My Gearlist, Please take a look

Others more experienced here will probably offer good tips about what you include in your list, but my first thought concerns a few items that may be missing.

For example, what will you do for a first aid kit? Perhaps I missed it. The duct tape may do ok for blisters, but that's the only thing I see on your list that might be used for treating physical issues that might arise. Like even minor things — scrapes, cuts, burns, headaches, etc.

An extra pair of socks might come in handy (in addition to the old cycling socks you'll wear), as well as a map and some instrument to help with navigation (at least a small compass) just in case you get off trail along the way.

Have a great trip, and hope you post how it goes.

JRS

How did you score a Jam2!?

Looks to me like your prepared to be warm down to 20*. 32* bag, bivy (+5-10*), and a primaloft jacket (+5-10*). I don't know about conditions, but you may consider a 40* bag. Something like the No siveller could drop 19 oz (3 off bag, and drop the Gossamer), at a price. May want to get a lighter pack. A Fanatic Fringe Thompson Peak is big and drops 9 oz. There are also plent of other cottage industry packs that are smaller and lighter (check BPL gear guide).
Headaches are most often caused by dehydration, so drink up.
have fun.

>How did you score a Jam2!?

I think he said that was one item yet to be purchased.

I agree that you can probably go a good bit lighter on the sleeping system. All in all though, it looks pretty decent to me :)

Tom

Yeah, I haven't gotten a Jam 2 yet, although I would really like to =). I think my main reason for wanting the Jam, besides Skurkas influence on me and my gear list, hehe, is because of its amazing durability, that heavyweight fabric, at least as far as I can see might be worth it. Some of the items I chose to leave out or forgot to, i.e socks. Although, I haven't really come up w/ a good first aid kit sort of thing yet. I would love to be able to drop to a lighter sleeping bag, but unless I could score it on sale, I really don't think I can afford it(any more) after trekking poles shelter and on and on. As far as a navigation system, I'm sure closer to the trip my friend and I will have maps printed up, but I am on the fence about bringing my watch. I have a Nike Lance 4 altimer/compass for when I'm on the bike, but I'm not sure if I want something that big on my wrist w/ trekking poles. Thanks for all the responses, and any tips/ideas, or opinions I would greatly appreciate, and try to apply to my backpacking experience. Thanks.

-Robbie

In my opinion a good old fashion compass is worth carrying. No batteries to fail and no calibration issues. It doesn't have to be expensive or fancy, simple is good.

This looks very similar to what I am considering for a Tahoe Rim Trail thru-hike this summer, I too am hoping to get a Jam 2 when it comes out.
I am leaning to a golite down vest instead of my Gossamer, and I am adding a Insul Mat Max Thermo 3/4 because… well… because I can.

I would use a lighter balaclava or take the face piece off of the OR windstopper. Then I would look at the food and water weights and necessities. 1.5 – 2.0 lbs. per day for food is high for good weather. And, water should be available so that you don't need to pack as much, just my thoughts. bd

PS: good gear list