Another vote for Roll-a-cot. They are aluminum, so they are light weight, but also very durable. I bought 3 for the family over a decade ago, and after using them multiple times every year, they look almost brand new.
What ABS bins did you go with?
Most thin-walled plastic bins I have looked at have angled sides and overlapping lids which make them way less efficient space-wise.
I am on the fence on what to use for storage going forward. I've used a huge Pelican 1650 case + Action Packers for years. The pelican case is heavy at 24lbs (empty), and the Action packers waste space. None of this storage needs to go on the roof, so I don't need the robustness that comes...
I have enjoyed the strongback chair for years, but must admit that it doesn't pack up very small.
I am thinking of trying the Nemo Stargazer. Any feedback on it?
I just checked, and it turns out I didn't buy 18". Instead, I got 24" x .5" lag bolts, and I do think they are sufficient at Pismo. I bought them on Amazon when they went on sale.
I have camped a couple times at Pismo Beach with the Kodiak 10x10. Pismo gets *very* windy, and the Kodiak did very well. However, I did not use the standard tent stakes. I used some conduit cut to 18" length, instead. For the next trip, I have 18" Lag bolts that I drive in with a small...
Cabela's Alaskan Guide -20deg bag
Another vote for the Cabela's Alaskan Guide -20deg bag. Nice down top, but synthetic below, since it gets compressed anyway. squared off corners with good air circulation control for when it gets really cold
I've got a 2010 Armada that I bought new and it is still on its first set of brakes at 60K miles and the rear HVAC lines are fine... ...as is the paint.
I have the Kodiak 10x10 and am considering this vestibule. It might be nice for a wind-protected place to cook. I would like to see it in person before buying it, though...