Gearing up for /out

>>1009458
That Marmot bag seems like a good entry level bag. Sounds like it compresses down nocely, and 20-30 F should be nice for cold desert nights, or 3 season sleeping in the night's around Tahoe.

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>>1009458
Thinking of this bag. Is 38 liters enough? 2-3 day long hikes are where I see myself starting.

>>1009458
Should I get a bivvy tent, or a real tent? How necessary is a sleeping pad? The mountains here are pretty rocky...Any recs on a stove/mess kit? I see threads about them all the time, but it never sounds like one is better than another if all you're doing is heating water and eating lentils. Am I gonna die?

>>1009463
It is if you pack light. Make sure you go for a small tent and sleeping bag. I've got the kestrel 38 and it's perfect.

>>1009466
Comfort is secondary in a sleeping pad. The primary use is insulating you from the ground. It is 100% required three seasons out of the year.

$1000 should get you a high quality light weight setup ,esp at REI that would last ten years. Utilize their return policy, 20% coupon, pack fitting and online clearance, but that's best in the winter so you are a few months late. Weigh everything and put it on a spreadsheet. There is usually no downside to lighter weight

>>1009463
It might be a bit small, buy your pack last so you can see if it fits your stuff

>>1009463
I have a 50 liter. I almost always have extra room and don't even use the brain. But it depends on your gear.

As long as it's comfortable, go for it.