This an interesting video on footprints and if they are warranted.
https://youtu.be/HAw8c7NLL_I?si=OduOnVoYdJR6R0iW
Includes an attempt at scientific testing.
"PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
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TIP: The online Bushwalk Inventory System can help bushwalkers with a variety of bushwalk planning tasks, including: Manage which items they take bushwalking so that they do not forget anything they might need, plan meals for their walks, and automatically compile food/fuel shopping lists (lists of consumables) required to make and cook the meals for each walk. It is particularly useful for planning for groups who share food or other items, but is also useful for individual walkers.
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by rcaffin » Sat 22 Jun, 2024 7:44 pm
A) It is all a personal preference: I suggest the term 'proof' is meaningless here.
B) I have never used one.
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B) I have never used one.
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Roger
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by craigprice » Sun 23 Jun, 2024 10:04 am
I have and do at times use a footprint - but not for “protection” from sharps per se, just extra “protection” from muck/mud - eg if needing to pitch in a muddy area, for example in an area often used. I do it to help keep the tent floor cleaner (just a convenience not essential, I could use a cloth but I find this easier). So my footprint as such is just a multix extra large council bin bag cut open (the plastic is cheap and light but lasts a good few trips for this use).
Edit: p.s. I fold the dirty floor so dirty side in and stuff it in a large freezer bag which I stuff in the pouch on the back of the pack - very little weight and also a cheap and easy way to keep gear cleaner.
Edit: p.s. I fold the dirty floor so dirty side in and stuff it in a large freezer bag which I stuff in the pouch on the back of the pack - very little weight and also a cheap and easy way to keep gear cleaner.
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by Kott » Mon 24 Jun, 2024 11:57 am
not quite a proof. I just got back from Larapinta and I would not do it without a footprint..in this case a piece of tyvek
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by rcaffin » Wed 26 Jun, 2024 6:24 pm
Did the full length of Larapinta with a silnylon UL tent, without a footprint. No trouble.
Near Mt Sonder I think.
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Near Mt Sonder I think.
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Roger
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by Bill P » Wed 26 Jun, 2024 11:34 pm
A tent is overkill for Larapinta Roger. People will think you are getting soft.
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Re: "PROOF You Don't Need a Footprint"
by rcaffin » Thu 27 Jun, 2024 7:58 am
Oh, I got soft a long time ago.
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