gearfag thread - post your new gear!

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>>645887
I picked up the same shovel, pretty light.

Any advice on updating this old frame I have, the original hip belt and straps were trash.

I assume you're W of the rockies? We're about to get that same system here in a couple hours.

>>645973
> W of Rocks

Assuming is appropriate.

Dave C has a video on A.L.I.C.E. frame mods worth wacthing, I fuger frame doesn't matter. This one is longer than A.L.I.C.E. with a far better hip belt. I may look into better sholder straps after some mileage.

Drilling holes for eyebolts or installing cleats for lash points.

Adding various Maxpedition/Blackhawk type modular bags and pouches for custom carry.

I'm thinking pool noodle or foam pipe insulation to pad the frame for strapping on a rifle or such.

My main focus is adaptability of carrying firewood to milk crates to giant drybag, strapping on a shovel, axe, snowshoes and rifle to Stanley Packer tote or cooler.

Tags are still one it, but you see my direction.

With better sholder straps, it could go up to 75#s + and still be comfy for 25 miles.

>>645981
One last thhing, people are replacing shit A.L.I.C.E. straps and belts with MOLLE straps and belts ("Hellcat" mod I think), you might look to milsurp stores or ebay for those or google img mod. for ideas.

>>645981
You and I are trying to make about the same thing then. Not sure how I want to strap a rifle yet, I'm not a big fan of most of the options. Vertical on a side looks like what I'll probably do. Pool noodle padding is a good idea.

Could someone recommend me a good sleeping bag and bed roll?

>>646118
I just put down $550 on the Serria Designs Backcountry Bed, 800 filll dry down, 20* F bag.

My cold weather backpacking bag at 2#s.

I'd call it a great bag due to features and design.

I already have the Big Agnes insulated Q-Core pad so comfy! That's about $200.

So your price range is pertainent.

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>>646118

Here ya go bud

>>645887
What are frame packs? How do they work exactly?

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5.11 RUSH 12 with 2 SORD XL Accessory pouches

>>646179
Those sleeping bags are a great way to get raped by a bear.

>>645887
You in Flagstaff, friend?

>>645973
Contact Kelty, they still sell replacement parts for the Trekker. Even if that's not a Kelty frame they should still work.

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>>646372
I did ):
Pic very related.

Anyone have a lead on what type of pack it is? I can get more photos and find the hobo bag it came with, but no logos or stitching that provides info actually on the bag.

>>646118
REI mummy bags will last until your children's children get their eagle scout.

>>646378
>good luck reviving it.
>cool piece of history


i read this as sarcasm and chuckled.

>>646378
Unfortunately, there were shit tons of manufacturers making tube frame packs in the 60s and 70s so without a label there's no way to tell who made it or if they're still in business.

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>>646378
I'm very skeptical of that answer. Pretty much all external frame packs of that period are rigged the same way.

Even the current production trekker uses pin and loop fastening to attach the harness.

You could have bought an actual pack for that price. Instead you have something completly useless. Congrats on being a big dummy

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>>646380
>>646388
>>646385
Thats how I took it too, I intend on picking a hip belt and shoulder straps up and making them work. I've heard good things about keltys customer service so I was a little confused by that reply.

Here's the only sticker I can find on it and I've tried all sorts of possible searches. Just missing something critical I think.

>>646410
Anon, contact an outfit in Seattle called Rainy Pass Repair. Send them a couple pics and ask if they know where to get parts.

>>646419
Thanks I'll check them out. I actually just saw a plug for them on SSD and was thinking about getting pit zips and a pocket on one of my shells.

You could have made an actual post for the time that post took. Instead you posted something completely usless. Congrats on being a big shitposter.

>>646365
> 12,600

Probibly.

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>>646533
Forgot pic.

>>646457
>how to spend $120 on a $20 pack

>>646711
True enough but if it works better and is more comfortable than my other pack it's well worth it. Probably could manage that with 40$ of molle parts and some sewing though.

>>646565
Did no one else notice the UFO or did no one care?

>>647735
I see helicopters every day so I just ignore nondescript stuff in the sky tbqh

>>647739
naaa nigga, aliens!

>>646339
nice gear mang

I really want someone to make a pack frame out of a folding chair. Just to see them act like it's normal and the look on people's faces.

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I've got tons of gear, some of it's new. Idunno what to post so I'll just post my most recent purchase which has me pretty chuffed for winter. Broner wool fingerless mittens with the flip top. Notice the thumb has a little flip top too! They are wool with thinsulate liner and they're warmer than bunny dicks and actually rather /fa/ too. I wish I had gray ones but I couldn't find them anywhere.

This is going to make my winter field recording and photography so much more enjoyable! Like twenny bucks.

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>>645887

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>>650206
That's fucking genius. Just take of the seat part/back legs and add another bar for support and you have a frame. I want to try that.

>>650208
Glommits are great. I've got a pair of windstopper fleece ones from Marmot that I always keep in my camera pack.

I guess this is the proper place to ask.

First time here, I frequent /g/, /sci/ and sometimes /b/.

