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12-09-22, 08:44 AM

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I don't think direct-contact is ever a good idea with fabrics like this. A ridgeline attached via tie-off loops and carabiners is a better approach.

It seems refreshing silnylon is an ongoing topic..the BackPackingLight webpage has some good discussions:

Silnylon renew

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