Below is spreadsheet with all of the gear and clothing I brought on my thru-hike.
Ben's sleeping bag - tested in 95 degree weather
"You must ascend a mountain to learn your relation to matter, and so to your own body, for it is at home there, though you are not." - Henry David Thoreau
Thank you! The rain jacket I used was very, very useful in the beginning of the trip - it was waterproof for a long time. However, it didn't stay waterproof. I wore it a lot as a windbreaker (which it is great for) and as sun protection and mosquito protection. I think this was not the best idea, because it wore out quickly. By the time I reached Oregon, the rain coat was no longer waterproof - I had to make a poncho.
I used a cheap/free poncho for the remainder of the trail - including in Washington, which for us in 2013 was VERY wet.
I wore my raincoat UNDERneath the poncho as double protection.
Overall I would recommend a different, more waterproof/durable raincoat for Oregon/Washington. But for the beginning of the trail - it was perfect! and SO lightweight!
Hi Thyra, I really enjoy reading your blog. what an experience of a lifetime! I love the way you "paint the picture" in all your adventures. And your photos are AMAZING! what camera do u use if u don't mind me asking?
Hi! I have been enjoying your blog while preparing for my PCT 2014 adventure! Your photos are beautiful! What lens did you use for your Rebel? Did you bring more than one? Filters? How did you charge it? I'm thinking about bringing a DSLR with me but I'm worried about how many batteries I should carry and how will I charge them. Any advice about DSLR on PCT would be greatly appreciated!!! -Angelina
Thanks! I must say, I used the kit lens that came with the Rebel when I bought it! I only brought that one for fear of ruining a more expensive lens. No filters, just the lens. I never took it off or cleaned it. Also, I'm ashamed to admit, I didn't even have a case for it!
I carried the charger with me and charged the camera battery in town and any chance I could get... It was large and heavy (the charger - for an ultralighter) but I wouldn't have had it any other way. It was worth it.
Overall, I would say I am really happy I brought such a nice camera. It was worth the weight (for me) but other people may have a different opinion or hate it. It was heavy, cumbersome, fragile and I constantly worried about it.
I would recommend some sort of camera protection (case, cloth, bag...) because mine is pretty trashed after enduring the length of the trail (being completely exposed that entire time). But I say - if you cherish quality photos and don't mind the extra ounces - go for it!
Hi Thyra, Fellow Portlander here. I really enjoyed following along on your and Ben's adventure. Love the photos and your commitment to blogging the entire way! I'm wondering what you think of the Double Rainbow. My husband and I are considering upgrading for our JMT thru this summer. Did you use is the entire way? I'm curious if it holds up to some abuse and actually fits two adult people comfortably. Thanks for sharing! Danni
So so so sorry for the much delayed response to your important question! Wow - it must have slipped my attention. Good luck on your JMT thru this summer - perhaps you're already out there!? In terms of the Double Rainbow, I have only one thing to say about it: we didn't really like it. We used it the entire way, and plan to use it this summer when we finish up our hike in Washington. It holds up with "some" abuse (finished with a completely broken zipper) and it fits two adults comfortably (in our opinion) however the drawback is that it does not handle condensation well AT ALL. That is our one major gripe. Hope that's helpful! If not, and you already purchased one, I'm curious to know whether or not you like it! Thanks for reading!
8 comments:
hello
congratulations for your blog, I find it very useful.
I have a question regarding the clothes. the rain jacket outdoors is really water proof, can you use it as wind breaker ?? how good it is ???
thanks
Adrian
Adrian,
Thank you! The rain jacket I used was very, very useful in the beginning of the trip - it was waterproof for a long time. However, it didn't stay waterproof. I wore it a lot as a windbreaker (which it is great for) and as sun protection and mosquito protection. I think this was not the best idea, because it wore out quickly. By the time I reached Oregon, the rain coat was no longer waterproof - I had to make a poncho.
I used a cheap/free poncho for the remainder of the trail - including in Washington, which for us in 2013 was VERY wet.
I wore my raincoat UNDERneath the poncho as double protection.
Overall I would recommend a different, more waterproof/durable raincoat for Oregon/Washington. But for the beginning of the trail - it was perfect! and SO lightweight!
Hope that helps!
Hi Thyra, I really enjoy reading your blog. what an experience of a lifetime! I love the way you "paint the picture" in all your adventures. And your photos are AMAZING! what camera do u use if u don't mind me asking?
-Leah
Leah:
Thanks for the kind words! I used a Canon Rebel T3, which I loved. It is super lightweight for a DSLR and it is unbelievably durable. It still works!
-Thyra
Hi! I have been enjoying your blog while preparing for my PCT 2014 adventure! Your photos are beautiful! What lens did you use for your Rebel? Did you bring more than one? Filters? How did you charge it? I'm thinking about bringing a DSLR with me but I'm worried about how many batteries I should carry and how will I charge them. Any advice about DSLR on PCT would be greatly appreciated!!!
-Angelina
AK -
Thanks! I must say, I used the kit lens that came with the Rebel when I bought it! I only brought that one for fear of ruining a more expensive lens. No filters, just the lens. I never took it off or cleaned it. Also, I'm ashamed to admit, I didn't even have a case for it!
I carried the charger with me and charged the camera battery in town and any chance I could get... It was large and heavy (the charger - for an ultralighter) but I wouldn't have had it any other way. It was worth it.
Overall, I would say I am really happy I brought such a nice camera. It was worth the weight (for me) but other people may have a different opinion or hate it. It was heavy, cumbersome, fragile and I constantly worried about it.
I would recommend some sort of camera protection (case, cloth, bag...) because mine is pretty trashed after enduring the length of the trail (being completely exposed that entire time). But I say - if you cherish quality photos and don't mind the extra ounces - go for it!
Hi Thyra,
Fellow Portlander here. I really enjoyed following along on your and Ben's adventure. Love the photos and your commitment to blogging the entire way! I'm wondering what you think of the Double Rainbow. My husband and I are considering upgrading for our JMT thru this summer. Did you use is the entire way? I'm curious if it holds up to some abuse and actually fits two adult people comfortably.
Thanks for sharing!
Danni
Hi Danni,
So so so sorry for the much delayed response to your important question! Wow - it must have slipped my attention. Good luck on your JMT thru this summer - perhaps you're already out there!? In terms of the Double Rainbow, I have only one thing to say about it: we didn't really like it. We used it the entire way, and plan to use it this summer when we finish up our hike in Washington. It holds up with "some" abuse (finished with a completely broken zipper) and it fits two adults comfortably (in our opinion) however the drawback is that it does not handle condensation well AT ALL. That is our one major gripe. Hope that's helpful! If not, and you already purchased one, I'm curious to know whether or not you like it! Thanks for reading!
- Thyra
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