Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike 6.6lb Ultralight Gear List
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Published 2022-05-09
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The Pacific Crest Trail is 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada across the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. I am starting this hike later than typical in an effort to avoid snow and colder temperatures, allowing me to carry less gear and hike a bit faster more comfortably. Still in the beginning temperatures in the desert will be very hot, and certainly it will still get below freezing in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
My goal is to hike this trail in 100 days or less, but I am flexible and would be happy with more. I want to do it this way as I enjoy the big mile days and pushing myself, I enjoy the extra challenge, and a faster hike typically means a cheaper hike. Either way, whether faster or slower, I am just happy to be getting out there.
At this point I have hiked a fair amount and am really comfortable with what I use. I am comfortable in my experience from past thru hikes and the skills I've learned to carry very little safely and happily.
On the Appalachian Trail I carried a sub 6lb base weight, the Pacific Northwest Trail, Arizona Trail, Sheltowee Trace Trail, and my two Florida Trail thru hikes were not much different. I've always wanted to have a minimal gear setup while out backpacking. Both to avoid potential injuries by carrying less weight, to focus more on the trail rather than the gear, and to hopefully be more efficient while hiking to get the most out of every moment. It has been a fun journey into minimalism through backpacking and hiking. I wouldn't change a thing.
Though I've greatly enjoyed doing a lot of smaller and less known thru hikes, I am very excited to be returning to the PCT in my journey towards the triple crown. I've dreamed of this trail since 2016, and now is finally my chance to do it.
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All Comments (21)
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Check me out on Instagram for the most frequent of updates from the trail! @jupiterhikes thanks for watching and coming along with me 🙂
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Crazy that the power pack is almost 1/6th of your base weight. 🤣
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Dude, now that is an impressive Ultra-Lite set up you have there! I was doing fine until you rolled out your 1/8” “sleeping pad”😂 when ever a person says “it’s not So Bad” it means it’s still bad!! Good for you though!! You’ll be able to rock out the miles!! Best of luck on your Journey!!
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You’re a hard man under that velvety soft delivery, Jupiter. The 1/8” pad, the 1 oz of sun screen, the 4 ltrs of water capacity— truly spartan kit. God speed!
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Jupiter : this is my cook system... (pulls out an empty Peter Pan PB jar and a spork....cut in half) Lol ❤....Jupiter you're a viking... so excited for the PCT footage. I can't believe you hiked the PCT in 84 days....smh.... that's moving dude !!!
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Dude thx to your videos I went from a 40lb pack to a less than 20lb pack
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It’s always the sleep pad that gets me 😂 keep doing you dude
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Well gee. That .45 Oz body glide is soooo extravagant! Seriously, you've done an amazing job dialing in your gear. I'm working to get my base weight down to 15 lbs for th AT next year. But, I'm 67 and need a few more comforts. Fair warning...as you get older that inflatable pad becomes a necessity.
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So amazed that you’re at 6.6 lbs baseweight WITH a camera and mini tripod! I’ve learned so much about equipment, locations and positive attitude watching your videos.
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Proud of you, my guy. I’ve Been following your passion for years and you keep inspiring, even if it is not your intention. You’re a mad man!!!! 🍻
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I really enjoy your channel and have learned a lot! I love how you’re not the entitled snobby UL type, and recognize that everyone has different wants/needs. With that being said…I about died from laughter when you busted out a mouse pad as your sleeping pad 😂
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Happy trails and good luck. May the trail provide.
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Staggeringly lightweight gear! Hope you enjoy the PCT, looking forward to seeing updates of your hike. Thanks for uploading, Jupiter.
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I love watching videos like these. Helps me with gear ideas as well as I get a little bit of the excitement that comes from packing for a hiking trip.
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This dude is a beast! That tarp and foam pad puts him on a whole different level in my book!
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Just wanted to add a note thanking you for taking a few minutes of your day at PCT Days this past weekend while you were stopping at trail associaon booths to share a few minutes with me. Again, thank you for your time and effort in making these videos and for the curtesy you displayed in my interuption of your day.
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Eagerly awaiting your next video. I have been checking in every 2 weeks since posting haha. I hope you are having fun Jupiter.
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It is so nerdy and excellent I want to pack my own bag, RIGHT NOW! Good luck out there Jupiter and thanks again for awesome videos.
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I bought the Rovy Von flashlight after your dedicated review video. It's fantastic. All you need. So light and feature filled. Good luck on the trail. I'll be watching.
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So exciting! Great list. Looking forward to your videos. Best of luck and happiness to you.
