Appalachian Trail Backpacking Gear List! (What Lasted, What’s Trusted, What Next)

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  • @cameronbrown321
    @cameronbrown321 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    14 months deployed in afghanistan the best thing i had was a micro fiber towel. Was the size of a full towel, yet folded up to nothing. Light weight and very quick drying. You could use it as a blanket. And very easy to clean. I dont have a brand i can recommend because i bought mine at an army px , but a Micro fiber towel of anykind will work!!

    • @jenniferdavis6608
      @jenniferdavis6608 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for your service !

    • @cameronbrown321
      @cameronbrown321 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@jenniferdavis6608 thank you, i really appreciate that!

    • @bradbishoff9766
      @bradbishoff9766 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Regard wrapping your tape around the plastic straws-use a pencil. 👍. Added benefit of double-duty of keeping the diary 👍🤪.

    • @jetv1471
      @jetv1471 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for the tip and your service !

  • @JackSheahan2012
    @JackSheahan2012 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Ranger, the ranger shirt you asked about... you gotta get that thing framed, like others do with sports jerseys. A true once-in-a-lifetime collectible like that deserves it. Hope you're doing well. All the best, and Happy Thanksgiving to all who might read this. Jack NYC

    • @OmaGoesAdventuring-VA
      @OmaGoesAdventuring-VA 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      This is what I was thinking! Get a shadowbox and preserve what is left. :)

    • @jeff6909
      @jeff6909 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Absolutely! It's really useless now except for memorabilia. But great memorabilia.

    • @allenwilson5235
      @allenwilson5235 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Put it in a quilt.

  • @thewanderingpond
    @thewanderingpond 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Hi Maddie!
    It might be nice if you framed your shirt with a photo of you at the end of the AT at Katahdin that you layer in front of it 😊😊

  • @user-tp6ip6vy2u
    @user-tp6ip6vy2u 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Replacement gaskets for the Sawyer filter: rubber gaskets found at any hardware store. They are in the section with outdoor green water hoses. They are a different color, but they have the same diameter and fit perfectly. At Home Depot/Lowe’s, they are 5 for $1.00. At 3grams each, carry extra and be somebody’s hero!

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s awesome!! Thanks for telling me!

    • @jeff6909
      @jeff6909 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good to know. I used an O-ring to replace my watch band (not for trail). I'm frugal, so every little savings helps (kinda like weight, which I'm trying to figure out).

    • @HalfwayHikes
      @HalfwayHikes 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There’s also another rubber gasket in the white cap that comes with the sawyer. It’s not as necessary as the the one at the dirty water side. So it’s like a free spare

  • @StitchesNSummits
    @StitchesNSummits 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Oh man I remember watching and yelling “HER SHOES!! SHE NEEDS TO REPLACE HER SHOES!!!” So hearing this makes a ton of sense, I’m glad everything worked out. Loved this series so much

    • @pattyk8594
      @pattyk8594 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was thinking the same thing towards the end. It looked to me like those shoes must hurt and hiking shoes would be better on those rocks :o)

    • @SunnyGoesHiking
      @SunnyGoesHiking 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I thought the same thing. No wonder her poor feet hurt. Most hikers go through 4 pair on trail.

  • @joesoutdoorplaces
    @joesoutdoorplaces 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The Shirt will definitely become a treasured heirloom.

  • @aprilfensom6412
    @aprilfensom6412 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    ❤make a pillow out if your shirt.

  • @lacyLor
    @lacyLor 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    As a Kansan I have to say nice Jayhawk shirt! 🌻

  • @deglerja
    @deglerja 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hi Maddie, I think it would be interesting for you to explain the process and how you make your videos. I am amazed at how good they are!!

  • @pyrholorange
    @pyrholorange 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    somehow, reflecting on an adventure is my favourite part

  • @thexxit
    @thexxit 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    my husband loves his aeropress. he prefers it over so many other coffee makers and he's a man who LOVES coffee!

