My Thru-Hiking Gear

I have hiked over 5000km on long distance trails across the world.

Here is a list of some of my favorite gear.

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My Big Four

Tent

• The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2

The Tiger Wall UL2 is my favorite tent. I bought it in Alaska in 2019 and it has been with me on countless camping trips and thru-hikes. It has never let me down, even in crazy alpine storms.

Weight: 2lbs 3oz.

• The Liteway Pyraomm Duo Tarp 2P + Pyraomm Duo Half Mesh 1P

This tent is a good option, especially for Europeans as there are not many UL gear brands on that side of the Atlantic.

Note: Remember to seal the seams before you head out on your first trip! (I didn't... and it was not a good time, trust me!)

Weight: 1.58 lbs

Sleeping Pad

• The Therm-a-Rest Zlite Sol

The fact that I never have to worry about puncturing this pad and that I can use it absolutely everywhere is why I love it so much. I cut some of it off to make it lighter and pack down smaller. It is perfect for my needs!

Weight: 10 oz

Quilt

• The Cedar Ridge Outdoor 0°F

Unfortunately, the CRO cottage company does not exist anymore... I'm a cold sleeper and this quilt is perfect for me all year round.

Here are 2 similar options from very renowned brands that people seem to love:

• UGQ

• Enlightened Equipment

Backpack

I have two thru-hiking packs. Unfortunately, again, one of these cottage companies does not exist anymore. So I will list only one of these packs as well as another pack that I think is a great option.

• The Liteway Gramless 35L

• The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 45L

I'll add here my CTUG Shoulder Pocket that I love.

Trekking Poles

• The Black Diamond Alpine Cork
  

Satellite Communication Device

• Garmin InReach Mini 2

Cooking System

Pot: Vargo Bot

I love the options this pot give me. It is super lightweight and the screw top makes it so you can also cold soak.

Stove: BRS

The lightest and cheapest stove on the market. I have been using it for years and it's been great so far!

Water Filtration System: Sawyer Squeeze

+I use a spork or a long handled spoon

Clothing

Shoes

• Saucony Peregrine Trail Running Shoes

Of all the trail runners that I have used over the years, the Saucony Peregrine are my favorite. But keep in mind that shoes are very personal!

Camp Shoes

• Tevas

Socks

• Micro Crews from Darn Tough 

• Liners from Injinji

T-Shirt

• Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily

Long Sleeve Shirt

• Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily

Shorts and Pants

• Patagonia Baggies

• Fjallraven Keb Trousers

• Lululemon Wunder Train

Midlayer

I am lucky enough to have been able to snag a Melly on my trip to Colorado a couple years back. Here are some similar options:

• The Patagonia R1

• Senchi Designs
  

Puffy

• The Montbell Thermawrap

I prefer synthetic insulation so that it can stay somewhat useful in case it gets soaked.

Rain Jacket

• Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket

• Mammut Eiger Speed HS

I have both of these and they have served me well over the years.

Bear Country

Bear Canister : BV500

Bear Spray: Counter Assault

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