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I agree that you've got it dialed in. Since you asked, some thoughts: -Each of you with a cat hole digger might be favorable -when nature calls there is no waiting. -Stove and pot, if you're just boiling water for coffee & tea and to soak food, a single stove will suffice but since your cooking for two each day you might have to carry a second canister. I think each person with a pot would be favorable, to eat and or drink out. -I too suffer from rolled ankles until they get strong. In the north where the trail can fill with water the trail runners will not hold the water like boots do and will dry out quicker. -You can buy a threaded blue coupler for the sawyer to backflush the filter with clean water, I don't use the syringe. Also buy 2 or 3 extra rubber washers for the sawyer, they wear out or get lost. Both can be found on Amazon. With your shake down hikes (and tenting in the back yard this winter) you'll fine tune it even more. Looking forward to your thru hike. All the best.
Great gear list. Setting up the tent definitely needs some more practice 😉 One tip: keep the tyvek under your tent and not poking out of it. If you use it like this and it starts raining, the tyvek will catch up all the water underneath your tent.
I have the 2 liter Cnoc bag along with the Sawyer Sweeze, plus the adapter. I roll it and keep it together in the mesh bag. I’ll filter into a one liter Cnoc Collapsible bottle that I keep in my side pocket for water only and a small smart bottle (with sports top) on my shoulder strap for mixing my electrolytes and such. Loved the setup. I used it on a six day trek across the Long Range Traverse in Newfoundland. My first big trip at almost 50 and I’m hoked! Plan to make it to the US maybe next summer. Enjoy your trip. 😊
Let’s go y’all. I just finished The Pinhoti and BMT into the AT. I start tomorrow headed North but hope to run into all the 25 class at some point because I will be coming south eventually. Good luck and keep pushing forward👍
Since you asked, I think one stove will work, depending on the menu. For regular backpacking meals, each serving only needs (usually) 350 ml of boiling water. Newer stoves, like the MSR Pocket Rocket work really fast and will boil water in minutes. If you'll be out more than 3 days between resupplies, you might think about carrying 2 fuel canisters though, as each small holds about 10 burns.
You're line that extends from your trekking pole/ridge is wrong. The loop goes to the stake, and the metal hook holds your rain fly away from your tent. Watch the video on the Zpacks website on proper set up. I'll be starting in Feb. See you out there!
Looks like a well thought out gear list. I have been hemming back and forth looking at a very similar tent, but I think a 2 person would work better for me. For a larger spoon pick up a bamboo kitchen spoon and cut it to the shape you want. I am assuming you have files and sandpaper and know how to use them. I would pick up a smaller easier to pack camp stove. It is easy enough to share, use 1 stove 1 decent sized pot and 2 small cups if your a coffee drinker. Yes to the soap, wash your hands before you cook, or eat, after using the privies, there is a reason so many people get sick especially around the bubble. As far as bars or food think about what looks good when you are where you are, maildrops are a pain. I love the 8oz pepperoni sticks, they last 3 days easy out of the fridge. Hard cheeses are loaded with protein, pick ones that aren't refrigerated at the store. Even a good sharp cheddar will keep a few days if its not too hot out. I try not to touch the parts I am not eating to avoid getting my hand germs on it. Peanut butter packets, jiff makes a really nice squeeze tube 5 oz tons of calories. Nature valley makes a wafer bar that is pretty cheap and light 200 cal or so but is a little bulky. The freeze dried meals are great and my go to for a weekend trip or even a smaller through hike like the Northville Placid trail 130~ miles, but they get crazy expensive pretty fast. you cook, or eat, after using the privies, there is a reason so many people get sick especially around the bubble. As far as bars or food think about what looks good when you are where you are, maildrops are a pain. I love the 8oz pepperoni sticks, they last 3 days easy out of the fridge. Hard cheeses are loaded with protein, pick ones that aren't refrigerated at the store. Even a good sharp cheddar will keep a few days if its not too hot out. I try not to touch the parts I am not eating to avoid getting my hand germs on it. Peanut butter packets, jiff makes a really nice squeeze tube 5 oz tons of calories. Nature valley makes a wafer bar that is pretty cheap and light 200 cal or so but is a little bulky.
