Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike 6.6lb Ultralight Gear List
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 มิ.ย. 2024
- This is the gear I'll be using on the Pacific Crest Trail starting around May 15th. A baseweight of 6.6lbs, which is all the gear I will have for this entire trail to keep me comfortable and happy! This is not much different from the gear I have used on every other trail I have hiked, and all of those past experiences on long trails around the US have culminated into this one.
Mentioned in this video:
Shorts - amzn.to/36VWUJV
Shirt - amzn.to/3LHGLGC
Shoes - amzn.to/3u6FMKm
Watch - amzn.to/3r29XQM
Hat - tinyurl.com/5n86bpex
Backpack - tinyurl.com/2phns7ar
Pack Liner - tinyurl.com/2p8uvn7w
Quilt - tinyurl.com/3u8zf8a6
Sleeping Pad - tinyurl.com/3wn5zuh2
Tarp - tinyurl.com/56vzbbjp
Tent Stakes - amzn.to/3bKgoRq
Ground Cloth - amzn.to/3Kcrwp0
Wind Pants - amzn.to/3j5MlXd
Rain Jacket - tinyurl.com/yb3wpawk
Fleece - tinyurl.com/bdhc5jnv
Socks - amzn.to/3DDlk73
Beanie - zpacks.com/
Sun Glasses - tinyurl.com/mr29b9jn
Bug Headnet - amzn.to/3NKSkyP
Spoon - amzn.to/3cA3mVG
Food Bag - amzn.to/3rOVfeu
Water Filter - amzn.to/3LFuAua
Bear Can - amzn.to/3Mtsi2u
Trowel - amzn.to/3u6VIMr
Knife - amzn.to/3r3psb7
Toothbrush - amzn.to/3tkN4GY
Floss - amzn.to/3FnONTa
Lighter - amzn.to/3zLQkyD
Blister Tape - amzn.to/3qZ55f9
Chaffe Cream - amzn.to/3bNorNu
Lip Balm - amzn.to/35Gs1Zk
Sunscreen - amzn.to/3wadTRt
Flashlight - amzn.to/3tmjRM6
Camera - amzn.to/3uMp7MW
Memory Card - amzn.to/3vrBOdZ
Tripod - amzn.to/3eEFAL6
Headphones - amzn.to/3KhEPVi
Micro Fiber Cloth - amzn.to/38FIyLh
External Battery - Ravpower PD Pioneer 20,000mAh 60w
Wall Charger - Ravpower PD Pioneer 30w 2-Port
The Pacific Crest Trail is 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada across the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. I am starting this hike later than typical in an effort to avoid snow and colder temperatures, allowing me to carry less gear and hike a bit faster more comfortably. Still in the beginning temperatures in the desert will be very hot, and certainly it will still get below freezing in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
My goal is to hike this trail in 100 days or less, but I am flexible and would be happy with more. I want to do it this way as I enjoy the big mile days and pushing myself, I enjoy the extra challenge, and a faster hike typically means a cheaper hike. Either way, whether faster or slower, I am just happy to be getting out there.
At this point I have hiked a fair amount and am really comfortable with what I use. I am comfortable in my experience from past thru hikes and the skills I've learned to carry very little safely and happily.
On the Appalachian Trail I carried a sub 6lb base weight, the Pacific Northwest Trail, Arizona Trail, Sheltowee Trace Trail, and my two Florida Trail thru hikes were not much different. I've always wanted to have a minimal gear setup while out backpacking. Both to avoid potential injuries by carrying less weight, to focus more on the trail rather than the gear, and to hopefully be more efficient while hiking to get the most out of every moment. It has been a fun journey into minimalism through backpacking and hiking. I wouldn't change a thing.
Though I've greatly enjoyed doing a lot of smaller and less known thru hikes, I am very excited to be returning to the PCT in my journey towards the triple crown. I've dreamed of this trail since 2016, and now is finally my chance to do it.
Hiking Essentials Shirt! jupiterhikes.com/product/hikin...
If you would like to get access to content I create about this type of stuff I don't share anywhere else join me on my Patreon!