  • @williambranham6249
    @williambranham6249 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m old school with tender feet. I used one pair of boots.All leather tops vibram sole, non breathable and waterproof with regular treatment. Took 100 miles to break in.
    The brand is Vasque Sundowner. Somewhat heavy compared to Altra and less expensive. Great for tender feet.

  • @MrsStevenBrown
    @MrsStevenBrown 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Check out an XMid 2 tent! It’s like 280$ US, and under 2 pounds. So much space inside, easy pitch and you can get a kit to use it fly less to wac stars ❤

  • @ivydeliz
    @ivydeliz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m laughing here because I just realized I have the same hiking shirt! Thanks for showing us. That aeropress will be a nice trail luxury!

  • @williambranham6249
    @williambranham6249 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m sentimental. Hand stitch the torn shirt and either wear it or put away as a memory.

  • @edfrhes
    @edfrhes 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I wonder if better shoes would have increased your hiking speed. Perhaps 👟

    • @jennifercocharan4526
      @jennifercocharan4526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No. Ultras are breathable shoes. The problem is she needed a 2nd pair that had a arch. And switch it out. I have the same shoes. They last. The only reason I know this is bc of a bunch of noisy scientists telling me so after my foot cracked one night. Crocs....are assholes...those are jail shoes....and I hope crocs burn in a deep hell.

    • @jennifercocharan4526
      @jennifercocharan4526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A very deep hell

    • @jennifercocharan4526
      @jennifercocharan4526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Under hell

    • @jennifercocharan4526
      @jennifercocharan4526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Maybe in Asia.

  • @Josephhikes
    @Josephhikes 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I used the ULA Catalyst in ultra material, it worked well in rain also .

  • @christinahikesandstuff9532
    @christinahikesandstuff9532 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I really appreciate your excellent videos, time taken editing, and feedback on your adventures. It’s brilliant you don’t have affiliate links but rather recommend buying local where possible. My favorite hiking clothing and items were bought secondhand at goodwill and used from REI garage sale😊 You show us how accessible hiking can be without super expensive gear.

  • @stephenkenny7661
    @stephenkenny7661 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks like a true experience !!!

  • @MaryPonder
    @MaryPonder 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I hear people talk about their feet hurting a lot. Can you maybe talk about how to care for your feet while hiking long term.

  • @oldguyriders
    @oldguyriders 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I like the idea of post-hike lessons learned videos. If done right I’m sure you could easily quadruple your view count, get more subscribers, and have a lasting series. I would recommend that you slow down and carefully theme each video. For example instead of having a rambling, spatial dissertation on the clothes, rain gear, cooking gear, sleeping gear, etc. you used on the AT, why not make each of these subjects its own video? You could have “the clothes I wore on the AT” , “the camping gear I used”….etc. Food for thought.
    Re video?

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s an interesting idea! The reason I went in the order I did was to show how I packed it all in my bag, but I guess I didn’t make that very clear so I see where you’re coming from. This video is actually getting significantly less views so far, but it makes sense because it’s a lot of info and not a lot of action. Even so, I’m gonna keep doing info videos like you suggested! My next videos are probably gonna be how I paced my hike and how much money I spent. I learned so much, I gotta get the info out there!

    • @oldguyriders
      @oldguyriders 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sounds like a great idea because you know there are going to be lot of prospective AT hikers looking for first hand information and you’ll have it for them.

  • @janetwarren
    @janetwarren 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks! Not an accident Maddie and smoke 🎉

  • @rachelyoung2775
    @rachelyoung2775 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So glad you are getting sponsors :} Thanks for the video.

  • @JRoss707
    @JRoss707 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The sit pad is worth it, Maddie. After two long hikes with one, I decided to leave it behind to save weight on my next long hike and I really missed it. For one thing, air mattresses fail, I have the same Klymit mattress you have, and in August on the JMT the valve failed and it started going flat overnight. I was thankful to have the little ZSol sit pad (I only took off three panels so it’s still somewhat long) under me to at least give me some padding. I cut back on clothing to save weight, finding that a sun hoodie, puffy, and rain jacket are really the only top-clothing I need (outside of base layer to sleep), but yeah I can see how the tanktop/tshirt is essential on a long trail, especially for women.

