What else does one really need? Soldiers rough it with a waterproof bivy and sleeping bag.
PS: This is a system in planning. I've stayed awake through nasty wet weather with no shelter in an urban area. I've never camped before. What I'm planning this for is riding mah motorbickle across Canada and camp places. The initial investment is high but it's better than paying to stay in motels for a month or two.
Also, any direction and guidance or any type of advice at all regarding sleep and shelter systems would be appreciated.
So, what do you bastards use?
I, myself, am a plebeian so I may relate. Though I will be honest I've not experienced much outdoor sleep in the colder months, I use a waterproof bivy/sleeping bag combo and always try to look for the high ground. In the winter time, perhaps look into mylar as a way of as a supplement for keeping the heat in in a life or death situation.
Something I did not do, but you should is make a hammock so dirt doesn't get in the pores of the material. Frankly, I prefer a tent (though that tarp would work damn well) though. I don't want my shit get rained on or blown away.
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As I stated before I have basically no experience with sleeping in the cold. When hunting, I get up in early instead of staying out. I live in the south US.
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I, myself, am a plebeian so I may relate. Though I will be honest I've not experienced much outdoor sleep in the colder months, I use a waterproof bivy/sleeping bag combo and always try to look for the high ground. In the winter time, perhaps look into mylar as a way of as a supplement for keeping the heat in in a life or death situation.
That and local ads (i.e. cragslist) are the kind of places to get the best deals.
This one on ebay is like $35.
Something I did not do, but you should is make a hammock so dirt doesn't get in the pores of the material. Frankly, I prefer a tent (though that tarp would work damn well) though. I don't want my shit get rained on or blown away.
EDIT:
As I stated before I have basically no experience with sleeping in the cold. When hunting, I get up in early instead of staying out. I live in the south US.
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