/ jupiterhikes
If you'd like more info about me, my hiking, or painting:
www.jupiterhikes.com
/ jupiterhikes
/ jupiterhikes
![ตัวอย่างภาพยนตร์ #Venom: The Last Dance [Official - Sub Thai]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/DHPjvAwmnRE/mqdefault.jpg)
Check me out on Instagram for the most frequent of updates from the trail! @jupiterhikes thanks for watching and coming along with me 🙂
Awesome
Can i ride out & meet you at Boulder Oaks Campground ?
Please
For the weight of your water purification, you could just add chili, onion powder, cacao, and coffee. And a drop of cooking oil, to the water. Shake. Wait a half hour. Drink. Nothing would survive that. You already need nutrition. Many water sources are super pretty clean and need no filter or treatment anyhow. Your toothbrush can clean the bottle cap every few days.
Crazy that the power pack is almost 1/6th of your base weight. 🤣
Dude, now that is an impressive Ultra-Lite set up you have there! I was doing fine until you rolled out your 1/8” “sleeping pad”😂 when ever a person says “it’s not So Bad” it means it’s still bad!! Good for you though!! You’ll be able to rock out the miles!! Best of luck on your Journey!!
I have a bad back and a bad shoulder I injured backpacking in Boy Scouts that still bothers me. Sleeping poorly is a no-go for me. Air mattress is a must; I sleep in an air bed at home, and I love it.
@@PhoenixGenesis Hammocks sound go but often there are no trees from which to hang said hammock.
I have never fallen off my airbed!
@@PhoenixGenesis hammock on the pct?
@@PhoenixGenesis hammock on the pct?
Yeah you could ditch the camera/tripod and take a real sleeping pad and still save some weight
You’re a hard man under that velvety soft delivery, Jupiter. The 1/8” pad, the 1 oz of sun screen, the 4 ltrs of water capacity- truly spartan kit. God speed!
Yeah, when he retires from hiking, he should be the smooth jazz dj for local public radio.
Haha no kidding. This guy is tough as nails
Jupiter : this is my cook system...
(pulls out an empty Peter Pan PB jar and a spork....cut in half)
Lol ❤....Jupiter you're a viking... so excited for the PCT footage.
I can't believe you hiked the PCT in 84 days....smh.... that's moving dude !!!
Dude thx to your videos I went from a 40lb pack to a less than 20lb pack
This dude is a beast! That tarp and foam pad puts him on a whole different level in my book!
Yeah the idiot level 😂😂
@@rubyboyce10 this guy has done 10x more hiking than you have, I'm sure he knows what he's doing
@@ludgeisatmcdonalds I doubt he knows what he is doing. I think you are just a gullible and naive fool.
@@ludgeisatmcdonalds He definitely does, but he's actively choosing to be miserable lmao. Personally I would not eat cold soaked food for months on end, sleep on the ground with a small pad and tarp, only drink water with drops in it, etc, just to shave a few pounds. He could have a 10-15 pound pack and be way more comfortable while moving at similar speeds. to a lot of people, actively choosing this type of suffering on an already grueling experience is idiotic.
@@mapleichigo if you watched his videos he’s far from miserable lol. He’s choosing this style of hiking because that’s what he enjoys, just because you might enjoy those comforts and you’d be miserable hiking this way doesn’t mean everyone would.
Proud of you, my guy. I’ve Been following your passion for years and you keep inspiring, even if it is not your intention. You’re a mad man!!!! 🍻
Happy trails and good luck. May the trail provide.
I love watching videos like these. Helps me with gear ideas as well as I get a little bit of the excitement that comes from packing for a hiking trip.
Staggeringly lightweight gear! Hope you enjoy the PCT, looking forward to seeing updates of your hike. Thanks for uploading, Jupiter.
Just wanted to add a note thanking you for taking a few minutes of your day at PCT Days this past weekend while you were stopping at trail associaon booths to share a few minutes with me. Again, thank you for your time and effort in making these videos and for the curtesy you displayed in my interuption of your day.
very thorough and informative. Really exciting for you to be doing this! I wish you a spectacular hiking, beautiful vistas, and all success in completing the entire 2600 miles!! (good that you're taking sunscreen, not only for the desert but also for--and especially for--the high elevation Sierra!)
