Packing Your Backpack
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
- When you take a Long Distance or an Overnight Backpacking trip, you carry everything you need on your back. Therefore “what” you pack and “how” you pack it is of utmost importance.
In this video, I share what I’ve learned about packing your backpack.
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What i like about this video is i could take away a very basic and useful pack list from it: backpack, garbage bag, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, pillow, jacket, food bag, tent, ground sheet, rain jacket and pants, headlamp, poopkit with soap and hand sanitizer, tent stakes, bear bag kit, electronics, first aid kit, hygiene kit, water bladder and water filter. Maybe i forgot something but I think this list is a great list of essentials to bring on a hiking trip!
I think that just about covers it all.
As someone who has returned to hiking after a 25+ year hiatus, you vids are spot on. The technology available now is amazing and has allowed a lof of older folks like us to get back into what we loved doing most - Thanks and keep them coming!
I couldn’t believe how much equipment had changed when I got back into backpacking.
@@TheHikingRev - Exactly! Can't wait to hit the trils this summer! If you ever make over to Hawaii, give me a heads up - Aloha!
I love that idea of putting your sleep clothes in your quilt. I just ordered the Hyperlite Junction 3400 and many of your ideas will help immensely to keep that pack comfortable. I'm 62 and from the days of Colin Fletcher and 80lb packs, this new gear and all is rather confusing and yet, I am abiding for I do intend to return soon to the trail. Thank you again for this great vid.
P.S I do believe that Lemmy would be proud to know that your trowel is paying homage to that song.
You’re welcome Jerry. I hiked with a guy who owned the HL Junction 3400. He loved it as well as everybody I talked to who owns one. When I first got into backpacking, I owned a Kelty External Frame pack. Things/Technology changes quickly.
Another good video. The placing of clothes in the bottom of the quilt and the pressing of the backpack while it is flat on the floor is a great idea. 👍
Thanks Mark. I’m glad it helped.
Great video. I've watch it many times and plan to use your system as a template. Things I didn't see you include are: an empty bag to carry out your trash, toilet paper (which has to be packed back out and NOT buried), your tools for keeping that impeccable beard looking spiffy, a small solar panel for charging your portable charger. If you don't use these items, please consider making a video on how you manage these things. Thanks again for sharing your experiences and knowledge with us.
Thanks. I’ll address your concerns one by one.
1. I keep a “garbage”ziplock bag in the outer pocket for my trash.
2. I don’t use toilet paper. I use natural materials (rocks, leaves, sticks, etc.) and a bidet. Soap and sanitizer for hands.
3. I carry a comb in my toiletry bag.
4. I have a Nitecore 20,000 mAh power bank that I recharge when I go into a trail town. Usually last 7 days.
Great tips Rev! Much appreciated advice.
Thanks.
Getting ready to do 25 miles at Catalina. Will probably copy this as close as possible. Will let I know…
Try it and let me know how it works. Good luck on your hike.
Great episode, packed with real life experience and advice. Greatly appreciated, thx 👍
Thank you Jiffi. I hope it was very helpful.
Another clear explanation of efficiency! Thank you! I am going to try this!
Good for you Karen. ❤️
As always, some great knowledge, my friend!
Thank you so much, Joseph. I hope it was helpful.
Fantastic video, and taking the sleeping bag out of its own stuff sack and putting your sleep stuff in it and squashing it all down is genius.
Thank you, Scott. I try not to carry anymore stuff sacks than I have to. It distributes the volume and fills in the empty spaces in your backpack more efficiently.😁
Excellent packing ! and that's a really nice pack!
Thanks Dan. I hope it was helpful.
Very helpful. Starting PCT in a couple weeks and will use some of these tips for sure. Thank you.
Hey Tanya...I’m so excited about your PCT hike! I did a SOBO section hike this weekend from Mt. Laguna to Lake Morena and passed almost 70 NOBO Thruhikers. I was so excited for them.
