Synthetic wool. I can wear it for days with little to no odor. I put on synthetic layers and I smell like a hog pen in 12 hours.

I tried a quilt. I went back to my 20 degree bag. I can put on base layers if it's colder.

Don't go cheap on your footwear. I used to run up 14K mountains in running shoes, now I would never dream of that. Get some good stiff mountain boots. Cry once.

Tents, everyone has their preference. I ran a tarp with paracord. Worked well.

I never take enough food. But there's something raw about being hungry. Makes the trip that much more invigorating. Pig out when you get back.


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