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== To Buy ==
*bivy
*sleeping bag
*sleeping pad
*base layers
*socks
*sock liners


== Shelter ==
== Shelter ==
*shelter
*shelter
**[http://outdoorequipmentsupplier.com/maccat_tarps.php hammock tarp] - 9.7 oz
**[http://outdoorequipmentsupplier.com/maccat_tarps.php hammock tarp] - 9.7 oz
***practice pitching
**guylines
**guylines
**6 titanium stakes - 1.3 oz
**6 (?) titanium stakes - 1.3 oz
**bug bivy?
**bug bivy?
***http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=55
***http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=55
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**[http://zpacks.com/backpacks/arc_blast.shtml Zpacks ArcBlast]
**[http://zpacks.com/backpacks/arc_blast.shtml Zpacks ArcBlast]
***30 lb weight limit
***30 lb weight limit
***$295 + extras
**$295 + extras
***ordered 5/15/15 (expected to arrive mid/late June):
**ordered 5/15/15 (expected to arrive mid/late June):
****Volume: 52 Liters - it was this or 60, close call, both will fit a standard bear can, I thought 60 might be a bit too bulky for me
***Volume: 52 Liters - it was this or 60, close call, both will fit a standard bear can, I thought 60 might be a bit too bulky for me
****Color: All Army Green w/ Black accents - was tempted by orange and indigo but was swayed by green being a good stashing color  
***Color: All Army Green w/ Black accents - was tempted by orange and indigo but was swayed by green being a good stashing color  
****Torso Height: Shortest (18 inches) - as per measurements & email to Zpacks
***Torso Height: Shortest (18 inches) - as per measurements & email to Zpacks
****Belt Length: Small (26 inches and up) - current pack measures 22", get lumbar pad if too big
***Belt Length: Small (26 inches and up) - current pack measures 22", get lumbar pad if too big
****Shoulder Pouch  
***Shoulder Pouch  
****Key Pocket (.2 oz)
***Key Pocket (.2 oz)
****Ice Axe Loops (Both Sides) (.1 oz) - for future mountaineering adventures
***Ice Axe Loops (Both Sides) (.1 oz) - for future mountaineering adventures
****Trekking Pole Holders, One Side (.2 oz)  
***Trekking Pole Holders, One Side (.2 oz)  
****Shock Cord Lashing (.5 oz) - to compress for use as day pack
***Shock Cord Lashing (.5 oz) - to compress for use as day pack
 
== Sleep ==
*sleeping pad
** Therm-a-rest NeoAir XLite (womens — smaller, lighter, warmer)
*sleeping bags/quilts (Jesse recommends rated down to 20 deg)
**http://www.enlightenedequipment.com/revelation/ 19oz, $250
 
 
== Shoes ==
*main shoes - [http://www.amazon.com/Altra-Womens-Superior-1-5-Running/dp/B00F36Y930 Altra Superior 1.5]
**Joe recommended - many people used them on JMT & PCT, zero drop but thicker sole than Vivos, better for rocky Sierras terrain
*camp/crossing/alternate shoes - Vivobarefoot Breatho Trail
*2-3 pairs of socks
*1 pair of sock liners
*gaiters
 
== Clothing ==
*base layer - merino wool
*bras - merino wool
*underwear - merino wool
*rain shell - Sierra Designs cagoule
*shorts
*leggings
*down coat
*neck gaiter
*hat
*gloves
 