  • @all-to-Him-I-owe100
    @all-to-Him-I-owe100 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just ordered your headlamp for my husband - he was just saying he needed a good one - thank you for the recommendation!

  • @abreezeinthepines
    @abreezeinthepines 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When you're ready to settle down... "Shirt & Kettle Hostel"! Maybe with a couple converted vans instead of cabins.

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Maddie I really enjoyed this video! thank you for this with us.Good luck to you and God bless you.

  • @janetwarren
    @janetwarren 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks!❤❤❤❤

  • @cinramirez8627
    @cinramirez8627 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hello from MN, Maddie! What a ride you took us on while on the AT! Curious about those shoes. They seemed to hold up (as best as they could). God Bless! ✌🏽

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yeah they did hold up pretty good considering all I put them through!

  • @OmaGoesAdventuring-VA
    @OmaGoesAdventuring-VA 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Aeropress Is amazing! So glad you finally got a sponsor on your video! congrats!

  • @CrowMagnumMan2024
    @CrowMagnumMan2024 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your whole adventure, I have watched every video along the trail with you...!!! I appreciate your real life documentation of your trek......most I see are sugar coated and not totally believeable.....the only recommendation for equipment I have is try the Topo Trailadventure 3s.......its the only shoe I have backpacked in that my feet never hurt, and the next day it doesnt feel like I even hiked the day before, and they have a rock plate so I do not feel anything poking my feet......Love you and Smoke......:)

  • @lovesallanimals9948
    @lovesallanimals9948 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Frame the shirt 😊

  • @chrisgregore359
    @chrisgregore359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It might be a hassle but if you have a small bag of uncooked rice it works great to dry out electronics. Thanks for sharing all of this info. 😀 I'm happy you are back safe and sound.

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I tried to save my rice dinners for last in case I needed it for drying purposes! Unfortunately, the time I dropped my phone in water, I forgot and ate my rice the night before!

    • @sallys2423
      @sallys2423 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rice doesn't work for that. In fact the starch and dust can get into the ports and gum it up.
      Air dries things out.

    • @chrisgregore359
      @chrisgregore359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BeerinBeautifulPlaces Hee hee ... that's funny. Thank you for the videos you share. It is really fascinating to see all of this information. =)

    • @chrisgregore359
      @chrisgregore359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sallys2423 I never thought about the starch and dust. Rice has always worked great for me, in these situations, in the past.

  • @NYDaughter1972
    @NYDaughter1972 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hello from NY!

  • @_andy_gibb_
    @_andy_gibb_ 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great to see a rundown of what worked and what didn't - we try and do that at the end of our backpacking trips to see if we need to improve anything. Looking forward to seeing your next adventures!
    As for the thread on the Pocket Rocket, we have one and have found that it can be fussy about its gas canisters. It screws onto the MSR canisters wth no issues but I have to work really hard to get it to screw onto other brands (Primus, etc) and I'm always worried about messing up the thread (on either the stove or the canister). Our solution is to only buy MSR canisters where we can. Not always possible but we stick to them when we can.

  • @debr721
    @debr721 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for doing a gear video. I was hoping you would. 🙂

  • @jennifercocharan4526
    @jennifercocharan4526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The great thing about those shoes....they probably kept ypu from falling bc you can feel your steps. -Sam scientist.

  • @JRoss707
    @JRoss707 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have the ULA Catalyst in that same waterproof material, it’s been a great pack for me. I saw a lot of ULA packs when I hiked the JMT. Great packs.

  • @jenniferdavis6608
    @jenniferdavis6608 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is probably one of those ignorant questions everyone is going to be like, "You just can't hike if you have those problems" but I was wondering if you met anyone who was diabetic on the trail and if so how they carried their insulin? My insulin doesn't necessarily have to be cold but it can't get hotter than 80 or it just doesn't work. Thank you to anyone in advance who might be able to answer this!

