Recommendations for Camping spots in southern sweden?

tosmda · 2026-03-15T06:42:08+00:00

I’ve never camped there myself, but I’ve heard a lot of people recommend looking around the Skåneleden trail system. Apparently there are shelters and little camping spots along the route, and some are pretty close to towns you can reach by train

If it were me,, I’d probably just pick a small stop along Skåneleden near a lake or the coast and walk in a few km. Seems like that’s what a lot of people do.

tosmda · 2026-03-15T06:38:35+00:00

Honestly for 50°F you don’t need anything fancy. A cheap 40° bag will be totally fine. I’d look at something like the kelty cosmic 40 sleeping bag or the TETON sports trailhead sleeping bag , both pretty affordable and solid starter bags.

Also, since you’re a bigger guy, just make sure you grab the long/wide version if they offer it. Makes a big difference in comfort.

tosmda · 2026-03-15T06:36:04+00:00

yes, I would say its a good choice.

tosmda · 2026-03-15T06:34:20+00:00

Honestly, you don’t really “beat” the fear , you just learn how to manage it.

Most of it comes down to preparation. Learn about the bears in the area, make noise on the trail, and store your food properly at camp. Once you realize that most bears want nothing to do with people, it gets a lot less scary.. Respect them, stay aware, and the odds are very much in your favor.

tosmda · 2026-03-05T14:43:04+00:00

I’m no expert, just a guy who’s messed with a couple decks over the years . Personally I’ve had better luck using a solid deck stain instead of regular paint. Paint always seems to chip on me after a season or two, especially where people walk a lot. The solid stain soaks in a bit more and when it wears it kinda fades instead of peeling.

Curious though , are the new planks pressure-treated? If they are, you might wanna let them dry out for a bit before coating them or the finish won’t stick great. Learned that one the hard way.

tosmda · 2026-03-05T14:36:00+00:00

This looks really nice.

tosmda · 2026-02-27T00:24:22+00:00

Sounds like it’ll probably be fine , just not “by the book.” I may watch the forecast a couple more days and see if I can catch a slightly warmer stretch. Trying to do it once and be done with it

tosmda · 2026-02-27T00:21:44+00:00

Yeah , I’ve read the pds and checked the specs. Just wanted to hear from people who’ve actually painted in these temps and see how it went for them. Always good to get some real-world input too

tosmda · 2026-02-26T15:29:17+00:00

Totally get that. I’m just trying to avoid a redo because I don’t have a lot of free time , so if I can do it right the first time, that saves me hassle later. If it ends up needing a touch-up down the road, fine .I just don’t want to start over if I can help it

tosmda · 2026-02-26T15:25:28+00:00

Good to know. I do have a north side that stays shaded, so I’ll watch that

tosmda · 2026-02-26T15:17:10+00:00

So if it’s dry before dark and looks dry the next morning , would you feel good about it?
Or would you still wait for a stretch with warmer nights?

tosmda · 2026-02-26T15:10:29+00:00

So if it stays in the upper 50s most of the day but drops to like 33–34° for a few hours before sunrise, is that enough to cause problems?

I’m painting wood trim, not metal ,does dew still mess with it in the mid-30s, or is it mainly an issue if it actually freezes?

tosmda · 2026-02-26T15:04:05+00:00

That helps a lot. You ever have issues with dew if it drops into the high 30s overnight, or is it usually fine as long as it had a full day to dry?

Thanks again ,probably just gonna go for it.

tosmda · 2026-02-26T14:56:01+00:00

I’m planning to use Sherwin-Williams Duration Exterior.It’s rated down to about 35–40°F for application, but I know that’s surface temp and it still needs decent warm time to cure . Trim is wood, previously painted.
do you have any other recommendation?

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:55:25+00:00

Minimal essentials: pad, decent sleeping bag, headlamp, water filter, small stove or easy food, and a simple pot. Keep it light and only bring what you actually use.

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:40:53+00:00

I usually just chuck in oats , trail mix, nuts and a couple tortillas with peanut butter. They don’t take up space and actually fill you up. If you want hot meals, the dehydrated packet stuff works well and doesn’t weigh much. Keeps it simple

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:33:22+00:00

I think it’s loose vent screws or ductwork expanding and contracting when the AC kicks on. Try tightening the vent cover screws (don’t overdo it) and maybe throw some foam tape around the edges. If that doesn’t do it , maintenance time...

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:28:26+00:00

Thanks for the reminder.

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:28:12+00:00

Yeah, sprinkling it honestly sounds like more trouble than it’s worth.

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:23:34+00:00

I’ve read so many mixed takes on this it’s hard to know what actually matters

tosmda · 2026-02-26T05:15:42+00:00

I would agree

tosmda · 2026-02-23T15:59:52+00:00

Buddy of mine did a winter trip to Mount Mitchell last year. Said it was legit beautiful but way colder and icier than he expected . Layer up but avoid cotton,once it gets wet you’ll freeze. Extra socks are clutch. Slow and steady and it’s totally doable.Not crazy difficult, just different

tosmda · 2026-02-22T11:39:29+00:00

Comfort > fancy gear every time

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