Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike Gear List | NOT Ultralight!
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- Опубліковано 3 кві 2022
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FULL GEAR LIST WITH LINKS: lighterpack.com/r/26ev0k
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If you go with an Ice Axe..... Be sure to have someone show you how to use it ! I went on a winter climb of Mt. Shasta! we had a guide that was very good at training for high altitude and Ice and avalanche travel... he showed us how to use the axe and rope, for safe travel in ice and snow!
Excellent setup Kelly! Looking forward to following along on your vlogs. Wishing you the best out there on the PCT!
You're *the* queen of organization, bar none! This should be mandatory viewing for anyone going on a major hike. The wealth of info is amazing. The mini tweezer had me chuckle a little bit!
I love gear videos! Great job! Looks like you’re ready! I’m excited for you and can’t wait to follow your journey!! Thanks for sharing!👊🏻🥾🥾
Thanks girl!!!!
Hey 9L, this is getting real and exciting! Can’t wait to see you and Toasty on the trail!
Great list. Thanks for posting 👍
Looking forward to your upcoming PCT vlogs!
Nice items !!! Enjoy the trail
You have everything very well thought out. Obviously from experience doing the AT. Loved watching your thru-hike! Looking forward to following along with you on this hike!!!
Can't wait to see you start!
Great video! Great choices! Love the alpaca hoodie color😍 look so forward to following along! Blessings and cheers✌️
Great gear loadout!!! Good luck on the PCT.
I love following you!! You have such a fun personality and I love your motivation even through all your hard times!! So cool. Keep doing the damn thing girl
very informative! thank you :)
Can’t wait !!!
Hey Kelly, followed you on your AT hike and super excited you’re doing the PCT. Hoping to maybe do it next year so excited to learn from you as you go. Have fun!
I’m very excited for your PCT vlogs. I grew up on the east coast and was used to a certain amount of humidity. I went to Vegas for a wedding and had trouble breathing. It was so dry. Consider a small saline nasal spray if you think you’ll have the same issue.
Love your videos. Living vicariously through you, LOL. I’ll do a thru hike one day, until then I will watch you and my other favorites and be content with the weekend hiker lifestyle 😂
Was I just flashed by Kelly :) Thanks for the gear break down and looking forward to your vlog of the PCT. That tent should be a great upgrade for the PCT.
Dang Girl, I must say you are absolutely glowing! Really really looking forward to your PCT vlogs. Can't wait. Another fun video, thanks for sharing. 💓
Liked how you had the gear linked up with a website. Awesome. Have a great journey.
I can’t wait to see you and Toasty start this awesome journey!
Ooh that new pack makes me excited for my waymark pack to come in a month or so!
I'm just amazed at how all that fits in your Thru Pack, so that's awesome! I'm catching up on your trail vids now and also following along with Julie Sheehan too. Funny enough, her partner is sporting the same sun shirt so it must be a good one. Looks like they're a good bit ahead of you, but so far, haven't seen them with any ice axe and they're past Jacinto, so... Snow for them didn't look like much, and more slushy than anything. Their spikes seemed sufficient.
I liked this video. You’ve clearly done your research and worked hard to refine your rig. I’m thinking I might have to walk the PCT, and this video gave me insight into how to actually prepare to do it. I subscribed and will be interested to watch your progress.
Proud of youuu
I just ordered on those shirts today you have on!
Solid! That sun hoodie looks sweet-gonna have to check there stuff out.
It’s awesome!!!
It's looking like another low snow year.
Unless we get a few more storms, early starters may get away without an axe in the sierra. Later starts thru April I'd say you could forget both axe and spikes.
Of course we can/do get late storms even through May. I remember the big snow year in 2017 where memorial day brought in a large storm.
Great info on the gear, gotta carry what makes you comfortable,and you might drop some later
After watching numerous PCT thru hikes, if I get a chance to do it I’m taking a different approach. 60 liter Osprey load carrier, double wall free standing tent, and lots of water to start. The biggest complaints I’ve seen were packs not made to carry heavy water loads or bear canisters, and trekking pole tents that are a royal pain to get staked in the desert.
Love the sun hat! You will need it and the tie is good as it will be very windy in places…..looking forward to this journey with you.
Thank you!
Love ya Kelly! I have the same Frogg Toggs rain jacket.
Hey Kelly, looking forward to following your adventure!
Can’t wait to bring you along with me :)
Kelly check the snow fall amounts on the trail before you go. I hiked in 2008 and the snow load was very low that year. A lot of the passes were snow free and not only did I not need an ice ax but I also had no need for the ice spikes although as light as they are, I think that I would still pack the spikes. There can be huge differences in snow from year to year.