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I met two diabetics on trail, but I didn’t ask much about their set up. I know one had pumps on the outside of her stomach and wore a crop top so they’d be easily accessible. Sorry I can’t help more!

  • @mybuggadog15
    @mybuggadog15 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The best insoles in the entire universe are Ener-Gel Insoles. They last seemingly forever and makes it feel like you're walking on pudding!!! (family owned company in PA) 👍

  • @raisinsanchez6631
    @raisinsanchez6631 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Maddie I think you should make that Ranger shirt into like a little bag for your future Electronics or other backpacking items.

  • @703am
    @703am 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    you have to keep the shirt, put it in the Maddie Hall of Fame...Lol. Once again, I fell in love with the trail and all your videos great job!!

  • @annwroblewski2668
    @annwroblewski2668 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Frame that shirt, for sure. I would keep that air mattress! ♥️

  • @jeffreyking3807
    @jeffreyking3807 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey young lady. Glad your home. The ranger shirt has to be keep for a conversation piece. That shirt is a true ACT statement. Get it framed when your 80 you can tell all your nursing home friends all about your trip. Lol.

  • @tomellis3218
    @tomellis3218 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Oh another question for NoBo what is the logic of starting out in February versus March or April …. To avoid the bubble and access to shelters or campsites??? ❤

    • @williambranham6249
      @williambranham6249 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes to both questions. On my 98 trek I started in Feb and saw my first hiker at Outfitter just north of Blood Mt. It averaged 10 degrees overnight for a few weeks with very light snow.
      After that there were a few hikers at Erwin Tenn.

  • @MaryPonder
    @MaryPonder 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think you should frame your shirt, AT tag and some favorite photos into a nice collage

  • @crewzillakelly3655
    @crewzillakelly3655 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I would save that shirt😊

  • @bobv7753
    @bobv7753 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great gear load out review Maddie!!! Thanks for doing it. Only one recommendation....Keep That Ranger Shirt!!! Needs to go into the AT Museum!!!!

  • @spencerrebosmax7915
    @spencerrebosmax7915 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks much! I have learned so much from your videos.

  • @sallys2423
    @sallys2423 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You could use Grangers Performance Wash on most of your fabric stuff and then Grangers Performance Repel Plus for your rain jacket and pants. Kinda pricey, but it brings them back to life which is ultimately cheaper than new stuff.

  • @yesidtac7863
    @yesidtac7863 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Eso es mucho equipo

  • @meitalkupfer6436
    @meitalkupfer6436 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yo Ranger! Glad to see you made it! loved the gear overview. -Rocket Sauce

  • @JohnFiocchi
    @JohnFiocchi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! Great tips ...and insight!

  • @jdeveloper777
    @jdeveloper777 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've always wondered since the beginning of your AT hike where you got the ranger shirt. Because I want one too!! It looks so good on you. Regarding your question: you got to KEEP the ranger shirt. It's a great badge of honor. It survived your entire through hike. The red patch on your right shoulder looks like an officer's epaulet.

  • @dougwoods9885
    @dougwoods9885 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    To carry ducktape just wrap a bunch around one of your poles

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was worried about it getting weathered by being outside all the time but the straws worked so terrible, I’ll try it next time!

  • @tomellis3218
    @tomellis3218 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for the equipment review . Was your sleep system a mummy bag or a quilt? The blueish color light weight tent your thinking about is a Zpack single wall tent & they come single & double… most go with double for the extra room… I’m told. ❤ I hope this is not your final AT video. How do you select a tamily? What daily mileage did you start out at 8, 10 , 15 or 20 miles per day? ❤😊

  • @roselee_explores
    @roselee_explores 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved watching your adventure! I highly recommend the Tarptent DR LI ... it's semi-freestanding but can be freestanding by using your trekking poles (I've never done this - but at least it's an option). I'll second the other comment that recommended a hammock/tarp ... it's a fantastic way to backpack! Happy trails!