I hope some of these tips will help you on your hike. Good luck! 👍
Rev just wanted to say thank you for doing these videos…they are no doubt a lot of work. I’ve begun hiking over the last year and planning a few destinations hikes this summer. Appreciate all you are doing to inspire us all. Thank you.
You’re quite welcome Tom. Good luck on your future backpacking excursions.
Thanks Rev! Very timely as I prepare my own pack and gear for some overnight outings in PNW. Many thanks.
I hope some of these tips help. I loved the Pacific Northwest on my PCT Journey. Best scenery!
I’m still using my 40 yr old Camp 7 down bag. I only go out for a few hikes a year. It works down to the teens. It’s big and heavier than a quilt. I did change my tent out to a mid. Works ok. Caldera cone stove. Light enough for now.
If you’re only doing a few hikes a year, that’s a great setup. 😁
Great information thank you sharing, need to rethink how to pack the information was very helpful. Thank you. Happy hiking.
You’re welcome Ramon. Glad I could help. 😁❤️👍
This is one of the best videos I’ve watched on packing a backpack.
Thanks Jeff. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks Rev! Great tips!
You’re quite welcome Jason. I hope they help. 😁
Great video. 👌🏼Very helpful.
Thanks. That makes my day.
Thanks for sharing!!
You’re welcome Dave.
Great info as always Rev. I'm in the process of cutting weight as much as I can on a budget so its one item that a time each year. I will definitely use the compactor bag and remove the upper and lower divider in my pack, very large 15 year old Gregory pack, and compress the volume.
Thanks for the ideas.
Thanks Scott. I had to do that to one of my packs (remove the divider). It makes your pack more efficient.
Thanks for sharing I'm going to try your packing system thanks.
I hope it works for you, Chuck.😁👍❤️
Great info thank you for sharing! 🤙
You’re quite welcome.
Hello Rev, I just love your minimalist lightweight pack method. I am already starting my preparation for the AT next spring and learning I probably don't need my huge rucksack and half the stuff I planned on taking. I am in my mid 50s with a bad back and copd so the lighter the better. I am just hoping I can do it still, I want to do this while I still am able. Time waits for no man, or woman. Great info my friend, love your videos. Happy Trails!
I had to learn the hard way. Check out this video. I think it will help you. czcams.com/video/t93uywsRozQ/video.html
Great content. I really enjoy your documentation of your journey👍
Thank you so much. I’m glad you enjoyed it.😁
Been through numerous cooking systems, really enjoy JetBoil. I like hot coffee in the morning and a warm dinner. Your pack system makes good sense overall.
Thanks John. Just some suggestion that have worked for me. 😁
Learning a lot watching your videos. Good info.
Thanks Shirley.
Hey Rev, Kev here from San Diego. Getting ready to SOBO the PCT next month. I keep packing up my pack, heading to the Cuyamaca Mountains and hiking elevation. Each time I return saying there is no freaking way! Then I watch another of your videos, toss out a few more items and think... maybe. Just maybe. You're an inspiration. Thank you!!
You’re welcome Kevin. Try to go as light as you can, but not “stupid light.” 😁
Great setup….going to try your method
Happy Hiking…Hope to see you on the trail some day!!!
Thanks Lori. Likewise. Try different setups but find out what works for you.
Thank You for the backing tips !
I carry a bear spray on front shoulder, and I put the Garmin in the outside mesh since i can get all functions of it through my Garmin GPS watch. that way it's not dangling around.
Great tips. 👍
Thanks 🦋❤
You’re welcome.
Very nice. I find your videos really useful. Not having a stove and 4 season sleeping bag helps quite a bit.
Thanks Ed. Yes it does.
Helpful, thank you
You’re quite welcome Chuck.
Hi Rev, some good ideas to think about. May use some of them after I have completed my UK coast to coast in September. Training hard to build up hiking strength. Thanks for ideas.👍
You’re welcome Steve. So glad I could help. Good luck on your hike. I want to do so hiking in Europe.
Excellent! I made notes!
