My 5 lb Gear List For The 2023 Allegheny 100
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- Опубліковано 13 лип 2024
- The 2023 Allegheny 100 may be a few months away, but I'm excited to get back out on the North Country Trail this year and I'm looking forward to the hike! I've been getting big mileage in on the trails during this unusually warm winter and getting my gear dialed in. This video is a look at my 5 lb gear list of what I'll be using this year for the A-100 and is also a gear list I would apply to many other 3-season hikes.
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I can’t wait for a video detailing what food you’re planning on bringing.
@andrewmytys5035 Thanks! I'm looking forward to sharing that video!
WOW 😮 ... always very interesting to see a dialed-in ultralight kit. This looks efficient and well thought out, plus a bit on the edge. Good luck with the hike 👍.
@PaulSchortemeyer Thanks for visiting my channel and watching the video. With my trip research, experience at the event and getting out on the trail to get things dialed in, I’m hoping it helps me complete the mileage within the timeframe given. Thank you! 🙏
Kudos on mentioning the SPF lip balm, compass and bug net. Those were the LAST things I thought I needed to bring.
Awesome! My hiking buddy and I signed up for 75miles, so stoked!
@angelacaleyart8854 Nice! It's a really fun event with a great community and a great trail organization. Best of luck to you and your hiking buddy with your 75 mile goals!
@@matjobin Thank you! to you as well!
"Hi, this is knowledge and I've come out here to drop some knowledge in the woods"
I am training with some folks that are doing the A100. They have successfully done the full 100 miles in the past.
I find it interesting to see the various strategies involved in terms of time moving on trail, gear, and food.
Their strategy is to basically go until they can’t maintain a 2.7-3 MPH pace, and then rest. They’ll probably get in 35 miles if not more before their first rest, ten miles into the challenge.
They’re also just planning on using shelters to rest, or cowboy camping.
I’m only going for 75 miles and that opens up a lot of possibilities for breaks, etc.
In terms of gear, I also see that people either are coming from a backpacker’s mentality like you, where they basically take a skinnied down version of a backpacking kit, or a dayhiker’s mentality where they take dayhiking gear with a slight step up for an extended rest (but no quilt, etc.).
I’m also in the “backpackers” camp in terms of gear. I’m taking a hammock as I find my joints recover better when not on the ground. I’ve also got a cook kit, so my weight is six pounds rather than your five.
@andrewmytys5035 Nice! I'm hoping to cross the 100 mile mark this year! I've been on both halves of the course, but just need to piece them together now. One year I unfortunately had food poisoning and made it 51 miles in 16 hours from Rte 66 Trailhead to just past Henry Mills (halfway point). I also made it 50 miles to Henry Mills from Willow Bay the following year (36 miles in before landing sideways on my foot and ankle on a rock and tearing ligaments, then hiking another 14 miles to the halfway). It was a tough call, but I didn't want to become a liability and irresponsible out there.
There's no right or wrong way to complete the 100. The important thing is to have fun out there (or Type II fun haha). It's a great event with a great community and great trail organization. I can't wait to be back out there! It can be tough not going fast right at the start. Especially with all of the excitement and inspiration around. My strategy this year is flexible, but I'm aiming to hike 6 or 7 hours the first night and rest wherever I am at that point. Then hike 13-15 hours each following day and get a good amount of rest and recovery in between, similar to if I wear on a thru-hike. So I definitely have more of a backpacker approach to it. It can get cool and damp on the NCT at night so the quilt will help aid in whatever rest/recovery I can get. Your hammock is a fantastic idea and should work well for you. Best of luck out there with your 75 mile goal this year! Looking forward to hiking out there with you.
The Tachyon jacket is so light it’s probably a good idea to take it no matter what the weather. You’ll be roasting in the rain shell and thus will probably only want to wear it if it’s really coming down hard, and then if there’s a light sprinkle or just a cold front that’s around the Tachyon will be the solution to go with.
@andrewmytys5035 The Tachyon is light and is one of my favorite jackets. The Norvan has kept me dry on the outside in all day rain over the years, but sweat buildup is always unavoidable in any waterproof layer. Though it can be reduced. I don't want any redundancy in my pack so I'll be able to make a better call for which one I want to bring as the hike gets closer 🙂
Good luck on the A100, just sub'ed to see how you do this year.
Thanks for subscribing @OutsideChronicles! Looking forward to the A100 this year and sharing my post-hike experience with you.
impressive setup! we will post this over on our facebook page
@HilltopPacks Thank you! I’m feeling pretty dialed in with it and can’t wait to see how it does out on the Allegheny 100 this year. Thanks so much for sharing!
Great load out.. I’m starting to think about mine as well. I signed up as well. Using it for a “warm up” for my Tahoe Rim Trail thru hike in July.
Thanks @juanbackpacks! Happy to see you’ll be out there for the A-100 too. Looking forward to hiking with you. I haven’t hiked the TRT yet, but it’s on my list! The A-100 should help quite a bit.
