I just completed the CT and sitting in a hotel room in Durango. You will love the CT. It is better than the JMT. Insanely beautiful and heavenly. Take extra batteries as you will film a lot. Frisco, Twin Lakes were awesome. Monarch mountain lodge was also great. Don't forget to visit bakery in Lake City. Avoid Molas Lake campground and instead go to Silverton. The first 40 miles and the last 40 miles are very dry and hot. Carry lots of water. Also a good hat is a must. I carried the zpacks pointy hat. A cap may not work that well. The trail in most of the places is above tree line and sometimes temperatures can reach 100 while hiking for 16 to 18 miles out in the open. August should be drier in terms of rain. Didn't get that much rain in August. Did get some in July. Not much of mosquitoes. Daylight is from 5:30 till 8:30. I found mornings to be hot and evenings to be milder. You will love it. It is the most beautiful hike I have ever done. Heaven on earth. Enjoy.
We sell land close to camping areas. And we’re always on the lookout for channels like yours where we can send our customers to get awesome ideas for their next adventure.
Darwin, have you experienced not using stuff sacks for the things that really don't need them, like sleeping bag, clothing, etc. You end up with more available room in your pack. Stuff sacks create unused empthy space around the outside of them. Just stuff your sleeping bag in the bottom of pack (you already have nylofume protection and pack), followed by clothing, with things that hold numerous items in bacs above. See how much more available value you will have. Yes, I always use a light/thing pack liner. Ray Jardin taught me this back in the 70's, and I have been using it ever since. Happy Trails.
So glad that Hilltop Packs is getting a lot of mainstream love this year -- their gear is awesome, and the fact that we can get whatever we want on the bags and packs is the icing on top! I'm looking forward to your trail videos -- hope you have/had an epic adventure!
Darwin, I saw you the other day in Leadville sitting out front across from Melanzana and wanted to come say hey, but you looked busy talking and I didn’t want to be a rude weirdo. Lol. Anyway, Rock on.
My wife screams like the little girl from the exorcist when she hears your intro song now. It's a result of sustained and gradual exposure over time but she is finally cracking.
Was so hoping to meet you in person on the CT when I hiked it with my daughter this summer. She ruptured a disk on day three and we left the trail, plus you started much later than we would have been on the trail. I'm looking forward to hiking the trail vicariously through you this year and for real next year. Happy trails and thanks for sharing.
Awesome vid, Darwin! I was pleasantly surprised by your Anker power bank as I use another one of their products. The Anker Soundcore Bluetooth speaker which I use DAILY in my work truck because the radio doesn’t work! The things I want from your list are: the Alpha Spoons, the bug net, the wind pants, and your ultralite trowel!
I just got an Enlightened Equipment Apex Torrid based on your recommendation and man oh man am I happy. It is super warm and most of all I love the cut, which accommodates my definitely non-Arcteryx-proportioned body (i.e., bigger hips, and more than an ounce of body fat). I had tried the Ghost Whisperer but it was way too big for me if I sized up, and again too narrow around my hips if I went with my usual size. And the Torrid weighs an ounce less than the Ghost Whisperer but feels warmer - probably due to the lack of stitching.
Cool, man. I bought a pair of Altas today on your recommendation. They are super comfortable. In fact, I have worn them for hours and have them on now. They are cut like SAS - San Antonio Shoes - another company that cares about the toe box. All REI had was a pair of black ones, which are not visually appealing, but on the trail they will be so great. I will be three weeks in the Rockies from S. Texas in September, and am taking a brand new Hyke & Byke 0 degree bag. Its probably overkill for the temps, cuz I also run a Klymit Static 5, which is insulated and awesome. I used it in the San Juans in April and have never slept so soundly in a tent. And a pillow. Arrives tomorrow :) Thanks for the great tip on the shoes, and have a safe, peaceful hike on the CT.
Would love a review on the travel bidet and how it effects your water usage post hike. Making the switch to a bidet at home, but on the trail seems tough.
Hi Darwin! I'm definitely going to look up this camera clip! I need something for my a6000 - I don't enjoy the cross body messenger stye around my neck!
I love my cnoc piles. And use my bidet even when I’m home. Cuz I just feel cleaner and use a lot less TP. Still need some TP but much less. Look forward to seeing your hike. Have a great hike
love it. if I get a chance to listen to some music when on my hiking trips I always choose music like Delta Parole or Guns N Roses, the rawness is the best with nature.
