Gear List
The gear lists below are designed to meet the needs of the various types of trips I take. All are designed to be lightweight and/or ultralight gear lists. Some are lighter, some are heavier depending on my needs for durability, safety and comfort. Note the overall weights of all lists are low but include such items as a camera (luxury) and insulating layers (safety).
List One: Long Distance Backpacking
The long distance list was created primarily for my thru-hike of the 1200 mile Pacific Northwest Trail and therefore contains all elements necessary for survival for periods up to nine days.
Download the Long Distance ListList Two: Summer Backpacking
This is my “go to” list. It contains all the backpacking essentials required to spend a weekend or a week on the trail in comfort and safety with minimum weight.
Download the Summer ListList Three: Sub Five Pound Backpacking
This list is my most basic gear list. It allows me to carry only five pounds of gear on my back. I can take this gear plus four pounds of food for a comfortable and safe weekend in moderate to warm temps.
Download the Sub Five Pound ListList Four: Winter Backpacking
The winter list is to be taken when there is snow and/or temperatures below freezing. It includes a beefy sleeping pad and bag (essential for cold temps) as well as extra insulating layers.
Download the Winter List