Great Divide Trail 9lb / 4kg Ultralight Gear List

[@JupiterHikes]

I forgot to mention in the video, but we both will have bear spray (which is included in the base weight talked about) this is grizzly country after all 🙂

[@sinfonianbarelytone9191]

You also forgot to mention your tent. Found out through a link to purchase one from your site. Thanks I'm a hammock camper, but I'd definitely have a Duplex if I was a ground dweller.

[@Casual_BackPacking]

​@sinfonianbarelytone9191 how do you set up your hammock above tree line ?

[@sinfonianbarelytone9191]

@MYB3ST1 I never camp above tree line. I day hike above tree line and head back down to camp. If that means I can't do a few trails then sobeit. There are literally a million other trails I can backpack. It has never caused me pause before.

[@CompactFlesh]

oh, I thought the small swiss army knife does the job.

[@jeffrey9135]

I was just about to comment: “no bear spray?!” Have fun.

[@JustinOutdoors]

Can't wait to follow along and re-live the trail!

[@WyGuyyy]

Loved your mega video of the thru hike 👍🏻

[@frogturtle]

Loved your vid man!

[@Teatime95]

Maybe he finds your old sunglasses XD

[@tommyslavic898]

@@Teatime95 Just needs to be on a look out for a bear wearing shades 😂

[@garretchristensen]

I think it's likely that "packing your fears" will be more like "preparing adequately for a ton of mosquitoes and cold rain" by the end. I started the GDT without rain pants because I never felt the need on the triple crown, but I bought a pair before I finished. On a more upbeat note, I recommend taking as many of the high route alternates as you can; they're typically amazing. Happy trails!

[@tracykooken2606]

true😊

[@wishdarkstalkaz4050]

You have literally transformed the way I hike & the gear I use. Thank you for not only the “enlightenment” but the experiences I collect.

[@steflake8627]

I'm pleased you are back with Sprocket. Maybe I'm projecting but you seemed so blue on the GET and now you're back to your usual enthusiastic self. Really looking forward to following you both on this trip.

[@AdmitthatijustdiditX]

The insects buzzing the camera made me really feel like I was there with you! Beautiful place for a video, and thanks for sharing your gear! Good luck on the trail and I look forward to some form of trip report!

[@JonW.11]

我來自香港,喜歡你的分享,輕裝用品,旅遊心理。香港雖然細小,但也有不同長度的山徑。香港的山徑,沒有灰熊,沒有狼,但有野豬,老鼠,它們大部份都以嗅覺來覓食,我也用食物盒來載食物,但在食物盒外加一種,可拒絕它們的東西(臭丸/樟腦丸)。也會用一個約10L的壓縮袋85g,把所有布料物品(營帳,衣物,睡袋)放入

[@vickirogerson179]

I think the GDT bugs are very excited to meet you two!

[@phillipp1399]

While bears don’t often compromise ursacks (example photos online) they will, with some frequency, paw, chew, and maul them until their contents are inedible for humans. Just something to consider when considering contingencies.

[@PaulSchortemeyer]

Well said. After much consideration I have decided they are a flawed tool - though a marketing success. I took a bear can on the GDT and was happy with the higher level of food safety.

[@phillipp1399]

@@PaulSchortemeyer I splurged for a bearikade and haven’t looked back. Dead simple, peace of mind, works in all environments. Plus I look like a tech bro.

[@anythingbutmyrealnamegoogl9615]

So jealous of the thru hiker lifestyle. Not sure I’ll ever get the time. Still been my UL inspiration to get under 7lbs. Finally done it. Thanks Jupiter. Be safe and enjoy yourself.

[@Simon..Chapman]

Super impressed you are tackling the GDT and will ne following with interest

[@MarkusSenior]

Good luck on this new adventure with Sprocket. Looking forward to your videos. Cheers from LA.

[@andrewlaeuger8634]

It was great to meet you both in Glacier! The gear list looks sweet - best of luck out there!