@@IncredibleChief so the filter (body only) is $25. You have to buy a bag and they range from $10-30. So total its a 35-$55 filter. That only filters 1000liters
Darwin amount of miles you've traveled is no easy feat! Great job! In Afghanistan we sometimes traveled 20-30miles in a day with 80-90lb packs and an additional 30lbs of armor and ammo. Whats the heaviest you've tried? Awesome content bud. Can't wait to see more.
I hope your resupply boxes make it to your destination in time...USPS is being slowed down a lot due to factors I shall avoid being specific about due to politics. Stay safe and happy trails!
Crazy light if that includes your camera set up! I felt like my Canon RP and my Garmin GPSMap66i were the the weight killers on my last trip! Good job!
Thank you Darwin, pretty soon, my pack weight will be lighter than yours. I am blessed with three kids willing to take all my stuff. I used to carry an 80lb pack for two days. My wife's fault for having my kids, I took or carried everything for them. J/K Stay safe and enjoy !
Thanks for the great video. I'm glad that you left links to everything that you use. One question, have you done a video on the phone apps that you use for navigation or anything else that you find helpful?
Looking forward to this one!! I've been doing volunteer trail crew work with the CTF almost every summer since 2006 and will be interested to hear your impressions and see the views I'm missing this summer due to you know what. BTW, a big shout out to the CTF and all the volunteers would be much appreciated.
I almost feel like someone tried to stick you with “being owned”.. haha! Great load out, and the Rawlogy cork ball is a must for me! Cheers MillimeterMech -Southwest Michigan.
Nice pack out Darwin! I basically have the same set up but with cheaper gear and no camera setup. I’m doing the CT next year northbound from Durango to Nederland via CDT sections, then riding public transit home to Boulder. I’m a native of Denver and I know southbound is the recommended route but, I want to walk home ya digg? Good luck brother and thank you for all of your videos, you have inspired me a lot in UL! Much love from CO!
That Bidet would be perfect for my buddy. He's always under-packed, and begs water (food, 1st aide, trekking poles, etc. ) all the time. I could give him a drink from the Bidet, THEN explain what it is. Lol.
Do you like the EE Sidekicks? My feet get gawdawful cold at night and I'm looking into them. You say you're a warm sleeper so they might not be as useful for you?
None to recommend right now, here is a few, the first link done by Darwin: th-cam.com/video/RRl-zltiHTI/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/VW4QX9JHRSU/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/Vxrmo5z6HuA/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/ZC0lpQQZKfU/w-d-xo.html jupiterhikes.com/2016/05/04/eastern-continental-trail-food-resupply/ etc
Question: What happens when you are carrying only 1 water bottle and you need all of the water for the bidet? I can imagine that I’d be stuck with the choice of using the bidet or drinking what water I have left. Here’s another question (maybe a stupid question?) is it bad to use unfiltered water in a dirty bag for a bidet? 🤭
The second part about using unfiltered water was answered for me when a vlogger pointed out one goes swimming in untreated water. I think he added tongue in cheek just to keep the asshole tightly closed. Some using the country bidet do put a small amount of biodegradable soap into the water being used for the bidet
Nice gear list! Always look forward to these. I'm a fairly new backpacker and am very interested in the waymark and zpacks backpacks. Would you do a comparison video?
Hey Darwin, what's the rubber cover over your lens? looks like it would be useful as protection when i have my camera on the backpack strap. Thank you.
Do you not have anything for bear defense? No spray or do you generally trust that you will be left alone? I always fear that a bear will follow the food scent.
Yo! Mind telling us what sizes you wear? Forgive me if this info is somewhere already, but you and I share a similar build. Also, the mh gloves, you just said light, is that the name? Thanks as always!
I just completed the CT and sitting in a hotel room in Durango. You will love the CT. It is better than the JMT. Insanely beautiful and heavenly. Take extra batteries as you will film a lot. Frisco, Twin Lakes were awesome. Monarch mountain lodge was also great. Don't forget to visit bakery in Lake City. Avoid Molas Lake campground and instead go to Silverton. The first 40 miles and the last 40 miles are very dry and hot. Carry lots of water. Also a good hat is a must. I carried the zpacks pointy hat. A cap may not work that well. The trail in most of the places is above tree line and sometimes temperatures can reach 100 while hiking for 16 to 18 miles out in the open. August should be drier in terms of rain. Didn't get that much rain in August. Did get some in July. Not much of mosquitoes. Daylight is from 5:30 till 8:30. I found mornings to be hot and evenings to be milder.
You will love it. It is the most beautiful hike I have ever done. Heaven on earth. Enjoy.
