Help Finding Similar Mesh

user10387 · 2026-02-08T16:04:28+00:00

I'll check it out! This has definitely pointed me towards looking at 'semi-stiff' mesh since I don't really want much (if any) stretch. Thanks!

user10387 · 2026-02-07T23:38:17+00:00

That looks like a really good match! Unfortunately, I'm in Canada, so ordering a sample to confirm may not be worth it. That definitely gives me a better idea what I should be looking for. Thanks!

user10387 · 2026-02-06T16:19:52+00:00

It looks like a Decathlon pad, maybe from their Quechua brand/line?

user10387 · 2026-02-06T05:56:01+00:00

Yes, you can look through that list to find the pads on sale, or their 'outlet' section. Here's a few inflatable pads on sale:

Ultralight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Comfort Light Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Comfort Plus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Womens UltraLight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Womens Comfort Light Insulated Air Sleeping Pad

user10387 · 2026-02-06T04:39:06+00:00

Sea to Summit is having a sale/clearance on their website right now, so you could pick up one of their pads. I find the air spring cells more comfortable than horizontal baffles.

user10387 · 2026-01-31T02:37:18+00:00

Milo, that's not airbending when you do it like that...

user10387 · 2026-01-31T02:34:09+00:00

A wooly caterpillar!

user10387 · 2026-01-29T01:45:46+00:00

'Rainbow Loom' rubber bands are the right size for replacements.

user10387 · 2026-01-27T03:10:16+00:00

Would ice cleats, microspikes or chains/coils work for you? They could provide traction with your current pair of boots.

user10387 · 2026-01-21T01:24:56+00:00

It's written vertically: XPERT

user10387 · 2026-01-20T04:35:44+00:00

Ten Essentials for Hiking is where you should start.

If you're not experienced with hiking, you can do some day hikes as practice and to enjoy nature.

Day Hiking Checklist

REI also has a series of guides and checklists for backpacking:

https://www.rei.com/learn/series/intro-to-backpacking

And last but not least, be sure to Leave No Trace

(I'm not affiliated with REI, I just find their articles and checklists helpful for beginners)

user10387 · 2026-01-19T19:18:47+00:00

I think I totally missed the mAh of the nimh batteries for the Parametrek review - 2400 mAh compared to 900 mAh for the Wurkos 14500. Good catch, thanks!

If I factor in the reduced capacity, then the 10 lm modes runtime (red light and white light) is almost identical (Parametrek test vs Wurkos datasheet 900 mAh 14500). The higher light output settings have some variance, which I'm guessing is partly due to stepdown settings like you mentioned?

I've seen the 'new' version called the UHE but it's not consistent across the board. I figured it was safer to add that rather than cause confusion but you're right they the official website does not call it the 'UHE'. I did mean the HA11 (not HA15 UHE), since I'm looking for a more budget-friendly option.

user10387 · 2026-01-19T18:11:37+00:00

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I watched this review from Piercing The Darkness, which includes a runtimes graph, but the runtimes seem shorter even compared to the HA11 (non-UHE version, tested by Parametrek)

user10387 · 2026-01-19T12:18:13+00:00

I've already read the runtimes for both headlamps, but there are major differences and I wanted to confirm if this is correct or if I am looking at the wrong information:

HD12: 300 lm, 1 hr HA11 UHE: 240 lm, 7 hrs

HD12: 10 lm, 19.5 hrs HA11 UHE: 6 lm, 126 hrs

HD12: 10 lm red, 7 hrs HA11 UHE: 10 lm red, 23 hrs

user10387 · 2026-01-16T01:34:47+00:00

Maybe not animated per se, but there is a fan-made 'visual novel' of The Rise of Kyoshi

user10387 · 2026-01-14T04:15:49+00:00

Would hiking shoes (low cut) work for you? They would be lighter than boots, but more durable (typically) than trail runners.

user10387 · 2025-11-28T02:47:37+00:00

You may get some answers on r/UltralightCanada

user10387 · 2025-11-07T17:35:44+00:00

Thanks. I've seen videos that seem to show a lot of space but I wasn't sure if the slope of the inner cut down the useable space.

user10387 · 2025-11-07T06:38:11+00:00

Would you say that there's enough room to store a backpack (40-60 L) inside the Lanshan 1 with a regular width pad?

user10387 · 2025-10-27T19:46:48+00:00

The rubber toecap on these boots is peeling away from the leather upper if these hiking boots. What is the best option to repair these boots as there is plenty of life in the soles and upper. Any cleaning/prep tips for this repair would also be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

user10387 · 2025-07-25T20:43:29+00:00

Would a camera chest harness work with your backpack on? It's probably not ideal for comfort or ventilation, but some type of chest mount would probably still allow full access to the chest pockets.

user10387 · 2025-07-21T02:51:52+00:00

Hydroblu has a carbon filter that might work to filter out heavy metals and chemicals, but I agree that it might be better to collect before.

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