Since my sleeping pad is thin, I also have a foam pad I strap onto the outside.
Thanks. That’s good Gregory.
Really Enjoying these Vids 👍👍
Thanks. I’m glad you enjoy them.
very logical ... nice explanation.
Thanks. I’m glad it helped.
You must be hiking at low elevation where it doesn’t get very cold (I saw no additional warmth layers). No spare pants, socks, or shirts? What if you get soaked in a rainstorm? No rain pants? No cooking? You didn’t have much food either (backpacking takes energy!) Minimalist first aid kit is really just for boo boos. What if you sprained an ankle (ace bandage would be good). Sunscreen? Toilet paper? Lighter and/or ferro rod? Just some ideas. You must be doing a different kind of backpacking than I do. You’re more willing to live on the edge (safety wise). But I’m usually climbing mountains when I’m backpacking, so I need more gear.
Hey David. Thank you for your ideas. I will definitely keep them in mind.
@@TheHikingRev Regarding my question about what you eat, I noticed you said " I went to “No Cook”…beef sticks, cheese, beef jerky, peanut butter, all kinds of bars, etc. ... I made up for the caloric density deficit in Trail Towns." Most of my backpack trips are out in the far wilderness to climb the peaks of Colorado (high elevation too). Guess you and I are doing different types of backpacking. I simply cannot live with a "calorie deficit" as I'm thin and have a hummingbird metabolism (LOL!), plus I expend big energy climbing. But thumbs up to you for being able to cut so much weight! I'm new to your channel and will keep watching for tips. I'm always learning. Thanks Rev!
Good, practical advice. Thank you Sir.
Thank you Jerry. I hope it was helpful.
@@TheHikingRev Very much.
This was super helpful! I pack similar to you but you have some cool strategies that I'll try. I like your idea of mixing the Via's into your water bottle - clever!
Thanks. I hope it was helpful.
I don’t know if I mention it in my video or not, but I would add a packet of Carnation Breakfast Essentials (chocolate) with 2 packets of Starbucks Via. It would add some protein and calories. I would drink it while I hiked in the morning.
@@TheHikingRev Great idea! Thanks so much!
I LOVE the idea of putting your sleep clothes in the bottom of your sleeping bag. Nice.
Thanks Shirley. Saves from having to carry an extra stuff sack.
Thanks
You’re welcome Mark.
Great info I have to try it hope you are well
Thank you Morty. Yes I am well.
I turn 66 this year and am planning to do about a 200 mile section of the AT this summer. I haven’t done this in a while. I find your videos inspiring and helpful.
Thanks. I’m glad you enjoy them Michael and I’m glad they’re helpful. 😁
Definitely interested in backpacking, used to do ruck marches in the military and always packing with efficiency and accessibilty has always been something that i learned from when it came to that, essentially the same thing as backpacking just more weight. But now with the freedom to backpack whenever i want it just sounds too good to pass up plus its an excuse to be outside and enjoy andnappreciate nature in the most modest way possible maybe learn a couple survival skills along the way! Thank you for this educational video good sir, i shall use this as a template going forward. OFFICIALLY A SUBSCRIBER
Thanks. Also, you don’t have a Sargent screaming at you. 😂
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Hyper light makes a packing pod that one can pack their quilt or bag in with a puffy it makes for a very compact and dry place that doesn’t take a lot of room.
Thanks Ray.
Nice video. I pack quite similar to your method. I really like simple accessibility. The chest pocket bottle holders are definitely the way to go. With my current pack, I can swap bottles from the side pockets to the chest pockets without even stopping walking. With my water filter in the right hip belt pocket, I can refill my bottles without removing my pack. My setup is not ultra light, but I call it poor man light. For 3 days, I am at about 24 -25 pounds including food and 2 liters of water. My current pack is a Gossamer Gear G4-20.
That sounds like a great set up.
Excellent! Great advice! A good video I’d also be interested in is backpacking food and what you eat?
Thanks Jeff. I’ll work on it.