“No one owns me” Love it🤘Load out is legit
Definitely, I felt the same way. ✌️
This is a huge reason I keep watching Darwin. You don’t feel like he’s selling you stuff the whole video
Thats rare on TH-cam these days
Pro tip : you can watch series on flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching lots of of movies recently.
@Davis Dorian Yup, have been watching on flixzone} for since november myself :)
Thanks for adding the metric weights too. Less googling for me^^ Really appreciate it
We sell land close to camping areas. And we’re always on the lookout for channels like yours where we can send our customers to get awesome ideas for their next adventure.
We wish you well and look forward to viewing your adventure.
The smooth jazz makes this video perfect 👌 😀👍
Darwin, have you experienced not using stuff sacks for the things that really don't need them, like sleeping bag, clothing, etc. You end up with more available room in your pack. Stuff sacks create unused empthy space around the outside of them. Just stuff your sleeping bag in the bottom of pack (you already have nylofume protection and pack), followed by clothing, with things that hold numerous items in bacs above. See how much more available value you will have. Yes, I always use a light/thing pack liner.
Ray Jardin taught me this back in the 70's, and I have been using it ever since. Happy Trails.
Take a break, it helps the soul. Make the adventure yours, then share it in your own way. I love the outlook on life. Safe travels.
Damn dude, nice editing. Love the moving camera work and the soft music.
Thanks!
What uuuuuuup Darwin! Doing my first thru hike of the Standing Stone Trail next month, these shakedowns help so much for planning!
“NO ONE OWNS ME” love it!!! NO Sponsors!! Right on!!
So glad that Hilltop Packs is getting a lot of mainstream love this year -- their gear is awesome, and the fact that we can get whatever we want on the bags and packs is the icing on top! I'm looking forward to your trail videos -- hope you have/had an epic adventure!
Darwin, I saw you the other day in Leadville sitting out front across from Melanzana and wanted to come say hey, but you looked busy talking and I didn’t want to be a rude weirdo. Lol. Anyway, Rock on.
Best of luck Darwin! Just be careful with the wildfires here. Happy trails.
My wife screams like the little girl from the exorcist when she hears your intro song now. It's a result of sustained and gradual exposure over time but she is finally cracking.
Good list. I tend to chase my StS pillow. Decided to Velcro it to my pad. Stays in place all night.
I always love a Darwin gear list. Awesome selection of gear. Well done. Good luck on your Colorado hike. Crow✌️
Was so hoping to meet you in person on the CT when I hiked it with my daughter this summer. She ruptured a disk on day three and we left the trail, plus you started much later than we would have been on the trail. I'm looking forward to hiking the trail vicariously through you this year and for real next year. Happy trails and thanks for sharing.
Awesome vid, Darwin! I was pleasantly surprised by your Anker power bank as I use another one of their products. The Anker Soundcore Bluetooth speaker which I use DAILY in my work truck because the radio doesn’t work! The things I want from your list are: the Alpha Spoons, the bug net, the wind pants, and your ultralite trowel!
I think mail drop resupply is the safest and most considerate way to go. Also helps out the USPS!
Hope you're all good with those wildfires that kicked up yesterday. Be safe and enjoy the beautiful views. Take Care and Be Aware.
Woah. I had a dream my Collegiate Loop hike but with fires, the other night.
So good I have to watch this one at least one more time to make my notes for 2020 for winter. 👍
Love watching how your gear list evolves over time. Keep up the great work!
Excellent usage of the term “switch-o-roo “. 👍. Always look forward to your content. Keep the great videos coming!
I just got an Enlightened Equipment Apex Torrid based on your recommendation and man oh man am I happy. It is super warm and most of all I love the cut, which accommodates my definitely non-Arcteryx-proportioned body (i.e., bigger hips, and more than an ounce of body fat). I had tried the Ghost Whisperer but it was way too big for me if I sized up, and again too narrow around my hips if I went with my usual size. And the Torrid weighs an ounce less than the Ghost Whisperer but feels warmer - probably due to the lack of stitching.
Cool, man. I bought a pair of Altas today on your recommendation. They are super comfortable. In fact, I have worn them for hours and have them on now. They are cut like SAS - San Antonio Shoes - another company that cares about the toe box. All REI had was a pair of black ones, which are not visually appealing, but on the trail they will be so great. I will be three weeks in the Rockies from S. Texas in September, and am taking a brand new Hyke & Byke 0 degree bag. Its probably overkill for the temps, cuz I also run a Klymit Static 5, which is insulated and awesome. I used it in the San Juans in April and have never slept so soundly in a tent. And a pillow. Arrives tomorrow :) Thanks for the great tip on the shoes, and have a safe, peaceful hike on the CT.
