I need advice about the Abisko Lite 3 tent."

I recently got an Abisko Lite 3 tent for around 260 USD, and I’d like some advice.

To give some context, I’m a beginner in this field. While searching for affordable gear, I came across this tent in brand-new, unused condition. I’m considering whether I should sell it for a small profit and use the money to invest in other equipment or a tent that’s cheaper and more suitable for my needs.

Another thing to note is that my country has a hot and humid climate with no snow, so I’m wondering if this tent might be overkill for my conditions. Additionally, I usually go hiking alone, so I’m not sure if a 3-person tent is too big for my purposes.

On the other hand, if this tent is suitable and a good choice, I’d like to know:

1. Do I really need a footprint for this tent?
2. What is the typical lifespan of this model?
3. Will it perform well in the climate of my country?

I’m just want some advice and recommendations from experts. Thank you very much!

My husband has dreams of backpacking a specific trail next summer. I'd like to support him and be able to keep up. We've done hike in camping and I'm good for that, but never actual backpacking.

I'm just looking for input on how I'm starting and whether it's doing me any good or I'm just wasting my time.

I started carrying my pack on my morning walk, 15 pounds. Over the past 3 weeks, I'm up to 25 pounds + about 3-5 pounds of winter gear because it's freaking cold here.

I walk every weekday between 3 and 4 miles at about a 20 minute mile. Aiming for 5-6 on weekends.

That's really all the time I have right now. And because it's dark at 5am and parks are closed, I'm on paved trails with some hills.

Last weekend, I easily did 7 miles and I could have kept going but I had time constraints.

On the plus side, my pack now feels like my friend, I can use the rain cover and my water bottles. 4 miles with 25 pounds feels like an easy walk. ("I can't sing, but I can talk" level cardio )

My goal is to increase basic fitness this winter so I can train come spring. Would I be better off trying to speed my times, find more hills or increase my weight?

I am trying to supplement with a basic PPL routine, stretching and pilates.

Hey All,

Me, my wife and small infant girl of 1 year old planning for our first UK and Europe trip next summer June July 2025. Any suggestions on which all countries shall we club together for 3 weeks of vacation.

Thanks in advance!

Hey guys,

posted a couple days ago with a really rough idea for a trip to SEA and japan and i think the feedback i got was great. my new question is, how much should i be budgeting for accomodation?

i will be doing:
vietnam -ho chi minh, da nang, ninh binh and hanoi (all up 1.5 weeks-2)
thailand- chiang mai, bangkok, koh samui (all up 1.5 weeks)
japan- tokyo, kyoto, osaka.. and maybe a ski place. (2 weeks)

im trying to do all budget hotels/hostels- currently I have a rough sketch that would bring my accommodations to around 600-700 dollars for a month long trip, with majority being japan.

from anyones past experiences, is this a lot of money for accommodation? or barely any at all!

does anyone have any recommendations of cities i should do instead orrr don't do this city ecttt?

lastly, im debating on whether or not i bring a suitcase or a large backpack. since i will be going from very hot weather in SEA, to snow in japan- i feel like its better for me to bring a suitcase. does anyone think otherwise?

thanks !

hello, im on the lookout for a decently small (20 or so litres) bag that can fit a 14" macbook pro, a kindle scribe and a molle bag insert (for my cables and connectors). it needs to be incredibly padded or as its gonna be thrown about quite a lot and it being waterproof is a massive plus as im in the UK.

ive been looking at the old pelican U100, with its inbuilt case, but i cant find a good condition/quality one online, not even on ebay.

any help is much appreciated! 😁

Hello,

Idk if this is the right subreddit but I plan on backpacking around Japan for two months. I was wondering how far ahead I should start booking places to sleep and transport? Like is a month before too late or will that be fine or can I book as I travel.

Any advice about backpacking from people who have done it would be nice as well.

Thank you 🙏🏻

Planning a trip to kashmir on 22-28 December. Any suggestions, guidance, contacts, approximate costs will be appreciated. Anyone else also planning at same time can also joinup. Main plan is to explore nicely, enjoy snow activities and make this trip memorable while avoiding scams and keeping budget as low as possible.

Dan Durston loaned X-Dome 1.5s to his fellow Canadians, Justin Outdoors and Kane Does Outdoors (who have done a vid together) for testing and review. Kane just posted his review https://youtu.be/dpFGPgbPtUE?si=NckpXhqob3grEHqc

I'll be taking my first backpacking trip below freezing temps in early January, and I primarily wear daily contacts. I do own glasses, but they aren't up to date on my prescription and I want to see the best sights possible. Temps are going to be as low as the 10s (F) at night, so I don't know if the insulation from my backpack and spare clothes will be enough to keep the solution they are stored in from freezing. If anyone has any tips, please let me know!

I'm just wondering how long some people have stayed out away from any human contact with nothing but a backpack, with or without hunting/gathering/fishing. I spent 3 months but I had access to crawdads, trout and a few greens. ended up leaving because I was becoming malnourished.

I want to hitchhike from Byron bay to Brisbane (around 2hour drive) with my boyfriend. For some reason everyone in Australia is super against hitchhiking and apparently it’s quite uncommon.

Do you think we would get a ride?

