2024 PCT Post-Thru Hike Gear

Full rundown of my gear and my thoughts on each item.
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[@Adventures_of_Watergirl]

This is the most thorough video. Thank you so much. These details, from the angle of the shoe to the intel about socks, is super useful.

[@lilchaphikes]

Thanks for your amazing feedback!

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Really appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on your PCT Thru-Hike Gear. Also really enjoyed your content throughout your journey congratulations on your success 🤙🏽

[@sharrison3974]

Thanks for taking the time to make such a thorough video. I'm a day hiker and it's always really interesting to see the gear that through hikers use. With the Garmin make sure you have insurance that covers the cost of rescue as I believe that can cost 50 or 60,000 dollars in some cases.

[@lilchaphikes]

I have insurance, but SAR is free in some states including all that the PCT passes thru.

[@kristymoore7052]

Super helpful and thanks for sharing. I followed you all the way except for when I was on my own little thru hike on the JMT so I’ll watch the rest. I compared my gear to yours and it is somewhat similar which makes me feel good compared to what you have done. I realized later I had too many little pack towel, buff and bandanas. Redundant. I carried EE booties, loved them, frog toggs UL rain because I could not decide or felt ok with an expensive purchase, so luckily never needed to put them to a real test, and ample, which I needed, Imodium because I am not so good with processed food. I did purchase and used a carbon fiber bear canister because after a shake down trip and Im sixty, realized that was prob needed to be successful. Really enjoyed watching your journey and look forward to whatever you do next.

[@JeffBelisle-rw3et]

Great video. Very informative chap. I was wondering if the flex tail would last the entire hike. Can’t wait for your next adventure. Rest a little while you deserve it!

[@DJMoore-001]

Nice, It is interesting to see how much crosses over for hiking and hunting. Good Job Chap.

[@GlenSteliga]

Loved your commentary throughout the hike. Watched em all. Liked the FCC industry language format….no swearing. Classes up the show. One question, how did you safely refill fuel canisters without a scale? What is your secret?

[@lilchaphikes]

Thanks for joining in my journey! Hmm, I’m not sure how “safe” my refills were. Perhaps it was luck. I just did it by feel, someone else refilled several of our canisters one time and I thought it felt heavy when he handed it back to me. The first time I lit my stove the flame was LARGE for the first few seconds and then it was fine.

[@dougmiller4567]

Great overview.. I love that you hike your own hike with your own gear. As a self proclaimed "gram weenie" I wouldn't make the same choices, but I stoked you've found what works for you. Is the CDT coming up for you in 2025?

[@lilchaphikes]

Probably further in the future.

[@TopazFarmerTravels]

Thanks

[@CindyTaylor-mr4wf]

Thanks! Very interesting and informative!

[@christianbehrens7449]

Great Video!

[@WildCloudberry]

This a fantastic gear video!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to make it. I have a question: Did you replace the compactor bag at times? And what brand did you use?

[@lilchaphikes]

I don’t think I replaced it. I’m not sure the brand.

[@WildCloudberry]

@lilchaphikes thanks, I am just wondering how long they last. I've only done short backpacking trips. Good to know they hold up :)

[@pmm1044]

Great…thanks! I was wondering about your gear

[@pmm1044]

Of note: i viewed your vids to see what my NOBO daughter would see on her journey 😊

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Great review.

[@daverehkop7168]

Now we are ready to tackle Persimmon Knob! 👍

[@pmm1044]

Maybe a vid about the pct in regards to observations, part you liked and disliked, funny events, tips/teicks? Etc Thanks

[@pamelalynn3767]

Nice video.

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

I may have missed it, did you carry the Patagonia Jogger Pants the entire time? And looking back would you change your pants on the PCT, or just go shorts and rain pants…thanks in advance.

[@fitcwebb]

$1500 for shoes. Damn, that's an eye opener

[@paulsanders1]

Thanks Steven, appreciate ALL of your videos. What app do u use to edit your videos? Paul

[@lilchaphikes]

iMovie

[@newsbystringer]

Chapo said 😊

[@lilchaphikes]

Steaks!

[@vshybeej8756]

Awesome video Lil'Chap! Thanks. I really appreciate it. You're really awesome you know that???? One question, the cinchy hoody, what brand is that, or is cinchy the brand? Congrats again on the successful completion of your PCT hike. You're a great guy! A wonderful example as well. I'm a massive dog lover myself. I was a dog mom to my son (dog) for 10 years before I had to put him down. Now I where a necklace with a picture of him on it and some of his ashes in it. I hope you're back home enjoying your dog again. - Shybee from Utah

[@lilchaphikes]

The brand is Senchi.

[@donbarnett4201]

Thanks Chap! Did I miss it? What about your camera/phone? It was right in front of you. Your videos were great! Just a camera phone? Any special handle/holder? Safe trip home for you.

[@lilchaphikes]

@@donbarnett4201iPhone 14 Pro, I don’t carry a tripod or any accessories.

[@black_dog_barks]

Where did your beer belly go... looks like you lost it ? 🤣

[@davidcarbiener6567]

How did you heat and chill fuel canisters for the flip? Did that system work well and how did you know how full the canister got?

[@lilchaphikes]

Refrigerator and hot water when possible. Otherwise, cold water and the sun. Just filled by feel. Never had an issue.

[@pamupton6020]

What rain jacket did you use and did it keep you dry?

[@pamupton6020]

Oops. Just heard what you used. I asked too early. Thanks.

[@robertligas250]

Thanks. No one shows how big the garbage bag get ? Did you put in or out of pack

[@lilchaphikes]

It is a compactor (not contractor) bag on the inside of the pack.

[@robertligas250]

Talking about trash from food etc.

[@robertligas250]

I use compactor also

[@lilchaphikes]

Oh, just a gallon zip lock. Sometimes a quart size. Just whatever you can get the easiest in town. I keep it in my food bag.

[@robertligas250]

@@lilchaphikes thanks

[@tomdies7451]

Hey, Chap! How much weight did you shed on this trip? I noticed when you started that you were a bit chunky. You're buff now?

[@lilchaphikes]

About 25 lbs

[@tomdies7451]

@@lilchaphikes I was actually worried about you at the onset with the heat and desert climate. You did great though.

[@DullesDominic]

2781 Arely Well

[@Pedro-and-Kail]

My dog is more important than any of my gear.