Agreed in Washington and the snow has disappeared early this year not that it can’t return but it just doesn’t seem to be as much accumulation as last year when we had a ton of snowpack and lots of trees down on trails.
Hey Kelly. I have to say I will miss the tiger wall but I hope you like the duplex. Rest of things look great. You will need an ice ax, and you will need to learn to use it for a self arrest. You can learn it on trail but it is a critical skill. 20lbs isn’t that bad, you got a lot of stuff. And don’t forget it’s a long trail and you can make changes along the way! 🙏 Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well.
-Grateful
Waymark makes excellent packs, I'll be interested to see how it does with a loaded bear can!
I love that top!!! Orange is my favorite color.
Great video. I can't wait to see your hike. I am very surprised you don't carry a knife at all. Though, thought of as a weapon, it is an incredibly versatile tool. At the least, take a razor blade, the type a carpenter would use, wrap it in paper. The tip is the best thing for pulling out splinters. Grab the underside of the splinter with the tip and flick it out. A good knife will work as well and also has a million uses for fixing things, etc.
Would love to see your thoughts on your set up after a few shake down hikes.
Your peoples must be so proud of you. After your heroic return and completion of the AT and now the PCT. You’re going to kill it.
Wwoowwww Go girl!!
Pumps definitely cluch!!
Great fire starter as well
Appreciate the shout out. 🙌
Can’t wait to use it!!! Thanks for sending me the link!!!
Good luck!
Hi Kelly, I don't remember you having trouble with your ankles on the AT (I have trouble with my ankles). Did you always roll the same one or both? How often? Did you ever get any swelling or bruising? How did you decide which ankle brace to get? Did you go to a podiatrist or physical therapist? There is a book called Fixing your Feet by John Vonhof that has a pretty good section about strengthening your ankles (pages 304-317). The two REI's near me carry the book.
Love the Dire Wolf cap!! 🐺
Where did you get the jacket you’re wearing? Super cute!
You made some great choices, I hope the duplex works out for you. As far as the ice ax goes look into what the current conditions are you may be able to get away without one. I look forward to your vlogs
Thank you Bob!
Do you carry Imodium for the trots ? You set up looks great. Looking forward to following you on the PCT….we binge watched you thru the AT and started following you on the PCT until you guys got Covid. Good luck with the duplex….we wore out a triplex….moved to a Hilleberg (not ultra light).
I agree mini pump is coolest new piece of gear RECHARGEABLE has the bright light mine has a hook to hang it with and it also deflates mattress too minimal size acts as a fan on face too
Can't wait to see more!!!
My little pump has been a favorite piece of equipment for past 6 years, but never once did I think to use it as a fan. What a great idea!
You just convinced me to go with the Wise Owl stakes!
I wish you a good trip! Health! I'll watch all the videos and click Like!
I am considering getting the granite gear food bag but was concerned about it wetting out when hanging it in rainy weather. Have you had this issue or does it hold up well?
Yeah Kelly !!! I just finished your AT vlogs last night and wondered what I had to look forward to each day but now that you are going on the PCT I look forward to this new hike. Wishing you the very best. You’ll do great. After all you have like 7 more lives to spare Right ???? Lol
Thank you so much Christina!! Appreciate you! And yes I think I’m at 7 lives 😂
I love the Color .... My Favorite!
Nice video Kelly. Checkout litesmith for an "ultralight" headband for your nitecore headlamp.
That pump is the best. I carried mine the entire AT last year
Glad to hear you like the Jolly Gear shirt, had pre-ordered one of those for my daughter...BTW You sound like an 'old pro' now... Best of luck ; )
Hi Kelly. Nice list and nice video. How do I keep pee rug clean between uses. Any advice?? Much appreciated.
