In this episode, Eric starts to unpack things...Ha! Get it? Cuz it's a backpacking trip and...ah heck nevermind.

We discuss some gear basics in the first of two parts, going over some criteria for selecting your big four (pack, shelter, sleep setup, hydration) and Eric talks about the stuff he is using for this trek.

LInks:

Atom packs

Durston xmid pro2 shelter

https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-pro-2-tent-ultralight-thruhiking?srsltid=AfmBOooyfcbzghgzTbMsqWJ6nCsoEZHhCPMjnKrFLK1qSEoa7dCQaYum

Nemo sleeping pads

https://www.nemoequipment.com/collections/sleeping-pads

UGQ bandit quilts

https://ugqoutdoor.com/product/bandit-top-quilt/

Sawyer filters

http://sawyer.com/category/water-filtration