>>1051439I've been running with a LL Bean Microlight FS 2 (the predecessor to the UL 2). I don't think the particular model matters a whole lot.
The type you use depends on your style. I like a 2-man tent because I end up spending a lot of time in it in very wet or very buggy areas. Changing clothes and spreading out gear to dry are pretty nice.
With that said, it's bigger and heavier than a 1-man tent, a bivy, a hammock or a tarp. It's also more expensive than some alternatives. How important each factor is depends on the person.
For a sleeping bag I use a Sea to Summit Trek Tk II. I like it because it unzips all the way so I can use it as a blanket in warmer areas and it also has a fairly low temperature rating (18 F / -8 C). Granted, below freezing, the bag is fucking cold on it's own. Extra clothing is necessary.
Again, the particular model won't make a world of difference. You just need to determine what attributes are important to you. Size? Weight? Durability? Flexibility? Price?
For me, having gear that will work in any condition I run into is most important, followed by durability. I have and expect I will continue to tour in the cold, the hot, the wet, the dry and everything in between. If you're only concerned about one trip in one area at one time of year you can specialize your gear more than I do.
