We are about to begin
Things are getting serious. This month I will begin my first of many steps on the Pacific Crest Trail, but first, let’s talk gear!
My favorite topic: team
As a nerd on this topic, I must say that it is an endless topic. There are so many brands, reviews, and styles, but which one is best for me?
The truth is, when it comes to equipment, you never know. Everyone has to try things for themselves to find out what really works.
For simplicity, I will only talk about the equipment that fits my budget and comfort. I’m not saying it’s the best nor do I recommend it to anyone else. That being said, if you’d like more opinions or personal feedback on my setup, feel free to text me on Instagram. @outwithtavo.
So, here is my current team setup. Some things are still up in the air, but overall, this is what I’ll be taking with me when I hit the PCT:
*I purchased all of this equipment myself and am not affiliated with any brand. That said, I’m open to affiliations and sponsorships, just saying! :)) *
Here is the most detailed one. list of my equipment with the indicated weight. Some images do not include everything listed as they are still on the way.
4 big
Package: SWD Long Distance 40L
Shelter: Durston X Dome 1+
Sleeping mat: Nemo Tensor 4 season
Sleeping Pad/Sitting Pad: Additional 1/8″ Foam (Multipurpose)
Duvet: Neve Gear 17F Duvet
Kitchen
Stove: BRS 3000T Ultra stove
Bottle: Titanium TOAKs 550ml
Spork: TOAKs Titanium Long Spork
Water Filter: Sawyer Squeeze
Food Storage: Large Dyneema Bag
Extra clothes
Sock: very resistant.
Underwear: Synthetic
Waterproof jacket: Frogg Toggs
Windbreaker Pants: BodyWrap Dance Pants
Fleece Lining: Mountain Hardwear Airmesh
Padded jacket: Decatholon MT100
Pillow: Nemo Fillow Long
Toiletries
Bidet: Ass bidet
Paddle: Generic Ultralight Titanium
TP: Generic TP
Hand sanitizer: generic
Toothpaste: travel size
Toothbrush: 1/2 regular toothbrush
Electronics
SOS Device: Garmin In Reach 2
External batteries: 2 Anker 10,000 mAh
Microphone: DJI Mini Microphone
Light: NITE CORE NO 25
Cables: UBC short cable, Garmin charger adapter and wall charger
POV Camera: DJI OSMO nano
Wall charger: Anker Nano 67W
Tripod: Carbon fiber tripod
Several.
Lining: Garbage bag/DCF capsule
First aid: Band-aids, Lueko tape, safety pin, and maybe more Lueko tape.
Ground Sheet: Tyvek Sheet
Water storage: 1 CnVessica bottle and 3 Cncoc Thru bottles
Equipment carried / Clothing / Items not mentioned
Trekking Poles: REI Co Op Trail Made Poles
Shoes: Lone Peak 8 Size
Base layer top: synthetic t-shirt
Top Middle Layer: Nofry Sun Hoodie
Bottom: 7″ Vented Lightweight Active Shorts
Mini Knife: LST Mini Folding Knife
Wallet:
Temporary equipment
Container: Bear Vault 500
Micro Picks: Kahtoola Micro Picks
Ice ax: Petzl
Fleece Lining: Mountain Hardwear Airmesh
Gloves: REI Co Op Polartec Wind Fleece
Rain Paints: REI Unknown brand/model
Conclusion
And that’s it!
I actually don’t know 100% how this team will stay on track or what things will change, but based on my past experiences, I feel more confident with what I’ve put together for myself.
I plan to update you along the way, as well as when I’m done, to see what exactly I would have done differently.
But for now, we’re ready.
Happy trails!
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