I really enjoy your channel and have learned a lot! I love how you’re not the entitled snobby UL type, and recognize that everyone has different wants/needs.
With that being said…I about died from laughter when you busted out a mouse pad as your sleeping pad 😂
The thin sleep pad isn't for most lol but I've enjoyed it. Still I'll continue to recommend other options to anyone that really asks. Neoair or those foldy foam mat things are great
It is so nerdy and excellent I want to pack my own bag, RIGHT NOW! Good luck out there Jupiter and thanks again for awesome videos.
I bought the Rovy Von flashlight after your dedicated review video. It's fantastic. All you need. So light and feature filled. Good luck on the trail. I'll be watching.
So exciting! Great list. Looking forward to your videos. Best of luck and happiness to you.
Good luck on the trail Jupiter! I start on Sunday, I hope this trail is everything you want it to be!
I continue to be amazed at your UL set up. Good luck and be safe.
Thanks a lot for this pack shake down! Good luck and have fun on this amazing trail!
Awesome !!!! You have the simpliest life style, but always smiling, always full
of energy!
Really interesting video serries!
Thanks for sharing!
Best of luck on the upcoming journey. Can’t wait to come along for the ride. Happy hiking mate!
It’s always the sleep pad that gets me 😂 keep doing you dude
Hammock would be best but ya need trees.
Thanks for the recommendations. The PCT series has been inspiring!
Good luck, Jupiter. I'll be checking in on your updates. Amazing set up. Wouldn't be you without rocking that 1/8" luxurious sleeping pad! Safe travels.
Good luck man, stoked to see your journey.
good luck and have fun Jupiter. wish ya good health on the trail!
Another quality kit list.Hope you have a great time out on the trail. Looking forward to seeing the footage. Thanks for all the tips over the years I know my kits got significantly lighter because them. Still can't imagine sleeping on that pad you've got. I think I would have to make a thick bed of grass or leaves underneath to get any sleep.
Congratulations on the planning, prep, and the beginning of another long adventure man! Great looking gear too btw. Another epic hike awaits so get out there and wear out some footwear!! Good luck and best wishes!
Love the minimalist approach... Stay warm !
living my dream! Good luck sir, I can't wait to see you doing this.
Have a great hike. Looking forward to your trail videos. Cheers.
Looking forward to your adventure, I'll be rooting you on.
I’m excited to see how it goes for you. Happy hiking!
Thank you for sharing your passion.
I appreciate it.
cant wait to see you out there and hope you have an epic time!
Good luck Jupiter! Can’t wait to see your trip report in a couple months
Looks awesome! I'm so excited for you!
Well gee. That .45 Oz body glide is soooo extravagant! Seriously, you've done an amazing job dialing in your gear. I'm working to get my base weight down to 15 lbs for th AT next year. But, I'm 67 and need a few more comforts. Fair warning...as you get older that inflatable pad becomes a necessity.
@@hikinginjeans3221 he could be a real rebel and pack a sewing needle and dental floss so he can fix gear or his skin from a cut. .... In 2,653 miles.....But then he'd just be a Boomer. Preparedness is fascist.
15 lbs is easy...either pony up for the ultra light sleep system or take less stuff. You really have to start trading comfort for lbs to get below 15 lbs.
@@Kevinschart not true it’s just gonna cost you a mortgage payment to get the right gear while not sacrificing comfort and stay right under 12 lb base weight.
Great video, thank you! I look forward to following your awesome hike. I hope your plan of leaving later pans out for you, we've really been getting snow dumped on us up here in Oregon!
I am always impressed with how little you can get by with. You’re tougher than me.
Eagerly awaiting your next video. I have been checking in every 2 weeks since posting haha. I hope you are having fun Jupiter.
It was very nice meeting you Jupiter. Totally challenging for me to keep up with you, and a lovely conversation however short. Take care and happy hiking to ya…
Been looking forward to this vid 😎👍 Enjoy your hike!
thanks for the video! i always enjoy your work and learn from it. be well and bien camino!
