>>499474Thing i learned today: I mentioned it and apparently bear really isnt all that great. The hair is "hollow" and breaks easily and doesnt really provide much insulation in comparison to something like wool (or tanuki). So while choosing bear would indeed make me a mans, being that i am not a trapper nor hunter by trade i went with the Tanuki.
It insulates and retains heat / drys quickly when wet. The pelt is large enough for my torso and has enough fluff to be used as a ground pad for weekend trips, but compresses well enough for me to tuck into a 2L dry bag and still have some room left over. Fur wise i hear its easy to take care of, in that regard the only thing that trumps it in ease of care is the icelandic sheepskin / fur. (which they are holding onto for me until i can gather enough coin.)
Next point of business, has anyone used any reputable flint strikers lately?
