[pct-l] Base Pack weight

[Matt Thyer]

This is where the notion that ultra-light backpackers are all "evangelists"
starts to crumble.  In my experiences we ULBs are preaching to the
converted.  People who aren't interested in leaving their comforts at home
aren't interested in ULB weights.  And really, if looking at Steve's base
pack composition might help me save a couple of ounces here and there then
I'm interested.  If leaving the super mattress and espresso maker are
concepts which you're not willing to contemplate you probably wouldn't find
it all that interesting in the first place.

MT

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Steve McAllister
Sent: Monday, December 21, 2009 4:55 PM
To: Pacific Crest Trail List
Subject: Re: [pct-l] Base Pack weight

My opinions equals almost all light backpackers:

When people comment about my small pack weight, I just say "I need my
comforts".

If you are hiking 8 to 14 hours a day, it is much more comfortable and
enjoyable with a lighter pack.
How much comfort does heavy gear provide when your in camp? Not that much. I
would rather have the comfort when I am walking, because that is what you do
on a hike and that is when you really appreciate comfort.