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*bear cans (rent?)
*bear cans (rent?)
**[http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/bearcanrentals.htm yosemite rental]
**[http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/bearcanrentals.htm yosemite rental]
*shoes
*[http://www.zpacks.com/accessories/stuff_sacks.shtml stuff sacks]
**main shoes (vivos? minimalist?)
***Krystle ordered [http://www.amazon.com/Altra-Womens-Superior-1-5-Running/dp/B00F36Y930 Altra Superior 1.5] on 5/14
****Joe recommended - many people used them on JMT & PCT, zero drop but thicker sole than Vivos, better for rocky Sierras terrain
****Someone somewhere on the Internet said Superior dries more quickly than Lone Peak, but I did not confirm; these seem meshy and quick drying though.
****Superior 2.0 is more expensive and looks so blocky and I have skinny feet so
****I love the velcro in the back for gaiters
**camp shoes (flip flops? xeros?)
***also for stream crossings
*trekking poles
*trekking poles
*sunblock
*sunblock
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*cooking kit
*cooking kit
*knife/multitool/utensils
*knife/multitool/utensils
*udigit
*shovel
*first aid/emergency kit
*first aid/emergency kit
**bandaids
**bandaids
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*emergency whistle
*emergency whistle
*medication
*medication
**inhalers
**pill
**pill
*clothing
**base layers
**swimming stuff
** Mid-weight insulation
*** North Face Thermo Ball
**rain shell
*** Aaron's going w the OR Helium II
*** Krystle - Sierra Designs cagoule
**socks
**underwear
**shorts
**gloves
**gloves
*microtowel(s)
*microtowel(s)/handkerchief
*sleeping pads
** Therm-a-rest NeoAir XLite (womens — smaller, lighter, warmer)
*sleeping bags/quilts (Jesse recommends rated down to 20 deg)
**liner?
**K to buy...some options:
***[http://www.enlightenedequipment.com/prodigy/ prodigy] 26 oz / $170
***[http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=42&products_id=133 spirit quilt] 21 oz / $215
***[http://www.backpacking.net/makegear/make-quilt/index.html DIY] 24 oz / way cheaper (primaloft available [http://www.seattlefabrics.com/insulations.html here])
****alternative: 2 layers of climashield apex. Primaloft sport wears faster, isn't as effective of an insulator (warmth to weight ratio). Primaloft Gold is great but really hard to find.
*hat/cap/beanie
*bug repellant
*bug repellant
*itty bitty foam roller (tennis ball)
*itty bitty foam roller (tennis ball)

Revision as of 06:16, 9 July 2015

To Buy

  • bivy
  • sleeping bag
  • sleeping pad
  • base layers
  • socks
  • sock liners

Shelter

Pack

    • Zpacks ArcBlast
      • 30 lb weight limit
    • $295 + extras
    • ordered 5/15/15 (expected to arrive mid/late June):
      • Volume: 52 Liters - it was this or 60, close call, both will fit a standard bear can, I thought 60 might be a bit too bulky for me
      • Color: All Army Green w/ Black accents - was tempted by orange and indigo but was swayed by green being a good stashing color
      • Torso Height: Shortest (18 inches) - as per measurements & email to Zpacks
      • Belt Length: Small (26 inches and up) - current pack measures 22", get lumbar pad if too big
      • Shoulder Pouch
      • Key Pocket (.2 oz)
      • Ice Axe Loops (Both Sides) (.1 oz) - for future mountaineering adventures
      • Trekking Pole Holders, One Side (.2 oz)
      • Shock Cord Lashing (.5 oz) - to compress for use as day pack

Sleep


Shoes

  • main shoes - Altra Superior 1.5
    • Joe recommended - many people used them on JMT & PCT, zero drop but thicker sole than Vivos, better for rocky Sierras terrain
  • camp/crossing/alternate shoes - Vivobarefoot Breatho Trail
  • 2-3 pairs of socks
  • 1 pair of sock liners
  • gaiters

Clothing

  • base layer - merino wool
  • bras - merino wool
  • underwear - merino wool
  • rain shell - Sierra Designs cagoule
  • shorts
  • leggings
  • down coat
  • neck gaiter
  • hat
  • gloves


Other

  • bear cans (rent?)
  • stuff sacks
  • trekking poles
  • sunblock
  • sunglasses
  • gaiters
  • camera
  • maps/navigation
  • biodegradable soap (bronner's?)
  • hand sanitizer
  • wipes
  • stove & fuel
  • cooking kit
  • knife/multitool/utensils
  • shovel
  • first aid/emergency kit
    • bandaids
    • secondskin
    • moleskin
    • bodyglide
    • pepto
    • immodium AD
    • painkillers
    • aspirin
    • epipen
    • duct tape
    • superglue
    • needle + thread
    • waterproof matches
    • water treatment tablets
    • bug bite treatment
    • lighter
  • compass
  • emergency whistle
  • medication
    • pill
    • gloves
  • microtowel(s)/handkerchief
  • bug repellant
  • itty bitty foam roller (tennis ball)
  • water filter
  • water bottles/containers
  • glasses/contacts stuff
  • toothbrush
  • paper towels
  • zip lock bags
  • headlamps, flashlights
  • batteries
  • watch
  • ID, health insurance card, cash, debit card
  • emergency contact info
  • lip balm
  • paper and pen
  • nail clippers
  • mini scissors (for cutting moleskin donuts)

Food

  • coffee
  • resupply treats!
    • dried fruit
  • energy bars/mix
  • couscous
  • ramen
  • cheese
  • cured meat - sausage/salami