What is the difference between trail weight and packed weight

Gearoutfitter's Blog Join 28 other followers. Sign me up. Already have a WordPress. Log in now. Loading Comments Email Required Name Required Website. So, you might then ask yourself — why should I compare the trail weight vs the packed weight of a tent?

It all comes down to total trail weight. After all, you have to carry all this gear with you if you go hiking or backpacking with a tent. You might expect good weather and decide to leave the guy ropes and stakes at home.

Sometimes you can even leave the rain fly! Or, you might decide to buy lighter options because the tent manufacturer often gives the cheaper option to save on costs. Sussy Scout wrote: " Excuse me, is there any room in here?

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This weight discrepancy has a lot to do with the nature of the product and the manufacturing process. Although manufacturers try to be as up front and honest about weight, all must make educated guesses as to what the final weight will be.

At MSR, we try to be as accurate as possible with our published weights, but variations in coatings and fabrics can lead to modest weight differences. Here are a few reasons you might see your tent weighing in a few ounces above or below the advertised weight:. Even so, we at MSR try to be as accurate as possible with our weights, and as transparent as possible with customers about how we arrive at them.

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