@@TheHikingRev 👍👌
Great video. Two questions. 1. Would you pack any different if you had to use a bear can? 2. What do you eat if you don’t take a burner to heat up water?
Thanks.
1. When I did the 350 mile Sierra section, (czcams.com/video/XuTKf1eqz9M/video.html) I put my bear canister in my pack. If it didn’t fit, I would strap it to the top of my backpack.
2. Anything that did not require cooking. For example, beef sticks, summer sausage, cheese, pepperoni, salami, tortillas, energy bars, etc..
Would love to see you make a video of how to property pack for a thru-hike. More specifically for the PCT.
This video describes how I packed my backpack for my PCT journey. With the exception of a bear canister, micro spikes and an ice axe for the Sierra, that is the way I packed my backpack for the last part of my trip.
I never used to understand light weight backpacking until I went on a long backpacking trip on the Ouchita trail. (223 miles) I had a friend that followed us in his support truck, My pack got lighter every time he met us because my extra stuff ended up in the truck! Until in the end I was carrying less than 20 lbs base weight! Started out at about 38 lbs! Lighter is absolutely better, and you can do without about a third of what most people think! Great advice from an experienced backpacker, thanks! The beard is looking great!
I could not agree with you more! Lighter is better! If people would rather carry 38 lbs than 20 lbs they’ve never been on a long distance hike.
New to your channel but really enjoying the content. Starting my initial planning for a thru hike of the AT in '23, and your videos are very helpful. One question - why do you carry the tent stakes on the outside vs. bottom of your pack? Thanks in advance.
I’ve started carrying them on the inside of my pack in with my tent.
Great info. I hadn't considered packing my sleeping clothes inside the quilt before packing it in the pack/compactor bag. However, I was surprised when you packed your rain gear inside your pack? Wouldn't you want to to access it without opening your pack if it starts to rain?
I guess I could. I do have it close to the top to fill in some empty space.
Thanks Rev. I was keying in on your method of not using a stuff sack for your quilt and sleep pad, and will assess that for myself. My plan was to use a compression sack (packed with quilt, puffy, pillow) which I felt gives more open space to work with vs what you do. I do realize you are getting some compression with the liner, but not what a compression sack would achieve. Then I see you manage your tent in the stuff sack, why not just fold it up similar to your sleep pad? When you hiked the PCT were you putting the tent into the stuff sack every day? I start my PCT hike in 3 weeks. Appreciate the helpful experience you provide.
Hey Chris...Good luck on your PCT hike! I did a SOBO Section hike this weekend from Mt. Laguna to Lake Morena and saw almost 70 NOBO hikers. Real excited for them.
I put my tent in my stuff sack every morning. Sometimes it was wet from condensation so I put it in the stuff sack to keep it away from everything else. I took it out the first chance I got to air it out in the sun.
If putting your quilt, puffy and pillow in a stuff sack works for you, go with it. I just was suggesting to try something different. I just don’t need that much room in my pack that a compression sack would give me.
Again...have fun on your hike!
By putting your puffy and all warm clothes in with your sleep system, you're breaking the accessibility rule. There will be plenty of times when you are not sleeping but need extra warmth --especially lunchtime at altitude. Keep the puffy, etc, in a separate, accessible bag.
I keep my puffy “accessible” in my backpack. I can get to it in 10 seconds. I don’t think I’ll freeze in 10 seconds. 😁
Great tips!
I had trouble finding the mesh pockets for the water or accessories.
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Thanks again!
You’re welcome Greg.
Is your tent a one man tent and what brand is it. Love your videos I am 68 retired and want to ultralight hike. Thanks hope to see you on trail sometime
Thanks Dallas. I presently use the Zpacks Plex Solo one-man tent.😁🏕️
Thank you, Rev, for sharing your experience! Do you use or carry a solor charger for your electronics? I have seen those soft ones that lay on outside of backpack. Thought it might be helpful.
