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KitPriorityBrandModelQuantityTotal Weight (g)Reason For Choosing Make & ModelPost Trip Comments
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Clothing Worn
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Waterproof JacketEssentialSalomonS/LAB Qst GTX1598Salomon sponsored the journey. GORE-TEX to protect against the harsh environments.Fantastic jacket. Delivered on all accounts.
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Waterproof TrousersEssentialSalomonBonatti WP Pant1110Super light weight breathable weatherproof trousers.Not really robust enough for Icelandic weather, but I managed as I had the poncho as well.
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LeggingsEssentialSalomonAigle Warm Tight1188Comfortable and added warmth.
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Fleece JacketEssentialSalomonDrifter Air Mid Hoodie1382Windproof at front, really warm, but very breathable.Had not used this top before. Fantastic! Really warm.
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Long Sleeve TeeEssentialSalomonElevate Move'on LS Tee1120My favourite Tee's. Super comfy warm breathable base layer.
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Socks EssentialBridgedaleWoolFusion Trekker180Bridgedale make fantastic socks. I chose a mid weight trekking sock.
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Walking BootsEssentialSalomonX Ultra 3 Mid GTX1420Waterproof, great grip and lightweight. Feel like you are wearing traniners but offer more support.
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Pants EssentialSloggieEver Fresh Shorty135My go-to for comfort and quick drying.
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Bra TopEssentialSalomonThe 37.5 Bra195Feels dry even when wet, and won’t freeze.
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HeadbandAdditionalSalomonRS Pro Headband115Simply to keep my hair out my face on the windy days.
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CapAdditionalSalomonElavate Logo Cap160Lightweight and needed to keep mosi net off my face.
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Trekking PolesAdditionalBlack DiamondDistance Carbon Z1296Fantastic poles. Super lightweight that pack down small.Poles essential for this trip especially on the river crossings.
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WatchEssentialTissotT-Touch1125Watch I have had for years. 13 functions including altimeter, compass and alarm.
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Additional Clothing
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Down JacketEssentialSalomonHaloes Down Hoodie1400Windproof down jacket for warmth at the end of a long day.
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Sleep LeggingsEssentialSalomonPrimo Warm Seemless Tights1115Thermal base layer for sleeping in.
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Sleep Long Sleeve TeeEssentialSalomonPrimo Warm LS Tee1154Thermal base layer for sleeping in.
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Woolly HatEssentialSalomonLogo Beanie160Keep head warm while sleeping.
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Neck WarmerAdditionalSalomonFleece Neck Warmer147Neck warmer that you can pull up over you face on a windy & stormy day.
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Warm GlovesEssentialSalomonWarm Overmitten164Love the versatility of these mitts. Insulated mitten and the finger section flips back for more dexterity.
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Rain GlovesEssentialExtremitesGoretex Mitt170Love these Mitts. They are properly waterproof and windproof.
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Spare SocksEssentialBridgedaleWoolFusion Trekker180Bridgedale make fantastic socks. I chose a mid weight trekking sock.
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Down BootiesAdditionalRabNeutrino1145Have had these Rab ones for years. They do the job. I suffer from cold feet, so these help me sleep better.
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River shoesAdditionaln/an/a1160I bought a cheap lightweight pair to prevent slipping on river crossings. Remove boots to prevent blisters.
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Mozi HeadnetEssentialSea to SummitNano 122For the blackflies that are very bad in certain areas of IcelandCouldn't have been with out this!
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GogglesEssentialSalomonSMax1145Some old ski goggles I had, to protect my eyes from sharp volcanic ash being blown in the strong winds.Wore these most days, would highly recommend.
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Dust MaskAdditionalErgoxn/a15To protect from breathing in the volcanic ash during a sand storm.Didn't use as I had no sand storms, but there had been one the week before I got there.
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PonchoAdditionalTerra Hikern/a1175A favourite bit of kit. Cheap £10 reusable plastic poncho. Go's over me & my pack as extra protection.
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Sleeping Equipment
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TentEssentialNordiskLofoten 2 ULW1615A fantastic ultra light, low profile, double skin race tent. A risk in Icelandic weather, but very weight saving.Despite this tent not being designed for a journey like this, it held up to the weather fantastically.
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Additional Ground SheetEssentialNordiskLofoten1165To protect the lightweight tent fabric from the sharp volcanic rock ground.Paramount on this trip due to the volcanic rock and the lightweight nature of my tent fabric.
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Sand Tent PegsEssentialMSRCyclone stakes4140For additional strength as the ground was predominantly very soft/sandy.The ground was still problematic in many places. Not sure how much the stakes helped.
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Sleeping BagEssentialMountain EquipmentHellium 4001855ME make fantastic bags! The Hellium offers the perfect combination of warmth to weight.
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Bivvy BagAdditionalMountain EquipmentIon1280Extra protection for my sleeping bag against the horrendous Icelandic weather.I am glad I took this. In big storms the tent got a little wet on the inside so this added protection.
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Sleeping MatEssentialThermarestNeoAir XLite1340I have been using the NeoAir's for 15+ years. Great insulation and comfort.
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Packing Equipment
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BackpackEssentialOspreyAura AG 65L12011Osprey make very comfortable packs. The Aura had just enough capacity for 2 weeks.
