@ck180ck180 I currently don't use the Big Agnes footprint. However, all of the areas I've pitched the tent in are "soft" (grass, pine forests, dirt, etc). Given that the floor is somewhat thinner than the more rugged (and heavier) tents like the MSR tents, if I were to pitch it on rougher ground, especially rocky areas, I'd probably opt to use the footprint.
@lewigas I definitely think so. For me, the key will probably be getting a slightly smaller / more compressable sleeping bag. That's the biggest single space hog in the pack. But even with the current bag, I'm finding that I have some spare room in the 58 model, so I may even be able to use the current bag. However, in the big picture, the 46 is only 3 ounces lighter than the 58.
I like your gear and it deffinitely is a light weigh set up. However, you can go lighter, as you explained, but, at a much cheaper cost. Lightweight & ultralightweight backpacking does not have to cost much more than a hundred dollars and be perfectly safe and comfortable. See the two part series of, intensanglers on this subject and what he carries. They are some of his first videos. Love what you doing here. Thanks.
@rainbowhiker Thanks for the feedback! You are definitly right. I need to do a video on "then and now" from an equipment perspective. I've gone through a variety of much lesser expensive, "DIY", series of equipment, so this video kind of gives a skewed perspective on the potential cost of light weight, since it only shows the more expensive equipment. But, as you note, there are a LOT of great inexpensive options out there. Thanks!
Awesome video! Great to see another Aggie that is out enjoying the outdoors. I see that you live in Spring meaning you must visit the REI in Willowbrook. I work there in the footwear section. You should drop in sometime and say hi!
@andrew416z Thanks for watching! Yes, it's really great to have that REI so close. Coming in soon to pick up one of the new ThermaRest NeoAir All-Season pads. Have really loved my current NeoAir, and the new All-Season version looks fantastic!
@BackpackersReview Thanks for the feedback! For those watching my vids, I recommend checking out BackpackersReview channel. Highly informative, professionally produced.
I have a couple of bags. One is a Marmot Never Summer 0 degree bag. The other is a Mountain Hardware 40 degree bag. Both weigh in at 3+ pounds. Both are down bags. I like down because it packs better. Both ran $200 or less. But if I were willing to drop $400+, there are some really light, cold weather down bags. I'm a big fan of all the Marmot series like Plasma, Lithium, Helium, Hydrogen. Most all are well below 2 pounds.
@leitchz10 Check out their entire lineup of the Osprey Exos. They've got a 34, a 42, and the 58 (like mine), plus there are frame size choices as well in Small, Medium and Large. So you can really tailor the right pack for you.
do you use the Big Agnes tent footprint with the Big Agnes tent or is it even necessary?
ck180ck180 1 month ago
@ck180ck180 I currently don't use the Big Agnes footprint. However, all of the areas I've pitched the tent in are "soft" (grass, pine forests, dirt, etc). Given that the floor is somewhat thinner than the more rugged (and heavier) tents like the MSR tents, if I were to pitch it on rougher ground, especially rocky areas, I'd probably opt to use the footprint.
upupaepops 1 month ago
Do you think that you could get away with an exos 46 instead of the 58 model to carry your 15/17 pound set up? Cheers and thanks for the information.
lewigas 1 month ago
@lewigas I definitely think so. For me, the key will probably be getting a slightly smaller / more compressable sleeping bag. That's the biggest single space hog in the pack. But even with the current bag, I'm finding that I have some spare room in the 58 model, so I may even be able to use the current bag. However, in the big picture, the 46 is only 3 ounces lighter than the 58.
upupaepops 1 month ago
I like your gear and it deffinitely is a light weigh set up. However, you can go lighter, as you explained, but, at a much cheaper cost. Lightweight & ultralightweight backpacking does not have to cost much more than a hundred dollars and be perfectly safe and comfortable. See the two part series of, intensanglers on this subject and what he carries. They are some of his first videos. Love what you doing here. Thanks.
rainbowhiker 1 month ago
@rainbowhiker Thanks for the feedback! You are definitly right. I need to do a video on "then and now" from an equipment perspective. I've gone through a variety of much lesser expensive, "DIY", series of equipment, so this video kind of gives a skewed perspective on the potential cost of light weight, since it only shows the more expensive equipment. But, as you note, there are a LOT of great inexpensive options out there. Thanks!
upupaepops 1 month ago
AGGIE DAD~
GREAT VIDEO
dongjin3558 3 months ago
@dongjin3558 Thanks for watching! On to the SEC :)
upupaepops 3 months ago
Awesome video! Great to see another Aggie that is out enjoying the outdoors. I see that you live in Spring meaning you must visit the REI in Willowbrook. I work there in the footwear section. You should drop in sometime and say hi!
andrew416z 3 months ago
@andrew416z Thanks for watching! Yes, it's really great to have that REI so close. Coming in soon to pick up one of the new ThermaRest NeoAir All-Season pads. Have really loved my current NeoAir, and the new All-Season version looks fantastic!
upupaepops 3 months ago
Thanks for sharing.... very nice job!
BackpackersReview 4 months ago
@BackpackersReview Thanks for the feedback! For those watching my vids, I recommend checking out BackpackersReview channel. Highly informative, professionally produced.
upupaepops 4 months ago
Good video man. We have some of the same gear. Have a fine day and GO SOONERS! ;O)
rowdybeaver33 4 months ago
@rowdybeaver33 Thanks for watching! Should be a great game on Nov 5, you guys are having a great season!
upupaepops 4 months ago
Great video!
bhuber12 6 months ago
good info! thanks
souldude1000 7 months ago
I have a couple of bags. One is a Marmot Never Summer 0 degree bag. The other is a Mountain Hardware 40 degree bag. Both weigh in at 3+ pounds. Both are down bags. I like down because it packs better. Both ran $200 or less. But if I were willing to drop $400+, there are some really light, cold weather down bags. I'm a big fan of all the Marmot series like Plasma, Lithium, Helium, Hydrogen. Most all are well below 2 pounds.
upupaepops 7 months ago
What sleeping bag do you carry? What do you recommend for winter camping?
txhillcountry65 7 months ago
Thanks for the info on the pack. Considering one of these for my AT hike next spring.
leitchz10 7 months ago
@leitchz10 Check out their entire lineup of the Osprey Exos. They've got a 34, a 42, and the 58 (like mine), plus there are frame size choices as well in Small, Medium and Large. So you can really tailor the right pack for you.
I'm 5'10" and I have the Large frame.
upupaepops 7 months ago