[@vannemocilac274]

I’m so excited to watch you two on this trail! As I age it gets more and more difficult to backpack. Even with light gear. Sending you hope and peace and only bear sightings!

[@bill8384]

So Mr. TARP, what tent is Sprocket hauling? Sounds like a great trip!

[@JupiterHikes]

The zpacks duplex!

[@bill8384]

👍

[@henner645]

I love that you are giving the measurements in metric. Thank you!

[@lyddieelaine]

I’m relieved you took a good rain jacket. I hope you had some warm sleep clothes too. The last section was really wet. I wore rain pants almost every day and was so happy to have them. I hope you guys had a wonderful hike. I really look forward to hearing about your journey :)

[@kerrir1955]

P.S , I’m very interested in Sprocket’s backpack. I’m currently in the process of making my own as well.

[@JupiterHikes]

This is her second iteration. It's a lot of looking at what she liked about other packs, thinking about what she wants that others don't have, and researching on Reddit fabrics and such. Came out great! And can't wait to see future iterations

[@kerrir1955]

@@JupiterHikes the one I’m working on is going to be hopefully a combination of kinda a palante pack because I like the. Shoulder pockets and bottom pocket but a little larger and I want to angle my side pockets more so I can reach my water bottles like with the rei 55. I got so frustrated trying to find the one pack to rule them all so I decided to make my own!

[@treytamari]

Takes a lot of courage to disclose a 3L rain jacket, but it'll be worth it. I've settled on the Zpacks DCF rain kilt for rainy hikes. Keeps my shorts dry, doesn't compromise breathability, is great when thrashing through wet willows on cold mornings, and is much lighter than rain pants.

[@JupiterHikes]

I hope the jacket will be worth it! I've heard rain horror stories from friends who did the GDT in 2019 so I felt it was important

[@rodoutdoors]

Very nice. Love my OR sun hoodies and Patagonia Torrentshell 3L. The rain jacket's pit zips have been essential for drying out the sun hoodie when it gets cold.

[@Riseupforhumanity1]

Jupiter! I can’t wait to watch this unfold!!! 😍🫣

[@tehorakwanekengoodleaf8626]

ill be in Grand Cache Ab doing an ultra on the 5th! hope you enjoy the rockies !!

[@jayrad99]

Can’t wait for the videos!! I did the Brazeau loop last year which shares a small section of the GDT and it was amazing! When you get to Jonas Shoulder, take it all in! If you can capture some footage from there I’d love to relive it! The view of the whole Rockies is just astounding!

[@cotties2675]

Really excited to follow along, your videos helped me with lots of my gear choices for the GDT so cool now to see your take on it! Happy trails!

[@ryanvellinga704]

how'd you get the running straps on the palante? That's like my dream pack right there!

[@JupiterHikes]

Hopefully coming soon! I am the test dummy

[@tegelstein]

I guess you are aware of Justin Outdoors and his GDT, it’s well documented on KZbin 😊

[@jennylievois]

Have fun out there Jupiter!

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

Have a good hike both of you! It would be nice to once in a while also hear Sprocket's perspective.

[@JupiterHikes]

That's up to her! If she doesn't want to be a big part of the videos I'm not forcing anything

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

@@JupiterHikes That speaks for itself. Enjoy the trail, looking forward to the vids to come. Careful with those bears!

[@tylergunther8219]

Jupiter and sprocket reunited! Enjoy the hike yall!

[@brianwaltman]

Been following a long time and just realized I had to subscribe again, not sure if you notice loosing yt followers but might want to mention it in a video to have people check. Love your stoke on the trail!

[@minimalisa]

Thank you for sharing your packing list. Have a lovely hike!

[@tracygenereux959]

I think your gear list will be just perfect for the GDT 😊 enjoy the adventure!

[@JupiterHikes]

Thank you mango!! Hoping you are enjoying the pct!

