Clothes JMT section hike early Sept.

You seem to wear shorts for hiking. I hope that your legs don't sunburn.

What would you be wearing on your legs if it was a cold rainy day?

–B.G.–

He can just wear his cap 3s if he needs a layer during the day. Looks good Mike, its a good list I think for your trip. Have fun!

Bob, I would use sunscreen on my legs, though have not ruled out wearing something like MH Canyon, non convertable pants rather than shorts. I generally hike in shorts, if snow like last Oct. on the AT( 4-5 inches) put the Cap 3s under the shorts kept hiking.. If icestorm would probably put up my shelter, not in a big hurry anyway. I am lean on raingear, though may fly out w/some driducks..

Some 4-5 inch shorts (kind of short, if you don't mind that) are pretty light, like 4 oz, and make perfect swim trunks and underwear under your pants. That's how I usually pack.
I don't suburn easily, however protecting your skin is important to keeping cool, but your legs are much less important that your head and neck. One thing you can do is tie 2 corners of a bandana together, run it over your forehead, and put your hat over that. It provides a lot of protection for your neck and side of the face. It's free flowing and much cooler than a neck gaiter or buff. Could be useful unless you have a really wide brim hat. I use some generic snap back hat with a mesh back. I am outside all day at work and use this method.

Justin, I will be doing the bandana and floppy hat thing, sunscreen like you mention. My legs dont burn like my shoulders, arms and face/neck though will keep legs coated w/sunscreen. Also like the bandana for dipping in streams/lakes and getting cooled down.. My extra shorts( run shorts) are yes a luxury, 4 ounces, use as swim suit..Thanks!