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FRC gear review 3: I wrote about taking the BD Alpenglow sun hoodie https://mountains.social/@ysb33r/112132350982190407, so how did it do in the FRC? Bloody marvellous, old chap!
I never got sun-burnt. Some days I only put sunscreen on my face. When the sun was from behind I pulled the hood over to protect my neck. Many days it was the only thing I wore as a top.
It's not odor-proof though - it built up a stink over those hot days!
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Loading up the Osprey Transporter Duffel roller with the bulky equipment before flying out.
That roller bag contains two Osprey backpacks, hydration bladders, trekking poles, one umbrella, a collection of drybags, eating/drinking utensils, water filters, tent, quilt, and some other minor items.
I have used this duffel roller on various airline trips to skiing & hiking destinations. It hauls gear through airports without resistance and is stable on the two wheels.
https://www.osprey.com/gb/osprey-rolling-transporter-120-2021#color=Venturi%2520Blue
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Loading up the Osprey Transporter Duffel roller with the bulky equipment before flying out.
That roller bag contains two Osprey backpacks, hydration bladders, trekking poles, one umbrella, a collection of drybags, eating/drinking utensils, water filters, tent, quilt, and some other minor items.
I have used this duffel roller on various airline trips to skiing & hiking destinations. It hauls gear through airports without resistance and is stable on the two wheels.
https://www.osprey.com/gb/osprey-rolling-transporter-120-2021#color=Venturi%2520Blue
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Finally got to try my new BD Alpenglow Pro hoodie on. The material is really soft and it is easy to roll it up small. Should be easy to stuff it into one of those stretch back pockets on an Osprey backpack.
I do suspect it will suffer some eventual damage due to being used with a backpack, but time will tell.
The hoodie seems to work well worn under a hat, or over a baseball-type cap. I also tested with wearing buff underneath it and over it (balaclava-style). Definitely a lot of versatility here.
Besides a sun hoodie, the idea is to use it as a 2nd baselayer. I am used to wearing a long sleeve base layer, with a T-shirt over it (or under it). Now the Alpenglow can fulfill the role of the long-sleeve baselayer.
https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/product/alpenglow-pro-hoody-mens/
#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #Drakensberg #hiking #blackdiamond
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I don't need a tent for the FRC as we'll be sleeping in the open (98% probability). I do need one for camping one night prior to crossing the border into Namibia.
I do need a tent for my Drakensberg trip. In 2022 I used a Nemo Hornet 2P and in 2023 teice a Vango Nitro 2+. This time I am taking a Durston XMid Solid 2P.
The Nemo Hornet is too narrow a cut and allows water to run inside when unzipping the fly. The Nitro (now superceded by the Xenon) is a great tunnel tent. Great for basecamping and windy conditions, but I handed it down to one of the kids for their mountain adventures.
The XMid is lightweight, simple to pitch and pretty decent in the wind. I can use it as a solo tent or share with someone.
- https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-2-solid
- https://www.thegreatoutdoorsmag.com/review/review-vango-f10-xenon-ul2-tent/
-#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #Drakensberg #tents #durstongear #hiking #nemoequipment
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I don't need a tent for the FRC as we'll be sleeping in the open (98% probability). I do need one for camping one night prior to crossing the border into Namibia.
I do need a tent for my Drakensberg trip. In 2022 I used a Nemo Hornet 2P and in 2023 twice a Vango Nitro 2+. This time I am taking a Durston XMid Solid 2P.
The Nemo Hornet is too narrow a cut and allows water to run inside when unzipping the fly. The Nitro (now superceded by the Xenon) is a great tunnel tent. Great for basecamping and windy conditions, but I handed it down to one of the kids for their mountain adventures.
The XMid is lightweight, simple to pitch and pretty decent in the wind. I can use it as a solo tent or share with someone.
- https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-2-solid
- https://www.thegreatoutdoorsmag.com/review/review-vango-f10-xenon-ul2-tent/
-#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #Drakensberg #tents #durstongear #hiking #nemoequipment
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Introducing "Consequences of Industrialization" AKA "Connie" from #FRC Team 2811 StormBots of Vancouver, WA. She'll be making her season debut tomorrow.
