Rather than have a meltdown due to being the ONLY caregiver for two demented parents and one bipolar adult and one suicidal adult, I have decided to start backpacking again...primarily overnights just...just long enough to get a bit of peace and quiet.

So...I've been reading here and love the idea of "lightpacking."

I'm starting from scratch since the gear I have now is 30 years old.

Anyone have any opinions about the Gregory Palisades backpack or the Eureka Solo Spitfire tent? I've found them both on Craigslist.

Thanks.

(female, 57 y/o, 5'6", a tad overweight but quite active)