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re: Should I rent or buy equipment for my first backpacking/camping trip?
Posted on 5/15/14 at 3:37 pm to DosManos
Posted on 5/15/14 at 3:37 pm to DosManos
Would I be laughed out of the camping world if I showed up with a ruck sack?
Because that's what I bought at the army surplus for $20.
This "backpacking" thing is new to me. Camping has always been a side thing to going on a multi day hunting trip.
Because that's what I bought at the army surplus for $20.
This "backpacking" thing is new to me. Camping has always been a side thing to going on a multi day hunting trip.
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Posted on 5/15/14 at 3:45 pm to Clyde Tipton
Backpacking all depends in what your goals are. If you want to go 6 miles a day and spend more time in camp then heavier equipment may work. Heavy equipment needs a pack capable of toting it.
I can't carry more than 25 # in my pack. But most of my gear is really lightweight. But I enjoy covering more miles than spending time in camp.
Best purchase is a Sawyer Squeeze filter. $40 and will filter fast enough for ten people to use. Only 3ounces.
I can't carry more than 25 # in my pack. But most of my gear is really lightweight. But I enjoy covering more miles than spending time in camp.
Best purchase is a Sawyer Squeeze filter. $40 and will filter fast enough for ten people to use. Only 3ounces.
Posted on 5/15/14 at 3:46 pm to Clyde Tipton
You won't be laughed at, but you will be uncomfortable the whole time. There are plenty of backpacks out there for under $100 that are great starters. The one I use was only about $60, and I love it. It weighs a bit more than more expensive options but mine has adjustable straps and waist pad which is great since I am 6'4". I have cut off a lot of strap etc on it that I didn't use to cut weight. Now my base pack weight is about 15 lbs.
Posted on 5/15/14 at 3:48 pm to Clyde Tipton
I'll second the sawyer squeeze. It is awesome. It save a lot of water weight because now I just carry it and a regular plastic water bottle with me.
Also, as far as packs go. Don't get one with more storage capacity than you need, or you will be tempted to fill it up with nonessential items
Also, as far as packs go. Don't get one with more storage capacity than you need, or you will be tempted to fill it up with nonessential items
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