home
journal
gear
photos
guestbook        
maildrops        
itinerary        
support        
contact        
links          
         

Gear

Below is a list of the gear i plan to use during the trek. I have abandoned the "ultra-light" approach but still plan to go somewhat "lightweight." My pack will probably range from 30 to 45 pounds, depending upon the climate i am in and the distance to the next resupply point. I do not plan to carry all of the gear below at the same time. Some items will be used only for sections of the trail. Other items will undoubtedly be replaced or sent home when i decide they are not worth their weight.

Item Description

Weight

Image

Pack :: Granite Gear Stratus Lattitude

  • 4800 cu in

~5 lb 8 oz
w/ Dana Wet Rib & extra lid
& extra pockets

Ice Axe :: Black Diamond Raven Pro

18.2 oz
(w/ leash & guards)

Trekking Poles :: Leki Makalu

15 oz

Tent :: Big Agnes Seedhouse 1SL

body: 15.4 oz
fly: 18.5 oz
stakes: 6.2 oz
footprint: 5.3 oz

total: 2 lbs, 13oz

Sleeping Bag :: Sierra Designs Flash

  • 0 deg F
  • 800 fill down
2lb, 6 oz

Sleeping Pad :: Thermarest Prolite 4

  • self inflatable
  • 4 season pad
  • 1.5" thick
  • R-Value = 3.2
1 lb, 9 oz
ouch!

Water Filter :: MSR Sweetwater

    In addition, I will carry Aqua Mira chemical treatment
12.3 oz

Water Container :: MSR 4L Dromedary Bag

    In addition, I will carry:
  • 1 Liter Nalgene
  • Gatorade / Soda type bottles (up to 5 liters worth)
5.4 oz

Alcohol Burning Stove

1/2 oz

Med Kit

unknown

Mountaineering Glasses :: Julbo Sherpa

glasses: 1 oz
case: 1 oz

Watch :: Timex - Helix

  • thermometer
  • barometer
  • altimeter
2.5 oz

Bear Bag :: Ursack w/ aluminum insert

    Grizzly proof??
  • I will use the bag for the whole trip to protect my food from critters
  • The aluminum insert will be added where approved bear canisters are required

bag: 6.1 oz
insert: 13.6 oz

Sun Hat :: Sunday Afternoons - Adventure Hat

    huge, goofy brim
2.6 oz

Stuffed chicken

hmm

Gloves :: Arc'Teryx

    fleece
1.8 oz

Glove Shell :: Mountain Hardware

    windproof shells
3.4 oz

Soft Shell Jacket :: Mountain Hardware Alchemy

    windproof, water resistant, breathable
1 lb, 5.7 oz

Insulating Jacket :: Mountain Hardware Compressor PL

  • 15D Shell
  • PrimaLoftOne insulated jacket
12.5 oz

Clothing :: Moonstone Chagga Hoodie

    Fleece
11 oz

Clothing :: Polarmax Single Layer Pants

    polyester

 

5.9 oz

Clothing :: EMS Long Pants

    Nylon
8.6 oz

Clothing :: Marmot Precip Rain Pants

7 oz

Camera Gear :: Fuji Finepix S9000

  • 2 graduated nuetral density filter
  • 1 nuetral density filter
  • 1 blue / yellow polarizing filter
  • polarizing filter
  • haze filter
  • 2 sets AA batteries
  • battery charger
  • 3 memory cards
  • small tripod
  • neoprene case
ugh

Helium Balloons

    to lighten my load
yay

Random Stuff

  • compass
  • thread & needle
  • duct tape
  • fish hooks
  • dental floss
  • whistle
  • leatherman multitool
  • fuel bottle
ugh