nube gear ?

**roughneck** · 09-14-2013, 20:56

So I haven't backpacked in 15 years and the gears changed a lot. I'm starting g to get ready for a trip next spring and decided to go with a hammock. This is what I've have so far and what I plan on taking, Any info or recommendations would be appreciation expecially on the small things I would need. Thx
(Have)
Osprey exos 58 pack
Dream hammocks Thunderbird # 569 10' at. 2.34 ilbs
Emberlit ti stove
Evernew ti cook set

(Need)
Ugq winters dream 12' tarp
Ugq 40° tq
Ugq 20° uq
DIY Alcohol stove
Msr folding spork
DIY pie pan lid & pot insulator
Ti nail stakes

**Bubba** · 09-14-2013, 21:18

Right off the bat that's a great start IMO. It looks like you're not expecting too low temps.

Are you planning on mostly burning wood for cooking? May I suggest you bring a small alcohol stove to use for those times you are too lazy to bother with wood. It also doesn't hurt to have it as a back up as well.

**roughneck** · 09-14-2013, 21:22

Dont plan on going out under 20° or so. Alcohol stove I forgot to put that up thx for the reminder. As these great ideas come I'll add them to my list.

**Bubba** · 09-14-2013, 21:36

What kind of weather will you be hiking in. I'm guessing lots of sun and wind? Have you considered an ultralight umbrella like the ones offered by Golite? It would seem to be to be a great piece of gear if you are exposed to a lot of sun. Obviously its good for rain. I brought one on a recent trip to try it out because I find I get wet under my rain gear anyways regardless of how breathable it is. I couldn't get a really good test of it but it did come in handy a couple of times especially when I had to answer natures call.

**roughneck** · 09-14-2013, 21:49

I live in Texas but plan on hiking in Colorado and Arkansas, fall and spring mainly but wanted to be prepared because the weather here can turn at the drop of a hat. I'll have to check the umbrella out thx.

**lostagain** · 09-14-2013, 23:10

Welcome to the forum! There's a couple of us here in the DFW area. We should all hook up sometime.

The gear list you've got so far looks great.

for other small stuff, why not post what you have in the way of that right now. I.e. spork/eating utensils, cozies, cooking utensils, FAK, etc. That'll help us make better suggestions.

**roughneck** · 09-14-2013, 23:38

It would be great to get together with some experienced hangers. This is where I'm @ so far haven't ordered the tq/uq yet not sure on what temp rating I need. I plan on trying to hash that out this week when I get back on town.