[@jonathandanon9999]

in every gear list you have made that i wached you were carring a swiss army knife and a pair of single use tooth pick but the swiss army knife you carry has a tooth pick so i dont think the ones that you showed at 3:00 are needed, and if you are carring them for the string bit at the top- i think dental floss is a better option because its also graet as just regular string too for like gear repair and things, not judging just saying

[@BackpackingWithBrad]

That’s so awesome! I’m also thru hiking the GDT this year. I’m in between section A and B right now. When do you start section A?

[@MOGOfficial85]

Love your videos and have for quite some time.... There's a chance I overlooked, but did you bring a water filter?

[@tiger2too18]

Enjoy the hike and the company.

[@_crane_7475]

Great loadout! Can't wait to see the video when you two return! Love the videos man, keep up the great work!

[@frogturtle]

I was like “where is your bear spray!?!?” But I see your comment now. Safe travels to both of you man! Thanks for sharing your setup

[@JupiterHikes]

Yea, just can't cross the us/can border with it so figured I'd buy it after arriving in Canada, which was shortly after this video was filmed

[@frogturtle]

@@JupiterHikes ah yeah, makes sense

[@hoser7706]

Love it! Cannot wait for the reports

[@CHIMBOPDOTCOM]

Do you have the Joey running vest style shoulder straps on your Desert Pack, how did you swing that one?

[@MojaveZach]

Have a great hike! Sounds awesome!

[@pavelrei]

A week ago I watched you PCT journey (it's my greatest dream to thru-hike it) and remember you met Rocket at the last week. And now you're a couple. It's so sweet :) Hope you're still together!

[@SasSaga]

Your “Girlfriend “ Sproket!! Wow!! Congratulations!!! Can’t wait to see this trail!

[@t10mcg]

You’re so cute. Such a nice personality. I hope your mom is proud of you (coming from another mom).

[@sheilaoregan8746]

I wouldn’t say you’re packing your fears… sounds like you’re being smart about what you’re taking. The Rocky Mountains can be cold - especially when it’s windy and definitely at night - and don’t be surprised if you see snow - it can happen year round in Alberta/BC. Anyway, better to be prepared for anything and not use it then to leave it behind and need it. Enjoy your hike! Looking forward to watching your videos when you’re finished!

[@auswalker7865]

Best wishes to both of you for a great hike.

[@Desertkns60]

Excited for you both, have a great and very safe trip!

[@Reskamo314]

Love the shared quilt. Me and my girlfriend can zip our sleeping bags (fight me) together and it adds so much warmth (aaand it's also nice to cuddle). Have fun you two. I'm shure you will.

[@RAINSMAN79]

That head net is an item I always bring. If you need a head net there isn’t really anything that can replace one and not having one can be miserable.

[@memathews]

Truth! My headnet goes in the pack in May and comes out in mid-September.

[@americafirst5453]

Awesome man I'm glad to see you go more comfortable

[@affalaffaa]

Looking forward to the new vids. Also tempted with that rain jacket with the price of one of them.

[@HM-gk3rq]

Looking forward to your trip videos!!

[@kylerusso]

awesome video! how’d you get those vest straps on the desert pack? was that a pa’lante custom/one-off?

[@robgrey6183]

Good to see somebody calling out the "hang your food" thing. Multiple trips in Canada/US bear country convinced me that it is almost impossible to do this adequately, except at low elevation outfitter camps.

[@KB-re4ku]

Digging up here can be very difficult for cat-holes. Enjoy the journey! Sections C and E I’ve been on. Welcome to Canada!

[@PaulSchortemeyer]

Great load-out Jupiter. Could I just ask how you purify your water?

[@noriginal92]

I love your calmness man, sometimes i only watch your videos to come down😄👌🏽 and i love minimalism! But i have a question: do you have a ultralight winter gearlist for a long distance trip? If not, how would it look like? Would be very interesting! Thx a lot for your great videos and keep being such a cool guy🙏🏽👌🏽 best regards!