@@matjobin I’ve don quite a bit out in the Sierra the pat 5 years. I’ve thru hiked both the John Muir Trail (NOBO) and the High Sierra Trail plus some other side trips. It’s my absolute favorite place to backpack.
@@juanbackpacks Nice! It’s one of my favorite places too. The JMT was one of my first hikes and holds a special place in my heart. Always enjoyed my time on the PCT and other trails out west.
eeeewwwwww BOOOOOGERS!!!!!!
Great set up! Which specific injinjis do you use? I’ve been using injinjs as liners with darn tough. But in switching to more minimalist footwear, I want to see if I can get away with only injinji and no darn tough. But think I’d need a thicker injinji both for durability and absorption.
Thanks! I am showing the Injinji Run No Show socks in this video, but I wear all of the socks they make. It just depends on the type of trip or hike. My favorites are the thinner liner-like socks (Run socks and Spectrum socks) because I run warm so it helps with breathability and dry time. They can break down faster than the thicker socks though. If I'm on a thru hike on one of the longer long distance trails, I'll go with the thicker trail series socks for the increased durability under that type of stress.
How tight is the tarp do you feel? Im thinking of doing a myog 137cm x 290cm dcf tarp to save money and weight. The simplicity of it is appeals to me. I dont mind being cramped in tight during a heavy rain fall, but in less harsch conditions, do feel you can set it up less cramped? Cheers
@oscargranstrom3284 The simplicity and seamless construction of the MLD tarp is what appealed to me too. The lower weight and cost are nice added benefits too. It leaves little room for error though. It can definitely be setup in ways where it is less cramped. In heavy rain, I could use my umbrella or rain jacket as a fourth wall with a half pyramid setup. I could also use vegetation or other natural barriers if they are around. For trails with short lived storms I would be ok with a 137cm x 290 cm tarp or my MLD tarp. If I am out on a trail that gets a lot of heavy rain often like the Appalachian Trail, I would go with my 7x9 tarp or something a little larger for my sanity and since they are more forgiving.
Where did you get the gasket and wire strainer for the Sawyer Squeeze? That’s ingenious!
I think this is a probably a garden hose filter washer? ua-cam.com/video/zUxKc9clnyo/v-deo.html
@daven.7685 Thanks! It works really well. I purchased a couple of them on Amazon (www.amazon.com/Danco-80070-Washers-Screen-Black/dp/B000KKULR2/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2XS9NHEKPDP1M&keywords=danco+hose+washer+with+screen&qid=1678277616&sprefix=danco+hose+%2Caps%2C197&sr=8-3).
@@matjobin Thanks!
@@dcaudwell Thanks for the link! That was very helpful to see.
Generally, food grade plastic is often, if not always white. That hose strainer is designed for use with a garden hose. I use for the same purpose a 25 micron filter bag intended for use with potable water. You can buy them on Amazon and they weigh about an ounce or less. I suspend it inside a CNOC bag and dip the water from the source using a cutoff water bottle. While that strainer will keep the really big pieces of debris from entering your filter I am almost certain that it does not filter down to 25 microns or 25/1000th of a mm. The site did not state the filtration level for it.
Matt, what is you sleep strategy to get that many miles down in 50 hours?
@juanbackpacks I'm planning on hiking about 6 or 7 hours the first night and 13-15 hours the following days depending on how I'm feeling and trail conditions. I'll be getting rest in between so l'm looking at 4 or 5 hours for the first leg and a good 8 hours or so between the two bigger stretches. If any adjustments are needed, I am open to making them and not set on my overall plan.
i was hoping to do the A100 this year but i've been dealing with a hamstring injury so no go..... which size is your cork ball? the mini, micro, classic? good luck out there!! once my hamstring is better i'm planning on doing the KT in southern indiana as a A100 style. also how do you like the headphones?
@juskojj Sorry to hear about your injury and hope you have a quick recovery! The cork ball in my video is the micro. I have the mini and classic also. They are very helpful out on the trail and also at home. Thank you! I can’t wait to get out there! Hope you are able to try for the A100 next year. The headphones have been great. I love that I can still hear everything around me on the trail, and get that motivational boost when needed. The battery last about 10-11 hours before it needs a recharge.
Thanks, it's been slow going.
Do you find the micro sufficient on the trail? What do you focus on? Feet?
I'm also planning on a Montana trip a few weeks before the A100 next year so we'll have to see....
@@joshjusko3236 I had started with the classic on the trail, but I find the mini to work just as well out there so I pack the mini now instead (not the micro, sorry I did a doubletake and noticed I mixed those two up). The mini is the one I am showing in this video. The minimal weight difference between the classic and mini is an added benefit, but for me it is moreso that it fits nicely with the rest of my small essentials in the one stuff sack that I carry in my pack for organization and quick access. I focus on anything that might be tight or sore at the end of the day. After hiking high mileage days each day, it is my feet most of the time but I have used it on my legs, back and shoulders too. I use the micro at home for areas like the hands and neck. Montana is beautiful. I’ve had some great experiences on the trail out there. Enjoy!
