I've been getting more and more enamored by how lightly the ultralight hikers travel, so I've decided to switch. I've been slowly switching my "big 3", and have so far replaced my tents, sleeping bag and backpack, with the latest item being the Mariposa Plus Ultralight backpack from Gossamer Gear; I asked for it for Christmas. :)
That's almost a 50% reduction in weight! I can't wait to try them all out, together. How much does your "big three" weigh? Share in the comments!
Here is how much my old gear weighed:
| Category | Item | Model | Weight (lbs) |
| Shelter and Sleeping System | Tent | Unknown | 6.8 |
| Shelter and Sleeping System | Sleeping Bag | Eddie Bauer 30-50 w/ Comfort Shell | 6 |
| Packing | Backpack | Kelty 75? | ~4 |
| TOTAL WEIGHT | 12.8 |
Here is the weight of my new gear:
| Category | Item | Model |
Weight (lbs)
|
| Shelter + Sleep System | Tent | Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 | 2.625 |
| Shelter + Sleep System | Sleeping Bag | North Face Women's Cat's Meow 20 deg | 2.625 |
| Packing | Backpack | Gossamer Gear Mariposa Plus Ultralight | 1.39375 |
| TOTAL WEIGHT | 6.6 |
That's almost a 50% reduction in weight! I can't wait to try them all out, together. How much does your "big three" weigh? Share in the comments!
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