Dhorochokaro
09-12-2006, 16:29
Hello again WB's~
For the past year or so, many of you have come to my rescue with your thoughts concerning my gear list, thru-hike logistics, etc. Last night I was informed that my girlfriend might be interested in hiking a portion of the trail with me next year when I attempt my thru. I am overwhelmed with excitement, but that has also left me to do most of the work creating a potential list of gear. Let me preface this by saying that she is only 5'6" tall and maybe 110lbs soaking wet. She works out everyday, so her fitness level doesn't concern me. She will probably join up with me in PA and if all goes well finish at Katahdin. I created this thread so that I could post a gear list and pick the brains of those who know far more than me if it will be sufficient. I want to minimize costs of gear if she decides not to hike all the way to Katahdin, but it should be adequate enough if instead she decides to do it. I understand this is a bit circumstantial. I am planning to use the Sweetie Pie Summer Doubler (which I will carry afixed to my WM Summerlite, so theoretically we can discount this weight). I will also be carrying the HS TT Squall. As my main concern is her being comfortable, I want to make sure there is the appropriate clothing for her to be warm. In addition, it seems that her gear won't take up an incredible amount of space so I would be curious to hear your suggestions about packs. (Understanding that it has to fit and be comfortable for HER, but maybe some ideas on what to consider) My thoughts are bit jumbled at the moment, but I have tried to get everything down. I thank those for donating the time to read this. As always, all suggestions are welcome.
Dominica's Pack List Height: 5' 5 Weight: 115 lbs.
In-Pack 8.84lbs
Wear 2.08lbs
Consume 12.92lbs
Total In-Pack 21.76lbs
PACK - SHELTER - SLEEPING
backpack Granite Gear Virga
19.0
waterproof pack cover Trash Compactor Bag
1.0
sleeping pad Gossamer Gear Nightlight
8.0
sleeping bag Functional Design Summer Doubler
12.0
CLOTHING
base / wicking layer top Marmot Womens Zip Top
5.0
base / wicking layer top GoLite Womens C-Thru Lite-Weight S/S
4.0
base / wicking layer top Nike Drifit Sports Bra
3.0
base / wicking layer bottom Mtn. Hardware Hyperdry Tight
6.0
base / wicking layer bottom Under Armour Compression Shorts
5.0
insulating top Campmor 200 wt. Fleece
12.0
raingear (hard shell) top Sierra Designs Hurricane Parka
12.0
raingear (hard shell) bottoms Sierra Designs Hurricane Pants
7.0
insulating gloves Smartwool Glove Liners
1.5
warm hat Montbell Fleece Beenie
0.9
socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
spare socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
spare socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
shoes Trail Runners
15.0
camp shoes Crocs/Flip Flops
9.0
clothing stuff sack S-S Ultra Sil 8L
1.1
COOKING - WATER
stove Antigravity Gear Pepsi Can
0.4
primer pan Antigravity Gear
0.1
windscreen Homemade - Aluminum Foil
1.0
fuel bottle REI 8 oz. HDPE
1.0
matches / lighter Mini BIC (2)
1.0
cook pot Evernew Ultralight Ti 0.9L
4.9
cook pot lid Included
0.0
utensil Lexan Spoon
0.4
water storage Camelbak Omega 2.1L Reservoir
6.8
water storage Platypus Sport Bottle 17 oz.
0.7
water treatment Aquamira
3.0
towel MSR PackTowl Small (2)
1.4
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
flashlight / headlamp Petzyl Tikka Plus w/ 3 lithium AAAs
2.4
bug dope Small bottle DEET
2.0
lip balm Dermatone chap stick
1.0
toothbrush Children's Toothbrush
1.0
toothpaste/soap Crest Travel Size
0.85
alcohol hand gel 2 ounce bottle
2.0
toilet paper 1/2 Roll
4.0
Wet wipes
first aid Adventure Medical Kit
3.5
whistle Fox 40 whistle
1.0
repair (tools, batteries, etc.)