I’m so sorry for your thur-hike, I to was planning for 2025. Now I’m hoping things will be mainly sorted out for 2026 fingers crossed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected be the storm and Helena.🙏🏻🇬🇧
@@mattjosh69 don’t be sorry we’re still going in ‘25, my thoughts and prayers go out to those affected, but they need us next year, I don’t know where you got the idea we aren’t going and you should too
2023 nobody here started mid Feb finished mid September. I know I know but hey I'm 51 cut me some slack. Ditch the soap, only bring the filter and maybe an extra o ring. Syringes can be found in almost every hiker box. Socks are perfect id opt for trail runners because they dry faster and I have a fused ankle. Get the best stove like 17 bucks, one stove will work. Yes chargers are great, thanks spoons are great pots go ahead and get titanium, cnoc perfect works great to scoop etc. you'll send the bear can home soon rather than later resupply at dollar store don't sweat resupply, you will come to hate bars especially cliff. Tent is awesome, use a d ring and hang mostly empty packs from the trekking pole wrist straps, tyvek will get sent home or in a hiker box, liners are awesome choices and doubles as laundry bag in towns and keeps the bag cleaner, you will have Injuries etc you will have bad days just don't quit especially on a bad day. Keep walking and enjoy the journey. See the sights and have fun. Do have the talk about what you are going to do if one of you have to get off trail due to illness Lyme or what ever. No rubber tips they will fall off at some point and new carbide tips are at most outfitters. I only did 100 mile shake down and just started slow and figured it out. I have the utmost confidence that y'all will have the adventure of a life time and will be successful. You're gonna meet a wild assortment of people out there just go with it and enjoy. Y'all have this. I look forward to watching your journey.
@@danb2490 thanks for the tips, we’re traveling pretty light got bags weighed today at REI under 20 lbs with 3 days food, first shakedown Monday just north of Springer N
I predict the heel on those Asolo boots will start to detach in the first 100 miles. Hopefully it will start on one of your shakedown hikes so you can get some Shoe Goo on it.
@ I’ve worn the Asolo 535s for over 25 years, since they were NuBuck leather in the outside. The sole popping off is something that’s only happened on my most recent pair (bought maybe five years ago) and I see the reviews on the book are full of comments about it. I only use them for trail maintenance (foot protection) and cold weather hiking these days. Outside of that,I’m wearing trail runners.
Man don't waste your money on those freeze dried food bags ... There are so many cheaper options that still taste good. Check out some TH-cam videos on it. Knorr pasta with some protein source.... Or tortillas with whatever you want to fill them with. But that's just my opinion. Do whatever makes you happy.
@@WhiskeyWanderer thanks we’re pretty creative with food just don’t know anything yet, but thanks for commenting. We want to try and not eat everything sugar and junk but that will probably all change once we get in a groove and need calories
Hey just found y'all through an introduction video posted by Mama Bear. Just subscribed and look forward to watching like-minded hikers like y'all
Happy Trails
I agree that you've got it dialed in. Since you asked, some thoughts:
-Each of you with a cat hole digger might be favorable -when nature calls there is no waiting.
-Stove and pot, if you're just boiling water for coffee & tea and to soak food, a single stove will suffice but since your cooking for two each day you might have to carry a second canister. I think each person with a pot would be favorable, to eat and or drink out.
-I too suffer from rolled ankles until they get strong. In the north where the trail can fill with water the trail runners will not hold the water like boots do and will dry out quicker.
-You can buy a threaded blue coupler for the sawyer to backflush the filter with clean water, I don't use the syringe. Also buy 2 or 3 extra rubber washers for the sawyer, they wear out or get lost. Both can be found on Amazon.