Dood. You’re a savage, have a great hike, be safe. Can’t wait for the videos!
So amazed that you’re at 6.6 lbs baseweight WITH a camera and mini tripod! I’ve learned so much about equipment, locations and positive attitude watching your videos.
My tent ALONE is almost 4 lbs man. I'm blown away at his ability to cut weight out of his pack
My thought exactly... This pack might be less than 5 pounds without all the electronics!
Not going to take a camera, lol. My cell phone works fine. And a mini reach is a must for me.
Crazy light! Have a safe hike 👍
Looking forward to your trip!
Great looking setup. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏻👍🏻
Inspirational! Would love to see your tarp configurations. Happy trails!
Beautiful views and good editing! Nice job making the video! 👍
Looking forward to your adventure! Please stay save, and take care. Thanks for sharing! :-)
Looking forward to follow you along this hike👍
Happy & safe travels !
Speedy battery recharges as well.
Thanks for the Video Jupiter =) Awesome Setup :) Less is best!!! Love, Light and gratitude for your journey! I wish you all the best ☺
When I do the hike I'm doing it like those old movies and hiring a bunch of natives to carry all my gear.
Looking forward to the journey.
Good luck on your Thru!!
Have fun out there mate, can't wait for the videos :D
I really like the aura you spread :)
Thanks for sharing!
Another banger! I’ll be using your links for a few things! Have a blast out there bro!
I love the spreadsheet with the towns.
looking forward to the PCT videos!!!
Taping the two aqua-mira bottles together with some postal tape makes the whole system way easier to use. That way you can still read directions on the bottle and won't lose/separate the two bottles. Hope you have a good walk!
Amazing Jupiter! You know it's enough - that's what matters :) I wish you well 💙
Every time I watch one of your gear video's I think I should try the tarp set up to some time. And still mind blown that you sleep on the 1/8 foam pad 😅. I hope you have a great time out there and don't get any injuries
Beautiful section of river flowing behind you. I have to watch video twice- once to pay attention to you, and second time to watch for 🐊 🐊🐊!
I think I saw you say somewhere that you use the pack under your legs for insulation besides the pad, was thinking you must be shorter than you when I saw you are if you could fit on that short pad and your pack. Thanks for stopping to talk to me on the trail south of Bucks Lake, it was so nice of you. You inspired me to get my base weight down to 10 pounds for my last couple of trips. I like a thicker pad to sleep on, if only I could sleep on my back instead of my side. I was glad to have a Zpack tent with those mosquitos, though a tarp looks great for other times. I was so surprised to see you since it had been such a short time after you started, you must be done by early Aug at that pace. I just did the first section in Washington, I hope the mosquitos weren't as bad for you.
Good luck with hike I’ll be enjoy the video’s, you’ve inspired me to loose a lot pack weight but I still use a Uber light mattress and have 1/8 pad for extra warmth under It. Keep up the good work
Super stoked for you man!
Much lighter than mine that's for sure. You have it down to a science for yourself it looks like. I'll see you out there. I start soon after you. Happy Trekking.
Good luck.The desert can be challenging.
Enjoy your hike!
Can’t wait to see your footage
Very nice set up 😊
Good luck! It's going to be a breeze. Here's hoping to no foot issues this round!
Wish you the best on the hike! Enjoy! I wish I could do just a 1/8” foam pad for sleep, but I don’t think I’d sleep a wink.
It snowed in the Sierras again just a few days ago-hope you manage to stay warm and safe!
Your videos have been really helpful in getting my base weight down. I’m at 4.5kg, nowhere near yours but compared to what I started out at (14kg) makes walking so much more enjoyable. Looking forward to getting out here in the Uk. 👍
I am still at 14kg! I don’t know how to lose items since I already have the minimum I feel. Tent, sleeping bag, clothes (3 days), food (3 days), 2 water bottles, phone charger battery, jetboil system.
@@hamwhacker dont need 3 days of clothes
You're doing what's normal, no worries. @@hamwhacker everything is individual
@@hamwhacker I think these ultra lighters save a lot on the tent and sleep system as well. And the clothes. Most of them basically have one set of clothes lol.
