[pct-l] Newbir questions....

[jomike at cot.net]

Hey Bill,

I have also wondered about being "sneered at" by ultra lighters, but I have 
decided that I really don't give a _______!  I like my tent.  It is small, 
lightweight and gives me a great sense of comfort every time I crawl into 
it.  I am older (47) and remember backpacking with 60 lb packs.  While I am 
grateful for all the new technology, have learned a lot from the ultra light 
approach, and brought my top weight down to around 30lbs - I think you 
should feel free to carry what works best for you.

HYOH and enjoy the gift of backpacking without worrying about what others 
may think of you or your gear.  It seems a bit counterproductive to feel 
pressured to purchase all the newest gear when one of the great things about 
being on the trail is the opportunity to step away from our consumer 
oriented, frenetically paced, keep up with the next person culture.  Just my 
thoughts!

Kelly Cohoe

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Good one, thanks for the post. And by the way, at 61 I'm still told I'm not THAT old!

Since I am quite over weight at this point in my life, I am very shy and self conscious. Your post made for good medicine for me.

are we there yet