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Am on the look for a new sleeping system:D after spending a few nights here and there in a hammock a was thinking on trying the ground for a change, I came across the snugpak stratosphere and it it looks right up my ally......has anyone had one ? All advice welcome :thumbsup:
 
No idea on that system mate but I put down a cheap 1 quid tarp, then a cheap reflective (car windscreen) sheet then a 20 quid Inflatable mat. If needed I'll use my bivvy bag and whatever sleeping bag I'm using. Had the hoofing big one last night but I probably didn't need it. Another option is something like the softie suit, it's a breeks and jacket 2 season (at a guess) outfit that you can wear in whatever system you're using.
 
A should have popped up and seen your system mate.... that huff wee done in (wasn’t really that far ) and the gear I took is making me re-think a few things lol. a like being closed off when I sleep so the stratosphere is appealing to me. Still am willing to try out a few systems lol. Plus am looking to extend to a few nights out next year. So it’s a few more shiny shiny’s. Was looking at the meth’s burners to but am staying with the fire for now (creature of habit) or determination or just stupidity :lol:. Will be making fire biscuits tho.
 
Always next time mate. I keep it pretty simple and the big difference is the air mat although as I was on a slope last night it banana skinned away at some point.

As for the cooking, whatever works bro, loads of options.
 
Just been watching a You Tube review on this...… and I thought that looks neat...….but then as I was watching, and don't shoot me down if I've missed the point somewhere........but the French Army(cotton) pup tent is about 1/5th the price, ALMOST as small packed, and has room for your kit under cover as well??o_O

I've always thought of my F1 as a glorified bivvy anyway....................
 
Just watching a vid of that set up, you've already got a tarp and a sleeping bag, why spunk the cash when you have the basic bits of cover and toastiness.
 
Ark79 said:
Am on the look for a new sleeping system:D after spending a few nights here and there in a hammock a was thinking on trying the ground for a change, I came across the snugpak stratosphere and it it looks right up my ally......has anyone had one ? All advice welcome :thumbsup:
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Hi Mark.

The "Snugpack Ionosphere" looks like a useful bit of kit in the same kind of vein and similar design......but more of a tent.....more freedom.
Its only a 3 season shelter.....but with the use of your tarp as well in the Winter weather to block out the wind would help.
Lightweight and compact.......and plenty of space for a matt of some sorts on the floor......easy pitch and pack.
Get the tarp up first if it's raining/snowing and pitch under cover.
Able to store your boots inside as well as other kit.
One of the gripes (there are always a few no matter what) is that there is no mesh pouch to store a light :rolleyes:
Would not take much to stitch one on.

Just a thought mate.....well you did ask :whistle: :) :D


 
@1 shot willie
A like the look of that bill:thumbsup: am being an indecisive bugger at the moment lol.....can’t make my mind up what I want:thumbsdown:.... the lad in the video is pretty precise and sells it well. A think your right tho... the tarp above it would help a lot and with the size of the lonosphere would give me a sizeable admin area...also like the idea of warmer weather I can leave the top sheet of. Still at that price it’s not to far away from the gobi 3:lol: a will get there in the end:lol:

I also like the Hammock :rofl: another decision! Do I beef up the hammock and stick with it or do I try the ground dwelling lol..
 
If you're going to try ground dwelling, why not start with something real cheap first?
 
Pic 1 -polish lavvu-cheapish (prices climbing stupidly) £70 with optional "admin" area on current prices? (£50 ish otherwise)
Pros: fairly cheap, amazingly versatile, absolutely bombproof, totally effective.
Cons: a bit weighty/bulky for size if back packing
Pic 2 -french f1 pup tent in cotton- dirt cheap, about £30-£40 on current prices, can add a cheap tarp too for admin?
Pros: dirt cheap and effective. compact and fairly light (cotton versions only, polyester ones leak)
Cons: can't really think of any in this context? (don't bother with polyester version)

If you don't like ground dwelling then no expense (will sell readily) wasted? And if you do....same!! :thumbsup:
 

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G1ZmO said:
To save pack weight next time I think I'll go ground dwelling if I have a bit of a walk in. Without the hammock and under-blanket I'd save 2.6kg. Though I might be tempted to go bigger on the tarp to provide more shelter.
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Ever bright and speedy as I am....I've just noticed your U toob link :eek: :rofl: ….yay! WOW!!! and subscribed.....going to have a good long look see!!!
 
Mark, for the next catch up I can bring the lavvu and you can have a nose if you like.
 
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@1 shot willie
A like the look of that bill:thumbsup: am being an indecisive bugger at the moment lol.....can’t make my mind up what I want:thumbsdown:.... the lad in the video is pretty precise and sells it well. A think your right tho... the tarp above it would help a lot and with the size of the lonosphere would give me a sizeable admin area...also like the idea of warmer weather I can leave the top sheet of. Still at that price it’s not to far away from the gobi 3:lol: a will get there in the end:lol:

I also like the Hammock :rofl: another decision! Do I beef up the hammock and stick with it or do I try the ground dwelling lol..
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Aghh sorry mate..... I thought you had set your heart on a bivi of sorts.
Keep looking mate you will find the right set up in the end.
 
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Aghh sorry mate..... I thought you had set your heart on a bivi of sorts.
Keep looking mate you will find the right set up in the end.
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It’s all good mate am open to suggestions
A think it will be trial and error buddy. A do like that one over the stratosphere tho.
 
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