Mountaineering the Thorsborne Path on Hinchinbrook Island

  ITEM   WT. (OZ)   SUB (oz.)   SUB (kg)   COMMENTS            BACKPACK         MLD Burn (DCF) (changed)         15     Frameless, narrow profile / UL backpack of selection for the reason that 2000s / Present fashion has extra bells and whistles than the unique model, however no biggie to switch (see Pack Hack video). Pack Liner (Trash Compactor Bag)          2     Affordable and efficient               17          0.48   SHELTER         Tarptent Aeon Li       16.8     Simple to pitch and roomy for one thing that weighs round a pound. The tub ground and netting are key for rainy, muddy, and buggy (oh my) prerequisites. If rain isn’t at the playing cards, I depart door flaps utterly rolled up for extra air flow and enhanced perspectives (see picture under). Stakes – Easton stakes (include tent)         1.7                18.5         0.52   SLEEPING SYSTEM         Pad – Thermarest NeoAir XLite (Sm)          8     Very at ease / Doubles as makeshift framesheet for pack / Put ft on backpack when napping / See 20,000 + mile evaluate. Cover – MLD Spirit Cover  38°F (Lge) (with Poncho head slot)         19     I want artificial over down insulation in scorching/humid environs (see UL Backpacking Tools in Sizzling and Humid Climate for main points).              27          0.77   KITCHEN         LokSak 20×12 (Meals Bag)        1.2     Holds as much as 5 days of meals. I’ve discovered that seals begin to move after about six weeks of standard use within the box. Meals Vessel: Reconstituted Gatorade Powder Container         1.8     Titanium spork (Toaks)        0.2     I put some orange tape across the finish to make it more difficult to lose. SmartWater Bottles 1 LT (2)        2.6                   5.8         0.16   FIRST AID / HYGIENE         Sunscreen (repackaged in a tiny bottle)         Hand Sanitizer (repackaged in a dropper bottle)       It’s been two decades since I’ve had a case of the trots within the backcountry. I believe a large reason why is my diligent use of hand sanitizer. Aquamira (repackaged in dropper bottles)       Water purification approach of selection since 2007. Mini Toothbrush         Toothpaste (mini tube)         Dental Floss       Doubles as stitching thread Antiseptic Wipes (2)       Blank cuts and wounds. Gauze         Triple Antibiotic Cream (tiny tube)         3M Micropore Scientific Tape       Breathable, paper tape / Adheres smartly. Ibuprofen (6)       Stitching Needle       One-armed blind folks can stitch higher than I will be able to. Tenacious Tape and Mini Tube Tremendous Glue (napping mat restore)                      4           0.11   CLOTHES         Rain Jacket – Montbell Versalite          6.4     Pit-zips, two wallet, 3-way adjustable hood / Mix with trip umbrella when it’s truly bucketing down.  Insulation – Patagonia Capilene Thermal Weight Zip-Neck         6.5     Flexible. Can be utilized as a mid-layer in scorching prerequisites (measurement up), or a base layer when temps are round freezing. Additional Socks – REI Merino Wool Liners          1.4     Nonetheless my go-to liner socks, although the present fashions aren’t somewhat as sturdy because the pre-2013 variations. Head Web – Sea to Summit with Insect Protect         1.3                   15.6         0.44   MISCELLANEOUS         Telephone –iPhone 11         6.8     Primary improve over my outdated Samsung Galaxy S7 Otter Symmetry case (orange)         1.3       Umbrella – Montbell Commute Umbrella  3.0 Extra of a supplementary merchandise reasonably than a stand-alone resolution for all my rain coverage wishes. Combines smartly with rain jacket. Sanity saver when it’s belting down for a longer length.  Small stuff sack – HMG Cuben Fiber (2)         0.6      Ditty bag / First Support / Toiletries  Nitecore NU25        1.8     Contemporary pickup. I’d been listening to good stuff about it for the remaining 12 months or two, and made up our minds to present it a check out. Double thumbs up.  Montbell Path Pockets (orange fashion)        0.5     Love this little pockets. Mild and first rate choice to the hikertrash/homeless Ziploc fashion. Use it each on path and stale.  Swiss Military Vintage        0.7     Compass – Suunto M-3G World Professional        1.6     Adjustable declination and globally balanced needle. Map Bag – Quart Dimension Ziploc        0.3 Helps to keep maps blank, dry, and arranged. Montbell Alpine Carbon Pole Cam Lock (with out strap and basket)        6.8 After a few years of the usage of the Fizan Compacts (twist lock), I switched to the Montbell flip-locks which can be more straightforward to maintain, extra protected, and price the additional ounce and a part.             23.6        0.67             BASE WEIGHT TOTAL        6.9 lb      3.1 kg             ITEMS WORN         Shorts – Patagonia Baggies 7″       6.7     Base layer – Patagonia Solar Stretch Blouse (Lge)           7     I’ve been ceaselessly the usage of this blouse right through the Australian summer time lately. Subject matter feels comfortable towards the outside, comfy have compatibility, dries temporarily, helpful zippered wallet, and UPF 30 coverage. Hat – Adapt-a-Cap (outdated fashion)        3.2     The most recent incarnation is heavier and a bit tight for other people with a large noggin. Footwear – Brooks Cascadia 14      23.6     I’ve worn each fashion of the Cascadias for the reason that 3’s, which got here out greater than a decade in the past. Apart from the Cascadia 10’s, the entire other incarnations have constantly given me between 450 and 600 miles ahead of having to change them out. Socks – REI Merino Wool liners        1.4 Nonetheless my go-to liner socks, although the present fashions aren’t as sturdy because the pre-2013 variations. Grimy Lady Gaiters        1.2 At hand for maintaining out grime and dust. Amusing colors and designs. I’ve been rocking DG’s since 2007.  Timex Ironman Watch        1.4     Affordable, sturdy, gentle, a couple of alarms Shades        0.8     Polarized lenses, 100% UV coverage, wrap-around.          46.2         1.31             TOTAL WEIGHT          9.8 lb        4.4 kg