“The big three” of my 2019 PCT trip

Using the same gear from my previous trips.

Sleep system

Sleeping Pad: Thermarest Women’s NeoAir XLite Regular

Way more comfortable than previous pads.

Sleeping Bag: Western Mountaineering UltraLite (20°F)

Light, warm, comfortable, with a very good hood. I like that they have smaller sizes. I have the 5’6″ version.


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Shelter system 

Tent: ZPacks Hexamid Solo w/ screen

Less than one pound for everything: tent body, pole, stakes, ropes, and ground cloth. Fine for moderate rain.

Pack

Pack: Gossamer Gear Gorilla (earlier version, pre-2012)

About 39L in the main compartment with a max recommended capacity of 35 lbs. The limited volume will likely be a challenge during parts of the trail. This time I have removed the tiny metallic internal frame. (I may add it later.)

Pack protection: white trash compactor bags to line the inside main compartment.


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