Hey guys!
So I've just got the to point where I know I'll be able to afford my hike (albeit tons cheaper than some of the figures I've seen posted) and now I'm looking at my current gear list. Some of its seen better days, and none of it was purchased to tackle an endeavor like this. However, its what I have and I'm not looking to spend money replacing sub optimum gear with top notch stuff.
I'm looking at a early/mid July start date.
anyways
Kelty Shadow 4500
Kelty 20 degree (cold creek?) synth bag
6ft self inflating sleeping pad
MSR pocket rocket
Bugaboo pot set which I'll prolly just be taking the biggest or second largest pot with me
An awesome spork
A heavy kelty 2 man tent, can't remember if its a gunnison or a teton. Can't get to it right now and apparently campmor doesnt have my order records from a few years back.
Headlamp
Katadyn Exstream Water Purifier that hasn't been touched in a while
Couple nalgenes for durability
Light columbia rain jacket/pants
Pair or two of smartwool socks.
As far as regular apparel I've always just used my regular running stuff for hiking. Not really sure what to do about this, if anything. Some coolmax shirts, athletic shorts, and a fleece or two. Probably need to pick up some actual pants...
..and I need NEW boots!
This list isn't all inclusive, just a general overview looking for thoughts and opinions. This setup got me through a late feb, early march trek through TGSM.
Thanks in advance!