Shakedown: Uinta Highline Trail first week of September
Shakedown: Uinta Highline Trail first week of September
Where and when: McKee Draw to Hayden Pass (westbound), first few days of September
What temp range and weather do you expect: 40F-70F, high exposure, potential multiple daily thunderstorms, hail possible, worst case heavy rain and/or below-freezing conditions
Goal Baseweight (BPW): somewhere ~6 lbs, I’d be willing to add stuff
Budget: <$100
Non-negotiable Items: nothing’s non-negotiable but not enough time or money to make major changes
Solo or with another person?: Solo
Additional Information: I’ve backpacked the AZT/PCT/CDT with similar kits but never in Utah outside brief peakbagging trips in the La Sals. I’d love to skip to Leidy TH. I’d enjoy meeting like-minded hikers but am comfortable alone. Considering adding a small cook kit to give me something to do if/when riding out thunderstorms
Lighterpack Link: https://lighterpack.com/r/262b1g
Good, thoroughly writ gear list. Cool to see all the myog stuff. I'll take a better look once I'm done with work later tonight.
thanks hombre! interested to hear what you have to say
Finally had chance to look at it. Not a lot to add really.
Clothing/layers are minimal, but should be fine since you'll be in your quilt during the coldest part of the night. And I assume you'll be moving most of the daylight hours. Do the wind pants add much warmth and can you sleep in them?
Looks like you're going no cook/no cold soak?
Nothing for foot care or blister prevention? I keep a few square of leukotape on release paper for this purpose. I mostly need it for off-trail hikes where I get more side to side movement and friction on my heels, but I like having it anyway in case I get a hot spot.
How are you hanging your bear bag? I don't think canisters are required, but I'm not sure what the regulations there are exactly.
I see no TP, etc. Doing the Skurka-style bidet?
Like I said, not a ton to add. That's a tight system. Very efficient, no excess. Overall, it seems like you have a lot of experience with long distance hikes and know what works, what doesn't and what you can handle.
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