First off, sorry for making another gear list post, i know there are a lot of these on here, but I think its worth it. I joined this site in 2006 with dreams of a Thru Hike that year, here I am 5 years later and my dream is finally comming true, funny how things work out.
Most of my gear is things I already own, and I know that I could cut weight but being a full time student, and working part time means I can't afford most of the stuff I would want.
Pack - Osprey Aether 70 (yes its big and heavy, but its what I got and it carries well and i like it)
Bag - EMS Boreal 20 (I know its not down, and its slightly heavy, but it keeps me warm)
Tent - EMS Velocity 1 (Again I know I could go with a tarp, or a lighter tent, but its what I can afford thanks for the EMS student discount, and some gear bucks cards I have, I saved a lot on it)
Kitchen - GSI soloist (minus the bowl it comes with), Pocket Rocket, Spork.
Water - MSR hiker pro, Platypus 2L, I will probably carry some random water bottles too if I need more water.
Pad - BA air core (Im a side sleeper, so I think im going with this over my Zlite) I will also be taking a small pillow, I value a good nights sleep
Headlamp - PTech Fuel
Tools/other - Small swiss army knife, Osprey pack cover, ziplock bags, garbage bag, Stuff sack, food bag, Compression bag for my sleeping bag, 2 bandanas, Guide book, duck tape around trekking poles, small first aid kit, small bottle of camp soap, tooth brush, tooth paste, small sewing/repair kit, 50ft of paracord.
Clothing
- 2 EMS short sleeve synth t shirts
- long sleeve EMS synth shirt
- 3 Pairs of socks (smartwool)
- Columbia lightweight fleece
- Insulated Jacket (Havn't bought this yet, not sure which to take yet, advice would be helpful)
- Columbia Rain Jacket (Might upgrade this to something better)
- Columbia Rain Pants
- Fleece pants (Got a pair of really lightweight, and warm fleece pants as a xmas gift, love these)
- Adidas running shorts
- Fleece Gloves
- 2 pairs EMS synth undies
- Balaclava
- EMS hiking pants
- Base layer top/bottom (Kohls brand, I like them but I might upgrade to something better maybe EMS techwick, or capilene)
Im sure I missed a few things, but any advice/tips/points/comment would be great.