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Pack LinerEssentialSea to Summit90L Dry Bag 1136Iceland can be very wet, so I put all drybags inside a big packliner drybag.
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Tent/Wet Storage BagEssentialSea to SummitUtra-Sil 8L130For when tent is wet, you can put it in the drybag on outside of backpack until you can dry it
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Clothing Storage BagEssentialSea to SummitUtra-Sil 8L130Protection against the elements
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Sleeping Bag Storage BagEssentialSea to SummitUtra-Sil 13L140Protection against the elements
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Electronics Storage BagEssentialSea to SummitUtra-Sil 2L135Protection against the elements
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Medical Kit Storage BagEssentialSea to SummitUlta-Sil 1L118Protection against the elements
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Document WalletEssentialLezyneWallet Medium140Protection against the elements
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Hydration Equipment
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Nalgene 1L Bottle EssentialNalgene1L2360Robust water bottle, that you can also fill with boiling water as a sleeping bag hot water bottle.
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Spare Water Carrier 2LEssentialCamelbak2L135Increased carrying capacity for sections where water supply was very limited.Only had to use this once, but glad I had it.
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Water FilterEssentialMSRTrailshot1155I use the trailshot because it's so small.
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Water Purification TabletsEssentialKatadynMicropur508Purifiyer for protection against bacteria, viruses and giardia.Used most days just to be extra careful, as didn't want sickness to ruin my trip.
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Coffee Filter PapersAdditionaln/an/a3020Back up in case water filter breaks. Didn't need, but worth taking as they are so light
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Cooking Equipment
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StoveEssentialMSRPocketRocket 2173I just love this little stove. Tiny, light and boils fast.
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GasEssentialMSRIsoPro2440Enough gas for one warm dinner each night & some spare for a hot water bottle if I get wet.Had plenty to spare and made a hot water bottle nearly every night.
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Cooking PotEssentialToaks Titanium 550ml1105Perfect size for one person eating dehydrated meals. The titanium makes it light and strong.
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SporkEssentialSea to SummitAlphaLight19I like a titanium spork as they are light and strong. Plastic ones are prone to breaking.
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LighterEssentialn/an/a112Small cheap plastic lighter.
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Waterproof MatchesEssentialn/an/a108To use in an emergency if lighter should fail.
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Folding Sit PadAdditionalCAOn/a125Just a couple of pounds/euros to buy. So useful for such little weight. I always take it.
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Wash Kit
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Powdered toothpasteEssentialEucrylFreshmint115A small amount goes a long way and it weighs a lot less than toothpaste.
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ToothbrushEssentialn/an/a14I cut the handle off to save weight.
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Lip BalmEssentialAlbus & FloraSPF 30125This is my favourite lipbalm brand, SPF protection, but still a little girly.
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Loo RollEssentialn/an/a175
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HairbandEssentialn/an/a11In case I lost the one I was wearing.
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TrowelEssentialThe Tent LabDeuce #2117Super light weight, so no excuse to no 'leave no trace'.
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Medical Kit
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ImodiumSafetyIngualn/a61
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Strappal TapeSafetyStrappaln/a130One of my favourite bits of kit. Great blister protection, and stays on through dirt and water.
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Micropore TapeSafety3Mn/a122For use on cuts and grazes instead of plasters.
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Diclofenac GelSafetyVoltarolGel 2%137I find this gel great for any knee or achilies pain.
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Antiseptic wipesSafetyNumarkn/a26To clean cuts and grazes before applying micropore tape or dressing.
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AntibioticsSafetyMetronidazolen/aCourse22Antibiotic for Skin ulcers, dental abscesses, diarrhea with blood, bacterial vagiosis etc.
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AntibioticsSafetyCo-amoxiclavn/aCourse34Antibiotic for chest infection, skin infection, urine infection etc.
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Hemostatic CompressSafetyQuickclotn/a132When heading through remote locations these dressings can stop heavy bleeding quickly.
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Steri StripsSafety3Mn/a38Help to close up small cuts, allowing them to heal quicker.
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Sterile DressingSafetyn/an/a115
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Diclofenac TabletsSafetyn/an/aCourse8Anti inflammatory tablets to alleviate joint pain caused by swelling.
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ParacetamolSafety500mgn/a108
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Teeth GelAdditionalOrajelExtra Strength18Toothache, ulcer and gum pain relief.
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Safety PinSafetyn/an/a10To drain blisters.
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Tick TweezerSafetyn/an/a11Unlikely, as the route went through very little vegetation, but just in case.
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Eye dropsAdditionaln/an/a21In case I got ash or grit in my eyes from the strong winds.
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Rehydration SachetsSafetyDyrolyten/a315These are fantastic after excessive perspiration in the heat, vomiting, diarrhoea or fever.
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Navigation Equipment
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GPSEssentialGarminEtrex301125My route had been uploaded onto the etrex for navigation.
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CompassSafetySilvaExpedition185Backup in case of GPS battery failure.
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MapsSafetyIdnun/a350I cut these down to carry just the sections of map I need.
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AA Batteries for GPSEssentialEnergizeLithium8140Spare batteries. Lithiums last longer.
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Electronics Kit