not having clean underpants bothers me. Like I'm paranoid about getting a UTI or other female issue. I can cope with trail dirt everywhere else, but clean underwear feels so important for female hygiene. Im planning to do the West Highland Way next year and am planning on bringing 6 pairs of sports underwear.
Nice video. The concept that one of the most intense endeavors in the world requires less rather than more is something us viewers can take with us into the business of our lives. Somehow your video style brings the trail home.
I wish you could have hiked WA when the weather was nicer. It is so beautiful in the summer, it makes the ~7+ months of rain tolerable. Looking forward to the vlogs.
Yeah I think WA wet cold is the coldest, I think more than the sierras. The sierras are drier even though there is snow everywhere way thicker than WA at times. I grew up in WA and now live in CA. Any wool, any rain gear that keeps you dry without making you sweat too bad is essential. I look forward to seeing the rest of your pct posts
8oz poncho seem pretty reasonable for 25.00. 5oz (maybe a little over 8 oz)? Dyneema poncho is $190.00. Too bad the Frogg Togg is not designed for a backpack
Thanks Mari Yeah, long sleeve hooded merino wool shirt for a base layer for cold or rain. You are so right, stayed warm even when wet. And you dont stink in it. Hahaha
Hey Mari hope you are well and having a great day. So sorry we haven't been able to visit you for a while we were in Bulgaria then Malta were we got stuck due to Covid. But great to catch up with you again. Very cool and practical outfits, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. Stay safe and catch up again real soon God bless.
Another awesome video of "Life With Mari".... you just have an awesome personality.... it makes watching your videos more entertaining than any PCT videos I have watched for the last 3 years.... so good on you Mari!!!! I only hope you plan on doing the CDT or some other trail so we will get to see you for another season!!!!
Aw thanks Dave! I hope I can do more hiking! In the meantime, I have tons of video adventures you can watch on my channel, if you feel inclined. Here's a good van adventure :) th-cam.com/video/TkVHO8YggLQ/w-d-xo.html
Hi Mari. My GF and I are heading out to hit the PCT in 5 weeks, thanks for the info. I'm really interested in the UV hoodie Nick was wearing in the desert?
My son lives in Avon Co. An hour from Leadville. He got me a Melly, by coincidence I got the same color as yours. He also got 2 other 2020 PCT'ers and my wife one.
Nice video. You make some good points that others haven't. I especially like the extra layers. A poncho is a great piece of kit. If you get one with grommets in the corners and some line, it can be used as a tarp over your tent in extremely cold or wet weather. It is also helpful if you have to build a fire in the rain. As an old soldier, I like having an old Army poncho with its liner when in the woods. Good Luck, Rick
TH-cam recently suggested your "Packing for Yosemite Camping" (Sept 7, 2016) video. You've learned a lot since so I'd like to suggest you go back to that post and add a comment on what you've learned together with a link to this one.
not having clean underpants bothers me. Like I'm paranoid about getting a UTI or other female issue. I can cope with trail dirt everywhere else, but clean underwear feels so important for female hygiene. Im planning to do the West Highland Way next year and am planning on bringing 6 pairs of sports underwear.
You could always use panty liners instead to carry a few less pairs!
Nice video. The concept that one of the most intense endeavors in the world requires less rather than more is something us viewers can take with us into the business of our lives. Somehow your video style brings the trail home.
Good takeaway! I have to remember that too 😊
I wish you could have hiked WA when the weather was nicer. It is so beautiful in the summer, it makes the ~7+ months of rain tolerable. Looking forward to the vlogs.
I know. Such a bummer! Good reason to go back again one day though 😊
Yeah I think WA wet cold is the coldest, I think more than the sierras. The sierras are drier even though there is snow everywhere way thicker than WA at times. I grew up in WA and now live in CA. Any wool, any rain gear that keeps you dry without making you sweat too bad is essential. I look forward to seeing the rest of your pct posts
8oz poncho seem pretty reasonable for 25.00. 5oz (maybe a little over 8 oz)?
Dyneema poncho is $190.00. Too bad the Frogg Togg is not designed for a backpack
Yeah don’t think I’d pay that much for a poncho!
I plan to be hiking around Leadville this summer. How much are the Melanzana fleeces?
Thanks Mari
Yeah, long sleeve hooded merino wool shirt for a base layer for cold or rain. You are so right, stayed warm even when wet. And you dont stink in it. Hahaha
I love the way you were talking about the day hikers and how good they smell 😂 and then to say, “you’ll see” 😏 all knowingly. Cracked me up.
Hey Mari hope you are well and having a great day. So sorry we haven't been able to visit you for a while we were in Bulgaria then Malta were we got stuck due to Covid. But great to catch up with you again. Very cool and practical outfits, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. Stay safe and catch up again real soon God bless.
Another awesome video of "Life With Mari".... you just have an awesome personality.... it makes watching your videos more entertaining than any PCT videos I have watched for the last 3 years.... so good on you Mari!!!! I only hope you plan on doing the CDT or some other trail so we will get to see you for another season!!!!
Aw thanks Dave! I hope I can do more hiking! In the meantime, I have tons of video adventures you can watch on my channel, if you feel inclined. Here's a good van adventure :) th-cam.com/video/TkVHO8YggLQ/w-d-xo.html
I am a big fan and enjoy your videos. I am interested in the derivation of your crest. Thanking you
Thanks for the content!! Keep up the great work!! Really appreciate it!!
Hi Mari. My GF and I are heading out to hit the PCT in 5 weeks, thanks for the info.
I'm really interested in the UV hoodie Nick was wearing in the desert?
Awesome! I’m not sure if it was UV, but it was merino by the brand Mons Royale
@@mari.johnson cool, thanks.
My son lives in Avon Co. An hour from Leadville. He got me a Melly, by coincidence I got the same color as yours. He also got 2 other 2020 PCT'ers and my wife one.
What did you do for a midlayer in the desert section? Or did you not feel like you needed it
I didn't feel like I needed it. Just wore my rain jacket or puffy jacket when I needed to 😊
Nice video. You make some good points that others haven't. I especially like the extra layers. A poncho is a great piece of kit. If you get one with grommets in the corners and some line, it can be used as a tarp over your tent in extremely cold or wet weather. It is also helpful if you have to build a fire in the rain. As an old soldier, I like having an old Army poncho with its liner when in the woods. Good Luck, Rick
We definitely used them for makeshift shelters in the rain! Really nice to have 😊
@@mari.johnson Excellent. If you carry a candle, you can set up a "hot poncho" to warm you up in the cold. Which trail is next? Good Luck, Rick
so cute xo I love the purple top u wore on your 'whats in my PCT pack video' !! Where did u get it from ??
Enjoying your vids while wearing my Melanzana hoodie 🙂
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Yay, for sharing!! Thank you.
Thanks for sharing! Was wondering what size you got of the patagonia capilene air hoody? Can't figure out if S or XS would be a better fit...
I got a medium and I'm 5'6". I like a little bigger rather than smaller though
TH-cam recently suggested your "Packing for Yosemite Camping" (Sept 7, 2016) video. You've learned a lot since so I'd like to suggest you go back to that post and add a comment on what you've learned together with a link to this one.
Eek. I’m embarrassed already to go back and watch it 😂
Hi Mari! Do you plan on doing a video about the overall cost of doing the PCT?
I'm not sure - haven't calculated it all! But Whimsical Woman made a good one :)
Nice choices. Pretty light weight 👍
These post trail videos are great Taco Salad!
Cheers Luke!