I just packed my pants. It's nice having the fleece at the bottom of one leg and the rain gear at the bottom of the other for quick access.

It will be necessary to sew the waist shut and put everything in the zipper. There will need to be a divider between the top and bottom so things don't migrate. I'm thinking I'll just sew something in the space.

I'll probably sew a couple water bottle pockets on the front and keep the third one in the top in the back.

It feels like giving a 20 pound kid a piggy back ride, except it doesn't try to scratch your eyes out. It took about 30 seconds to get used to the legs in front. I'll tie them loosely together so they don't interfere with the trekking poles.

It's pretty comical when I sit it on my couch and put a pair of shoes below the feet. I can imagine the reaction if I sit it on a rock on the trail and someone comes by.

For now, the rain cover will just be a cheap rainsuit bottom.

There is plenty of room for everything. This weekend, I'll try to have a prototype made from old jeans.

It will be worth it just for the fun factor.