I started the AT with my GoPro and extra batteries, etc. I came to the realization that all that extra weight wasn't worth it for me so from now on, I'm only using my iPhone to record and Vlog. I'm much older than you so that extra weight was just too much. LOL you must have watched my gear video. You have much of the same equipment. Most noticeably is the Nalgene collapsible bag for peeing at night. It is a God Send while in your tent!!! I was blind (near sighted) and wore hard contacts for years. I finally had Lasik surgery done maybe 10 years ago, and my eyes are still 20/20 for distance. Near is another story (I went from near to far sighted). Now I have to carry reading glasses. I don't carry a pump for my pad. I bought the new Thermarest and it came with a pump sack and it works GREAT. No more blowing up the pad and it weighs practically nothing plus it doubles as a waterproof bag to put your clothes in. I LOVE my Duplex. So far, it has worked great but DO set it up and take it down quite a few times prior to going out so you get the hang of it. Notice there are two Zpacks black squares sewn on two corners. Place that end of your tent into the wind and you will have no issues. I had a BA Tiger Wall UL2 and sold it to get the Duplex. Get yourself a super absorbent camp towel and keep it on the inside of your tent. Use that if you get condensation. I use two of the Gossimer Gear Ultralight Hiking Towels. They have a snap on them so you can attach to your pack. I keep one on my pack strap for a sweat cloth and the other inside my tent. I've also proven that I can use one to dry off after taking a shower but you have to wring it out a few times. I wear ankle braces on both ankles. I already have one that was injured skiing years ago and I just want the protection. They saved me many times hiking. I think you can rent an ice axe on the PCT at the location where you would need it. John from MI
15:00 I heard the cool kids use Dan Durston tents this year ;)
those boots look straight outta' FLAVORTOWN 🔥🔥🔥
Yessssss! Guy vibes fee sherrr
Just came down from Mt. Jacinto, ice axe aren't really needed and this is coming from an out of shape old man. By the time you get to Mt. Jacinto most of the snow would have melted except for Fuller Ridge, there you'll need your spikes. I was post holing, slipping and sliding through Fuller Ridge while younger and more agile hikers had no problem with it, which I assume will be your case. Wish I had waited in the early morning going through the snow field, less dangerous and faster pace. GL
Do you know if that air pump works with the neo air old style valves?
Been using the mini pump for a year. Game changer. Bring the booties.
Looks like a great desert hat.
I loved my mini-pump on the CT last summer!!!! I will not hike without it ever again. I hate blowing up the sleeping pad each night with my mouth.
I actually always carry a cortizone cream with me when hiking. So many applications.
Don't sweat the pack weight. If you're comfortable carrying it, run with it. There's always the chance that you'll switch some things out along the way. Can't wait to watch your journey!
Hi! What is the knife brand around your neck?
Pee cloth - haven’t used one previously, does this replace your wipes?
Kelly what video app do you use that permits scrolling at the end. Ty
Final Cut pro
Thought you'd enjoy some different music suggestions: Goose Creek Symphony(bar band) and Howlin' Wolf(blues) :-)
The mini pump is a great idea-Blowing up your sleeping pad on the AT could have caused or at least contributed to your dermatitis
Many sleeping pads have the stuff sack designed for pumping the pad.
@@Pharisaeus I find that the stuff sack air pump method is much slower and more laborious than just blowing it up.
@@stephanierhiannonbird5930 sure, but it does not introduce moisture into the pad, which is the whole point ;)
20lbs baseweight not very good? with all the extra stuff you brought along?? i've been getting rid of so many things i'd like to have, just trying to keep my baseweight around there! i also have to carry a cream for random dermatitis that pops up sometimes on my jawline, a steroid since mine is probably from my autoimmune issues. but i bought some lip gloss tubes from amazon, so i can repackage it into smaller tubes since it's only needed if i have a flare up.
April 7th. Not sure if you are on trail yet
Hot today, Santa Ana winds on top of that. It will be a hot go today. Stay hydrated!!
Posted this to my facebook to share to other hikers I know
I live close to the Sierra we have had little to no snow so far in 2022. You might be able to do without the ice axe.
Love your orange hooded flower jacket!!! Give me the place where I can buy one for my mom!!!
The link is found in the lighter pack link in description or you can just google “jolly gear”
I've got that Flextailgear air pump also, but it failed on me the 4th time I used it. The on/off button doesn't work any more. It's not reliable.
4:33 A- dorable! I had one of those when I was in Florida for cleanup and reconstruction after hurricane Charlie. Definitely saved my neck! British skin doesn't tan, it just burns and burns and burns again.....SPF50, no?
@S M LOL I couldn't find it bro!! tho I do have one .... 😁
Does it work with iMovie? Ty again.
yo yo what color was your previous ATGC hoodie that you wore on the AT?! the gold looks so much brighter in person than on the website! also another q, you mentioned you need two trekking poles bc of the tent you have, was just curious why that is!
Previous color was olive. It’s trekking pole tent so ha. You have to use both to set up the tent
@@kellyhays23 ooooh cool thank you!
I ditched my sandals and made some like the mayflower sandals on garage grown gear. Went from 1 pound for sandals , to 20ish grams. I'm still cutting weight for my CDT attempt April 18th. Can't wait!
How did you make them, I thought about it too?
@@theomnipresent1 they're made out of the plastic cardboard looking material that you see signs are made out of. Trace your shoes, crocs etc.... And run some rope. I can send you a picture if you like.
