GVP Gear "GVP4" Ultralight
Manufacturer Specifications:
Review: My Weight: 11.4 oz. / My Modified Weight: 12.9 oz. / Cost: $ / From: GVP Gear
    I have used this on one 16 day trip and absolutely loved it.  It was extremely comfortable.  When I used it I carried no more than 25 pounds and would not recommend it for any weight over 30 pounds.  I modified it by adding straps from one side to the other to enable strapping a tripod to the back and adding more stability to the overall pack.

Clothes
Ex Officio Converable Pants
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight: ? oz.
Review: Measured Weight: 12.8 oz. / My Cost: $74 / Purchased From: REI
   I have used these on over 56 trail days now with no noticable wear or failures.  They are more expensive than most convertable pants but, they seem to be of supurb quality and, thus, worth the extra money.  These are the only pants I bring so, they get a good workout.  They also seem to repell water good and, if they get damp or are washed, they dry quickly.

Lights
Light - CMG Bonfire 3-LED Lantern
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight (without 2 AA Batteries): 3 oz. / Continuos Burn Time: 18 hours on "Hi" 30 hours on "Lo"
Review: Measured Weight: 3 oz. / My Cost: $21 / Purchased From: Campmor
   I have used this on eights nights now and I am very pleased with it.  It seems very durable and functional.  It does not provide the same "warm glow" as a candle but, it is easier, lighter, safer and lasts longer.  It is also much cleaner (If you have ever used a candle and spilled wax, you know what I mean).  I have used it for @15 hours on a trip with Lithium batteries and have seen no noticable decline in the light.  It comes with a landyard for hanging that shapes around notches in the lantern for easy hanging, adjusting of light or, sitting flat.  I like the idea they used for adjustability but, I'm not sure this is the best design (it tends to fall off).  I made my own landyard in basically the same configuration out of Spectra 500# cord but, so that it doesn't come off.  It is also lighter than the supplied landyard.  I have not yet tested it in temperatures below 40 degrees so, I do not know how it responds to cold.  I use this light as I would a candle lantern, in my tent and around the campsite as a general light.  It would not would good as a light for walking trails or pinpointing objects.  If you do not use a candle lantern or something similar in camp, you probably do not need a light like this.  I however, like to have a warm glow around camp (especially solo) and, this has replaced my candle lantern.

Light - Photon II LED Lights
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight:25 oz. / Continuous Burn Time: White/Turquoise=12 hours, Red=5 days / Batteries: White/Turquoise=(2)CR2016, Red=(1)CR2032
Review: Measured Weight (with landyard): 3 oz. / My Cost: $20 / Purchased From: Photon Light
   After using these for 28 days on the trail I am very pleased.  They have replaced my "headlight" and my "maglite".  They seem very durable.  The have a button for momentary light and a switch for continuous "on" operation.  I have noticed no loss of light in them with the original batteries yet.  I use them with the optional "landyard" that attaches to the light and gives you a small clip so you will not lose them.  The landyard weighs approximately .25 oz. but, at such a small size, it gives you a way to always hang them and have them handy.  I have attached velcro to the lamps and to the brim of my hat so I can use any one of them as a "hands free" headlamp.  The only concern I have is the micro-switch used for continuos "on" operation.  It seems like it is the thing that could break although, it hasn't.
    I have used three colors:
      Turquoise- This is the brightest of the three.  I use this to replace my handheld light when I need to see at a distance or,
        for walking the trail at night.  It washes out some color but, provides plenty of light.  The only drawback compared to a
        "maglight" is that you cannot pinpoint the light.  They make a green light that is a bit brighter (per manufacturer) but, I
        believe, it would wash out greens which wouldn't be good in the woods.
      White- I use this as my headlight or, for additional lighting inside of my tent.  It would be possible to use for trail walking
        at night but, it's not as bright as the turquoise.
      Red-This was the biggest surprise.  I almost didn't get this one then, decided to so I could use it for looking at my camera
        in the dark when at events I was filming to be less conspicuous.  After field testing though, this is my number one choice
        of light.  When using this light it illuminates enough to see anything you need to see and, as soon as you turn it off, you
        do not loose any of your night vision.  Usually, when you turn on a light in the darkness and turn it back off, it takes a bit
        for your eyes to readjust.  With the red light, no adjustment is neccessary.  It's like you never turned it on.  You have to
        actually try it before you will realize how much better it is.  I now say, "once you go red, you'll never go back".

