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      01-28-2019, 03:31 PM   #18
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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech View Post
For boots, most important is how well they fit. Only way to know is try on a bunch.

Best thing I ever bought for back country gear (although, would not really consider 2-3 miles back country ) was a Exped Downmat sleeping pad. I had the Downmat 9. OMG what luxury!!!!
http://www.exped.com/usa/en/product-category/mats

After having one, would gladly pay 10X the price they cost!

Best other products I had were:

Handpresso: hand pump espresso maker
http://offpistemag.com/backcountry-e...ndpresso-wild/

And a lightweight hammock for chilling during the day, drinking wine (in Tetra boxes of course!)
http://www.cleverhiker.com/best-backpacking-hammocks/
I agree on all of these points, especially the sleeping pad! One thing I found useful was always having a multi tool. I have been debating between the leatherman surge and wave (by reading a few comparissons here: https://buyerbenchmark.com/leatherma...e-2018-review/)

Not sure if buyer benchmark has actually used these or just researching them, either way, it has been helpful for me!

Thanks!
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