Category Archives: Gear

What’s Cheaper, Lighter and More Breathable than an E-Bivy? My MYoG Tyvek Bivy

Posted on July 14, 2010 by hamilton

As I’ve noted before, becoming a light-weight hiker can be a rather expensive process (and a lengthy one if you want something from MLD). I am on a budget and a schedule, so I’ve had to be a bit creative. After … Continue reading →

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How Many Dollars per Ounce does it Cost to Lighten Your Pack?

Posted on June 23, 2010 by hamilton

Tight on cash but still want to reduce your pack weight? Me too. Most ask where in their pack they can reduce the most weight the quickest. I’ve had to calculated where I can reduce it the cheapest. Disclaimer: I … Continue reading →

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Gimme Shelter

Posted on June 4, 2010 by hamilton

I’ve got the pack. The bag is good enough. I made the stove. Runners? Check. But where to sleep…. Constraints on the choice: Yari-ga-take campsite: exposed ridge at over 3000m, lots of wind. Camping below 500m, in the woods, near roads, … Continue reading →

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Shelter and Personality

Posted on June 1, 2010 by hamilton

From the beginning I decided to aspire to lightweight on my hike.  Besides the practical benefits, ‘going lightweight’ says something about me. I’ll leave what up to you. As I sort through my shelter options I now find myself entertaining all sorts … Continue reading →

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