I use the Uberlite and the UGQ 20 quilt and LOVE THEM!!!! :) have a great time.
Thank you Darwin. I really like your passion for hiking and gear
Would love a review on the travel bidet and how it effects your water usage post hike. Making the switch to a bidet at home, but on the trail seems tough.
I second this!
I number two this as well!
Good luck with your hike. Also thanks for another awesome gear list
Appreciating the altaplex so much and Im only almost 5'6". Love the space! For vitual same weight as plexamid.
Colorado is on fire right now 🔥
All of it? 🤔😂
Hi Darwin! I'm definitely going to look up this camera clip! I need something for my a6000 - I don't enjoy the cross body messenger stye around my neck!
I love my cnoc piles. And use my bidet even when I’m home. Cuz I just feel cleaner and use a lot less TP. Still need some TP but much less. Look forward to seeing your hike. Have a great hike
Be safe and enjoy your brake
love it. if I get a chance to listen to some music when on my hiking trips I always choose music like Delta Parole or Guns N Roses, the rawness is the best with nature.
Hi Darwin, Nice vid. Have fun on the trail.
Hoping you’re planning to tell us about the bidet? Please please!
Good job, Darwin. Have a great trip!
Great load out. How many times have you had to replace the be free filter
Good question. I'm curious about that too. Wonder what they cost as well.
@@IncredibleChief so the filter (body only) is $25. You have to buy a bag and they range from $10-30. So total its a 35-$55 filter. That only filters 1000liters
@@titanpreparedness a brand new bottle with filter is $45. Might as well go that route
$40 on Amazon with 2 day shipping
@@IncredibleChief my thoughts exactly
I strongly recommend long socks for the CT because of lightweight decomp tree material
Darwin amount of miles you've traveled is no easy feat! Great job! In Afghanistan we sometimes traveled 20-30miles in a day with 80-90lb packs and an additional 30lbs of armor and ammo. Whats the heaviest you've tried? Awesome content bud. Can't wait to see more.
I hope your resupply boxes make it to your destination in time...USPS is being slowed down a lot due to factors I shall avoid being specific about due to politics.
Stay safe and happy trails!
If your package goes to denever first it's delayed big time. Wyoming and Montana on CDT no problems.
No one owns me haha this guy is a true free spirit !
Good luck out there on trail. Enjoy
Just a heads up... the link for the tent stakes only allows purchase if you're buying one of their tents.
Crazy light if that includes your camera set up! I felt like my Canon RP and my Garmin GPSMap66i were the the weight killers on my last trip! Good job!
Thank you Darwin, pretty soon, my pack weight will be lighter than yours. I am blessed with three kids willing to take all my stuff. I used to carry an 80lb pack for two days. My wife's fault for having my kids, I took or carried everything for them. J/K Stay safe and enjoy !
Wow! A travel bidet. Gotta get one of those. 🥶
Have a great hike .....always inspiring vids .... get outdoors people an lay down some Miles .....Trek on safe brothers an sisters
If you need anything in Colorado, hit me up. I'll drive wherever from Denver to lend a hand to you, Darwin.
I would’ve waited by his car with a Polaroid camera and pen ready for an autograph, lol.
Another person with a bidet! Wooo!
Thanks for the great video. I'm glad that you left links to everything that you use. One question, have you done a video on the phone apps that you use for navigation or anything else that you find helpful?
Following
Thru hiking this one next year. Let's goooo!
Would recommend taking the Waymark Evolve on the PCT?
Would love to see a Zenbivy review. Hope EE is paying attention to what they are doing.
Man you got all the bells and whistles . dang all u need is a air conditioned hotel room and youll be all set...😉😉😉 Seriously cool stuff man 👍
Looking forward to this one!! I've been doing volunteer trail crew work with the CTF almost every summer since 2006 and will be interested to hear your impressions and see the views I'm missing this summer due to you know what. BTW, a big shout out to the CTF and all the volunteers would be much appreciated.
What size bag did you use with your Enlightened EQ quilt? Mine is HUGE and I need to get it under control.
Go thru Telluride ridgeway or Montrose
I love the Roam wallets
Really enjoy your videos. Gives me good ideas on what I need to bring on my hikes! Keep it up
I almost feel like someone tried to stick you with “being owned”.. haha! Great load out, and the Rawlogy cork ball is a must for me! Cheers MillimeterMech -Southwest Michigan.
your camera work is excellent.
Great video ☺️ 👍 2oder how you get the smoth pans in the videos do you use the tripod on the pole ore is it handheld anyway great job.
