I don’t like reading kit lists, it makes me paranoid, but I’m going to do one anyway.
Pack
Karrimor Wildcat 60-65 with waterproof cover
Shelter and sleeping
Coleman Kraz X1 in dry bag
Rab Quantum 400w in dry bag
Thermarest Prolite 3w
Clothing in dry bag
Smartwool longsleeve base x1
Icebreaker ultralight leggings x1
Icebreaker hotpants x1 (knickers to some of us)
Foothills Highlander socks x1
Montane Anti-freeze down jacket
Summer and winter buffs
Merino flip flap mits
Berghaus Paclite trousers
Montane Quattro waterproof jacket
Gaiters
Keen sandals (fording and around camp)
Cook system and food
Jetboil Flash and 100g gas canister + matches
Cosy pouch and two sporks
Up to 3 days food + hipflask( Tamdhu)
2l Platty
1l Platty soft bottle
Water treatment drops
Sundries
First Aid kit + handwarmers
Small washkit + small Lifesystems towel and wipes
GPS
Mobile
Camera
Purse with two cards and small amount cash
Petzl e+lite and midge headnet
Black Diamond walking poles
Suncream and anti-bac gel
Lightweight trowel and paper
Glasses/Sunglasses/case
Notepad/pencil
Maps in ziplock and compass
Wearing
Underwear!
Icebreaker GT longsleeve top
Marmot Screepants
Foothills socks
Brasher Hillmaster
Montane Dynamo soft shell
Tilley (hemp)
Not a massive amount, I don’t think, certainly no microwave!
Hi Louise,
ReplyDeleteI think your gear list is a very good one.
Not trying to be smart here but do have a back up for the matches. A cheapo lighter for instance.
Or a firestick.
1 tip.
I use my midge net as a bag. I don’t just carry it for the purpose intended. Obviously you have to be selective in order not to damage the mesh. But it works for me.
Have a great trip.
Thanks for posting this, I like to read kit lists!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I carry my heavy Deuter backpack because the fit is very good and I feel that I can trust it. So I guess the Karrimor is a good choice. Sure I'm tempted to test a more lightweight backpack, but so far I've been really happy with my Deuter (actually it deals with the weight so well that it does not feel heavy).
Guess what you've forgotten?
ReplyDelete(only joking... whoops....)
Good list and good luck.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alan. I have waterproof and windproof matches as a back up for the stove lighter, which is very reliable, so I'm happy. And thanks for the midge net tip, wouldn't have thought of that.
ReplyDeleteHi Maria, it's always reassuring when someone else has a similar opinion. I do like my Karrimor and despite both packs being 60-65l, the Karrimor has packed so much better. I shall miss the hip pockets, but hey, that'll just mean I take more rests when I need to find something and enjoy the view! One day, you'll get the chance to do this too :-D
Thanks Mike, so helpful...
Cheers Martin, you're finishing the day before I arrive in Montrose, so don't think we'll meet up this year, have a good crossing!