Sleeping Bags
"The North Face Blizzard Polarguard 3D 1999"
Manufacturer Specifications: 1.8 oz. Silky Taffeta shell and lining / Full length draft tubes / 2 way 70 in. #7 self-healing non-locking coil zipper / Contoured hood with draw string / Size: 85" x 31" x 22" / Weight: 3lb. 4oz. / Rated Temperature: 5 degrees
Review: My Weight: 3lb. 3.2oz. / Cost: $ / From: Campmor
    I have now used this bag for 36 nights on the trail over a three year period through about every condition and have never been anything but pleased with it.  I have used it in temperatures down to 20 degrees on 12" of snow, in a tent with a Z-rest pad and was never cold.  When looking at weight, this is something I never considered.  It, so far, has been guaranteed warm no matter the conditions.  It drys quickly and, even when moist, it seems to work well.  There is only one thing I would change, The color, it is purple, I'd like a more natural color so it wouldn't be so noticable when hanging it out.

Stoves
"Coleman Peak One Expert 1999"
Manufacturer Specifications:
Review: My Weight: / Cost: $ / From:

"Pop-Can Stove" Homemade
Manufacturer Specifications:
Review: My Weight: / Cost: $ / From: Adventurelite.com

Tents
"The North Face Nebula 1999"
Manufacturer Specifications: 3 pole rectangular dome / 3 to 4 season use / Zip open roof panel for adjustable ventilation / Two vestibules with individual doors for easy access and ventilation / Variable closure front vestibule with 5-way opening system / Dual level mesh storage pockets with dividers / 3 equal poles of aircraft grade 7075-T9 alluminum / #8 Nylon coil zippers with stainless steel sliders / Dimension: 8' x 4' 9" / Inside Height: 3' 10" / Floor Area: 38 sq.ft. / Vestibule Area: 2 at 14 sq.ft. each / Mesh: 100% Polyester No-See-Um Netting / Canopy: 1.9 oz. Breathable Ripstop Nylon / Floor: 3 oz. Nylon Taffeta with 10,000 mm coating / Fly: 2.3 oz. Nylon Taffeta with 1,500 mm coating
Review: My Weight: 8 lbs.10.3 oz. / My Modified Weight: 7 lbs.14.7 oz. / Cost: / From: Campmor
   I have used this for 27 trail days now.  It is the most luxurious and durable tent I have ever owned.  It is also the heaviest backpacking tent I have ever owned!  I have been in windstorms, sideways rain, hail and snow and have never had a drop of water nor, felt a moment of worry.  This tent is truly adjustable to any weather due to it's zippered ventilation system that goes across half of the roof.  There is plenty of comfort for two people's sleeping bags inside and, due to the dual vestibules, easy individual entry and protected cooking area for each.  If you are to share a tent with someone for a trip in possible inclement weather (always), this is the tent to have.  I like it for myself because it offers total protection for all my stuff and allows me to empty my pack and use it for part of my sleeping pad.

Eureka Timberline 1996 28 trail days
    I used this tent for several trips and my Dad has used it another 16 days and it has been wonderful.  It's a little short on space but, it can be setup almost anywhere and seems to bee able to survive anything mother nature dishes out.  The only reason I stopped using it was to get more space and, the key thing, a vestibule.

