• Field testing

    Mar 1–2, 2024 in New Zealand ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C

    Out and about at Puriri Bay testing out the new gear including the home made tyvek ground sheet. As dusk approaches I’m lying here listening to the sound of the waves, pūkeko, and cicadas while watching the very large quails and rabbits roaming in the evening sun with the occasional duck thinking they were invited for dinner. A only a few minor gear modifications to make and routines to refine. How in the world do you stop the tent floor, sleeping bag, and sleeping mat acting like they are all the same polarity. A very helpful and fun exercise.Read more