Let’s talk about equipment: the walk

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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