![]() Trail Specific Subs /r/PacificCrestTrail /r/AppalachianTrail /r/CDT /r/JMT Related Subsįor buying, selling, and trading ultralight backpacking gear. Weekly Thread - View only the Weekly Discussion threads.īest Of The Sub - View only the "best of" threads. Trails - View only trail related threads. Join us and ask yourself the question: Do I really need that? Subreddit Rules Resources /r/Ultralight's Wiki Knowledge Base Ultralight Gear Vendor List Ultralight and Ultra-cheap Gear List Common /r/Ultralight Abbreviations Leave No Trace Principles Itn'l Gear/Food Substitutions Pack Weight Tools How To Ask For A Pack Shakedown Lighterpack /r/Ultralight Crowd-Sourced Databases Weight Submission Form View The Gear Database! Pack List Database Subreddit Filters A well-rested backpacker is a happy and efficient backpacker.R/Ultralight is the largest online Ultralight Backcountry Backpacking community! This sub is about overnight backcountry backpacking, with a focus on moving efficiently, packing light, and generally aiming at a sub 10 pound base weight. While it’s important to minimize weight for long treks, you should not do so at the expense of a good night’s sleep. The weight of your backpacking pad should be considered alongside other factors such as its R-value (a measure of insulation), thickness, packability, and of course, your personal comfort preferences. ![]() The AB has vertical partitions making it rather rounded, making it seem more 'tuby' on my back. The modded pad was thicker at around 2.5'. The modded NightLite carries 25 pounds comfortably. Due to a fire mishap with my alcohol stove, I burned up my Neo Air (9oz) mid-way through Colorado. Easy to setup Fully enclosed Affordable REASONS TO AVOID Heavier Design not quite as wind stable as double vestibule options Updates to The One A few small changes have been added to this lightweight, single person tarp tent that has held our Top Pick award for a few years now. walls and a floor plan thats wide enough to accommodate 25 wide sleeping pads. Sleeping Pad Sleeping Pads: Neo-Air Short, Ridgerest, Gossamer Gear Air Beam My sleeping pad is a good example of a piece of gear that was switched out multiple times during my hike. Overall it carries 15 pounds OK, but no more. 00 DealBang Camping Gear and Equipment,Compact Camping Light Bulbs,LED. On the heavier end of the spectrum, you have the Exped DownMat Winterlite (1 lb 0.8 oz), Klymit Static V2 (1 lb 0.3 oz), and Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite SV (1 lb)1. The pad was 5.8oz before taping it back together, 9.2oz after all the duct tape. Lightweight options include the Klymit Inertia X Frame (9.1 oz), Gossamer Gear Airbeam (10.1 oz), and the Exped AirMat Hyperlite (10.8 oz). ![]() ![]() The weight of your backpacking pad can vary, but it’s generally desirable to find a balance between comfort, insulation, and weight.īased on a range of popular models, full-length sleeping pads can weigh anywhere from around 9 ounces to just over a pound. A backpacking pad, also known as a sleeping pad, is a crucial piece of gear that offers comfort and insulation during your overnight stays in the wilderness. 81 OVERALL SCORE RANKED 2 of 12 Weight-to-Volume Ratio - 35 7.0 Comfort to Carry - 25 10.0 Features - 20 7.0 Adaptability - 10 8.0 Durability - 10 9.0 RELATED: Best Ultralight Backpack of 2023 Our Verdict The Gossamer Gear Gorilla is an excellent ultralight backpack.
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