Blessings, always!! 🙏🙌✝️🙌🙏
You’re welcome Linda. 😁❤️👍. I have one but I don’t use it. If you’re hiking in forrest areas with no exposure to the sun, it’s useless. I carry a Nitecore NB20000 Power Bank, a.co/d/7cuwALB. It charges all my electronics and I just recharge it when I get to a trail town.
Hey Rev, great video and a lot of sense in your packing. Did i miss where you put your spare clothes??
I did not bring “spare clothes.” I would rotate my extra pair of socks out every day and hang them on my pack to dry.
@@TheHikingRev - So what happened if youd been hiking all day and were soaked? What did you do for clothing inside the tent?
🤔
@@davidcressey I would put on my rain outfit (pants and jacket) when it started raining to keep my base layer (hiking clothes) from getting soaked. Plus, I use a quick-drying nylon hiking shirt and running shorts.
@@TheHikingRev Thanks Rev! 👍😊
Just watching this and realized you don’t bring a cooking stove. Jet-Boil etc. now I have to find your video talking about food. I’m 58 and will be hiking soon and learning.
Hi Rev. I just found your channel. I'm 61 and just starting to do backpacking and need to lighten my load. If you don't carry a cook kit, what are you eating on your trips? Cold soaking grains, etc? No hot food or drink prepping in camp? Thanks!
Hey Larry. I started off cooking with a fuel canister and light weight stove then went to cold soaking couscous, Knor rice sides, Ramen, mashed potatoes, etc. then I went to “No Cook”…beef sticks, cheese, beef jerky, peanut butter, all kinds of bars, etc. but do what you’re comfortable with. I made up for the caloric density deficit in Trail Towns.
Great explanation, but hardly anybody mentions a string/rope/cord to hang your food. Any thoughts?
On the PCT I only hung my food one time in a tree. I usually put my food in a Opsak, then in my Zpacks DCF food bag, then in a compactor bag, then in my backpack which I rolled shut at night. I did carry a bear bag and Bear line with me but as I said, only used it one time. In the Sierra I did use the required Bear Canister.
I hope you are feeling well. Not sure if you are reading comments on older videos, but if you are, I've got a question. It looks like your pack is a Zpacks Nero. I noticed you tie your sit pad near the bottom of the pack. Did you add the tie outs to the pack yourself? My Nero doesn't have them.
Thanks Perry yes I’m feeling well. My Nero has the tie outs on the bottom of them but I’m not using it now. I’m using the Z packs arc blast.
Hi Rev! I hike quite a bit but never did any backpacking until I decided to do a R2R of the GC in June of 2019. I got a ton of advice from people mainly from TripAdvisor. My trip was a success because I did it and the lessons I gained were priceless. My sleep system was a total fail though. I used a tarp, my hiking poles, a quilt and a blow up pad. I didn’t try it beforehand. The ground was so hard. I am used to a temprapedic mattress and I think I’m spoiled. I also way underestimated my own ability and could have done this in 2 days rather than the four days I allowed. Brought too many articles of clothing and too much food. Thank goodness for Phantom Ranch at the bottom which had a last minute cancellation in the women’s dorm! I was able to sleep 8 hours on my second night of camping. Anyway I am going to do a lot more research and some overnight trips and hopefully by Spring 2023 I plan to hike the AT. Your videos are so helpful! I did Mt Washington both up and down, climbed to Camp Muir and also Three sisters in Canmore Alberta BC. I just love connecting with God! He is so ever present! Another thing I have not done anything in driving rain. On Mt Washington we did experience white out and hail but I haven’t had to deal with sleeping out 8n the rain. I’ve got a ton of work to do!
That’s great Janene. Each time you go on an overnight hike you learn a little bit more.
I notice you still using the deuce of spades but take a look at the Vargo Dig Dig tool . It doesn't hurt my hands. ✌
I still carry the big orange Coghlan's Backpacker's Trowel that Ive had for decades.
