Originally Posted by
gauvins
Thanks for the feedback on sleep systems.
Being impulsive, I've almost ordered an OR Helium bivy (reviews are extremely positive). But as I must also try to be reasonable, I'll probably try a dry run and see how things fit in my panniers before pulling the trigger. And there is this thing about rain (a certainty for this summer) which might make me regret this decision. (OTOH -- what a nice piece of equipment
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A little late to the discussion but I highly recommend the Borah Bivy. I use that along with a Zpacks Cuben fiber tarptent. The tarp made a huge difference in volume and weight.
Wool over poly
Tarp over tent
quilt over mummy
down over poly
Can't live without my coffee so I bring a Soto Windaster, one can go smaller but it is fast and easy.
Edit: Whiskey over beer (titanium flask)