I’m planning to do a 14-day (or so) hike and am considering a section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). I’m based in Michigan and have previously hiked a portion of the Appalachian Trail, but I’d love to head west and experience the scenery out there. It doesn’t necessarily have to be on the PCT, but I’m not sure what other trails would offer the opportunity for a two-week-long hike. Additionally, I’m uncertain which trail sections are suitable for hiking during this time of year, considering the weather. If anyone has recommendations for amazing two-week hikes or advice on sections of the PCT or similar trails, I’d love to hear them!

What could go wrong, right

Hello all,

Looking to do a trip around SE Asia with a couple friends. We plan on starting around the 10th of January and can’t decide whether to start in Bangkok or Singapore. We are thinking of travelling for 2 or 3 months and want to try and do as much as possible. Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, maybe Cambodia and Loas too. Just wondering which place out of Singapore and Bangkok would be best to start at and what route would be best to take.

Appreciate any advice,

Thanks in advance!

Looked only bit but couldn't find the answer, I am wondering if the threads of liquid fuel bottles are a standard type across different brands. Specifically I'm looking to get a Primus bottle and put an MSR non-safety cap on it. Will this work or will I run into issues? Only reason I'm not buying an MSR bottle outright is I would prefer the 1.5L size that Primus offers.

If i’m an amateur camper and want to get into backpacking, what would a recommended small set up look like and what would you encourage me to seek out and do. Keep in mind I’ve only ever camped at state parks and in a tent, but i’m itching to get closer to nature and immerse myself out there

Hello!

This is my first time writing on reddit but I was wondering if anyone could help me decide on backpack for my Europe trip in June/july. I think ill be going for about 2 weeks. I tried both on at the store and I think I prefer the smaller one but I also know I'm going to buy hella stuff while travelling. What would you guys pick?

I'm looking for a four season tent and have found the Nordisk Oppland 2 SI which looks like a great tunnel tent, well made, winds up to 45 mph and a lovely vestibule but I haven't managed to find any reviews on the snow performance, as to how well it copes with snow loading.

I'm looking for tents I've also found a pretty cheap deal for a Hilleberg Jannu which I have seen videos of it survive 60+ mph and I know it does well in snow but it is more expensive and the vestibule is smaller and it would be nice in properly sonowy conditions to be able to change before getting into the inner tent.

And lastly a wild country trisar (or quasar if one appears cheap on eBay) which does well in wind and snow but has the same smaller vestibule with it not being able to change in (and obviously not quite as strong as the Jannu).

I think I'm leaning towards the Oppland because of the large vestibule, it's nice to have the space to change and it also has the largest interior which is nice in the long winter nights. It is also typically the cheapest on most sites. Whilst it technically has the lowest wind rating, 45 mph is hardly a small windspeed, but it is a tunnel tent so is slightly weaker and because I haven't managed to find a review of the snow loading I just wonder how good it is in that aspect as I don't want to get it and then find out it can't deal with much snow. So really I guess I'm asking would I be disappointed or let down by it in snowy use say Norway for example?

Hello, I'll be in mexico in mid-late December and flying into cancun. I have 8 days to solo travel before I meet a friend in tulum and we'll be staying there for another week. I'm willing to drive to do a day trip or two, and was also wondering which islands are recommended. My interests range, I'm pretty open to anything. I enjoy being in a busy area where the nightlife is great and there's the opportunity to meet many tourists, but I also could stay in area of nature/hikes where its more secluded. Any advice is appreciated, thank you

I'm headed to Cuba in January! I have an older, never-used Lifestraw Go filter that has been sitting unwrapped in a bag for a few years. Is it usable or should I replace it? Thanks!

hi reddit. currently backpacking central america. done mexico and finishing up in guatemala. hoping to get to el salvador next…

any tips/recommendations for backpacking el salvador ?

I will be coming from antigua, guatemala so also looking for advice on methods of travel/entry requirements.

what are the go to places? and must-see things?

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I am considering buying a pack like the Kelty Tracker 65. I have two concerns. One, can the pack be a adjusted lower so the center of gravity isn't so high? Could you place the pack all the way down the frame if you wanted to lash something else to the frame higher up above the pack? Also, is there a problem with the pack hitting the back of your head? I have an internal frame pack that is tall and skinny and it was very irrating to have it hitting the back of my head when I stumble forward or am climbing steep terrain. Does an external frame pack keep the pack far enough away from your body it's not an issue?

Was wondering if anyone had any recommendations regarding apps/websites to plan routes including public transport and hikes.

Looking to do a Sweden and Norway trip in the summer hoping to visit places such as but not limited to Jotunheimen, Hardangerfjord, Dalsland, Tivedens and where ever else possible, so any help will be appreciated!

I have a Fenix 2 and like it but for longer trips I have to bring the weird charging cord and a power bank. I heard about the new solar GPS watches from garmin but found that they are loaded with features that I could care less about. When there are feature I don't use I find the watches too hard to use since I have to scroll past the crap I don't need to get to what I want. I really wish you could connect to an account online and toggle on and off which modules you want.

Anyway, I backpack and do offshore fishing in my kayak and seadoo so GPS navigation, compass and tracking with waypoints is the primary need. Solar charging to extend the battery life seems like a great idea and tides would help too. I don't want or need the heart rate stuff, vo2, calendar or payment systems at all.

I want a watch that does fewer, but critical, things exceptionally well and lasts a long time. Does anybody know of a watch that fits the bill?

backpacking antigua and atitlan for few weeks. Any useful tips for these 2 destinations? also anyone knows or has any contact to get either shrooms or some w33d?