If you notice from the video, I put duct tape around the handle. Duct tape...the miracle tool! 😎
What kind of sleeping pad do you use? What non-cooked food are you eating
I use the sea to summit ultralight insulated pad. I am eating beef stick, jerky, salami, cheese sticks, protein bars, etc.
Hey Rev, how about extra clothes? Seems i never heard you mention like extra socks, undies, shirt, etc. In March of ‘23 ill be 70 and that April hitting the CDT. Fun fun! I love the CDT and this time is my thru hike. Take care. I’m a retired-working minister myself. Just finishing up 30 years as a corrections chaplain in TX.
Good for you Pilgrim. I’d love to do the CDT. I may have to be satisfied with watching your videos. As far as extra clothes are concerned I only bring an extra pair of socks. I use my rain pants and rain jacket when I wash my hiking clothes. Works out fine.
Where's the toilet paper? lol
In the bathroom, lavatory, loo, washroom, etc. 😂
One thing I don't see in the backpacking videos I have been watching now I am a noob to the whole packing thing but I have seen a lot of different people talk about what they pack or not but I cant say I ever saw anyone with a pair of spare boot laces. I can't think of a worse thing than broken laces.
It’s definitely something to think about.
Hi Rev, I have a gear questions, but did not know where to ask them. Question is about the Hyperlite Unbound you are using, I am looking into the 55L to replace my current ultralight pack or I may even go with the Zpacks Arch Blast or Arch Haul. What size and volume is your Unbound? What is your take on the pack? Would you be willing to do a review of your favorite pack or packs? Thank you so much!
Thanks. I have the Hyperlite Unbound 40L pack. And I love it. I used the Zpacks Arc Blast for a long time but I do not like the Arc. I will probably do a review on the Unbound 40. I just wanted to use it somewhat before I did a review. 😁
@@TheHikingRev Rev, thank you so much!
What is the total weight when you pack that way?It looks really efficient
Efficient…that’s what I was going for. My current baseweight is between 9 and 10 lbs. 😁👍❤️
Here I am! What is the weight of your bag after u r all packed? Mine feels awful heavy and I have no tent of quilt...
Ethel…do several “practice hikes” and find out what you don’t use and don’t need and don’t take it next time.
That's the way Dixie does it and how I do it (cuz I copied her) except I dont use a trash bag. I put my sleeping bag in a DCF bag that's exactly the same length as the Arc Haul is wide so it's a perfect fit. Who knows who she learned it from but it makes perfect sense. :o) My tent goes in last but my wind breaker and fleece go in next to my tent as I peal them off when I get warmed up. If I might need them again they one of them goes in the big mesh outside pocket. I'm flexible.
But . . . Seeing you push down on the pack like that . . . do you not use the "arc" feature of the pack?
Yes...it has the arc in it. Pushing it down doesn’t affect it.
If I start off cold in the morning and wear my puffy or fleece, when I warm up, I’ll take them off and throw them inside my pack. Flexibility is the key.
I can’t believe Dixie copied me! 😂
Have you ever thought of a pouch on your waste in the front . Fanny pac.
I now have two pouches on my waist belt.
Do you live in San Diego? Are you a trail angel or interested in helping out hikers?
I lived in Palm Desert at the time of that recording. I now live in the San Francisco Bay area.
How much volume does your pack have?
55 L. Including the front mesh pocket and the two side water bottle holders.
@@TheHikingRev it’s a nice pack! Plays like a 70L
On longer water carriers where do you carry the extra water?
I can carry 2 liters in my water bladder, 1 liter in a Smart Water bottle and 750 ml in my coffee bottle that I carry on my shoulder strap (which gives me 3.75 liters). Before I leave the water source where I have filled up all these containers, I will “camel up” and drink a liter or two. So basically I will have a 25 to 30 mile water carry capacity.
@@TheHikingRev where's the 2L bladder stored? Did you say and I missed it?
@@TheHikingChick1 I carry a BeFree filter with a 2L HydraPak bag. You can carry 2L’s of water in the bag on a long water carry. You can carry the water any where on your pack.
