Packing list to Hike the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Here is everything I carried and wore for a May 15th walk across the Grand Canyon. I go through every item, what I used it for, or if I didn't use it at all.
I probably thought too much about what to pack, but one of the unexpected joys of my rim-to-rim hike was the months of anticipation, training and planning!
I watched TONS of videos about how people trained, what the experience was like, and what people packed.
Last week, I shared the video I made of my rim-to-rim hike. A few people asked about what was in my pack and how much it weighed. I love watching “what I packed” videos, so I made one.
I didn't weigh it but I would guess it was around 15 pounds. I carried 4 liters of water the whole time, which was more than I needed but worth it for the peace of mind.
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Another great video - thanks! R2R in October. My main concern is water (packing light). I understand that NK has a creek following it most of the way, so not worried. In your opinion, how is the water availability going up BA during that time of year?
We went in early spring, literally the day the trail opened for the season. There was plenty of water at that time but I don't know what it's like in October.
How many times did you refill your water? Thank you
Pretty much chance I got 🤣 probably 4 or 5 times
For blisters have you ever tried lueko tape?
I haven't, I usually use duct tape, do you like lueko tape better?
Super smart on the gear load-out!! I hope more people who are planning a trek in the Canyon will see this. Less is more in the Canyon! Have you tried the Injinji smart wool toe socks yet? They're quite fantastic! Something that always "gets" me in the Canyon, and really, just in that part of AZ, is the sandpaper toilet paper that's used everywhere. I'm guess it's because it's "remote" and desert, so there's an issue with septic systems, water usage, low flow toilets, etc. It becomes 3 days of wiping with 400 grit sand paper. I always bring old-school A&D ointment, when I'm hiking/backpacking there. Heaven! I don't bring it when I run, because I'm after the lightest Naked Running Band. But it's waiting for me in the room.
A quick comment on wearing ear buds in the Canyon. Please avoid doing this because it's unsafe for the wearer, and for others in the Canyon, especially since the Canyon is used as a running trail. As a runner there, I'm able to be polite and warn people that I'm approaching, by simply saying "Good morning" from a safe distance, and in a voice that's audible over a hiker's footsteps, and their conversations. It gives people plenty of time to turn and see me, scoot to the side a little, and we have a chance for a "Thanks for the trail, have a great day" exchange as I go by. Doesn't affect their experience, and doesn't put either of us at risk. I can't tell who does, or who doesn't, have ear buds from a distance, and sometimes not at all if they have hair or a hat that's covering. So I start my normal "Good morning" and get no response....say it louder, no response.... attempt to go by, and now I have someone who's been caught off guard, is startled, jumps to the side of the trail that I'm on, or turns and swings a backpack and/or poles directly into my path, etc. And the result; everyone is bent out of shape. So please enjoy the experience in the Canyon without earbuds, and go on runs or hikes there, knowing that you are not the only one on the trails.
That's a great point about earbuds. When I hike or walk anywhere, I only wear one, but it was a better experience without any. I probably overplanned, but that was 1/2 the fun! Glad someone with your experience found the packing list ok. Anything you would add or take away from the list (other than A&D ointment)? OH, and I have never tried the toe socks...I'm not quite ready for that 😆
@@Madmotion I'll bet you'd love the toe socks. You have the Altras so a nice wide toe box. The toe socks feel great because your toes aren't rubbing against each other. Seems like a "why would that matter" type of statement, but as soon as you put your feet into the shoes, you'll be loving it.
It's impossible to go to the Canyon (ESPECIALLY THE FIRST TIME) and not carry too much, whether it's actual gear, or a pack that's just too hot/sweaty/heavy, or water amount, extra clothing, too much, or wrong, food, etc. I still go through the "panic" the night before of culling through what I think I should bring, vs. what I absolutely know is all I need. I actually take a photo of the gear all laid out, the night before, and of the gear after I get out, and save it in my phone (like you see at the end of the video), so that on the next run, I can just look at the photo, and bring exactly what I wound up using. It's part of the fun of being down in the Canyon, but I still stand there during prep, "Maybe I should bring this..."
For your setup, I'd limit the water for that first 5mi downhill section, in order to save legs. Sort of that; "Can I go downhill, in the dark and cool, for 5mi, on only 8oz of water?" And try that during a training hike. There's usually water at Supai Tunnel, which is 2.25mi down, so you can get a drink there, and then in 3mi, you're at Manzanita Rest. Sort of a fine tuning, based on what you can do during training. I wouldn't take extra clothes, and I'd switch to an Ultimate Direction, or Salomon race pack....but that's just me, and you have to do what works for you, especially since you're walking it, and I'm running it at speed. Completely different situations.
Earbuds on the trails, whether here at home, or in the Canyon, have become a real problem. Commenting about it makes it sound like I think it's all about me, or my way is the right way (not wearing them). I understand why they're great to wear, but they put everyone at risk, and at the least, create some real negative interactions. I don't want to have to say, "Good morning......GOOD MORNING......HELLO.....HEY!!!!!!" and then suddenly be heard, and the person jumps, is now startled and mad, may trip, turns directly in front of me, hits me with their pack, causes me to go off trail, etc.