So, to the question. I love my pillow. Very much. It's pretty standard size, 60x40 cm. The thing is, I'd like to use it when I'm out camping or hiking in the woods as well as use it for when just lying on the grass outside in the summer.

The problem is, that the linen/pillowcase/cushion cover (I'm not too sure about the translation) gets rather dirty after some time.

I'm looking for some linen/covering made of a durable material that can handle the environment. I could make it myself I guess if I can find the right material.

Any ideas?

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100% pure merino wool sweaters (used, like new).

>>656034
Old flannel shirt cut and stitched so the buttons/holes still close and open to allow pillow case removal for washing.

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New on 12/30, loving the boots!

>>652982
I had a fishing bag that had a stool build into the external frame, to be honest they were both more useful as separate items so I tore it apart

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Was a pretty good xmas haul! Replaced a couple old flash packs is been using... Not sure which one I'll be taking out first!

I will have to post pic of new BD Revolt headlamp before thread dies.

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Nice!

splurged on an osprey aether 70, it didn't disappoint

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Just bought my first pair of pants that weren't Levis, BDU's, or Dickies.

PrAna "Bronson", in tan.

I fucking love these. They don't move around like Levi's, they're just a little bit stretchy, the crotch to waist is a good height, the compr is great, the cut is great, and they look nice enough to wear with semiformal wear.

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Osprey viper 13. Perfect for day hikes, long rides and climbing

>>662603
$60USD ish?

Fyi REI Outlet is closing out a bunch of prAna wear.

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Got a new knife, hopefully it lasts for a lifetime.

>>662806
I have that same knife, I use it in the kitchen.

>>662806
i got the same knife, it's a good... if it didn't start rusting after 2 weeks. i've demoted it to explosives knife.

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>>645887
>OC pics pls, I get tiered of posres using stock internet photos.
there's a reason I some times use stock photos, my camera sucks balls

This is my new Helsport Fjellduk Pro.
It can be used as a bivvy bag, tarp or poncho. Lined with aluminium on the inside for some heat reflection. Comes with two sleeves for poncho use and a little red flag, for signalling I guess.

does anyone have experience with a pair of rohan trail blazer trousers? i ordered a pair yesterday.

>>662804
Yeah, after coupons and such I scored them for about $50 shipped from REI.

>>645887
I have the same shovel except in orange. The orange one was the cheapest of the 3 for me.

>>662864
Clean it up and put a patina on it

Or take care of it and oil it, your call.

>>663463
nah i got it for cheap so i'm not fussed. i got a bunch of other knifes so it's okay.

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Warm weather gear list.

Pack: Osprey kestrel 48
Tent: MSR Flylite 2 person
Mattress: Therma-rest Prolite
Sleeping bag: Kelty Cosmic Down 40f
Cooking Stove: Jetboil Flash
Boots: Merrell Moab 2 mid
Headlamp: LED Lenser SEO 3
Trekking pole: Mountainsmith Pinnacle

Still need a decent mess kit but other then that I got the basics covered.

>>663636
This is a decent loadout.

9/10 would hike Grand Canyon back country with.

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R8 my setup sc/out/s

>>664845
> no shelter
> no sleeping bag
>1 quart canteen
Looks heavy for a day bag.

>>664879

>I use a bivy
>You missed the sleeping bag
>Hydration bladder in my pack.

>>664845

>Miss Vickie's and Fun Dip

11/10

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SURVCO Tactical Credit Card Ax
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L26b_VDRxDw

RE Factor Wilderness Survival Card
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAK4iBHwCT4

What are you considering buying?
What is your thoughts on survival cards?

>>665232

Seems like a gimmick, but it also seems so light that there's not much to lose.

>>665378
True, the top one is like $22 and the thinner bottom one is like $12. I'd rather have the more expensive one that isn't going to go all flimsy and I can use it to help make other tools easily. The flimsy bottom one seems a bit too wasteful. I can carry lots more hooks, flat arrow heads, and snare stuff in nearly the same space and they will be properly made.

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Nice Thread

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my basic shit

>>645887
Can someone please redpill me on those frames?
why not just backpacks? with internal frame

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New osprey xenith 75
And Merrells
Very happy with those

>>665825
Just google it. Different tools for different jobs.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Backpack

>>665846
thats totally not redpilling mang

>>665850
>why not just backpacks? with internal frame
>why not a hammer instead of a drill

You are talking about 2 different things that have 2 different uses. There's nothing to redpill.

>>665850
They are cheap and good for heavy/bulky stuff. Internal frames are better for backpacking while I'd imagine external is better for hunting (I think attaching a carcass to an internal pack would be a nightmare) and tacticool bushcrafts.

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This is how you gearfag new gear in the new gear gearfag thread.

Pic related.

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surplus packs attach to each other really good

>>668385
Nice, because it looks like crap.

How much does that Franken-pack wiegh empty, tiger?

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>>668388
4lbs (pic with swiss pocket removed)

>>668148
Outdoor research, my man.
Got one of their Pertex jackets... I'll never go back to anything else.

>>658226
Why do you have bondage gear for your shoe?

>>668843
To go to hiphop concerts and stomp whiggers, of course!