[pct-l] General Gear Questions

[montypct]

> I'm trying to compile some data. I have 3 questions. Feel free to answer
> or not.
>     1. base pack weight.
>        general 3-season, or thru hiking weight


Anywhere from 5 lbs to 20 lbs and up.


>     2. Tarp or tent
>        (Considering a tarptent to be a single-walled tent )
>        And if a tarp, then do you carry any bug protection.

I've used a tarp everywhere on the PCT but John Muir section of the PCT. 
Too many mosquitos.
Otherwise lots of Deet

Warner Springs Monty