Earlier this year I was planning my first long distance hike for the Colorado Trail but my buddy moved to California and the plans have changed. Now it looks like we are going to do the John Muir Trail instead seeing that he lives only a couple of hours away from the trail. We are looking to start the hike on August 1st and would like to complete it in 20 days. This will be my first thru hike. If anyone has suggestions on my gear or what to expect, that would be greatly appreciated! I would like to keep my pack under 35lb (I know that can be consider heavy by some). Here is a link to my gear list. http://lighterpack.com/r/4jh8oa
Thanks in advance for any and all help or insights for this trip.