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gear list!
sleep system
Sea to Summit Sleeping Bag SPII -2 Deg Limit
560g
Best compressed size to weight to warmth ratio for any sleeping bag on the market. Don't skimp out on your sleeping bag!
399
PACOONE Sleeping Mat
1020g
I bought this because it was cheap and comfy. It's not very suitable for cold weather (< 0° C). But, there's an inbuilt pillow!
35
3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Tent
1060g
The best trekking tent you can get for the price in terms of weight and quality. Uses two trekking poles to set up and can fit two happy hikers!
277
Silk Sleeping Bag Liner
170g
Keeps my sleeping bag clean and adds a little bit of warmth.
15
hike system
Osprey Atmos AG 50L 2019
1920g
Great pack. Reliable, comfortable, and durable. Not the lightest, but it's comfort means you don't notice the extra weight. Can fit enough in here for a 6 day trek. I found it on FB marketplace along with half my possessions.
50
Naturehike Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
400g
The best and lightest trekking poles you can get for the price. Comes in a pair. So far hasn't let me down. Any comparable poles will be at least twice the price.
70
Salomon Quest 4 GTX Boots
655g
These shoes are OK. Comfy, but my sole is already starting to peel off after about 200km's of hiking through rocky / snowy terrain. I've had to shoe-glue it back together for now.
199
Mont-Bell L.W. Chain Spikes
268g
Essential for light snow trekking. Very light and portable!
49
cook system
SOTO Amicus Stove
75g
I LOVE THIS STOVE.
55
Decathlon Pot
170g
it's a pot. it comes in a kit with a bowl and all that. but i just use the pot.
30
Jetboil Gas Can 100g Fuel
194g
Using a Jetboil brand gas can makes me feel cool.
12.99
Mont-Bell Folding Spook/Fork
16g
Titanium cutlery is overrated. Microplastics taste better.
3
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System
190g
Cheap and reliable water filtration system. Essential if you're traveling to areas without clean water sources.
50
clothing system
Columbia Silver Ridge Hiking Shirt
120g
Very light and breathable long sleeve hiking shirt which is also has a UV rating! It's also quick to dry.
60
Uniqlo Heat-Tech Waffle Long Sleeve
140g
For the cold nights. I can't afford merino so this will do 🥲.
30
Macpac Uberlight Hooded Down Jacket
290g
Very important piece of kit for keeping you warm. Compacts into a tiny size, and is quite light. The hood has come in clutch many times, so I will always recommend buying a down jacket one with a hood.
79
Kathmandu Gore-Tex Rainjacket
300g
Not the best jacket, i've had it for more than a decade now and the DWR is barely working anymore. But it does the job for now.
200 (i think)
Macpac Pullover Fleece
350g
I bring this when it's forecasted to be extra chilly. It doesn't pack very well so it's usually hanging out the side of my bag.
70
Mont-Bell Light Guide Hiking Pants
303g
These pants make me feel like a cool Japanese 76 year old hiker grandpa.
87
Silverlight Hiking Socks x2
120g
These socks are amazing. They include silver yarn which is anti-bacterial (important for my smelly smelly feet). The socks are also very comfortable. Blisters are greatly reduced. They're expensive but come with lifetime warranty for any damages or wear.
80
Decathlon MT500 UV Hat
80g
i stole this hat from a friend.
misc items
Macpac / Sea to Summit Dry Bag 35L & 10L
80g
I don't use a rain cover for my pack. Instead, I use these dry bags to store my clothes, electronics, and sleep system in. It's just a bit more reliable, because rain covers tend to allow water ingress through the back.
40
Sea to Summit Poop Trowel
87g
see verse 3 of 'Lift Yourself - Kanye West.'
19.99
BlackDiamond Moji R+ Lantern
79g
I got this as a gift from my best friend. I use it at night to illuminate my tent. It's just the right level of brightness, and has a feature that lets it emulate the flickering and colour temperature of a fire.
69.99
BlackDiamond Astro 300 Headlamp
75g
This headlamp is extremely average for its price. It takes AAA batteries which is inconvenient because of their inability to recharge. Its light output is also quite low. I would recommend one of the NiteCore lithium ion battery rechargeable headlamps instead.
49.99
VRURC 20,000 mAH QC Portable Charger
383g
This portable charger charges and recharges quickly, has a small form factor, and has a decent capacity to weight ratio. It carries enough juice for up to 6 days of trekking with my phone on airplane mode and AllTrails running.
32.49