Pack Weight...
I already have a pretty compact kit, and all but my MSS fits inside a Condor Buttpack leaving the main compartment empty for items such as extra clothing or some food. However, I am always on the look out for ways to further reduce pack weight and bulk.
I am aware that I could save myself weight by replacing my MSS with a lighter, more compact sleeping bag, but I feel that the diversity of the MSS justifies itself. In the summer months, I can take the bivy bag and pncho liner. In the spring, The Bivy and the Green bag. Early fall I can use the bivy and the black bag. In the winter I can use the bivy with the green and black bags and use the poncho liner as an underquilt for my hammock.
In the winter season, it's obvious that more gear is required, which would require more space than the Condor Buttpack can provide. Because of the molle system on the buttpack, however, I can attach it to the bottom of my '82 Pattern Rucksack. This allows me to keep my primary kit contained in the buttpack all 4 seasons, and then place any additional (seasonal) equipment/clothing needed into the rucksack.
I have, in the past, made use of a pulk system, and I found it to be more of a hinderance than a blessing. Perhaps this is just due to the fact that I camp lighter than many others. Even in the winter season, I don't feel my pack weight justifies the use of a pulk.
Perhaps reducing pack weight isn't for everyone. Some people feel it is of great importance to take every rediculous piece of gear and gadget available on the market. Not surprisingly, many of these people also seem to be under the belief that staying in a "camper" or motorhome is "Camping".
If you are one of those, who would rather ADD more absurd gear, perhaps you will find the following product of great value.
If, however, you have learned that less gear generally equals greater enjoyment, perhaps you will find this product as absurd as I do, and have a little chuckle.
Enjoy....
