The list author says: "The older I get, the more important reliable, lightweight gear becomes. I hope everyone will consider getting out on the great trails we have in this country - and do it without lugging 50lbs. on your back!
Some of this is the actual gear I carry - some items (like my hammock tarp, under and over quilts) are not available through Amazon.
I'll be starting my thru-hike this spring. You can follow me at www.postholer.com/Turtle Feet Wish me luck!"
"Most reliable water treatment in all weather conditions. Often mechanical filters will freeze in cold temps, or fail altogether - very frustrating to say the least."
"I adore these shoes. I bought these to use on the middle states of the Appalachian Trail. I might just buy a second pair to have after the hike, just in case Salomon discontinues this style!"
"This is one is similar to two different hammocks I own. Depending on the time of year and your location, you might need to add a bug net to this. Super ultalight!"
"Love alcohol stoves! The benefit of this model is the fact that it's Titanium. Titanium = Lightweight. The vargo stoves also offer a 3 pronged stand for your cook pot as well."
"I actually cut this length in half when going ultra-light. Don't throw the other half out, it just doesn't have a snap for hanging. Store it in your cook pot."
"Great pack for lightweight backpacking. This is the pack I'll be using for my AT thru-hike. It's a smidge on the small side, but that will keep me from carrying the unnecessary."
"This is authored by Winton Porter, the owner of Moutain Crossings, the legendary first civilization stop for a north-bound thru-hiker on the AT. While I haven't read this yet, I've heard nothing but good about this book. Can't wait to meet Winton in March!"