[@zzlee14]

My uncle lives in Calgary and he says " It can snow any of 365 days of the year " . You may want to add enough gear to be able to handle adverse weather. I have not seen a video on this trail before so I will like to see yours. :)

[@architennis]

@justinoutdoors did a great series of videos of his solo hike on this trail.

[@TheAggressiveHippie]

Hey Jupiter, Any pro tips for keeping your cold soak jar clean on multiple days on the trail?

[@vannemocilac274]

I’m curious too!

[@JupiterHikes]

Wash it in a river, or don't, I know a hiker by the name of 'dirty bowl'

[@philais]

Good Hiking Jupiter we look forward to the updates and progress.

[@craiggulley]

Even with your personal relationship, I didn't think you could get Palante to do anything custom anymore, like put the Joey harness on a Desert pack! good job😉

[@JupiterHikes]

I wouldnt say it's custom and more something that is being worked on which I am testing

[@craiggulley]

@@JupiterHikes When you are done with the GDT and if it is a 19", let me know ! 😉

[@tonyronco4040]

I was curious about that setup too. Thanks for the additional info

[@SupermanJimbo]

Have a fantastic journey! Are the straps on your pack a personal custom job or ‘factory’?

[@jhonyermo]

I think a 'factory' job. From PaLante: "designated stake pocket, and stretchy bottom and shoulder strap pockets.“

[@SupermanJimbo]

@@jhonyermo thanks, but it’s the running vest style chest straps I was referring to. Cheers

[@Morphytravels]

hope you have a good trip looking forward to the videos and thanks for the conversion to metric!

[@melindaholme5414]

Fantastic!

[@mercylessplayer]

This the first time you mentioned that you and sprocket got together? I'm very happy for you both, you always talked very fondly of her :)

[@Trevor.Morrice]

forgot to mention snow in august :) going be in your bag by about 7pm everynight? so damn cold up here lol

[@jeffrey9135]

I’d love to hear your thoughts on how that running vest harness carries the weight. Does it feel more centered than on the other Pa’lante packs and keep from tilting back as much?

[@JupiterHikes]

It feels very nice! I like the extra pockets and volume, I like how the straps feel, and I like that I can really clip in tight when need be

[@CanadianSkylights]

I also am packing my fears on the trail. 12 pound gear list on my channel for the 2023 GDT. A few days behind Jupiter

[@JupiterHikes]

Goodluck! Hope to see you out here somewhere

[@RabidLemurs]

And here i will sit, attention undivided. And learn. Thank you.

[@DebCampos]

That background is beautiful!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@paisleyfamily5972]

I’ll be interested in how the Altras last. I quit them because of durability issues.

[@architennis]

What did you get instead? I love wide toe boxes. Did you get Topo?

[@paisleyfamily5972]

@@architennis Topo Athletic Terraventure 3

[@MylesAway3]

I always enjoy watching your videos. You always do such a great job! Enjoy your trip.

[@MeOutside]

What kind of tent are you guys using? Also are you using a wide or standard width sleeping pad? I I’m a gear nerd so I’m always curious. Gave you a sub too! Going to check out your older stuff and look forward to new.

[@JupiterHikes]

Zpacks duplex and just the regular pad width!

[@Greghikes1]

Super jealous! I wanted to do the GDT this year but it didn't work out but hope to in 2024, so I am excited to follow along with your trip! I briefly met sprocket on the PCT last year, please say hi for me! Greg 🇦🇺 aka 'sausage' 🙂 Best of luck!!

[@WyGuyyy]

I was recently in Glacier near the start of the GDT, would have been so epic to run into you up there

[@VikingOnTrail]

How do you keep the phone, the watch, lights, and the camera charged on trail? The watch only lasts about 38 hours while using GPS, which is required to obtain the data for the info you mentioned… Does that 20K brick last more than a few charges of all those electronics? I’m about to do a thru of the MST next week. Should be about a two-month saunter. It appears that 6 days will be the most without access to juice. Doesn’t the charging process distract from the hike?

