Gear!

The list w/ my thoughts. I'm building this as a wishlist on Amazon w/ comments (http://amzn.com/w/M75IS1M79X8V) and have a note on my computer with weight and prices. Will update as I continue researching & start purchasing items.


Sleeping:
Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo                         30     150
                        LE                                             23     200

Thermarest Z Lite Sol                                      14      40






Jacks R Better Sierra Sniveller (20)                 24     260
If I go the way of a sleeping quilt, definitely this option. I've been going back and forth, but am back thinking about the sleeping quilt option b/c of the reduced feeling of constriction.
Some concerns about warmth, but the silk liner and the loops for tightening this under my sleeping pad are making me lean back this way. Also, this has an option for treated down--not sure if it's all it's cracked up to be, but I think it might be worth trying out.













OR
Marmot Hydrogen (30)                                   25    349
Not much heavier in weight (only one oz), but maybe not as comfortable for me? I'm going to check it out-try to find a place where I can climb in one and see if I hate it. I've actually never owned a mummy bag, so we'll see.

Cocoon CoolMax MummyLiner (polyester)  9.6     40
OR
Cocoon Silk                                                     4.7     60

Electronics/Navigation:
Nomad 7 Solar Panel Goal Zero                    12.8     80
This is the solar charger I have seen the most both on the trail, in trail blogs, and used by other adventures, like the cross country cyclist I met this summer. All have had nothing but good things to say about this brand, so I'm going to follow suit.
iPhone 4S*                                                                 99 + my soul for two years
This will allow me to check in with folks and let them know a bear hasn't made a snack of me, blog about my adventure, record audio from said adventure, take pictures of said adventure, and access a number of handy apps. 1) 101 Classics app--no need for a paper book, or wasting headlamp batteries to read a few pages before falling asleep. 2) Halfmile's app, which works as long as you have GPS signal to let you know whether you're still on the PCT 3)Guthook 4)PCTHYOH 5)Google + so I can upload pictures from my phone to 6)Blogger.
LifeProof case                                                 3.5     80
Headlamp (LED Energizer one)*

Food and water:
I'm starting out stoveless, and we'll see what happens (see previous post). At some point after the desert, I might think about a stove/warm food, particularly for the Washington section. To start though, I know I won't want to mess with the hassle of cooking every night when it's already hot as all get out.
Platypus 3 L and 2L Big Zip                          5.8     32
Sawyer Mini filter                                             2      25
Light My Fire spork                                         .3      3

Clothing:
Underwear is tricky to research and I haven't found any really great reviews. Just getting ideas now, will probably try a few and see what I think. I don't want to spend a fortune on stuff that doesn't hold up/work out though.
Ex Officio Boy Cut                                                   20
Women's UA Perfect Shape Shorty                          40
Kathmandu QuickDry Brief                                     35

Sierra Design Woman's Hurricane Pants                  54
GoLite women's zip off pants*                                  8.5 (used & on sale!)
Sierra Designs Gnar Hoodie down jacket*               79 (super Next Adventure sale!)

North Face Summit Series rain jacket*                    100 (outlet store on sale)

Feet:
Vibram hiking shoes I found a Goodwill*                 20
These have lots of wear left in them, and I wore them on my first practice hike. No blisters or problems other than the one caused by having my foot wrapped poorly.walking funny because of it.
Keeping an eye out for more deals like this one. Can't afford to pay for brand new shoes when I'll need 3-5 pairs. I have a pair of New Balance running shoes that may get put in a resupply box too. I generally have good luck with shoes and don't tend to get blisters once they're broken in/my feet have built up appropriate calluses. Two seasons of roller derby on top of growing up on a farm have given me pretty tough feet.
Wigwam Merino Comfort Hiker (midweight) x2*     5
Scored several pairs of these as part of that rad Next Adventure sale. Plan to use these as my sleep socks-pretty warm, have been testing them out at home now that winter weather is sinking in. Not much of a fall this year here in Oregon sadly.
Wigwam Prep School knee high*                                5
Thinking these might give a bit more warmth in Washington/parts of Oregon, especially if I get rid of long pants at some point, as others have done. They're cute, stripy, and have purple argyle...couldn't pass them up.














Injinji Trail midweight performance 2.0*                  15
Heard good things about these from other folks, saw a pair in purple and wanted to give them a shot. I had a bit of an issue with a sort of hole developing between my pinky toe and next one at one point in my derby career, thinking this might prevent moisture/bacteria hanging out there. 

Dirty Girl Gaters                                                       18
Rumored to extend life of socks and shoes. Plus they're fun.

First Aid/Toiletries:
Don't Bite Me Patch (20 count)                                15
Vitamin I (ibruprofen)
Potable Aqua tabs (backup water treatment)           15?
QTips
Baby wipes
TP
Duct Tape (not on original roll)
Pepto (I'm not usually one to experience tummy issues, but in a pinch, it'd be nice to have a little of the pink stuff. My body isn't used to junk/fast food, and I know I'll be eating some).
Birth control (Trying not to deal with endo on the trail...so I'll try not to have a period the whole time. Trying to avoid forced nero/zero days for pain, and physical activity makes endo pain significantly worse).
Medical tape
Gauze pads
Small bandaids
Toothbrush w/ handle removed
Sewing kit
Chapstick w/ UV protection
Hydropel

* indicates I own the item currently