I wasn't able to make it because a tropical storm blew in that weekend.  I wasn't pumped about a weekend in the wind and rain.  I am now waiting for hunting season to be over because the island is closed for private hunts.

If you make it out to the island before I do, please send some information about the trip my way.

Great resources everyone.  Thanks for the shares!

Ahhhh, they aren't eligible for Amazon Prime. Deal breaker

That is a neat piece of equipment, and only carrying a single sheet of paper could make trips a little lighter.  I browsed the website, but couldn't find any info on the pore size of the filter.  Anyone know what size it is?

Nice read.  Thank you for sharing.

I've always worn my generic padded spandex shorts and over them whatever pair of synthetic fiber gym shorts I grabbed first.  I've been riding like that for years now and never had an issue, but maybe this isn't the most optimal combo.  I'm interested in what other find works best.

Good thinking about pirates.  I will have to take my blunderbuss for safety!

I have broken my rear derailleur and rear derailleur hanger multiple times on my mountain bike and none of them ever resulted in me needing a new chain.  As long as your chain isn't stretched or any visible defects, it will most likely be fine.  I hope that is decent answer for you.

I am new to bikepacking and myself and a few friends are planning a trip to Matagorda Island in south Texas.  I was wondering if anyone has been to this island before or has any specific planning advice.  Thanks in advance!