What have you bought?
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edh
Thru Hiker
I thought the same and almost ordered one.
I was after some additional customisation but they don't do that anymore.
I like the way the customisation tool does not drop the ££ if you remove features (I took off most of the extra pockets).....which obviously take time and money to add, most pleasing
I was after some additional customisation but they don't do that anymore.
I like the way the customisation tool does not drop the ££ if you remove features (I took off most of the extra pockets).....which obviously take time and money to add, most pleasing
old-skool-lite
Thru Hiker
2/3 of funds saved for a custom Mo but will only order after a fitting & load up to make sure I like it. Hopefully in May. Dunno what I'll spend the dosh on if it's a no go!
old-skool-lite
Thru Hiker
Same here. If the Atom Mo doesn't work out I'll likely stick with the Exos unless something main stream comes out that appeals. They are all a bit overfussy - Exos included but at least it's a comfortable carry.
Nathan Toulouse
Trail Blazer
It slows it down quite a bit. I use it but have to squeeze a fair amount or have some time on my hands.
Run_Hike_Meat_Repeat
Section Hiker
I use the carbon attachment when I'm drawing water from lowland farmed areas and especially rivers in lowland areas.
The only time I've been unwell and blamed the water was on the clevlend way close to the coast.
I've used the hydroblu Sidekick quite a bit with its carbon filter. It's easy enough to suck a cupful of water when needed.
BogTrotter
Section Hiker
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Robert P
Thru Hiker
For some small mids maybe a more convex top might fit better - looks like it might apply pressure around the outer edge of the top for some tents?
Johnny3000
Trail Blazer
It would make a nice chandelier with some of those birthday cake candles.
Johnny3000
Trail Blazer
...or a harpoon, combined with some pegs, guyline and a pole. Multiple use!
Nathan Toulouse
Trail Blazer
Yep it's not too much of a hassle in my opinion, doesn't really bother me if it takes longer as I can just leave it to filter while doing something else. My understanding is it's mainly to improve the taste (but since I always use it I don't actually know how much of an effect it has
). I suppose if I was in a rush I'd just take it off, it weighs next to nothing anyway.
Run_Hike_Meat_Repeat
Section Hiker
Helps remove heavy metals, pesticides etcYep it's not too much of a hassle in my opinion, doesn't really bother me if it takes longer as I can just leave it to filter while doing something else. My understanding is it's mainly to improve the taste (but since I always use it I don't actually know how much of an effect it has
Nathan Toulouse
Trail Blazer
Ohhhh, glad I’ve been using it then!Helps remove heavy metals, pesticides etc
Mountain Equipment Switch Vest Mens in Blue
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I'm impressed with the warmth of the octayarn insulation in the Mountain equipment switch vest. I prefer the look of this newer version compared to the older one. I might have to add the jacket version to my wish list.
Garmin InReach 2. I know this isn't an exciting buy but I have finally given in and purchased one. I hike solo nearly always and will be doing the JMT and other trips this year so it seemed like a sensible time to get one. I do have an iPhone with satellite as well but don't want to solely rely on that.
Run_Hike_Meat_Repeat
Section Hiker
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I'm going to keep this. I'd rather have one in fun colours but I need it for my US trip in August and want to try it out as much as possible before that. If I order custom it won't arrive until the end of June. I am going to at least replace the black cords with some colourful ones! I'm half tempted to order a custom one and sell this one when it arrives, but that's probably not the most economically sensible option!
Tartanferret
Thru Hiker
$$$
for your sake, so do I 
cathyjc
Thru Hiker
Johnny3000
Trail Blazer
Don't all ultralighters use fingertip toothbrushes these days?