The Hiking Checklist
What goes on the feets?
Altra Men's Olympus 5 Trail Running Shoe
- $189.00
- 12.3 oz
- On a completely shallow level, I prefer men's trail runners for the color schemes.
- $23.99
- Weight unknown
- Waterproof and breathable in the same sentence may seem like an oxymoron, and to be frank I couldn't tell you if these are breathable or not because I sweat profusely not even doing any kind of physical activity but they are definitely waterproof. I have a few pairs of the ankle and crew length, as well as one of the knee highs. Besides hiking I've also used these for snowboarding and they worked great.
- $22.99
- 14.1 oz
- There are more expensive options ranging upwards of $100 or more with tungsten and or aluminum spikes along with coils for traction as opposed to spikes, but these get the job done and provide great traction with the muddier trails.
Pack
- $28.79
- 24.7 oz
- This comes with a 2L bladder, but I've replaced it for the one I have below. This bag sits at the perfect point on my back and I like the hipbelt pockets in the front. I've had this pack for about four years now washing it many a times with no signs of wear. It's got enough room for my crampons (an extra pair for friends if they I know they don't have their own), first aid kit, paracord, bladder, an emergency blanket, usually a few snack bars, my meal, phone, lip balm, sunscreen, rain shell (sometimes), and tp. This pack is cheap af, but it has a sternum strap (equipped with an oh shit whistle) which greatly improves stability along with the aforementioned hipbelt/waist strap and it's also frameless making it lighter which is fine because I'm only doing day hikes. At the top of the pack adjacent to the outlet for your bladder straw is another opening, I'm assuming for trekking poles. There are also gear loops in the load lifter straps, but I typically don't use them cause I don't like loose parts clanging around and making noise although there is also an elastic band that might help to mitigate this (D-Rings included if you want to utilize these). Recommended pack sizes for day hikes are 10-25L.
*I do have a rain cover but typically don't use it. I just throw my phone into the main pocket if it starts pouring and that usually works well enough.
- $24.99
- 9.9 oz
- Keep in mind that 1L of water weighs 35.274 oz or approximately 2.2 lbs.
- I've had this for a minute now, and so far so good as far as durability in concerned. Although the plastic taste won't dissipate no matter how many times I wash this thing.
- $19.95
- 5.6 oz (Standard, but maybe 2 more oz with my add ons max?)
- I recommend this one in particular because it's HSA/FSA eligible. On top of this I also added a tube of super glue which works as a great replacement for sutures on smaller lacerations (not a doctor). I also have a few of Dr. Scholl's Blister Cushions in there because nothing sucks more than babying a foot and have the opposing knee and hip on fire for the next few days.
TP
- 4 oz (Standard half roll of toilet paper with cardboard, you do the maths)
- Now they actually make this product, but for toilet paper I just exercise the knowledge provided to me by someone else. When you have a half roll of tp at home just pull out the cardboard and throw that in a Ziploc.
- $260.00
- 6.4 oz
- Certain things I'm willing to spend a little more on, and this is one of them. Lightweight and folds up into a nice little turd log. The jacket material comprises of 2-layer WINDSTOPPER® fabrics by GORE-TEX LABS 10-denier Ballistic Airlight nylon ripstop (DWR finish) with a breathability of 43,000 g/ m²/ 24hrs (JIS L-1099 B-1 method) and water pressure resistance at 20,000mm or more.
- $17.99
- 1.6 fl oz (1.7 oz total weight of a full bottle)
- I usually will carry this in my pack. UVA/UVB protection and packed antioxidant-rich ingredients like green tea extract and niacinamide to help protect your skin from environmental stressors and free radical damage. Great lightweight sunscreen, but I sweat a lot of this off in less than the advertised 80 minute wear time.
- $18.99
- 16 fl oz (17.8 oz total weight of a full bottle)
- A more real deal sunscreen, good for the environment and sensitive skin. Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection, Water Resistant, Octinoxate & Oxybenzone Free with moisturizing Vitamin E and Aloe with 80 minutes of water resistance that actually works. I don't normally carry this in my pack unless I'm doing a longer hike in a hotter area or doing one where I know there will be absolutely no cover. I apply before heading out and then will maintain coverage with the sunscreen above. Mineral sunscreens tend to have longer wear.
The Fit
- $19.99-$27.99
- 7 oz (for most tops)
- Affordable, fits like a glove, offers great support, love the butter soft material and she's giving. I have a few of these to go out, work out in and for hikes. They also have cute ass shirts and one pieces.
- $19.96
- It's hard not buying things from China. This is a quality top for trails with California Grass or lots of Uluhe. The light breathable material wicks away moisture really quickly. Can't repeat this enough, I am a sweater! This particular top has thumbholes which is nice for keep the sleeves in place scrambling up overgrown areas and a good combo with gloves.
- $37.99
- Unknown weight
- Perfect for the trails that are overgrown or muddier. These are really lightweight and breathable and are good at wicking away moisture for the most part. Unless you're up to your knees in mud for hours on end then there's really no helping that.
- $24.99 (they were $40 when I first purchased them)
- Unknown weight
- The fit on these is stellar, they're durable, breathable, the thickness of the material is just right and if that doesn't convince you I also own 5 pairs now. Lol.
- $14.99
- They're gloves.....
230.94 oz or 14.43 lbs would be the total weight of my pack completely stuffed with a meal, snacks, bladder full, jacket, and what I mentioned above under my pack section (rough estimates for food at a couple pounds). I always bring extra food tbh because I always think in the back of my head what if one day I got lost? Seems unlikely, but countless have perished in the thicket of the Hawaiian jungle. Without the bladder full 125.04 oz or 7.82 lbs. Throw in a life straw (1.6 oz) and the pack is under 10lbs. Lol. I don't have the strongest upper body so I try not to go above 15 lbs. I used to carry a pack that was 20lbs or more and just the 5 extra lbs. makes such a huge difference when you do anything over 5 miles. Also getting a better pack that
Update Log:
06/30/2024
06/30/2024
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