It has been quite a while (over two years) since I first posted this. Time for an update. There are now over 100 ‘ideas’ to try out. Most will save you money or at least improve your outdoors experience; nearly all of them are my own ‘inventions’. Hope you find something useful to you.
99. Two Great Poly Tarp Configurations
95. A Wider Lighter DIY Sleeping Pad
94. Even More Free Stuff for Hiking
Whoopie Sling Guy Line Tensioner
Convert a Car to a Camper for $50
Simple Hearing Aid Safety Clip
Fun With Sticky Tape – Mylar Poncho
A Ball of String and a Feed of Cray
More Fun With Sticky Tape – Mylar Vest
Attaching Tie Downs to Your Pack
How to Avoid Being Wet and Cold While Camping
Tyvek Jack Russell Rain Coat – 13 Grams
11 Gram Rechargeable Head Torch
Enginesaver – Low Engine Water Alarm
Pitching the Poncho – This May Save Your Life
New Decagon-Octagon Igloo Tent
Poly Tent by the Ultralighthiker on the Cheap
New Tyvek Forester Tent Design
How to Light a Fire in the Wet
Bathtime on the Trail – the 1 Gram Platypus Shower
The Egg-Ring Ultralight Wood Burner Stove
Inflatable Bathtub Groundsheet
Ultralight Chair – Groundsheet
Some other people’s great DIYs:
Thanks for all the ideas. Much appreciated!
Regards, Tim
You’re welcome Tim. Thanks. Cheers, Steve.