With your shake down hikes (and tenting in the back yard this winter) you'll fine tune it even more. Looking forward to your thru hike. All the best.
I’m Jeff’s wife … Mary Thank you for your input!! We are definitely learning as we go and appreciate any help we can get!
Great gear list.
Setting up the tent definitely needs some more practice 😉
One tip: keep the tyvek under your tent and not poking out of it. If you use it like this and it starts raining, the tyvek will catch up all the water underneath your tent.
Yup going on shakedown this week Wayah bald/NOC
@@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl thanks we’ve added a few things, mid layer hooded fleece, garmin in reach or whatever it’s called
@@Mountainlakelife-ju7vk enjoy it!
I have the 2 liter Cnoc bag along with the Sawyer Sweeze, plus the adapter. I roll it and keep it together in the mesh bag. I’ll filter into a one liter Cnoc Collapsible bottle that I keep in my side pocket for water only and a small smart bottle (with sports top) on my shoulder strap for mixing my electrolytes and such. Loved the setup. I used it on a six day trek across the Long Range Traverse in Newfoundland. My first big trip at almost 50 and I’m hoked! Plan to make it to the US maybe next summer. Enjoy your trip. 😊
@@rachellepaquin-harvey7229 Tanks for the tip! Where did you buy your shoulder strap for water bottle?
Let’s go y’all. I just finished The Pinhoti and BMT into the AT. I start tomorrow headed North but hope to run into all the 25 class at some point because I will be coming south eventually. Good luck and keep pushing forward👍
Since you asked, I think one stove will work, depending on the menu. For regular backpacking meals, each serving only needs (usually) 350 ml of boiling water. Newer stoves, like the MSR Pocket Rocket work really fast and will boil water in minutes. If you'll be out more than 3 days between resupplies, you might think about carrying 2 fuel canisters though, as each small holds about 10 burns.
You're line that extends from your trekking pole/ridge is wrong. The loop goes to the stake, and the metal hook holds your rain fly away from your tent. Watch the video on the Zpacks website on proper set up. I'll be starting in Feb. See you out there!
I own both alpaca and darn tough. My darn tough stay at home. The alpaca socks pull more moisture away from your feet
Looks like a well thought out gear list. I have been hemming back and forth looking at a very similar tent, but I think a 2 person would work better for me.
For a larger spoon pick up a bamboo kitchen spoon and cut it to the shape you want. I am assuming you have files and sandpaper and know how to use them.
I would pick up a smaller easier to pack camp stove. It is easy enough to share, use 1 stove 1 decent sized pot and 2 small cups if your a coffee drinker.
Yes to the soap, wash your hands before you cook, or eat, after using the privies, there is a reason so many people get sick especially around the bubble.
As far as bars or food think about what looks good when you are where you are, maildrops are a pain. I love the 8oz pepperoni sticks, they last 3 days easy out of the fridge. Hard cheeses are loaded with protein, pick ones that aren't refrigerated at the store. Even a good sharp cheddar will keep a few days if its not too hot out. I try not to touch the parts I am not eating to avoid getting my hand germs on it.
Peanut butter packets, jiff makes a really nice squeeze tube 5 oz tons of calories. Nature valley makes a wafer bar that is pretty cheap and light 200 cal or so but is a little bulky.
The freeze dried meals are great and my go to for a weekend trip or even a smaller through hike like the Northville Placid trail 130~ miles, but they get crazy expensive pretty fast.
you cook, or eat, after using the privies, there is a reason so many people get sick especially around the bubble.
As far as bars or food think about what looks good when you are where you are, maildrops are a pain. I love the 8oz pepperoni sticks, they last 3 days easy out of the fridge. Hard cheeses are loaded with protein, pick ones that aren't refrigerated at the store. Even a good sharp cheddar will keep a few days if its not too hot out. I try not to touch the parts I am not eating to avoid getting my hand germs on it.