Hennessy Hammock "Ultralight Backpacker 2001"
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight: 24 oz. /
Review:  My measured Weight: 27.1 oz / My Modified Weight: 22oz. / My Cost: $ / Purchased from: Hennessy Hammock
    I have only spent 5 nights in this.  It seemed fine even during a severe thunderstorn and strong winds.  The only reason I stopped using it was I went to a tarp for the same amount of weight or less and more space.  Also, it's not always possible to find trees at Isle Royale (where I mostly backpack) to set it up where I'd like.  Further testing is needed and will be done.  It is VERY comfortable for sleeping though.  Also, next time I use it, I will bring an 8 x 10' silnylon tarp instead of the one that came with it to provide both more protected room and more protection while inside the hammock.

8' x 10' Silnylon Tarp
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight: ? oz. /
Review:  My measured Weight: ? oz / My Modified Weight: ? oz. / My Cost: $ / Purchased from: Campmor
    I have only spent 16 nights on Isle Royale in the fall using this.  It was great!  It is extremely flexible in the ways it can be setup and light!  I did not go through any severe weather in terms of storms so, I need to test some more.  We did have temperatures below 30 degrees and it seemed fine except for some condensation but, that was do to my setup.  Since it passed with flying colors, I am presently working on modifying a 10' x 12' tarp with some built in storm flaps and venting on the top.  I also bought some mosquito netting to hang and put around me but, I didn't use it because the bugs were all gone :-)

Water Treatment
Purifier "PUR Scout 1999" Purifier
Manufacturer Specifications: Anti-slip rubber base with side hoses / Filters bacteria, protozoa, parasites and renders viruses harmless / Weight: 14oz. / Filter medium: Iodinated resin matrix/carbon / Dimensions: 9.5" x 2.25" / Pump force: 6.75lbs. / Output: 2.75 liter/minute / Pump stokes per liter: 38
Review: I have used this for 2 years and never had a problem.  It is the easiest pumping filter I have ever had.  The only reason I have stopped using it is to save on weight.  If I go anywhere where I need "purification", I will probably take this with me again.

Safewater Anywhere Inline Gravity Filter 2001
A review, pictures and complete details can be found at: http://www.posterityscloud.com/backpack/SWAfilter.html
 

Miscellaneous
Knife - Photon Swiss Army
Manufacturer Specifications: Weight:= ? oz.    My Weight= 0.9 oz.    Cost: $30    From: Photon Light
Continuous Burn time from Manufacturer: ?    Battery Type:(2)CR1216
Description: A lightweight 4-piece "swiss army" knife with a white LED built in.  It comes with a 1/4" wide knife blade, a 1/4" wide nail file/flat screwdriver, pull out tweezers and folding scissors.
Review:  My measured Weight: 0.9 oz / My Cost: $30 / Purchased form: Photon Light
    I have tested this for 16 trail days now and have found it to satisfactory but, I have not had to do a major equipment repair (thankfully).  The light is situated so you can squeeze the body of the knife and it will light the cutting blade.  The light is not as bright as the regular white LED light from Photon but, will light small areas.  I have used the light less than an hour and have noticed no change in it's brightness.  The blade, when purchased, was very sharp and has maintained it's edge through my uses.  The only downside of the blade is it's width, another 1/8" would make it easier to slice things like cheese but, would also add weight.  It's a trade off that I've easily worked around so far.  The nail file is 1/32" thick and seems sturdy.  It functions well as a flathead screwdriver, a medium sized phillips or a small prying device for things like knots etc.  I imagine it would file nails too :-).  The scissors are not heavy duty but do seem to function good for cutting off hang nails, blisters or finger nails.  Don't think they'd work on toenails though.  The tweezers are perfect for pulling out splinters our anything small.  They pull out of the case near the LED.  They are easy to miss, I didn't notice them until I read the tag that came with it after my first trip using it.
    Over all, this knife is the one I'm bringing from now on.  It has replaced my bigger Swiss Army for sure.  My only hesitation is traveling without a pair of pliers (leatherman/multi-tool) for a major repair but, even with my bigger knife, this was a concern.