Summer Recap v2 - First Round of Testing

Over the last few months the following items were tested on various local overnight jaunts in preparation for the trip up to Alaska. The main purpose was to gain some insight as to what specific gear will be needed, how to pack it, how to secure it to the rear of the motorbike, and how the additional weight was going to effect the handling and feel of the bike. 

As these were shorter local trips, only the very basic equipment required to set up an overnight camp were included. The ultralight methodology was considered in the selection of the following items, inclusion was based predominantly on weight and dimension.

Note: The BMW F800GS that was selected for the trip is still completely stock, no moto items or clothing have been supplied for review. Those items will be addressed later.

Camping Equipment (all of the following were placed inside the Ortlieb dry bag)

Ortlieb Rack Pack 49L Dry Bag .......... 910g
Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 Tent ............ 963g
Big Agnes UL2 Footprint ..................... 142g
REI Flexlite Chair ................................ 793g
Snow Peak Starter Kit ......................... 225g
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki Light .............. 54g w/o batt.
Snow Peak ProIso 110 Gold ProIso .... 227g (x2)
Sierra Designs Zissou Mummy Bag .... 1191g
Therm-a-Rest ProLite Pad Small ........  312g
Black Diamond Cosmo Headlamp ......  91g w/ batt.

Total .................................................... 6,722g = 14.82lbs

Additionally, there were varying quantities of Backpackers Pantry 2-serving freeze dried food pouches weighing roughly 6-8oz each, and a couple of 32oz Nalgene Narrow Mouth Bottles for water. Since food and water quantities vary, those will be temporarily excluded from the math.

So considering the test shelter alone, for just about 15lbs packaged into a waterproof duffel, one person has comfortable and lightweight accommodations for however many overnights are required. 

As the planning, support and testing progresses, this list may be amended.

Below are some photos from a recent review:

Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 without rain fly and the Sierra Designs Zissou down bag. The UL2 was selected for single person use, the extra space will be used to accommodate the motogear for security and during inclement weather, while providing excellent weight savings for a two-person tent

This site set the perfect backdrop for basic equipment testing with temperate weather and excellent wooded scenery

 The obligatory campfire

Weight 9.15 oz

Weight 9.15 oz

Weight 9.15 oz

Weight 9.15 oz

Weight 9.15 oz