Here is a link to my gear list for my AT thru hike. I am heading northbound sometime in the first week of April.
http://www.geargrams.com/list?id=9984
I'd add 1 more set of long johns for extra cold weather.
A few things I am still unsure about that I would love some insight on are:
Most importantly I need to decide on a pack to use.
ULA Circuit or MLD Exodous
My shelter will definitely get the job done but I am considering some tarptent type of options.
Have you actually used a tarp before?
Replacing the Marmot Essence and Arcteryx rain pants for frogg toggs dri ducks?
Go with an alcohol stove instead of my snowpeak canister stove?
I've used both, prefer canister (Jetboil Ti Sol is mine) for ease of use (no flimsy parts, spilling, measuring, runaway flames).
Thinking about one more light layer to be worn while hiking when it is still a little colder. Either the Patagonia hooded Cap 4 or the Houdini wind jacket?
Lastly, still trying to decide on which guidebook to get.
Any and all help will be greatly appreciated.
Any tried and true lightweight digital cameras?