Camping and Backpacking GEAR thread

Love these. I have TWO!

 

I'm really struggling over what shelter to get . . . ha

Anyone have any winter trips planned? I don't do below freezing anymore, but it's always fun to hear about other peeps doing it.

 

Ultralight Poop Shovel for whoever is interested.


http://thetentlab.com/Deuce/orderDeuce.html

 

Ooooo....limited edition copper color too.

 

When I first got into backpacking someone had to talk me out of getting a 75 liter pack, I ended up getting a 50 and now a few years later I'm looking at 35 liter packs. With my 50 everything ends up weighing in around 33 lbs for five days and I'm not ultralight. I have tons of room left over in a 50L.

 

My 50 (47) is pretty hard to fill. Always partially empty. I need to downsize as well.

 

Purple Pooper Scooper !!! FTW

 

That's a cool piece, especially for gear nerds like us. You can bury poop with style. Turd swagger. Whatever.

For the lazy and economical types, here's what I carry:

$3 Trowel

http://www.amazon.com/Coghlans-8408-Backpackers-Trowel/dp/B000BS05Z6
$2.81, with free shipping. Better handle, and just as light. Just not as durable or as cool.

 

I have one of these that I bought way back in my cub scout days that's still going strong. Weighs a little more, but not enough for me to justify replacing it.

$10 SE 8-7/8" Stainless Steel Mini Folding Trowel with Nylon Pouch - 5-5/8" Folded Length, Durable and Lightweight for Camping, Gardening, Outdoor Activities - 8794SP

http://www.amazon.com/SE-8794SP-Sta...qid=1449260125&sr=8-1&keywords=folding+trowel

 

I aspire to be as efficient with pack weight for a 5+ day trip as you, sir. Well done. I pack a 55L pretty full, and I don't attach anything to the outside of it (I like pack covers to fit). With some streamlining to my gear done after the last Yosemite hike, I'm thinking that I won't be getting a 80-90L after all. Hell, a 35L just might be the new goal (unless I have to carry a frigging bear canister again)

 

I've got 2 coming up. One's a winter desert campout, so no snow to contend with at the altitude we'll be at. Just really cold nights out in the open. In January, we're doing the snow trip. I've got the RTT, and my two friends have tent cots, but one of my friends is going hammock and has made an underquilt that he wants to test out.

 

The Tentlab Deuce of Spades Backpacking Trowel - Assorted

http://www.amazon.com/TentLab-Spades-Trowel-Assort-DOS-FCM25/dp/B00UTK5HJ0
$16.70 on Amazon, free shipping. If you want the purple one.

 

...you've got a 1-in-8 chance.
That's a link to an 'assorted colors' sale.

 

Picked up this one at rei a couple years ago (clear color).
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0037..._UL100_SR100,100_&refRID=0YV8FQ7DS713WVMKMSXF
As I was pulling off the rack, guy told me that they originally called it an "i-poop" but apple filed an injunction so they changed the name. Not sure if I believe him but memorable nonetheless.

First post in the thread and it's about poop shovels...

 

I'm totally green and was raised city... I've been looking to finally get my kids and wife into the outdoors... and stumbling upon this post has made me very happy. I plan on looking through this with glee!

 

Hide your wallet, dude.

Welcome to the thread!

 

LoL - between my new truck and now this... money has become liquid... but happiness has increased.

 

True. I was reading reviews and someone got the "copper" limited edition color. Seems like a "crap shoot" when you order.

 

My base weight right now is right between the 12-15 lb mark depending on the trip.

50 L is a good size for most peeps willing to get a small shelter and sleeping system.

30-40L is more for those more dedicated to the SUL life. Ha