Peanut butter packets, jiff makes a really nice squeeze tube 5 oz tons of calories. Nature valley makes a wafer bar that is pretty cheap and light 200 cal or so but is a little bulky.
Our tent is is the ZPacks triplex, it’s small, but super dry
I’m so sorry for your thur-hike, I to was planning for 2025. Now I’m hoping things will be mainly sorted out for 2026 fingers crossed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected be the storm and Helena.🙏🏻🇬🇧
@@mattjosh69 don’t be sorry we’re still going in ‘25, my thoughts and prayers go out to those affected, but they need us next year, I don’t know where you got the idea we aren’t going and you should too
2023 nobody here started mid Feb finished mid September. I know I know but hey I'm 51 cut me some slack. Ditch the soap, only bring the filter and maybe an extra o ring. Syringes can be found in almost every hiker box. Socks are perfect id opt for trail runners because they dry faster and I have a fused ankle. Get the best stove like 17 bucks, one stove will work. Yes chargers are great, thanks spoons are great pots go ahead and get titanium, cnoc perfect works great to scoop etc. you'll send the bear can home soon rather than later resupply at dollar store don't sweat resupply, you will come to hate bars especially cliff. Tent is awesome, use a d ring and hang mostly empty packs from the trekking pole wrist straps, tyvek will get sent home or in a hiker box, liners are awesome choices and doubles as laundry bag in towns and keeps the bag cleaner, you will have Injuries etc you will have bad days just don't quit especially on a bad day. Keep walking and enjoy the journey. See the sights and have fun. Do have the talk about what you are going to do if one of you have to get off trail due to illness Lyme or what ever. No rubber tips they will fall off at some point and new carbide tips are at most outfitters. I only did 100 mile shake down and just started slow and figured it out. I have the utmost confidence that y'all will have the adventure of a life time and will be successful. You're gonna meet a wild assortment of people out there just go with it and enjoy. Y'all have this. I look forward to watching your journey.
@@danb2490 thanks for the tips, we’re traveling pretty light got bags weighed today at REI under 20 lbs with 3 days food, first shakedown Monday just north of Springer N
I’d say get a back up stove such as MSR pocket rocket deluxe. No lighter needed
I predict the heel on those Asolo boots will start to detach in the first 100 miles. Hopefully it will start on one of your shakedown hikes so you can get some Shoe Goo on it.
I don’t think so I’ve hade 3 pair in 8 years never had sole separation, not hiking with those anymore got some trail runners
@ I’ve worn the Asolo 535s for over 25 years, since they were NuBuck leather in the outside. The sole popping off is something that’s only happened on my most recent pair (bought maybe five years ago) and I see the reviews on the book are full of comments about it.
I only use them for trail maintenance (foot protection) and cold weather hiking these days. Outside of that,I’m wearing trail runners.
Recommend you check out the Ursack for food carry. Lighter than canister. Get the one that is both bear and rodent proof
Nice video
I’ll be out on AT 2025
Early March … Well Wishes 🥾
@@AdventuresoftheSoul where are you starting?
@@Mountainlakelife-ju7vk Springer as of
Right now. I know several hikers have switched to a flip flop due to damage from Helene .
Do you have all your gear ?
@@AdventuresoftheSoul our first video has our gear list we have couple things yet to buy, mid layers, little things most everything we have
@@Mountainlakelife-ju7vk ok nice
I’ll check it out
Thank you
Thank you for your comments
Will do thank you
Man don't waste your money on those freeze dried food bags ... There are so many cheaper options that still taste good. Check out some TH-cam videos on it. Knorr pasta with some protein source.... Or tortillas with whatever you want to fill them with. But that's just my opinion. Do whatever makes you happy.
@@WhiskeyWanderer thanks we’re pretty creative with food just don’t know anything yet, but thanks for commenting. We want to try and not eat everything sugar and junk but that will probably all change once we get in a groove and need calories
Crunch brand bars. High protein and high calories. Not super sweet
Thanks for the tip!