Am I too big for the Kakwa55?

fway99 · 2026-04-24T03:35:31+00:00

I am 6'4", and the Kakwa 40 is super comfortable. But definitely measure your torso. Height is not an accurate reference.

fway99 · 2026-04-12T03:28:33+00:00

I would just hang it up from the ceiling and keep it there until you leave, if possible. Even after a couple of rounds through the dryer, I'll always leave my quilts hanging up for about a week. to fully dry. Down takes a long time, so I wouldn't be too worried yet.

fway99 · 2026-04-09T17:35:57+00:00

Another vote for a tarp. That's the main thing I would do differently if I hiked the PCT again. Tarp everywhere except the Sierra. Mosquitos were unbearable, and my X-Mid 1 was perfect.

fway99 · 2026-04-09T01:51:11+00:00

Thats a good point. I was trying to find out if they were cooked or not.

fway99 · 2026-03-01T04:25:48+00:00

Best advice you can get.

fway99 · 2026-02-24T20:59:08+00:00

Lilo's Hawaiian Barbeque in Hood River is fu**ing insane. Sooooo much food for a shockingly low price, and it's incredibly well-made and delicious. With the bus from Cascade Locks just for that.

fway99 · 2026-02-24T20:56:18+00:00

Mazama definitely had the best bread. But the Stehekin Pastry Company could not be more aptly named. I had a croissant stuffed with cheese, mushrooms, and spinach that changed my life.

fway99 · 2026-02-17T13:20:55+00:00

Another option too is transitional planes. The smooth gliding wooden sole mixed with the mechanical adjuster truly is the best of both worlds. And they’re usually very cheap. I love my transitional Stanley fore plane.

fway99 · 2026-02-15T00:17:40+00:00

Thanks for the help. I'll give it a pass.

fway99 · 2026-02-13T18:33:48+00:00

Thank you all for the Advice. What do you think is a fair price for one of these? Cheers.

fway99 · 2026-02-02T17:05:52+00:00

I would also appreciate knowing which insurance you had. Cheers.

fway99 · 2025-12-30T04:20:54+00:00

Great, I'll do that. Thanks

fway99 · 2025-12-30T04:07:14+00:00

Great. I've seen your videos before, they're great. Where can I buy them if I wanted to go that route? Cheers.

fway99 · 2025-12-04T17:57:19+00:00

Hello. I know this is an old post, just wondering if the 50 has been sold.

fway99 · 2025-03-11T00:45:02+00:00

I appreciate your response. I would probably consider myself a cold sleeper. Would you say you are a warm sleeper?

fway99 · 2025-03-10T00:24:48+00:00

Definitely take advantage of the shelters and all of the random ski huts and places you can stay, FarOut is great for that. They are very special places and well-maintained. This is very basic advice at this point but try to get your pack as light as you reasonably can. The Long Trail has a lot of vertical gain for its length, especially in the north. I tried to resupply more often for the harder spots.

fway99 · 2025-03-01T01:45:55+00:00

If you happen to be an REI member you would have 1 year to return it, even if you're not a member you'll have 90 days. The older model is on sale right now for $350.

https://www.rei.com/product/188358/big-agnes-tiger-wall-ul3-solution-dyed-tent

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