@@TheHikingRev thx, just wondered where you like to put it. It really alters how my pack carries so I usually carry it in the sleeve in the pack.
You can carry it in the sleeves. Sometimes I will strap it to the top of my pack.
You left out your additional layers, (fleece, puffy, beanie, spare socks…)
Sorry. I put that in the bottom of my sleeping bag. I usually use those things in case it gets cold at night.
Do you not use toilet paper? How do yo boil water for hot drinks and dehydrated foods?
I got sick and tired of seeing toilet paper sticking out of the ground on my PCT hike. Leaves, sticks, moss, etc. works so much better. Then use a bidet to keep the nether regions clean. Not for everyone, I know.
I use the “No Cook” method. Bring food that doesn’t need to be cooked.
First aid
Thank you Ms Jones. 😁
Where's the T.P. ?
At home.
No TP? natural materials? emergency lighter or matches? I would miss a warm hat and gloves. You are spare on clothing, that's where my pack is too heavy for sure, but i use them all every time I go out. I pack about the same way you do though. I also cook. When you do a long hike like the PCT, you must carry a nail clipper though! Good info, thanks.
TP - I use natural material and a bidet.
Lighter - in my emergency kit.
Warm hat and gloves - in the foot box of my quilt.
Nail clippers - in my Hygiene kit.
Clothing - I carry a base layer, mid layer and shell. Was never cold on the PCT even in Washington when it got below freezing with snow.
I guess there are no bears that can smell 10,000 stronger than a dog on the trail? Food bag in your pack doesn’t seem wise.
I use a bear canister in bear country and when required.
CP?
CP?
U have a small foodbag
Sorry…that’s all I need.
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Thank you for this... you only wear one pair of socks, underwear?
How about sunglasses?
What do you mean when you say bidet?
Can you describe what your base layer, mid layer and shell is?
Also, it appears that you have a quilt..which one do you have?
And ground sheet - which one do you use?
If you don't use a stove.. what food do you bring?
How many liter was you zpack arc blast?
Thank you so much for your sharing-extremely helpful.
Whoa...this is going to take awhile! 😆
I wear a pair of socks to hike in and when I get to camp I change into the clean pair to sleep in. The next day I hike in the socks I slept in. When I get to my first water source I wash the pair that I hiked in the day before, put them on the outside of my pack to dry. When I get to camp, I change into the pair that I washed and then start the process all over again. I just rotate two pairs of socks the whole trip.
The shorts that I hike in have an underwear liner, sooooooo no underwear.
I carry a pair of Ray Ban Aviators sunglasses.
I don’t carry toilet paper. (I’ve seen too much of it on the Trail 🤮). I use leaves, moss, sticks, etc. I then let water from my water bottle run down my back and finish cleaning up. Thus, a bidet. OBVIOUSLY I use plenty of soap and plenty of hand sanitizer to clean my hands.
My base layer (what I hike in) consist of running shorts and a long sleeve quarter zip polyester shirt. Mid layer consists on a fleece pullover and Patagonia thermal bottoms. I also carry a Mountain Hardware Ghost Whisperer hooded puffy and a wool beenie. Then my shell layer is a Zpacks Vertice rain pants and hooded rain jacket. When I go into a trail town I wear my rain jacket and pants while I wash everything.
I have an Enlightened Equipment 30 degree Enigma quilt.
I use a Tyvek groundsheet.
The food I eat - Breakfast - dry cereal, oatmeal, Bobo’s bar, Spam and of course, coffee mixed with Carnation Breakfast Essentials. Lunch - tortillas with tuna, peanut butter, pepperoni, etc. Dinner - cold soaked ramen, Knor Rice Sides, mashed potatoes, couscous and summer sausage, beef sticks, jerky, salami, tuna, salmon packets. Then for Snacks - Cliff bars and peanut butter or equivalent.
Zpacks Arc Blast - 55L (42L main body, 2.5L each side pocket, 8L center pocket)