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Introducing "Consequences of Industrialization" AKA "Connie" from #FRC Team 2811 StormBots of Vancouver, WA. She'll be making her season debut tomorrow.
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Talking lightweight gaiters. I wore my Montane gaiters on tough mountain trips until they got holes. (It looks like the model I have is discontinued).
Then I managed to get some Dirty Girl gaiters based on good reviews. I love the feel and quality.
For the FRC though, I am going blind. I ordered a pair from South African brand AR Gaiters, which I'll pick up upon arrival.
None of these gaiters are waterproof, but I prefer the lightweight nature as opposed to waterproof as I am not walking in rain-soaked places like the UK.
All of f them use the approach of having a bit of velcro at the back of the shoe. From experience I say is not to rely on the glue of the velcro - use a stronger glue and let it dry before using the gaiters.
Onwards... in a couple of months I'll post my impression of the AR Gaiters.
- https://argaiters.co.za/products/argaiters-hiking
- https://dirtygirlgaiters.com (In Europe https://www.trekking-lite-store.com/Dirty-Girl-Gaiters-Spacin-Out.html )#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #hiking #argaiters #dirtygirlgaiters #gaiters #montane
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Talking lightweight gaiters. I wore my Montane gaiters on tough mountain trips until they got holes. (It looks like the model I have is discontinued).
Then I managed to get some Dirty Girl gaiters based on good reviews. I love the feel and quality.
For the FRC though, I am going blind. I ordered a pair from South African brand AR Gaiters, which I'll pick up upon arrival.
None of these gaiters are waterproof, but I prefer the lightweight nature as opposed to waterproof as I am not walking in rain-soaked places like the UK.
All of f them use the approach of having a bit of velcro at the back of the shoe. From experience I say is not to rely on the glue of the velcro - use a stronger glue and let it dry before using the gaiters.
Onwards... in a couple of months I'll post my impression of the AR Gaiters.
- https://argaiters.co.za/products/argaiters-hiking
- https://dirtygirlgaiters.com (In Europe https://www.trekking-lite-store.com/Dirty-Girl-Gaiters-Spacin-Out.html )#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #hiking #argaiters #dirtygirlgaiters #gaiters #montane
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Talking lightweight gaiters. I wore my Montane gaiters on tough mountain trips until they got holes. (It looks like the model I have is discontinued).
Then I managed to get some Dirty Girl gaiters based on good reviews. I love the feel and quality.
For the FRC though, I am going blind. I ordered a pair from South African brand AR Gaiters, which I'll pick up upon arrival.
None of these gaiters are waterproof, but I prefer the lightweight nature as opposed to waterproof as I am not walking in rain-soaked places like the UK.
All of f them use the approach of having a bit of velcro at the back of the shoe. From experience I say is not to rely on the glue of the velcro - use a stronger glue and let it dry before using the gaiters.
Onwards... in a couple of months I'll post my impression of the AR Gaiters.
- https://argaiters.co.za/products/argaiters-hiking
- https://dirtygirlgaiters.com (In Europe https://www.trekking-lite-store.com/Dirty-Girl-Gaiters-Spacin-Out.html )#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #hiking #argaiters #dirtygirlgaiters #gaiters #montane
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Talking lightweight gaiters. I wore my Montane gaiters on tough mountain trips until they got holes. (It looks like the model I have is discontinued).
Then I managed to get some Dirty Girl gaiters based on good reviews. I love the feel and quality.
For the FRC though, I am going blind. I ordered a pair from South African brand AR Gaiters, which I'll pick up upon arrival.
None of these gaiters are waterproof, but I prefer the lightweight nature as opposed to waterproof as I am not walking in rain-soaked places like the UK.
All of f them use the approach of having a bit of velcro at the back of the shoe. From experience I say is not to rely on the glue of the velcro - use a stronger glue and let it dry before using the gaiters.
