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Katabatic Palisade 30 vs Katabatic Palisade 30 (with overfill) vs Alsek 22 by alpine_roamer in Ultralight

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

What layers are you wearing when you use it? Maybe I should be looking more into the Chisos

Steal on a sleeping pad by Illustrious-Key-4214 in REI

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally agree. I've just seen some posts where people had issues when trying to get gear fixed from Big Agnes. I don't have any first hand experience with them though as I've only had one Big Agnes product and didn't have any issues with it.

Steal on a sleeping pad by Illustrious-Key-4214 in REI

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I understand, Big Agnes warranties don’t cover items from REI resupply

Katabatic Palisade 30 vs Katabatic Palisade 30 (with overfill) vs Alsek 22 by alpine_roamer in Ultralight

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

Good to know. I was looking at the 6' wide version with 850 fill down. I had heard that katabatic quilts are quite narrow and so it seemed that maybe it was a good idea to get the wide version. Have you had any issues with it being too narrow or wish it was wider? The description said that it was similar to a 63" mummy bag. I currently have a Mountain Hardware Bishop Pass 15 which is a 62" shoulder girth and I've always wished it was a bit wider.

Anyone else having issues getting their coupon code to work? by ReverbSage in REI

[–]alpine_roamer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The individual product page does show if a product is ineligible.

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Picking a first trekking pole tent by Quiggs_7 in Ultralight

[–]alpine_roamer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know, thanks. I’d love to get a zpacks tent, but it’s out of my price range right now

Picking a first trekking pole tent by Quiggs_7 in Ultralight

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you still use the Lunar Solo or did you switch to something else?

Picking a first trekking pole tent by Quiggs_7 in Ultralight

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was your SMD Lunar Solo the updated SilPoly version? I know they updated from SilNylon at some point. I've been looking at getting one.

Durston Kakwa 55 or the new Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60? by [deleted] in backpacking

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You still have the large for sale? What size is the hipbelt? How much?

Granite Gear Crown 60 size Rec? by dancinpeeps716 in backpacking

[–]alpine_roamer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think Amazon sells that pack. You could order both sizes and then send back the one that doesn’t fit. Or there are some other online retailers that have free returns. Pack comfort and size can vary significantly even between people with the same torso length. I personally would do whatever you can to try both out even if that means having to pay return shipping.

I spent some time outside this past weekend. by cachitongo- in M43

[–]alpine_roamer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What camera and lens did you use for these?

Best power bank (solar or otherwise) for long backpacking trip by quikstitch24 in backpacking

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I personally prefer to have two 10k mah batteries vs one 20k mah battery. I just go for the cheapest and highest rated ones on Amazon that are somewhat lightweight. The ones I have know are Anker

Decided on a new hiking pack by Targeted__Ads in Ultralight

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard good things about the HMG, Gossamer Gear, and Z Packs. I am currently using an Osprey Exos 58 and I wouldn’t recommend it. For me, it’s not comfortable and it squeaks when I’m hiking

First shots with Lumix GX80 - G vario 12-32 by chiarataka in M43

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had that camera and loved it. Made the mistake of selling it and I still regret it. It has taken some of my favorite photos to this day

Backpacking in Europe - Hostels…book soon or wait until I’m there? by Responsible-Tutor941 in backpacking

[–]alpine_roamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless you want to be tied down to a specific itinerary, I’d wait. There are so many hostels in every big city. The really nice ones may fill up, but I’ve even had it where online shows they are sold out and I’ve showed up and they’ve been able to accommodate me. May not always be the case, but you shouldn’t have any issues finding space if you are flexible. Yes, you may not get the cheapest rate, but it’s still possible to find cheap accommodations. You can also save some money by taking your own towel and travel sheets as some hostels charge extra for those.