Thanks for the info. Doubt that I will check out the book. I've had this bag in mind for over 4 years from a trip I took starting in Florida up to Minnisota accross to Washington down through Oregon, accross to Utah, then a jaunt to Arizona & New Mexico. I finally returned to Florida believing that there has to be an easier way to hike. This is a beautiful country and walking is an excellent way to see it. (If you can physically handle the weather). I have decided on materials for the bag but will definately use your info for materials for a back pack I have in mind. One project at a time though.

Glad to hear that you had the initiative to make your own bag though. That is encouraging! Thanks for responding.

Peace,
William Hearn
The Sassafrasshaman