@@kylesueltenfuss7922 Do you mean the corrugated plastic for election yard signs? Did you just make typical flip flops with the cordage? What cordage did you use or recommend?
I’m a new hiker, thanks for showing your gear. Being new I never know what to take. Can you tell me where you purchased the knife you are wearing around your neck. It looks pretty handy. Have a safe hike!
Mtknives.net
not only do you need the ice axe you will also need to practice self-arresting with it on a steep slope.
Hello 👋
Absolutely!
Lol that room reminds me of mine when I was growing up, I had Michael Jordan stuff all over the place!
I always consider ultralight gear as the answer to taking more stuff, the lighter it is the more you can take right?! My packing list is very similar, face moisturiser, foot balm, lens solution, ankle brace, knee compression sleeve (jello-ankles too) and all the same stuff, only I’m still running the Big Agnes UL2. I firmly believe above all, you gotta be COMFORTABLE. My base weight is the same as yours. (Well a little lighter - no GoPro/accessories and a smaller battery bank) Ultralight AND minimalist is just doing it too rough. I like your style! Happy trails!
I like the tiny pump version with the integrated light. If I have to leave the tent at night and carry my headlamp, I still can leave this light on in my tent to make it easier to find it on the way back.
Nice!!!
Was your base weight the same for the AT? I have to say your ditty bag is quite large. I have a feeling you will get dialed in on what you actually use versus what you think you need.
Looking forward to your venture 🥾
It was prolly around the same for the at
I'm an Aussie. I need to know about these floral shirts/ jackets that you'll are wearing?
I really need to wait till the end of the vids before i comment. Lol blonde moment
does the granite gear air zippsack have any waterproofness at all? was wondering for using to hang bear bag if it will get wet in rain... thanks.
In my experience using it my food has always stayed dry. There were only a couple times when it soaked through but that was after I got a hole in my last one from the mouse
The neck knife looks awesome
Its the Genesis from what i can see from MT Knives
Great 👍 choice and best of all thats good to you on your ventures and stay safe
Just wanted to know if the Genesis neck knife you own is the N690 bladesteel version or the CTS xhp bladesteel version?
Thanks
I believe the N690 version
@@kellyhays23 that absolutely awesome!
Your choice in gear is top of the gear chart.
MT knives is the 👌🏾 👍 best
God Bless you on your journeys!
Sun protection everywhere will be key. Don't forget it gets effing cold at night in the desert. The desert can get down into the 10s depending on the time of the year (or even lower).
It's very rocky in the sierras, so hopefully you have good shoes! Mine get chewed up pretty badly and the teeth on my altras get ripped off on occasion.
Bugs will probably show up mostly in the mountains, but you never know. Everything north of California is about the same, but even more bugs 😅
Looks like you have a good gear list. Im a native Californian, so the PCT passes through most of the state. I've hiked the west coast a lot in my life and finally exploring Oregon and Washington recently. I hope you enjoy the beauty of my home state! My favorite is Oregon. I'm wishing you the best this time around! Happy trails!
Side note, if you can get LASIK or PRK, I highly recommend it, because I was in the -8.25s and now I have 20/20 vision. But before I did that, I had prescription sunglasses and I loved that and then wore regular glasses at night for the trail. Contacts were such a hassle 😣
The anticipation is killing me for you starting your PCT thru hike
Great video, can't wait to see your PCT videos. If you or anybody in your party need anything when you hit the Bend OR area feel free to DM. Good luck, God bless and stay safe.
Thank you so much!
@@kellyhays23 I see a lot of through hikers in the Bend REI. It’s a large two story building. Not to mention the old mill district which Bend is known for. Check it out online. LOTS of amazing food on the river. Again, good luck! Love your videos. Oh and a little tip. Lots of cougars on this trail. As a precaution, put your sunglasses on backwards if you ever get that eerily feeling. Cats always approach from behind. If your sunglasses are on the back of your head they think you are looking at them. Not trying to freak you out…haha. Just a pro tip. 😉
20 lbs., is acceptable. I really thought it would be more after watching. You done good!! Good luck on your hike! Hope you enjoy it and have a great time. The PCT offers views that are gifts that will last you a lifetime after your hike. Blessings.
Seems like a low snow year in CA, I might hold off on the axe for money and weight.
100% agree with you on underwear. I'm not really into wearing your same ... um ... style, myself, but I have 2 pair of Meriwool and 2 pair of Exofficio, and there is no comparison. The Meriwool win hands down! The synthetic seem to have more of a gross slimy feel, where as the merino wool feels dry even when it's not. Sort of... 😃
Link to the knife?