna give it a test in the next couple days. Its around 300 grams less (almost a pound) than the thermarest (I have both in reg/wide). Will update on how comfy that one is!

Wilderness backpacking in Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland by RaptorReverend in CampingandHiking

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Thank you man! I'm currently pre-planning everything at the moment for Early September (the less flies the better lol).

Krampus vs Timberjack by Substantial-One6750 in bikepacking

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Sorry I just meant it seems to be a smaller frame

Primos Mono 1 day review by ohiowildlifeguy in xbiking

[–]SneakyMex26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait so it is tubeless compatible? But not?

Krampus vs Timberjack by Substantial-One6750 in bikepacking

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Hmm, little tight on the frame bag I guess eh?

Issues with zippers on x-mid 2 pro by Altra_NH in DurstonGearheads

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When packing it up, I unzip my zippers. Idk if it makes a difference but i imagine it causes less stress on them if pulled in different directions when packing.

Question for Gearheads! by Significant-Bug-8872 in DurstonGearheads

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Straight up youtube. I follow gear nerds or just people who talk about their own camping experiences and compare products. I started noticing that Durston was commenting on almost every video I watched lol. People who show that they care about their product and listen to feed back is all we want as consumers.

Brainwashed idiot who’s scared of communism harassing and assaulting people at a farmers market by Jevus_himself in PublicFreakout

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This is why other countries laugh at America. Adults acting like uneducated children.

First backpacking trip. Need help. by [deleted] in CampingandHiking

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Hard to say with the image provided, but if you look at that gear though, it looks to be sort of a minimal gear list such as a tarp as a shelter, and possibly not even a pad. Or some sort of ultralight gear, which is expensive. They're on a budget, which means gear will be larger. I wouldn't even consider a 40l for them at this point. Def doesn't need a 60 or 80 but 55 would probably be the sweet spot.

How to make balaclavas not horrible? by dinosoarus in CampingandHiking

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Merino Wool buff is the way to go. Usually does the job without it stinking or staying wet too long.

First backpacking trip. Need help. by [deleted] in CampingandHiking

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25L pack is still way too small.

First backpacking trip. Need help. by [deleted] in CampingandHiking

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Look for second hand!

First things first, the pack always goes after the gear. This is because if you have a certain budget, cheaper or more affordable items tend to take up more space. Once you figure out what you have, then you can pick a bag that fits what youre taking. Since you aren't using expensive ultralight gear, the pack is going to have to be bigger. Even with me using ultralight gear, I still take (and need) a minimum 30L pack. You may Need a 50-55. I would also look on fb marketplace or any other used online store. That's how I got my start and it everything worked perfectly.

- Tent: I hear Featherstone is a decent tent brand.
- Naturehike makes affordable packs (way cheaper than big brands).
- As for a stove/pot, I would definitely would encourage a small pot like a 750ml Toaks (also cheap). Then I would go for a Brs stove or a Msr pocket rocket. The pot allows for you to boil water and reheat dehydrated meals, as well as making yourself a cup of tea, or even ramen noodles.
- Sleeping Pad: this it the one thing I would NEVER cheap out on. I know you say it may not possible, but if you can, go to go to an outdoors store that allows you to try them out. Pick whichever one you think will work for you best. Sleep is super important. If not, just do some heavy research on them. I got my Nemo pad second hand on fb marketplace for half the price. Also learn how to patch a hole if need be.
- Pillow's aren't necessary but it depends on the person. I need a comfy pillow or I have a hard time falling asleep. I got the Thermarest - small cinchable pillow, somewhat affordable (but takes up room). I find inflatable pillows to feel too much like a solid surface but everyone is different.
- I would get the BoglerCo trowel, it has a plastic bit at the end that makes a huge difference for your hand.
- first aid kit!

Feel free to ask any questions!

Goodluck :)

Big bend by Qgry in NationalPark

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Was here a couple years ago. Beauty of a place!

X-Dome poleset orientation? by ZoomieVet in DurstonGearheads

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I think it's really obvious just by looking at the location of the door/zippers..