September Gannett Gear List

Anyone? I am worried I will be cold. Anyone been to the Winds lately that can comment on the bug situation or temps.?

A regular Platypus would save you 3.5 oz.

Add:
pealess whistle
compass
maps

Expect nighttime temps down to 15*F or even 10*F. On the other hand, those temps will take care of the bugs! In September, if it storms, up high it will snow. Hopefully the snow will melt in a day or two, but the closer you get to October, the more apt the snow is to stay there. On the other hand, the daily thunderstorms of July and August tend to peter out by mid to late September.

At the point where you're trimming your neoair you already know your tradeoffs. If you're looking to go any significant amount lighter you might try the SUL forums. My only critiques would be the platypus as mentioned already, and toilet paper. Check out Mike clelland's poo clinic

I took a look at your list this morning. You're gonna freeze! As it turns out, you're already out there freezing! Unless you're a really warm sleeper, you want a much warmer sleeping bag and pad! September at 11,000 feet elevation in northern Wyoming is not summer! I already mentioned the temps you'll encounter and the likelihood of snow.

I actually had a delay and haven't left yet. Although the spreadsheet doesn't reflect it (because I am ashamed of the massive weight jump) I have added an old synthetic Mountain Hardwear bag that I have converted to a quilt to go over my WM Highlite. That also necessitated a larger (heavier) backpack. But I should be warm enough now. Thanks for the input.