Hi Mat,
I'm planning on doing the Allegheny 100 this year. I have 2 questions based on you having done it before...
Do you have a sleep strategy?
I was thinking I'd want to sleep when it's dark to maximize when I can move faster in daylight.
Relatedly, how easy is it to navigate that trail at night? Are the blue blazes easy to see with a headlamp, or is the trail easy to see at night so you don't have to worry about seeing the blazes too much?
I was snowshoeing there yesterday and the blazes don't look too reflective.
Thanks Mat,
Jason
Hi Jason,
I do have a sleep strategy, but am open to adjusting it as needed. I'm planning on hiking about 6 or 7 hours the first night and 13-15 hours the following days depending on how I'm feeling and trail conditions. I'll be getting rest in between so I'm looking at 4 or 5 hours for the first leg and a good 8 hours or so between the two bigger stretches.
The first night is relatively easy to navigate due to the number of hikers out there at the time and since it kicks off in the evening. The blazes aren't reflective, but I haven't had any trouble following the trail in the past with a headlamp. A couple of conditioning night hikes beforehand can help with feeling better in tune. Though I remember significant rainfall affecting things a couple of years back. The night hiking was slower and I had hiked alone for most of it with only seeing a couple other hikers at times. I sadly ended up tearing ligaments in my ankle the following day after a rock dislodged in the mud from under me and I landed with my foot bent sideways. I've hiked the A100 south to north 51 miles and north to south 50 miles so I've been on the entire section for the challenge but fell short due to that injury one year and food poisoning the other. I'm determined to see the whole 100 miles through this year and connect those two 50 mile finishes from the past. Due to those experiences, I haven't experienced hiking the final night out there. I've heard you would most likely be hiking alone most of the time so that could influence the ability to navigate a little. I definitely noticed things spread out a bit more after passing the 25 mile mark.
Looking forward to hiking with you on the NCT this year. Thanks for the questions.
@@matjobin Thanks a lot Matt and Good luck!
@@jasonhikesunedited6699 Thanks! Good luck to you too!
Hey Jason there are dime size reflective pins on 98% of the markers. Traveling at night is super simple because of it. I also used the garmin inreach with the maps on my iphone to make sure I didn't get off trail. I finished last year and wasn't able to get to sleep. If I was doing it again I would bring a bivy and take advantage of the lean-tos.
@@michaelmcdonald9793 Thanks a lot Michael. I've never noticed the pins before.
No cook kit but you’re making coffee? Cold mountain steam coffee?
where you get that filter for the sawyer
@FranklinHicks-qs4gs I purchased it on Amazon, but it isn't anything specific. I'd imagine they can be found in a hardware store too. Just like the Sawyer gaskets, you'll want to be careful not to over tighten the filter on the bottle threads. Here's the link for the one I ended up getting: www.amazon.com/Danco-80070-Washers-Screen-Black/dp/B000KKULR2/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1FQRGPZN50E45&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.k1EZNPZftp6hNq6kKSInDskeiIrhs0NoiJ2yiQLHmCj2EwXKWEG8N725rYbwFNSLYNLNuYhoAgTtLGoNP9JjqR4hGs3AtwOAL0s5agn-paguzGpGpqtK9B-ZblCBRpMSTV5W-C3tofbXD5U_xZJ8Z7HKofmXfNEWSiRFjXbtX0pyyrM67Tvwi-Rh9teVP8DTw4N5og49_38qC1ds92uzS0-OvJceF6TLBqSbwtJC9SOW9q4DpLymVCVsuhsbouLHPuwEIv7wXWodZ8LJwtpt3Ht8rvcpIou-XnTSLkdfN5U.scqSi27mkyAhOOX9A-r1ofIsyxEeZUrSaGfxqaeb5XU&dib_tag=se&keywords=hose%2Bgasket%2Bwith%2Bscreen&qid=1708345187&sprefix=hose%2Bgasket%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-5&th=1
@@matjobin Roger o found em. Just a water hose washer with screen. Nbd. Thansk
bugs ? its freezing
@elevatortohell2827 Very true for some parts of the country right now. It's been a very mild winter out on the trails where I've been. In New England I have already seen a few mosquitoes, spiders and ticks. This gear list video is specific for mid-June on the NCT, but I would use most of it during 3-season too. My winter setups could be very different depending on location and the conditions.
Started to watch but stopped when you were trying to show your pack. You can’t show gear or do a gear review in the shade not to mention you’re super far away. The light is wayyy too dark to see anything you’re showing? Why show it if we can’t see it right? Just a first time viewers opinion. Good luck on your race.