Just went out to REI and got my first very own pack. I toyed with a few packs that our parents gave us from their garages, but none of them actually fit me. So, for x-mas I asked my boyfriend to buy me a pack.
I got a REI Cruise UL 60. I tried on several, and it fit me the best out of the under $200 category. It was only about $100! So with the extra money we also bought a PocketRocket stove.
I brought it home, and immediately packed it up. The only things I believe are missing is water, and a jacket.
It came in at about 16lbs packed. Which I'm pretty proud of.
When I feel more energetic I need to make a gear list, so that ya'll can point out any glaring items missing to me. But since my first overnight is months away at this point, I'll get around to it later.