ITEM |
WT. (OZ) |
SUB (oz) |
SUB (kg) |
COMMENTS |
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BACKPACK |
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MLD Burn DCF |
16 |
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Ultralight, frameless, slim profile – I’ve been using different incarnations of the Burn since the mid-2000s / I’ve had the DCF model since 2018. |
Pack Liner (Trash Compactor Bag) |
2 |
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Cheap & effective |
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18 |
0.51 |
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SHELTER |
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Tarptent Aeon Li |
16.8 |
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Uber-lite, holds up OK in a storm when pitched low (108cm), and very roomy for something which weighs around a pound / Note: I didn’t end up using it as I stayed in the winter rooms. |
Stakes – Easton “Nail” models (6) |
1.7 |
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18.5 |
0.52 |
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SLEEPING SYSTEM |
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Pad – Thermarest NeoAir XLite (Sm) |
8 |
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Very comfy / Doubles as makeshift framesheet for pack (See 20,000 + mile review) (Note: As with the tent, I didn’t end up using it on the BHT). |
Quilt – Katabatic Alsek 22 (Long / 900fp) |
22.2 |
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Conservatively rated 22°F / More than 900 nights using Katabatic quilts since 2011. |
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30.2 |
0.86 |
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KITCHEN |
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LokSak 20×12 (Food Bag) |
1.2 |
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Food storage bag of choice since the mid 2000s. I often hear people complain about the seals breaking quickly, but I’ve always found them to be fairly durable (4 to 6 weeks of daily use) if you don’t overfill them. |
Toaks 700ml Titanium Pot |
3.1 |
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Toaks Titanium Siphon Alcohol Stove
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0.7 |
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Toaks Titanium Alcohol Stove Pot Stand |
1.2 |
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Titanium Long-handled spoon |
0.7 |
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SmartWater Bottles 1 LT (2) |
2.6 |
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9.5 |
0.27 |
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FIRST AID / HYGIENE |
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Sunscreen (repackaged in tiny bottle) |
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Hand Sanitizer (repackaged in dropper bottle) |
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It’s been more than 20 years since I’ve had a case of the runs in the backcountry. I think a big reason is my diligent use of hand sanitizer. |
Aquamira (repackaged in dropper bottles) |
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Purification method of choice since 2007. |
Toothbrush |
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Toothpaste (mini tube) |
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Dental Floss |
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Doubles as sewing thread |
Antiseptic Wipes (2) |
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Clean cuts/wounds |
Gauze |
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Triple Antibiotic Cream (tiny tube) |
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3M Micropore Medical Tape |
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Breathable, paper tape / Adheres well. |
Ibuprofen (6) |
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Sewing Needle |
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One-armed blind people can sew better than I can. |
Tenacious Tape, Duct Tape, Mini Tube Super Glue (repairs) |
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To compensate for lack of sewing skills. |
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4 |
0.11 |
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CLOTHES |
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Rain Pants – Montbell Versalite |
3.2 |
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Very light and water-resistant. Fine for on-trail hiking, care needs to be taken when heading off-trail/bushwhacking. |
Thermal Underwear – Montbell Super Merino Middle Weight Tights |
6 |
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Rain Jacket – Montbell Torrent Flier |
6.5 |
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The newest incarnation of the Torrent Flier. A couple of ounces lighter than the older model. For off-trail, I prefer the heavier 3-Layer Montbell Storm Cruiser. |
Insulation – Insulation – Montbell Chameece Inner Jacket (No longer made/Replaced by Montbell Chameece Jacket) |
8.8 |
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I’ve owned this fleece for the last four years / Ideal summer insulation layer for the Alps– not too heavy, performs well when damp, takes the edge off chilly mornings. |
Insulation – Montbell 1000 Alpine Down Parka |
9.1 |
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Great warmth-to-weight ratio. Upgrade over long-time favorite 3-season puffy, the Superior Down Parka. |
