Below is a rough idea of what we started the PCT with (minus food and water). As it was our first thru-hike, we had a lot to learn. Check out our updated gear list here.
Beth's PCT Gear:
Sleep system: hat, gloves, comfy socks, shirt, pants, sleeping mat, sleeping bag
Post hike update: kept it all throughout the PCT
Misc #1: bandannas (various uses), buff, hat (sun protection), sunglasses, compression calf sleeves (recovery?), arm sleeves (warmth) (not pictured: sunscreen, hand sanitizer)
Post hike update: Only kept the PCT bandana, the sunglasses, and the buff.
Misc #2: sitting pad, towel, headlamp, titanium spoon, compass, whistle (for emergencies)
Post hike update: Kept it all. Loved the long handled titanium spoon, probably my favorite thing
Osprey Ariel backpack, hiking poles, umbrella (for sun and rain protection)
Post hike update: Kept it all. LOVED the Ariel and used the umbrella a LOT in the desert and the rainy parts of Washington.
Hiking clothes: long sleeved shirt, short sleeved shirt, long pants, shorts, bra, underwear, gaiters, shoes, socks
Post hike update: Got rid of the pants, extra bra, and underwear. (Discovered hiking in the shorts with a liner was perfect and all I needed.)
Personal Care: tooth care (not bringing the entire bag of floss sticks), wipes (various uses, mainly to clean up with), mini first aid kit, lip balm, body glide (minimize chafing), trowel (dig holes for #2), toilet paper
Post hike update: sent back the body glide (didn’t need), put the first aid kit in a lighter container
ID/Electronics: permit, ID, credit card, backup battery, charging cables to various items, extra batteries (not pictured: cell phone)
Post hike update: Kept it all, although there are much lighter charging blocks now.
Coats: Warm puffy jacket, rain jacket
Post hike update: Used both frequently, although I’m investing in lighter options.
Nick's PCT Gear:
Everything in NIck's pack minus the water.