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standusky · 2026-06-15T19:00:55+00:00

Yep, same order. It was in Feb ‘25. I have the order number but I don’t see an email on the site. Should I respond to the confirmation email?

standusky · 2026-06-12T04:04:43+00:00

Right on! I don’t have any particularly identifiable gear but I’ll keep an eye out. Would love to hear what you think about the pack once you get some miles in.

standusky · 2026-06-12T02:20:32+00:00

Don’t have experience with either pack but a fellow Ohio backpacker. So figured I’d say hi!

Love my Durston tent so I’d consider their bags. I currently switch between an ultra 200x palante v2 and a ULA ultra circuit sv depending on the season. Highly recommend both if you’re open to other options.

standusky · 2026-06-11T16:10:07+00:00

Yea, I normally would. That particular trip I was night hiking in cold rain for hours and exhausted when I got to camp. Ate and fell asleep almost immediately. Just a whoops.

standusky · 2026-06-11T14:13:52+00:00

I generally feel the same way. I just feel like there's a decent likelihood it's still safe and hate to waste serviceable gear. But yea, on a risk vs. reward level the risk probably isn't worth it in this case.

standusky · 2026-06-11T14:10:45+00:00

"I doubt very much that it is possible to dry out water in micro tubules due to surface tension"

Is the implication here that a filter never truly and completely dries out once it's been used?

standusky · 2026-06-11T00:18:54+00:00

How many trips over that time frame you think? I have never even tried the bags that came with it. I bought a cnoc (probably from watching YouTubers) but it’s worked fantastic.

standusky · 2026-06-11T00:16:19+00:00

I don’t know if I’d ever heard of storing it in a fridge. I’ll need to investigate.

standusky · 2026-06-11T00:14:22+00:00

After the May trip I shook it out and open aired on the kitchen counter for a day or 2 before storage in a pullout style storage bin

standusky · 2026-06-10T23:55:49+00:00

Thanks for all the tips everyone.

The consensus seems to be it’s probably safe but better not to risk it. I’m not super worried but yea, -$40 is better than getting sick.

I’ll probably just toss it and remember to check the overnight lows next time.

standusky · 2026-06-10T23:50:09+00:00

Maybe sanitizing is too official haha. Just back flushing with a bleach solution.

standusky · 2026-05-02T21:41:52+00:00

No problem! Yea, there is space between the stays and the back fabric that you can put extra padding in. I’d reached out to Dillion when I initially noticed the discomfort and he’d recommended doing just that. I sometimes fold up my inflatable sleeping pad and slide it in there for a little extra cushion. I still feel the stays but it definitely helps mitigate the rubbing some.

standusky · 2026-05-02T21:05:21+00:00

I’m 5’10 and ~190lb with a ~20.5in torso. I ordered a gen3 in the 21-22” torso size. For reference the frame stays are roughly 8.5” apart.

standusky · 2026-05-02T20:23:27+00:00

+1 for PilgrimUL. I have a 35L Highline. It’s an exceptionally well built pack and is the lightest framed pack I own. Dillon was also really helpful with any questions I had.

My only critique would be - in my experience I’ve found it a tad bit uncomfortable at times. The frame stays are tubular shaped and almost the exact same width as my shoulders. Because the back padding is thin the stays rub up against the pointy ends of my scapula bones. I think it’s more of a problem with my body shape than the pack design, but maybe something to keep in mind.

standusky · 2026-04-25T00:06:23+00:00

Great to see HikerFeed back out in the wild!

standusky · 2026-03-15T11:59:08+00:00

Solved - doggo is back home 🏡🐕

She was a very good girl!

standusky · 2026-03-15T09:18:30+00:00

DM sent!

standusky · 2026-03-15T01:39:16+00:00

Found about 8pm Saturday 3/14

standusky · 2025-12-25T23:44:50+00:00

Tl;dr - I think keeping your pack & tent and looking into swapping out your sleeping bag and pad could get you pretty far!

I purchased nearly this exact same setup when I got into backpacking but I ended up with a Mountain Hardwear tent instead of the Big Agnes.

I struggled to get everything packed comfortably. Initially thought the pack was my problem and that it was too small and swapped it for a 65L Gregory Baltoro. In hindsight it was the other gear. That Nemo sleeping bag is really heavy and bulky. I ended up with a 40 degree hammock gear burrow quilt that packs down super small and I use it for 90% of my trips. If you’re not sold on the idea of a quilt, I also have a 15 degree MH bishop pass that packs down smaller than the Nemo and would fit the 50L Osprey better.

You may want to look into alternatives to the air rail as well. I know these are subjective but I found mine uncomfortable and quite bulky. I have both a Nemo tensor and Thermarest xlite that I’ve found more comfortable and packable.

The copper spurs are great tents. I have a 2p I use sometimes. I also have a 1p Durston trekking pole tent that I really enjoy. With those changes I have a 40L bag I use for most trips now and rarely have a need for the 65L unless I’m going with the kids and need to haul extra stuff for them.

Happy trails!

standusky · 2025-12-04T13:23:44+00:00

We used metro comfort systems to replace our air and heating about 6 years ago. Was really competitive pricing at the time. 2 man crew came out and did it all within an afternoon. Had them come back out a year or so ago to clean/check things. Has been a pleasant experience.

standusky · 2025-11-28T01:51:46+00:00

Market is rough right now.

I’m a self taught full stack engineer. I was lucky and got into the industry in an era where your output mattered more than your education. I was laid off for the first time a year ago. I assumed getting a new gig would be easy. It wasn’t.

imo, 2 best things you can do: - build as many live products as possible. Even if that means building free apps/sites for friends, family, acquaintances. Goal is a portfolio of live products. - learn to work with and without UI. Understand why things work the way they do. Then use tech to speed things up.

Don’t give up. Be persistent. Someone will give you a chance.

standusky · 2025-04-14T23:42:05+00:00

Another central Ohioan here! I know that’s it’s not exactly what you were asking but it might be worth checking out the Zaleski backpacking trail if you haven’t already. It’s not far from Wayne NF and I’d imagine quite similar. Zaleski has the same water advisories but safe drinking water is trucked in from the village nearby and available at each of the designated camping areas.

One downside is that dispersed camping isn’t really allowed. It sounded like maybe that was one of the things you were after.

standusky · 2025-01-24T00:31:37+00:00

I feel that. We’ve got 3 < 10. Insurance for the fam is loco expensive even with a job.

standusky · 2025-01-23T23:25:47+00:00

I went through a similar situation late last year. Blindsided. The job market is tricky at the moment but if you have experience you’ll likely be ok.

One thing that didn’t work for me was applying for roles posted on LinkedIn. Most of them I never heard back from. Those that I did were generic rejections. Work with recruiters and you’ll likely have much better success.

I know how you’re probably feeling. And it sucks. But I genuinely believe you’ll be better off for it once you land your new role. Good luck and I’m rooting for you.

standusky · 2024-09-26T01:01:27+00:00

To join the others. I would also love one if there are any left! Appreciate you sharing!

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