
My futile attempt at sharing an epic adventure
Pacific Crest Trail Class of 2022
Blog posts
Gear list
Big 3 (pack, shelter, and sleep system)
Pack Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60L
Pack Cover REI Co-op Duck’s Back Rain Cover
Tent Skyscape Trekker
Sleeping Bag Outdoor Vitals Stormloft Down Quilt 0°
Sleeping Pad REI Flash Thermal Air Pad
Pillow Cocoon Travel Pillow
Cooking
Water
Filter Sawyer Squeeze
Water Bottle Smartwater 1L (2)
Water Bladder Platypus 70
Ditty Bag
Ditty Bag Ultralight Cubes by UltraliteSacks
Knife Swiss Army Huntsman
Trowel The Deuce #3
Chapstick Carmex
Bidet CuloClean
Soap Wilderness Wash
Electronics
Power Bank PowerCore 26800
Phone iPhone 13 (1TB)
Camera FUJIFILM X100F
Solar Charger Goal Zero Nomad 10
Clothes
Shoes Altra Lone Peak 5
Shorts Men’s BALEAF Ultra-Lite 2-in-1
Botton-Up REI Co-op Sahara
Rain Jacket Men’s BALEAF Pullover
Puffy Men’s Patagonia Nano Puff
Base Layer Top REI Co-op Merino 185 Long-Sleeve Half-Zip
Base Layer Bottom Smartwool Merino 250
Socks Hiker Micro Crew Midweight (2 pairs)
Sandals Tevas
Hat REI Co-op On The Trail Cap
Beanie REI Co-op Polartec
Buff Embers Black
Underwear REI Co-op Active Bikini (2)
Mountains
Ice Axe CAMP Corsa (60cm)
Bear Canister BearVault BV500
Microspikes Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction System
Miscellaneous
Fanny Pack Osprey Ultralight Stuff Waist Pack
Trekking Poles TrailBuddy
Mosquito Net Benvo
Headlamp Nathan LED
Wallet Chums Surfshorts
First Aid Kit DIY
Phone Apps
Strava For tracking my full thru-hike with GPS.
Squarespace For updating this very blog on the go.
FarOut For downloading maps with real-time hiker notes.
Resources
Lighterpack Helps you track the gear you bring on adventures. Add in item weights, descriptions, price, etc. for a full rundown of how much you’ll be carrying in your pack and how to lighten your load.
Craig’s PCT Planner A web-based utility for planning your Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) hike.
PCTA (Pacific Crest Trail Association) The starting point for all things PCT. From permits to trail conditions, they’ve got it all.
Halfway Anywhere A guy who knows his stuff and has been there, done that, and hiked all over. From the musings of an expert, Mac knows what he’s talking about and how to get you the info you need.
FarOut The all-in-one hiker app for all things PCT. Get real-time updates on water, weather, food, and more.
Image Credits:
Hero Image: Hoodoo Butte, Hayrack Butte, Three Fingered Jack and Big Lake from the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail | Forest Service photo #500714. Gerald W. Williams Collection