Colorado summer gear list

Well done Allen. No commentary to offer.

Great list, there is not much that can simply just be left at home; good job.

Some take it or leave it comments:
-Do you need the running tights? Could you not wear the rain pants if you get cold?
-Do you need the gaitors?

-What are all of the stuff sacks for? If you have a bag liner, then everything should already be fully waterproof.

-You could probably get by without the groundcloth, but its your call.
-There are lighter alcohol stoves from which you could save 2+ ounces.
-I would nix the silk liner. If you want to protect the bag, sleep in the tights and Cap 3.
-You could probably use some lighter dress or ankle socks as a spare pair.
-There are lighter headlamps that would save you 2oz.
-Ipod is an item that I would easily nix.

Looks good! Pretty similar to mine except for the rainpants. I have never found the need for them for summer in Colorado. In rain I like to hike in shorts. The legs stay warm if you are moving. If its cold when I get to camp I throw on the tights and windpants and get under a tarp or tent. I like the wind pants better than rain pants because I can comfortably wear them in my sleeping bag if it's really cold out. Never tried sleeping in rain pants but it sounds really clammy.

-7oz for Thermarest Ridge rest. Mine weighs 9. Might have to dig out the scissors again…

Throw in wind and above tree line with the rain and legs can get cold. Rain pants will help with warmth. I like having a waterproof shell mitten to help keep the hands warm and gloves dry in the rain. MLD sells them.

http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=37&products_id=51

Nice list. I also use several dry bags and stuff sacks in addition to a pack liner; quilt and sleep cloths in dedicated dry bag, miscellaneous items in a small bag, food in another, tp 'kit' in a ziplock.
Don't forget the small items. Sunglasses (to go with the case), water bottle, water treatment, hygene, first aid, knife, compass, maps could add another 10% to your 9 pound base weight.

-Lance