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Gear List video: https://youtu.be/cUb_CDVjDFc
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ItemNotesWeight (in ounces)
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Pack
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Backpacking BuddyPinky :) Has traveled the length of the Arizona Trail and Oregon Desert Trail as well as the CDT available: http://www.arlettelaan.com/0.5
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Gossamer Gear Silverback Size Small w/small hipbeltBackpad replaced with nitelite pad for sleeping. Excellent durability and comfort.33
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Gossamer Gear Shoulder Pockets (one of each size)Used the large throughout for phone. Ended up sending the small home when I wasn't using it much. 2.8
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Ditties
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Compass1.75
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Beta3
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Gossamer Gear Clear Waterproof Pack LinerWasn't satisfied with durability and switched to a heavier (2.5oz) roll top design: 1.2
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Loksack Opsack2 large and one medium5
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Swiss Army Classic knife0.8
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Toothpaste1
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Hot Hands (2)hand warmers1.7
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Sewing kit0.1
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.5 oz Neosporin0.5
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Immodium, Benadryl, Aleve0.3
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mesh repair kit0.1
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mini floss0.1
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toothbrush0.3
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Gossamer Gear stuff sacksPretty worn out by the end, but held up to daily use for 3k miles: 2
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Leuko Tape0.3
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Wet WipesIndividually wrapped. one per day0.2
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hand sani0.3
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Sawyer Sunscreen0.5
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picaridin bug spray by Sawyer0.3
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eyedrops/extra contact lenses
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Imbue Patches1
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bear bagging rope1.5
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Cooking
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Montbell Titanium Cup 450Excellent cup, but I'd get a bigger one next time for more coffee ;) Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?cat_id=14041&p_id=11245152.5
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Montbell O.D. Compact Dripper Coffee MakerTwo sizes available. I used the larger one. Was really great to have pour overs every morning! Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?cat_id=14042&p_id=11245380.25
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Bamboo spoonLove that this is natural and has a long handle. Did notice that if I wasn't thorough in cleaning it can mold:0.7
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Esbit Tabs and Lighter6.5
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GVP Cook SystemPerfect for one. A little harder to cook for two: 4.5
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Sleeping System
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fleece pantsCuddle Duds3.7
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fleece shirtCuddle Duds4.7
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Klymit Inflatable padswitched to Gossamer Gear Prototype half way through3
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Nightlite Torso Length sleeping padSuper comfortable and warm.4.6
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Point 6 compression socks
https://point6.com/products/compression-dot2.6
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Thinlite Foam Padsit pad in day/extra padding at night. 2.4
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ZPacks 45 Sleeping Bagwith waterproof stuff sack18
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Flip Flopscamp shoes. Lost one on the first day and never replaced them.
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Shelter
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ZPacks DuplexWith flex poles freestanding. Worked great except in high winds.
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Gossamer Gear Polycryo GroundsheetOne will last a thru-hike. We replaced ours after the ODT+2/3 of CDT. 1.6
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Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking polesStraps removed. Lower sections broke after about 2,600 miles of use. Must be cautious to not get them stuck and put excessive torque on them. Otherwise, great4.6
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Hats, Gloves, Buffs, Bandanas, Sleeves, etc
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Montbell VisorNon elastic adjustable! Way more comfortable than others. Just don't put it in the dryer on accident. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=1118194
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Sunglasses and strap1.2
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Montbell Micro Hand Towel0.25
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Seirus Phanton Gore-Tex MittsIncredibly warm and light. I cut off extra straps/cinch for weight. Available: https://www.seirus.com/phantom-gore-tex-mitt-6236.html5
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Fleece Gloves1.4
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Montbell U.L. Shell MittsHandy in wind and wet conditions to layer with the fleece gloves. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=23081050.4
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Montbell Climbapro Watch CapWindproof and very warm. Water repellent. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=11088431.5
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Altra Buff1.25
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Jackets and Rain Protection
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Montbell U.L. Thermawrap JacketPerfect mid layer. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=23013017.5
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Montbell Versalite Rain JacketLight, comfortable, waterproof. Perfect storm layer for thru-hiking. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=23281676
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Montbell Peak Shell PantsPerfect for the cold and storms of Colorado. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=23282865
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Hiking Clothes
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Point 6 SocksTried several styles. Preferred the Active Extra Light mini-crew out of all of them because of the fun colors and balance of wool and synthetic which dried fast, maintained shape and was comfortable. The CDT hike light crew lasted the longest of any pair of socks I've owned (~1000 miles). Available: https://point6.com1.5
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Montbell Wickron Stretch One Piece hiking dressExcellent hiking dress. link was broken for a while, however this link to the similar skirt (which i love) still works. if the dress is available it should be located in the same category: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=23051125.5
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Montbell Zeo Line L.W. Arm Warmer
Wore these on my legs for warmth, scratch and sun protection. Lasted about 2,000 mi. Available: https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?p_id=11071611.25
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Ibex Balance Dance BraComfort and no stink. Has over 4k miles on it with no wear. 1.7
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Socks and Shoes
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2pr Point 6 extra light mini crew hiking socks
See notes above3
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Altra Trail GaitersCompatible with Altra Trail shoes. Center seam opened after about 1k miles. Available: https://www.altrarunning.com/trail-gaiters/trail-running-gaiters1.6
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Altra Lone Peak My go to shoe for trail running and through hiking. Wore some of the Neo Shell models as well as the 3.0. Available: https://www.altrarunning.com25
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Hydration
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Ultimate Direction 70 oz hydration bladder with Sawyer All in One In Line Filter10
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Ultimate Direction Body Bottle Plus
Nipple got moldy fast. Switched to reused plastic bottles from in town beverages.1.7
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backflush syringe1.1
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Sawyer 64 oz pouches (2)Went through 3. They tend to burst after a while of squeezing.2.8
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Technology
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Anker External BatteryFirst time using this brand. Much better quality than cheapo ones I'd had before. Worthe the investment. Available: anker.com6.5
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Smart Phonewith charger cord and wall plug10
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InReach8
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OR Sensor Dry Envelopefor extra waterproofness for electronics0.8
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Black Diamond Spot headlamp
held up well even in rain. Available: https://blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/headlamps-and-lanterns/spot-headlamp-BD620621TRCHALL1.html2.9
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Extra BatteriesLithium AAA3
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Stick PicI couldn't get the hang of this...but I'll keep trying!1
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Technical Gear