Post Hike Gear Review on the John Muir Trail 2023
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- Section one of the John Muir Trail is complete and it's time to reflect on all my gear so I can decide what I will bring when I hike the remaining 211 miles. Overall I really like my setup, but a few tweaks will be needed.
You can read more and get the links to all my gear here:
the trek.co/author/chana-putnam/
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In place of the quarter try a washer from the hardware store about the size of a quarter. You can put a cord through it and place around your neck or put in cook kit, etc. You could also pack a spare or two in your repair kit or first aid kit. Much easier to keep up vs quarter.
Nice review. Thanks for sharing.
While on the trail someone else showed me that trick. I'll be doing that next time for sure! Thanks!
Great run through of your gear. I did the JMT NOBO in 21. Since I’ve done the HST and the TRT…. I”m thinking about the Uinta Highline Trail in 2024. Whats you next trail? I’m always looking for new ideas!
I have a lot of non-hiking travel trips planned this next year, so I think the only hike I'll be able to fit in is the section I had to skip on the JMT. After that, I'd like to do the HST or the TRT... or maybe the Grand Canyon rim to rim.
I've been experimenting with those retractable lanyards people use for work-badges and what not for my small Victorinox Classic knife. I have the habit of just putting things down haphazardly, especially when tired. So far the retractable lanyard has worked out well. The one issue I have with it is that is has some edges on the clip which I wouldn't want snagging my hammock, or even pressing on a UL sleeping pad. If you haven't tried the tiny classic knife, it has a flat-head screwdriver bit on the end of the nail file which might work well on the bearikade. Of course, loosing it is 80 times more expensive than loosing a quarter, but it's super handy for a lot of stuff on the trail like cutting KT tape and opening freeze dried meals.
I'll definitely have to try using my Victorinox. I have the nail clip version. I also have a neck knife. Maybe that would work in a pinch. I didn't use it on this first section, but I did for the second section.
Your Nitecore has a low power mode for smaller devices (like your InReach or headlamp) if you double tap the power button. Maybe you accidentally put it in that mode when charging your devices.
Thanks! I actually just watched a video regarding all of he features. They did mention the low power mode. That could have happened for sure! I'm going to test it again because I haven't heard of anyone else having a problem. I'm sure it was user error.
Hi Chana... I watched and enjoyed some of your earlier backpack review videos and saw you had dialed in on the ULA Circuit. Then in this video I was surprised to see you were using the Durston Kakwa. I need a pack and I'm struggling to choose between the Circuit and Kakwa and thought maybe you provide some feedback. In the past I have had some struggles with getting the weight to sit on my hips when packs do not have a torso adjustment, which if I'm not mistaken the Circuit has and the Kakwa does not. Also, some reviews I've read have made it sound like the padding on Kakwa straps and hipbelt is rather thin/light. Do you agree/disagree? Outside of these concerns I would go w/the Kakwa 55 due to the Ultra fabric material and many other included features that are expensive upgrades on the Circuit (plus Kakwa is lighter!). Any other thoughts on the two packs? By the way, my torso has been measured at 17.5". Thanks in advance for any feedback you're able to provide!
My torso size is the same! To be honest, I love them both. The Kakwa wins on being lighter and waterproof. The Circuit wins on interior space available in all pockets. Both are VERY comfortable though. I wouldn't say one is more comfortable than the other. I do like that the Kakwa has a tiny zip pocket for smaller items... but It's not a super big deal. I'm going to finish out the JMT with the Kakwa, but I'm sure I'll test out the Circuit again just to refresh myself. I also bought a Mariposa. LOL! Yes, I have a problem.
Thanks! I turned 60 this year and am hitting the JMT NOBO (only way to get a permit) this August. I feel I have pretty much everything dialed in and am TRYING to not buy new gear. I have the ULA Circuit and have had it for awhile now so am just going to use what I have, know and like. Still working on some clothing pieces and rain gear. Would LOVE to have the EE jacket and pants. 😊 Not in the budget for now.