It's been fun shopping for stuff for the trip because I don't really have any lightweight touring stuff. It's either car-camping gear, or very out of date...
So, I've been shopping a bit and getting my gear up to date. The most exciting thing today is ordering a PHD Designs (they're made in Stalybridge, Manchester, don't you know) Ultra Vest. It's a silly 150g... yet good enough to minus 5... Combined with some arm warmers and a waterproof jacket (Haglofs Paclite shell) and I reckon I'll be set for any mountain storm.
I've also ordered a Big Agnes Pitchpine SL sleeping bag - 481g and super small. It has all the insulation on top and is designed so that you get all your lower insulation from your groundmat...
phd stuff looks sweet...
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