re: Should I rent or buy equipment for my first backpacking/camping trip?

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That crap is just so expensive.

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I get half off at Mountain Hardwear and I appreciate it everyday. It has saved me a lot.

I've got the ghost whisperer down puffy and I love it. Weighs basically nothing. Not a true winter coat but can wear it over a fleece on the mountain and be warm. Or under my winter coat and be in very low temps.