Originally Posted by
Burton
You seem to have a real problem with anyone's option but your own.
I'm not sure what "options" you are talking about. But when it comes to
opinions, I get to express mine just as you get to express yours. When it comes to "facts", we have to share and iron is 3 times as heavy as aluminum. You can't get around that.
Originally Posted by
Burton
It's the TOTAL weight of a pack that needs to be looked at and by traveling with fewer items I travel lighter than you do according to your journal posts.
I don't know that I've ever listed what my touring weight was. It's certainly changed over the years as lighter equipment has become available. I used to carry a 7 lb tent but I use a 1.2 lb tent now.
And, yes, I agree that it's the TOTAL weight that needs to be looked at but the utility of the items carried should be considered. Carrying around a tiny little skillet that is quite heavy for its size and can really only be used to fry things isn't going to be useful for most people.
Originally Posted by
Burton
I could probably afford to drag along half the pots and pans in the kitchen anyway just because I weigh that much less than you do. It really is the big picture that counts. Suggest you just live with it.
I'll be the better man and let the insult lie.