3.5
sewing kit Eagle Creek Travel Sewing Kit
1.5
cell phone Motorola Razr
3.4
storage bags (for small items) Zip Locs (4x)
0.5
CONSUMABLES
food 1.5 lbs per day (5 days max)
120.0
water 2.27 liters max
76.7
fuel 1 oz per meal (2 meals per day)
10.0
Thank you,
David
For the past year or so, many of you have come to my rescue with your thoughts concerning my gear list, thru-hike logistics, etc. Last night I was informed that my girlfriend might be interested in hiking a portion of the trail with me next year when I attempt my thru. I am overwhelmed with excitement, but that has also left me to do most of the work creating a potential list of gear. Let me preface this by saying that she is only 5'6" tall and maybe 110lbs soaking wet. She works out everyday, so her fitness level doesn't concern me. She will probably join up with me in PA and if all goes well finish at Katahdin. I created this thread so that I could post a gear list and pick the brains of those who know far more than me if it will be sufficient. I want to minimize costs of gear if she decides not to hike all the way to Katahdin, but it should be adequate enough if instead she decides to do it. I understand this is a bit circumstantial. I am planning to use the Sweetie Pie Summer Doubler (which I will carry afixed to my WM Summerlite, so theoretically we can discount this weight). I will also be carrying the HS TT Squall. As my main concern is her being comfortable, I want to make sure there is the appropriate clothing for her to be warm. In addition, it seems that her gear won't take up an incredible amount of space so I would be curious to hear your suggestions about packs. (Understanding that it has to fit and be comfortable for HER, but maybe some ideas on what to consider) My thoughts are bit jumbled at the moment, but I have tried to get everything down. I thank those for donating the time to read this. As always, all suggestions are welcome.
Dominica's Pack List Height: 5' 5 Weight: 115 lbs.
In-Pack 8.84lbs
Wear 2.08lbs
Consume 12.92lbs
Total In-Pack 21.76lbs
PACK - SHELTER - SLEEPING
backpack Granite Gear Virga
19.0
waterproof pack cover Trash Compactor Bag
1.0
sleeping pad Gossamer Gear Nightlight
8.0
sleeping bag Functional Design Summer Doubler
12.0
CLOTHING
base / wicking layer top Marmot Womens Zip Top
5.0
base / wicking layer top GoLite Womens C-Thru Lite-Weight S/S
4.0
base / wicking layer top Nike Drifit Sports Bra
3.0
base / wicking layer bottom Mtn. Hardware Hyperdry Tight
6.0
base / wicking layer bottom Under Armour Compression Shorts
5.0
insulating top Campmor 200 wt. Fleece
12.0
raingear (hard shell) top Sierra Designs Hurricane Parka
12.0
raingear (hard shell) bottoms Sierra Designs Hurricane Pants
7.0
insulating gloves Smartwool Glove Liners
1.5
warm hat Montbell Fleece Beenie
0.9
socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
spare socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
spare socks Smartwool Adrenaline
2.0
shoes Trail Runners
15.0
camp shoes Crocs/Flip Flops
9.0
clothing stuff sack S-S Ultra Sil 8L
1.1
COOKING - WATER
stove Antigravity Gear Pepsi Can
0.4
primer pan Antigravity Gear
0.1
windscreen Homemade - Aluminum Foil
1.0
fuel bottle REI 8 oz. HDPE
1.0
matches / lighter Mini BIC (2)
1.0
cook pot Evernew Ultralight Ti 0.9L
4.9
cook pot lid Included
0.0
utensil Lexan Spoon
0.4
water storage Camelbak Omega 2.1L Reservoir
6.8
water storage Platypus Sport Bottle 17 oz.
0.7
water treatment Aquamira
3.0
towel MSR PackTowl Small (2)
1.4
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
flashlight / headlamp Petzyl Tikka Plus w/ 3 lithium AAAs
2.4
bug dope Small bottle DEET
2.0
lip balm Dermatone chap stick
1.0
toothbrush Children's Toothbrush
1.0
toothpaste/soap Crest Travel Size
0.85
alcohol hand gel 2 ounce bottle
2.0
toilet paper 1/2 Roll
4.0
Wet wipes
first aid Adventure Medical Kit
3.5
whistle Fox 40 whistle
1.0
repair (tools, batteries, etc.)
3.5
sewing kit Eagle Creek Travel Sewing Kit
1.5
cell phone Motorola Razr
3.4
storage bags (for small items) Zip Locs (4x)
0.5
CONSUMABLES
food 1.5 lbs per day (5 days max)
120.0
water 2.27 liters max
76.7
fuel 1 oz per meal (2 meals per day)
10.0
Thank you,
David