@@hamwhacker it is individual to you. I’m so glad I shed the weight though, not having that load on your back makes all the difference to me. I went for a 3/4 length Nemo switch back and a 1/8th inch full length pad, -1 degree centigrade quilt, 10’x8’ cuben fibre tarp with a bug net inner, and for clothing I take 2 pairs of lined running shorts, 1 t shirt, 2 pairs of socks and a warm jacket and waterproof jacket. Plus stove (alcohol type) and small first aid kit etc. It ended up taking me 10 years to go to that weight, swapping things out that didn’t work. I also went for a frameless DCF back pack which I find super comfortable. Hope this helps you in some way.
Crazy or hero, that is an impressive almost anti-loadout. Subscribed!
This guy knows what’s up. Peace.
See you back in Flag when your done buddy! Have fun!
Good luck!
The algorithm worked. Suggested you and glad it did.
Best of Luck!!
Nice meeting you at Acton Mile 444! Hope your hike is going well. ~Groovy~
I wish more packs had the mesh pocket on the bottom. I’ve never had one with it because I’m not carrying all ultralight gear and that’s the only kind of pack with them I’ve seen! They look so convenient though!
Just find a nice piece of duff...John Muir would be proud.
Looking forward to your walk.
Very optimistic . a much needed attitude when attempting that hike .
i encountered a few people doing the whole thing while on a short two hour walk at the mt Shasta entrance . I said hello as they walked by with their massive packs on and they responded with a low barely audible
" ugh " . almost like an animal growl. 😂
The other encounter was where the trail intersects Florence lake , i went with the owner of the store there in a boat to pick two guys up . they got into the small boat with their heads hanging down . we got back to the store and they immediately bought some cokes and candy bars which disappeared in mere seconds . hilarious , but convinced me to never attempt such a hike. 😂
6 lb 😮 good luck Jupiter!!!
Great vid as always. Gotta say, you must sleep extremely warm if you're able to get away with just the GG 1/8 foam between you and the ground. Even though you'll go through the Sierra in late June or early July, temps at elevation can still get to mid-30s.
It can snow any month of the year. Snow in August not unheard of
You're a Viking Jupiter ❤....
6.6 lbs. That's crazy. I'll be praying for you and watching buddy ❤....
The "dance pants" are the best. Durable and cheap. Found that little trick on BPL. ... Good luck dude!
Good stuff! You might want that head net in the Sierra along with some bug repellent. I know I was glad to have it when I went through in 2018. I'll be heading south on the JMT starting June 30 at Tuolumne Meadows, so maybe we'll pass but I suspect you'll have passed by before then.
Having watched a number of your earlier hikes I'm still amazed at your very minimalistic outfit. Not even a woollen shirt for colder nights... but I also know that you know what you are doing. Have a good hike!
Well I got the fleece and a warm quilt! But yeah, I'm starting pretty late so it should be warm out there, to say the least
@@JupiterHikes it is going to be much colder as you reach the northern part later on in the year. You may not make it in time before winter.
@@AlexanderMason1 no he'll be able to do it if he puts a lot of miles in every day. Being as light as he is will make life a lot easier for him, and he's a pro so I'm sure his conditioning is up to the task
@@markosverdhi also no reason he couldn't just get another sweater from a resupply or while on trail. It wouldn't violate any secret trail ethics I know of.
@@markosverdhi Clearly it’s the opposite. His lack of experience is giving him way too much confidence and he’s about to find that out the hard way. Probably thinks he’s being smart by saving a couple ounces here and there. I mean look at what he’s using as a sleep system/ mattress and tarp. Lol. This guy is no pro.
So looking forward to this. I’ll be on the AT for a section hike in late May. Good luck! Have you decided to go with the xero shoes?
Wish you luck!
Always happy to see other tarpers! I wish people would stop calling me crazy
I loved tarping and cowboy camping in arizona during the fall through winter. Curious how you deal with the skeeters since that wasn't an issue for me.
good luck!
Informative video. Can you do a video on what is in your food bag and also one covering hygiene? Thanks.