I must agree with the previous posters that I have always tended to pack heavier than most people, especially since I started reading ETS about 2 years ago (it is now just better quality stuff).

I am often the butt of teasing from my friends/family about my; pack weight, amount of gear in my truck or the quantity of equipment I bring on an outdoor adventure. For two years one of my hunting partners did not even bring insulated boots to our November Deer Camp because he intended on wearing my spares!

To be sure, one or all of my partners on a trip will forget, break, or run-out-of something and come to me for a repair or replacement. I am sure ETS Forum Members can all relate to this.

Mike