I've actually gotten quite a few ideas from the extreme UL'ers, even though my choice is for a few more creature comforts. There is the problem with those of us who are older that we can't carry even moderately heavy packs any more, so we have to cut the weight way back. Let's not diss the "SUL" folk too much; their innovations have made life more comfortable for the rest of us, even if we consider sub-5-lb. packs too extreme!

I agree about the quality of miles hiked; I'm out there for the beauty and peace, not for making it from (courtesy of the late Harvey Manning) Bug Bog to Blister Pass in 4 hours flat! I'd never make a throughhiker--there is just too much to enjoy along the way!


Edited by OregonMouse (04/14/10 02:18 PM)
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