My Lightweight Quest ......

[Madriverrob]

A few weeks ago I asked the community a question , “ How light is lightweight?” It prompted some helpful comment and advice and led me to begin researching and organising a lightweight pack for myself .

The lightweight concept has its origins with US through hikers and as a general rule of thumb dictates a packed weight of no more than 20lbs ( or 9.1kg) . This is known as the base weight and excludes consumables ( food water and fuel ).

My base weight is currently at 17lbs ( or 7.7kg).

Food weight is accepted at 1.5 lbs ( or 700g) .

1litre of water weighs 2.2lbs or ( 1kg) .

Firstly , my worn clothing ( not included in base weight ).

 

[Madriverrob]

And 72 hours food at less than 4lb (1900 g)

 

[Madriverrob]

All packed in 50 litre sack with room for food and water ......

 

[Bopdude]

Impressive mate, so that's you ready to rock and roll must pull me finger out

 

[Matt]

impressive

 

[WildWood1965]

Definitely something to aim for.

Thanks a lot for posting !

 

[Madriverrob]

Thanks guys , just noticed there is no picture of my cooking set up ....

Thanks to @Erbswurst for his extensive knowledge and advice .

 

[Madriverrob]

There are a few items duplicated, a few that might be a bit overweight , a few I might not actually need and I also have options to swap out a few items depending on weather and time of year , I can even include a tent ( omitting the tarp and bivvy) without busting the 20 lbs threshold .

My next challenge will be a 10 lbs ultralight overnight kit ............

 

[Erbswurst]

A fantastic collection!
Congratulations!

I discovered that 100 €, 800 cuin, 10*C Decathlon down bag a couple of weeks ago too. It is brand new on the market.

I would like to know how it works in combination with the bivi bags under different conditions.

Who produces that grass green dry bags?

 

[Madriverrob]

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A fantastic collection!
Congratulations!

I discovered that 100 €, 800 cuin, 10*C Decathlon down bag a couple of weeks ago too. It is brand new on the market.

I would like to know how it works in combination with the bivi bags under different conditions.

Who produces that grass green dry bags?

Thank you , your advice was invaluable .
I will be reviewing the Forclaz sleeping bag in due course , quality and finish appear good but as yet I’ve not slept out in it .

Dry bags are by exped .

 

[Erbswurst]

With pleasure, my dear!

Put a link to this thread in our other thread please! So we have everything connected and together!

And don't forget to show us pictures, how you use this equipment, like I did it in the thread "Wild Camping" with my stuff.

By the way: Last time I discovered, that the not storm resistant, grass green 20 € Decathlon Tent Arpenaz 2, fits vertikal exactly in your rucksack. With 2 kg weight (without pegs) it is a very interesting option for beginners. Not ultra light, but also not very heavy!

 

[jaffcat]

How have you found the Solognac pack? Has it worn well mate??, I have one but it's only been used for storage and the odd walk....

A few weeks ago I asked the community a question , “ How light is lightweight?” It prompted some helpful comment and advice and led me to begin researching and organising a lightweight pack for myself .

The lightweight concept has its origins with US through hikers and as a general rule of thumb dictates a packed weight of no more than 20lbs ( or 9.1kg) . This is known as the base weight and excludes consumables ( food water and fuel ).

My base weight is currently at 17lbs ( or 7.7kg).

Food weight is accepted at 1.5 lbs ( or 700g) .

1litre of water weighs 2.2lbs or ( 1kg) .

Firstly , my worn clothing ( not included in base weight ).

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[Madriverrob]

@jaffcat , it’s a great value pack , really useful with lighter weights but as your pack weight increase it becomes less comfortable.

It dosnt have any rigidity in the frame and a rudimentary hip belt , consequently all the weight is through the shoulders .....

 

[Bopdude]

@Madriverrob have you used that ULA pack yet ?

 

[jaffcat]

What about wear and tear mate, is it holding up ok.

 

[Madriverrob]

@Madriverrob have you used that ULA pack yet ?

No Al but I will , probs will be my summer overnight pack ......

 

[Madriverrob]

What about wear and tear mate, is it holding up ok.

No probs , sack is robust ......

 

[jaffcat]

No probs , sack is robust ......

Cool thanks mate, gonna make it my winter pack I think. I travel light anyway so should be good.

 

[Madriverrob]

Cool thanks mate, gonna make it my winter pack I think. I travel light anyway so should be good.

Don’t forget the pics .....

 

[Erbswurst]

The point you have to see, if you buy stuff from Decathlon and compare it with offers from the internet is, that the dealer is an incredible large shop.
You can find Decathlon in nearly every town in France and enough in the most countries.
They really have a warranty and IF YOU USE A CLIENT CARD YOU CAN CHANGE THE STUFF IN EVERY SHOP WITHOUT HAVING THE RECEIPT WITH YOU. YOU JUST NEED THIS CARD AND GO IN A DECATHLON SHOP.

I am not sure, but the warranty of the Trekking ruck sacks is 10 Years or some thing like that. But I don't know, how long it is for the Hunting ruck sack.

The main point is that is has to fit on your back. It is so light, because you can't change so much at the carry system.

I think, it is made for people between 175 and 185 cm. I think it fits the best to 180. But with 185 I can use it too.

I think, if you choose very light equipment it is a very good option. Especially if you look at the price.