My AT gear list.
After Trail Update: So I have to admit I took a couple more things than were listed. First I hate to be cold, ulta light be darned. I had four pairs of socks (justification, it was rainy, humid and nothing would dry out and I hate putting on wet socks). I had two pairs of leggings, capri & full length (justification,because you just never know, and sometimes I just want dry pants). I had three bandannas (justification, I just couldn’t decide which one not to take). That being said I did end up sending home my stove (it was nice when it was chilly), and my sun hat (you are in the green tunnel, not a lot of direct sun).
I know I need to get a grip and cut back for the CDT. Mostly all my gear worked super well! Loved the tent (but I am looking at a lighter Big Agnes!! Their sleeping bags are awesome, so why not the tent!). Oh and I am stepping up my sleeping pad (got to get over my fear of the blow up ones). Let the gear shopping begin!!!
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I have a new tent I’m trying out (it’s heavier) and an actual rain jacket. Oh and I am also including a stove. I’m still deciding on taking the Sawyer filter, maybe. I’m starting with my Saucony shoes and then to the Altra’s. Now if I can get this all on the plane with no issues!
| Pack- ULA CIRCUIT | |
| Shelter- Rei one person Tent | |
| Sleeping bag- Big Agnes Mirror Lake | |
| Sleeping bag stuff sac | |
| Z Lite sleeping pad | |
| Samsung Smartphone | |
| Sansa Clip Mp3 Player | |
| 2 pocket chargers for gadgets | |
| Energizer Headlamp | |
| Sawyer Mini Water filter/iodine tablets | |
| Esbit Stove | |
| Plastic container-for drinks and dinners | |
| Titanium spoon | |
| Knife | |
| Smart water bottle/Gatorade bottle | |
| Stuff sack for food | |
| Tiny notebook and pen, permit, guidebook,etc | |
| Various small items in ziploc: Toothbrush and toothpaste, floss with sewing needle inside, earplugs, ibuprofen, earbuds, extra chapstick, hairties, lighter. | |
| Sunglasses | |
| One ounce hand sanitizer | |
| Full size bottle of sunscreen | |
| Toilet paper | |
| Trash compactor bag liner | |
| Extra pair of darn tough socks | |
| Laundry down flash jacket | |
| rain jacket | |
| wool hat | |
| Bandanna x 2 | |
| Town dress | |
| Mosquito headnet as stuff sack for clothes | |
| Warm tights | |
| Total base weight of pack (this is the weight without food, water, fuel or worn clothing) | 17 lbs |
Worn: Hike skirt, synthetic shirt, Thorlo socks, sports bra, sun hat. Dirty girl gaiters and MSR trekking poles.
wandering chardonnay 
I’m following and cheering for you! Taking notes on what works and what does not; so be sure to fill us in later! I am 52 and training to do the AT with my son in 3 years for my 55th and when he graduates with his PT doctorate.