Hey Darwin! Love the channel! One question is do you have a link for the nylofume bag liners? Thanks!!
You can get them on litesmith.com and I think you can get them from gossamer gear as well but not sure. Def litesmith tho!
Any first aid med kit???? Or did I miss it?
Nice pack out Darwin! I basically have the same set up but with cheaper gear and no camera setup. I’m doing the CT next year northbound from Durango to Nederland via CDT sections, then riding public transit home to Boulder. I’m a native of Denver and I know southbound is the recommended route but, I want to walk home ya digg? Good luck brother and thank you for all of your videos, you have inspired me a lot in UL! Much love from CO!
Y'all loaded the video and typed a comment faster than I could say "oh a new Darwin vid".
Darwin are you caring food in that pack? If so what?
How long before each re supply?
Good luck man. 🙂 Have a nice trip
Happy Trails!!!!!
Thanks!
That Bidet would be perfect for my buddy. He's always under-packed, and begs water (food, 1st aide, trekking poles, etc. ) all the time. I could give him a drink from the Bidet, THEN explain what it is. Lol.
Time to get a new buddy LOL
@@antsy_does Lol. He also pees ON the traIl. I told him I wouldn't hike with him anymore, and he couldn't understand why. We are no longer friends.
Hi Darwin. I’m curious to know how you size your rain jacket. Is it large enough to place over your Apex jacket? Thanks.
Solid load out. Looking forward to the trail videos.
you guys think Darwin has the Rawlogy Cork Massage ball mini or regular? it's impressively light for either
Do you like the EE Sidekicks? My feet get gawdawful cold at night and I'm looking into them. You say you're a warm sleeper so they might not be as useful for you?
Great video bud! Keep up the good work!
Have you opted to be verified?
Wow enjoyed this. Thx and be safe out there!
Enjoy your hike! Nice gear list...
Hope to see you on a random trail one day🤙
Mail Drops, I still dont know all the details on how to do all that. May be do a video on What u do for mail drops and Idea. thanks
None to recommend right now, here is a few, the first link done by Darwin:
th-cam.com/video/RRl-zltiHTI/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/VW4QX9JHRSU/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Vxrmo5z6HuA/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/ZC0lpQQZKfU/w-d-xo.html
jupiterhikes.com/2016/05/04/eastern-continental-trail-food-resupply/
etc
Question: What happens when you are carrying only 1 water bottle and you need all of the water for the bidet? I can imagine that I’d be stuck with the choice of using the bidet or drinking what water I have left. Here’s another question (maybe a stupid question?) is it bad to use unfiltered water in a dirty bag for a bidet? 🤭
The second part about using unfiltered water was answered for me when a vlogger pointed out one goes swimming in untreated water. I think he added tongue in cheek just to keep the asshole tightly closed. Some using the country bidet do put a small amount of biodegradable soap into the water being used for the bidet
Wonderful tips. Thank you. Kind regards Hannes & Janin
Why no rain pants? Also how would you set up a bearline in super dense trees like firs??
Nice gear list! Always look forward to these. I'm a fairly new backpacker and am very interested in the waymark and zpacks backpacks. Would you do a comparison video?
Thanks!
Did I miss something? Hiking CO trail with just 1 pair of shorts + the wind pants?
Could you get by with a 32 degree mummy bag on Colorado trail ?
Love gear videos.
What did you do with your food bag when no trees around?
What are your thoughts about a bivy sack?
You ditched the Alpaca Hoodie?
Hey Darwin, what's the rubber cover over your lens? looks like it would be useful as protection when i have my camera on the backpack strap. Thank you.
Hi Darwin, are you still able to get TIMP 1.5 shoes somewhere? Where? I am in the 2.0 Times but loved the 1.5’s.
Hey Darwin! What were the insoles you were talking about?
Great Darwin.... LOVed it
RE: EE Copperfield Wind Pants. Any good for Appalachian Trail rain??? THANKS!
Do you not have anything for bear defense? No spray or do you generally trust that you will be left alone? I always fear that a bear will follow the food scent.
Good luck finding the easton nano stakes.
Yo! Mind telling us what sizes you wear? Forgive me if this info is somewhere already, but you and I share a similar build. Also, the mh gloves, you just said light, is that the name? Thanks as always!
I bring a small pillow case and just put my hoodie in it/jacket ! those air pillows hurt my neck ?
I have not used one extensively yet, but you do not need to blow them up all the way, enough to allow the head to sag into it but still keep it aloft
How long do you need to charge all your electronics? Thanks for your videos. Always looking out for them