  • @stevendavis6556
    @stevendavis6556 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope you and smoke can make it to Trail days next May in Damascus.

  • @andywebb7351
    @andywebb7351 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congratulations on your successful thru. Your post trail gear was insightful. One question: why in the world is a good KY girl wearing a chickenhawk shirt????

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha it was an old shirt before I started the hike, and got so threadbare it was barely holding itself together at the end!

  • @lindabraden5723
    @lindabraden5723 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I cannot imagine how you fit all of that stuff in your backpack and carried all with you for 6 months+. Ever time you camped did you have to take it all out and put it all back in again?

  • @deglerja
    @deglerja 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello Maddie, I also love your video! Can you please tell me more about the SeaKnock (spelling?) gravity water system you described on your video? I am also adding the Aeropress to my Xmas list.

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s CNOC! It’s a bag used to scoop up water that you attach to a filter, which you can attach to a waterbottle and hang up, then gravity causes the water to move through the filter and into your bottle for you! Here it is in action if that still doesn’t make sense, it’s hard to explain!
      th-cam.com/video/cIvaRO8QQYI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=fNjzSb90VAsmsgjn
      And heck yeah, an AeroPress would make a great present!

  • @margueritemitchell1829
    @margueritemitchell1829 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Keep the legs, they might fit on the new psi❤😂🎉

  • @redbetty1284
    @redbetty1284 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve always had crocs for camp shoes but stuck to my trail runners for water crossings because I feel that crocs would be slippery in water. Did you find that to be true or were they really grippy enough to be secure? (When I’m hiking, I’ll bring Chacos for water crossings and they work great, but they definitely weigh too much for backpacking.)

  • @janesiskind9467
    @janesiskind9467 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Frame your shirt and maybe your. Socks!

  • @edwardgwilcoxjr7232
    @edwardgwilcoxjr7232 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Average toe nails clipped while on trail ? Try those toe socks on feet to prevent
    blisters. 👣
    Happy Thanksgiving.
    Thanks for sharing! 🦁

  • @JOJOHN-19
    @JOJOHN-19 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Anymore after this😮

  • @misslindalou6479
    @misslindalou6479 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    And people marvel when they think about someone living in a van.

  • @janmariolle
    @janmariolle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

  • @fishntools
    @fishntools 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Try a good hammock and tarp, you'll never look back!

    • @SherryAnnOfTheWest
      @SherryAnnOfTheWest 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The biggest problem with that strategy is that there aren't always hammock camping-friendly places available on thru-hikes.

    • @clydewillis
      @clydewillis 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They aren't for everyone. I've never had a good night of sleep in one, though I've tried over and over. When I move the hammock starts moving too, and that wakes me up fully... over and over again all night.

  • @lindal986
    @lindal986 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Take a picture of the shirt, say goodbye, throw it out!

  • @MaryPonder
    @MaryPonder 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you get sick from the water? Good filter?

  • @streetall7882
    @streetall7882 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You literally spent more than 100 days in the mountains in summer and you didn't even got a tan, how did you do it? or just anybody can't possibly get a tan there because the sun isn't that strong

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s the green tunnel! So many trees! Also I’m just usually pale

  • @SHADOW1982
    @SHADOW1982 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That Kansas shirt isn't funny. lol
    Congratulations on your hike

  • @judithloudon1129
    @judithloudon1129 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m wondering about your boyfriend. Are you still together?

    • @BeerinBeautifulPlaces
      @BeerinBeautifulPlaces  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yep! I’m answering comments while he plays video games right now!

  • @SpacialMeg
    @SpacialMeg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congratulations again. Throw away the shirt and the shoes. Your feet will thank you❤

  • @jetv1471
    @jetv1471 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ❤. That was so enjoyable to watch and helpful ! I plan to use some of the clothing tips for travel 🧭 .