Onwards... in a couple of months I'll post my impression of the AR Gaiters.
- https://argaiters.co.za/products/argaiters-hiking
- https://dirtygirlgaiters.com (In Europe https://www.trekking-lite-store.com/Dirty-Girl-Gaiters-Spacin-Out.html )#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #hiking #argaiters #dirtygirlgaiters #gaiters #montane
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Talking lightweight gaiters. I wore my Montane gaiters on tough mountain trips until they got holes. (It looks like the model I have is discontinued).
Then I managed to get some Dirty Girl gaiters based on good reviews. I love the feel and quality.
For the FRC though, I am going blind. I ordered a pair from South African brand AR Gaiters, which I'll pick up upon arrival.
None of these gaiters are waterproof, but I prefer the lightweight nature as opposed to waterproof as I am not walking in rain-soaked places like the UK.
All of f them use the approach of having a bit of velcro at the back of the shoe. From experience I say is not to rely on the glue of the velcro - use a stronger glue and let it dry before using the gaiters.
Onwards... in a couple of months I'll post my impression of the AR Gaiters.
- https://argaiters.co.za/products/argaiters-hiking
- https://dirtygirlgaiters.com (In Europe https://www.trekking-lite-store.com/Dirty-Girl-Gaiters-Spacin-Out.html )#whatsinyourpack #frc2024 #hiking #argaiters #dirtygirlgaiters #gaiters #montane
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Not strictly in the pack, but very important - walking poles. The final decision has not been made and will probably only happen the day before, depending on the weather. If the forecast is some rain or wind (causing sandstorms) at night, then we'll need a tent and that means telescopic walking poles, (because we'll have a Durston X-Mid). Otherwise it will be ultralight fold-up poles.
Therefore the choice will be between Leki Ultratrail Fx.One or Leki Traveller Alu. I am a big fan of Leki poles and their glove system. I also prefer to use trail running or Nordic walking over traditional poles.
I am not sure sure how much I'll need poles on this trip. They might be useful on the steep descent into the canyon and with pack at its heaviest. There might some river crossings too - it will all depend on the water levels.
- https://www.leki.com/int/en/Ultratrail-FX.One/65225851115 (Ultratrail)
- https://www.leki.com/int/en/Traveller-Alu/65326011 (Traveller) -
This is inspired by @freeder23. As I am preparing for a trip to hike the Fish River Canyon in Namibia in May of this year, why not post a series about #whatsinyourpack about I am packing personally and some things that will be shared in our group.
The FRC is desert-style hiking, with the biggest challenges are water-management & temperature extremes.
Starting off, I am taking my Osprey LT Atmos 65 as the pack itself. This is non an ultralight - it weighs 1300g. However it is pretty resistant to abuse, and has multiple packing options. It is not as versatile as the Kestrel series from Osprey, but it is lighter.
Depending on the weather forecast closer to the time, I might forego taking the built-in rain cover.
As usual, I'll try to fit everything inside, but I might carry a mug and some soluble energy tablets on one of the stretch side pockets.
https://www.osprey.com/gb/osprey-atmos-ag-lt-65-s23#color=Night%2520Shift%252FScoria%2520Blue
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This is inspired by @freeder23. As I am preparing for a trip to hike the Fish River Canyon in Namibia in May of this year, why not post a series about #whatsinyourpack about I am packing personally and some things that will be shared in our group.
The FRC is desert-style hiking, with the biggest challenges being water-management & temperature extremes.
Starting off, I am taking my Osprey LT Atmos 65 as the pack itself. This is non an ultralight - it weighs 1300g. However it is pretty resistant to abuse, and has multiple packing options. It is not as versatile as the Kestrel series from Osprey, but it is lighter.
Depending on the weather forecast closer to the time, I might forego taking the built-in rain cover.
As usual, I'll try to fit everything inside, but I might carry a mug and some soluble energy tablets on one of the stretch side pockets.
https://www.osprey.com/gb/osprey-atmos-ag-lt-65-s23#color=Night%2520Shift%252FScoria%2520Blue