Extra Socks – Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew |
2.6 |
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Kept dry for sleeping/ Doubled as mittens when temps dipped well below freezing. |
Buff (Original Polyester) |
1.4 |
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Beanie, neck/face protection, condensation wipe, convenience store holdups if low on cash. |
Montbell Chameece Liner gloves |
0.9 |
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Almost four years of regular use and still going strong / Easily the best liner gloves I’ve used, and it’s not even close. |
Montbell Dry Tec Over Mittens |
3.2 |
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42.7 |
1.2 |
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MISCELLANEOUS |
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Phone – iPhone 11 |
7.1 |
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Otter Symmetry case for iPhone 11 (orange) |
1.3 |
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Camera – Sony RX100 3 + Neoprene camera case |
11.3 |
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After a few years of using only my phone, I bit the photography bullet in 2018 and upgraded for the Scotland/Norway trip. Happy with the results so far (Note: In 2021, I went a little further down the photography rabbit hole and picked up a Sony a6400 / 18-135 mm lens). |
Stuff sacks – HMG Cuben Fiber (2) |
2.4 |
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Headlamp – Nitecore NU25 |
1.8 |
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Excellent rechargeable headlamp. Most of the time I tend to use the low red setting to preserve night vision. |
Montbell Trail Wallet (orange model) |
0.5 |
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Love this little wallet. Use it both on trail and off. Upgrade from the plastic cardholder. |
Swiss Army Classic |
0.7 |
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For a long time, I really only used the tweezers and scissors, but in recent years I’ve carried more cheese and veggies on shorter hikes, meaning that I now use the knife as much, or more than the other two features. |
Compass – Suunto M-3G Global Pro |
1.6 |
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Adjustable declination and globally balanced needle (more responsive than my old Suunto M-2). |
Small pen |
0.3 |
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Deuce of Spades potty trowel |
0.6 |
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Map Bag – Quart Size Ziploc |
0.2 |
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Keeps maps clean, dry & organized. |
Salewa Mountain Spikes |
11 |
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Similar to Kathoola Microspikes |
Montbell Alpine Carbon Pole Cam Lock |
7.1 |
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Upgraded after many years of using the Fizans, due to the fact that I’ve had the twist-lock mechanism fail on me a couple of times in extreme conditions / Cam (flip) lock easier to handle, more secure, and worth the extra ounce and a half. (Note: The 2022 model is lighter, tipping the scales at 6.7 oz). |
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46.5 |
1.3 |
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BASE WEIGHT |
TOTAL |
10.6 lb |
4.8 kg |
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ITEMS WORN |
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Shorts – Patagonia Baggies 7″ |
6.7 |
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Hiking shorts of choice since 2014/15. The 7″ are long enough that they can be used on trail but still look respectable around town. See Review. |
Base layer – Montbell Cool Hoodie |
6.6 |
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This was the first sun hoodie I’ve ever tried and I have to say I was impressed. Light, airy, dries quickly, the kangaroo pouch was handy for snacks/phone/map, and when combined with the baseball cap, it provided great sun protection. |
Hat – CDT Baseball Cap |
3.2 |
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Shoes – Brooks Cascadia 13 |
23.6 |
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I’ve worn every model of the Cascadias since the 3’s, which came out more than a decade ago. Since that time I’ve tried Altras, La Sportivas, and a couple of other different brands, but I always come back to the Cascadias. |
Socks – REI Merino Wool liners |
1.6 |
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Still my favourite liner socks, though the current models aren’t as durable as the pre-2013 versions. |
Dirty Girl Gaiters |
1.2 |
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Handy for keeping out dirt and mud. I’ve been using DG’s since 2007. |
Montbell Gore-tex All Round socks |
2.2 |
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Timex Ironman Watch |
1.4 |
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Cheap, durable, light, multiple alarms |
Sunglasses |
0.8 |
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Polarized lenses, 100% UV protection, wrap-around. |
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58.3 |
1.7 |
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TOTAL WEIGHT |
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13.7 lb |
6.2 kg |
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