[at-l] Base Weights - Survey?

[Raphael Bustin]

At 11:01 PM 9/22/2006 -0400, Gary T. wrote:

>What have you tried? In what way disastrous? There are internal frame 
>packs and there are internal frame packs


None of the ultralite sil-nylon models -- yet.

Years ago, a MountainSmith "FrostFire."  Even heavier than the Camp Trails, 
IIRC.
I managed to return it to REI.  More recently (on last year's section) some 
basic
model from REI, about 4 lbs. (like the Camp Trails.)  Back pains for most 
of that
hike, and nasty welts and such...


>You still don't need 4 pounds of tent. Go Internet shopping! Or learn to 
>sew - it's not that hard if you don't worry too much about pretty.

3 lbs 5 oz.  Like I said, the Gossamer was something like
2 lbs 13 oz... I've "knowingly" added 8 oz. here to gain a little room.
What do you suggest that's quick and light and comparably roomy?


>Well then, at least come up with something better than a 1 pound + water 
>filter.


Indeed, I'll have a look.  I noticed MSR's "Sweetwater" is 8 oz. lighter.


rafe b
aka terrapin


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