The Big Four of Backpacking Mark Spitler Stephen Watkins 18 November 2007 Based on an original presentation and slide design by Tyler Cookson.

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The Big Four of Backpacking Mark Spitler Stephen Watkins 18 November 2007 Based on an original presentation and slide design by Tyler Cookson

What we’ll be talking about... ► Packs ► Sleeping Bags ► Boots ► Clothing & Raingear

2 Types of Packs 2 Types of Packs External Frame ► Cheaper ► Spaced from back  Cooler  Tolerates lumps  More freedom packing ► “Some gear outside ► More pockets Internal Frame ► Close to back  Hotter  Careful packing required ► Gear both inside & outside Trade-offs

Packs, con’t… Size ► Must be adequate for both personal and crew gear! ► Recommend Min. of 4500 cu in min ► Remember to try on many different packs

Sleeping Bags Mummy  Less room  Less to heat  Hooded  lighter Rectangular  More room  No hood  Heavier Buy the bag you will use year around

Ground Pads Closed-cell foam ► ► Water proof ► Cheap ► Lightest ► Indestructible ► Packs quickly Self-inflating ► More expensive ► Heavier ► Slightly more comfortable ► Adults prefer ¾ length ground pad suggested for Philmont

Boots & Socks Leather ► More expensive ► Careful break in ► Heavier Fabric & Leather ► Less expensive ► Not waterproof ► Lighter ► Minimal break-in Lightest boot capable of handling trails and loads you’ll have Remember your weight is going to be you plus your pack (Approx 50lbs)

Boots & Socks Fitting ► It’s the fit not the size ► Wear 2 pair socks- thin synthetic liner, midweight wool. ► No toe contact with front on incline ► Walk around- does it feel right?

STORM CONVERGENCE AT STATIC PEAK (ELEVATION 10,790 FEET) GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK WYOMING

PREPARING FOR THE STORM ON STATIC PEAK GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK WYOMING

WEATHERING THE STORM ON STATIC PEAK GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK WYOMING

THE MORNING AFTER ON STATIC PEAK GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK WYOMING

THE MORNING AFTER ON STATIC PEAK GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK WYOMING

Rain Gear Suggested: Two piece Rainsuit Objective- stay warm & dry Not worth it to go cheap Look for Nylon w/ Gortex Pack small Pants with side zips and/or boot zips

Clothing ► NO COTTON! ► Minimum requirement 50/50 blend ► Recommend nylon quick dry clothing

Closing Thoughts ► Price alone is not an indicator of quality equipment ► Buy the best you can afford ► Think practically--why do you want to buy this piece of equipment? ► Polypropylene or polypropylene and wool mix is preferred

Closing Thoughts ► Purchase a backpack that fits you now, not later--the issue is pain ► The fashion design for the backcountry is big, baggy and ugly ► The wilderness barks and bites; it’s bite is worse than it’s bark--don’t skimp on the rain gear

Closing Thoughts ► Buy boots that are comfortable and fit well--price is not the issue, the fit is

Contact Us Mark Spitler Stephen Watkins

Your Questions About... ► Packs ► Sleeping Bags ► Boots ► Clothing & Raingear