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Fuck BUG SPRAY Shits nasty, if its really bad, get a face net like I did, Saves money since you only have to buy it once. deets gross.
I'm just gonna get a body net and take it to the next level
Fuck BUG SPRAY Shits nasty, if its really bad, get a face net like I did, Saves money since you only have to buy it once. deets gross.
from april to about mid june below a line from about richmond va/memphis tn/witchita ks/ las vegas nv/ bakersfield ca then you dont need that heavy a sleep system as long as you are NOT at altitude. say a system good down to 30F
That's kind of misguided. While I'd say you're mostly correct, I certainly remember temperatures below 30F in that time frame far south of Bakersfield.
Alright so here's what I think:
0-20 days on the road:
1.) cell phone/iPod/scanner (if on trains)/and chargers;
2.) relevant documents (maps/atlases/notebooks);
3.) hygienic things - tooth care (THIS IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN ANYTHING: TOOTHBRUSH, TOOTHPASTE, FLOSS, MOUTHWASH! DENTAL PROBLEMS FUCK YOU UP AND COST $$$!!!), deodorant (please use it if you're going to be around people), shaving stuffs if you prefer a clean shave, HAND SANITIZER, basic first aid: those kits they sell are ridiculous but a few bandaids, antiseptic, and some disposable latex/nitrile gloves are good ideas. Drugs may also be good: ibuprofen, diphenhydramine are most important in my eyes.
4.) Clothes: 0-20 days, one full change of clothes, at least 2xunderwear/socks. Pants aren't as important, but the stuff closest to your skin will definitely need changing after a few days. 20+ days, maybe add another pair, depending on how often you want to go to laundromats. I think if I did a long term trip again I'd carry some gym shorts or something lightweight to change into at a laundromat so I could wash everything.
5.) Sleeping stuffs: look at the weather for where you want to be and figure it out. I think a 20F bag is the best all around variety, but I mostly stick to the west coast, usually the southwest. Also, pads are infinitely better than cardboard. Inflatables can be lighter, more compactable, and comfier, but a bit more fragile. Widerstand has a good video on making a "Condom" to wrap around the inflatable pads to protect them from elements.
5a.) I think a tarp is best put in this section. It's nice to not roll out your stuff right on dirt or sand or whatever. I used to use a little 8'x10' tarp that was perfect. Also, hammocks. I have one and love it. You can use them in boxcars! And in most areas you'll be able to find someplace to hang one. It's nice to get off the ground.
6.) Other stuff: matches/lighters, moleskine (for blisters), reading materials for when you're bored, binocular/monocular (my monocular is probably my favorite piece of equipment), paracord...I'm sure I'm forgetting stuff but it's getting excessive.
In addition to the obvious basics (food and water) this is really all you need.
I strongly recommend you and everyone else check out Widerstand's videos. His "A pack to live out of" series is top notch.
CXr - tl;dr watch Widerstand's videos, I bring too much random junk.
here is a vid of my pack out... NOTE... IT IS OVERKILL.... I have been known to hit the woods and not touch a paved road again for a month, nor see another human being... My pack is modeled after a "bug out" bag for this reason.... the short list i originally posted is more than enough and some things you may not even use.... anyways, here ya go....
Id say by far my favorite piece of gear is the old modular sleep system which is an amazing system for $80.I have no doubt that system in good shape can go down past -0.I've slept in the 15's with it and was toasty as could be.Just button the hood down and wa lah you are your own heater via your breath lol.So glad i brought the whole system along its saved my ass numerous times.