cheap ultralight large backpack possibility
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I was thinking the same exact thing about the fanny pack.
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I wanted to try one on first to check the fit. They said can't open packages. I'm big in the shoulders and chest. I passed on getting one. Material looked rugged enough.
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Re: cheap ultralight large backpack possibility
Seems like it would be easy enought to sew a padded wait belt with pouches or pocket to it. Should function quite well for ultralite pack. You'ld definately have to use a pack liner to keep stuff from getting wet. 

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Any update on this? I'm interested to know how its worked out.
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Thanks for stopping by flemdawg1. You renewed my interest in this bag.flemdawg1 wrote:Any update on this? I'm interested to know how its worked out.


Take a look at this storage container. Add some straps to it and a fanny pack and your all set. (Spray it with 3m fabric water repelant)
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No update sorry. I have been doing to many real trips to get out on a test hike with an easy bailout in case of failure.
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Hmm...use a sleeping pad and you have a frame.
This could be a good, lightweight winter pack.
This could be a good, lightweight winter pack.

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Anyone remember the Lynn Wheldon 1lb all-mesh packs? Essentially a laundry bag with straps!
I used one on the PCT and the Colorado Trail.
I used one on the PCT and the Colorado Trail.
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I'm not thaaaat old!!!!!! don't remember that oneMags wrote:Anyone remember the Lynn Wheldon 1lb all-mesh packs? Essentially a laundry bag with straps!
I used one on the PCT and the Colorado Trail.

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Heh..well, it is a lightweight pack that many people seem to have forgotten about. It was, IIRC, one of the first commercially available packs marketed as lightweight.
Good little pack. I still have one. Very light with lots of space. A bit bulky and cumbersome now, but at the time it was a very good pack.
Good little pack. I still have one. Very light with lots of space. A bit bulky and cumbersome now, but at the time it was a very good pack.
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