30 mile trip to the nearest state forest for a quick Overnighter.
Huge success minus my Black Diamond headlamp giving out (whomever reccomended always bringing a 2nd headlamp, keep doing that.)
Hit 30° at night, my bag was rated for 30° but good thing I brought 2 sleeping pads (1 foam, 1 inflatable) and a fleece blanket and base layers. Felt like glamping but I had a great time and can't wait to do it again!
by dealershipdetailer
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That’s a lot of stuff for an overnighter but the main thing is you got out there and enjoyed yourself.
Nice! Way to get out there! As long as the load feels good on your bike, glamp away! Skimping on warmth is a no go in my book. It’s easier to shed weight and bulk when the weather gets warmer.
I think a mini glamp is such a good reward.
Looks awesome. overpacking for the win. Makes me feel like Samwise Gamgee on a bike.
Good times. You have an awesome setup for a first time. Your camelbak frame bag looks interesting, how’d you get on with it?
Glad you had good time. I think we have same bicycles and even maybe same mudguards! Marin four corners and blue mells sks?
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what water bottle cage are you using for the nalgene? How did it hold up on the bumpy stuff?
A lot of people that comment too much stuff probably have never done a sub freezing trip. And if they did they were probably miserable with so little gear.
Two pads is important. Most people who bikepack only do it in summer once the temps dip below freezing, shit gets real. Even if you have an R8 inflatable, going with a second pad is important (like a second headlamp and two sets of matching batteries).
You need more clothes (down is best, down pants, down jacket(s), down socks and a a down hood) . If it’s below freezing it’s probably not going to rain so down is absolutely great. If it’s above freezing and going to rain and be cold and I just cancel the trip. Being miserable is fun right up to hypothermia.
Still the bulk adds up, even with down.
Also, state forest? Where abouts?