[@peterjohnson6273]

Mosquitoes! LOL!! I was wondering what the odd background noise was, then I saw the 'mosquito hawk' flying past the lens.

[@JupiterHikes]

Rough filming spot but I figured better to film it than to not at all 🤷 though I'll be happy that I don't often have to deal with bugs like that while recording something

[@DugginnHikes]

Such a gram gremlin. Congrats on upgrading from practically using the ground as a sleeping pad, lol. Love your channel.

[@woodchip2782]

Oh! That hike is going to be a real goodie!😊

[@stuartb9194]

Looks like a lot of fun, cant wait to follow on the Tube

[@paddle_hike]

Great gear loadout! Have fun on the GDT

[@AllmightUL]

Do you have a little tripod on the trail? (Support from Hong Kong!❤)

[@JupiterHikes]

Sometimes I carry one, the pedco ultrapod. This hike I've left it behind. It is nice, just changing it up

[@spartanjack175]

Jupiter's using an inflatable pad. Something's seriously wrong. Also what shelter will you be using?

[@JupiterHikes]

Zpacks duplex

[@carrdoug99]

Honest question. How much lighter are your wind pants than the lightest yet durable enough rain pants you could have purchased?

[@celiareed1402]

If I was a bear, I’d be terrified of that Swiss Army knife!! Have a great trip!

[@ScottWilliams323]

Good luck and Godspeed!

[@adventuresofpineappleshort4600]

Talk to me about the turkey basting bag in your list. You feel comfortable with that for odor proofness than an opsak in the ursak?

[@JupiterHikes]

Yea I think it's pretty good! Mostly I am confident in an ursack, rather than thinking any odorproof bag is foolproof

[@adventuresofpineappleshort4600]

@@JupiterHikes thanks! That is very true. I've had 2 opsaks rip on me at the seams. Might give this option a try!

[@MrFilla92]

Good luck mate

[@richthesailingguy3239]

Great video. I'm just curious to know why you are using a tent instead of a tarp? You came to my attention in the past because you were such a proponent of using a tarp and going as light as possible.

[@JupiterHikes]

This trail could have endless mosquito is why! As is evident in the video

[@lecoqlico]

this will be great to watch ! it's also realy great to see duo hiking and what changes that brings compared with solo, I know it's not the first time you guys are doing that but it still looks brave to me ! this cap brand seems interesting, I'll definietly check this out. Would you say that this is the kind of gear list you would take for a trip in european alps ? I think it's tipically colder and more rainy than PCT or stuff like that but I may be wrong and it would be nice for me to compare ! have fun on that trail and thanks for the video

[@theswimmingkiwi3566]

no warm meals for 700 miles? (except in town) especially if its rainy and cold i think thats pretty hardcore! go jupiter

[@JupiterHikes]

We tried cooking on a couple shakedown hikes and just didn't care for it. Also cold soaking is much better for grizzly considerations as it's so much simpler

[@theswimmingkiwi3566]

@@JupiterHikes yeah I reckon that cold soaking is much less smelly. wish you a wonderful adventure

[@tylernblaney]

Great load out Jupiter! Enjoy the GDT. :)

[@KimberlyGreen]

Speaking of fears ... I didn't see it mentioned. Are you carrying a SAR locator device? I love seeing your adventures, and want you to be safe I can see you continue for many years.

[@JupiterHikes]

Sprocket is carrying a beacon!

[@micheleaday3902]

ON THE TRAILS DIDYOU EVER ENCOUNTER STRANGE UNEXPLAINED THINGS?

[@1717jbs]

Looking forward to this!

[@Nofixedabode859]

Explained in last video👍

[@sbura_]

how do you get the time and money to do this without having to work?

[@tommollison]

4:16 Carrying out your urine…That’s next level LNT

[@icestorm9491]

😂 that's electrolytes

[@bredlify3079]

Wouldn't your dance pants also protect you from wind? :)

[@squashroll]

Water treatment method?

[@ambulowan]

What kind of tent did you use?