APPALACHIAN TRAIL GEAR LIST || Post-Trail Series

I’m super excited to share with you my final gear list after finishing the Appalachian Trail! Here’s what worked and didn’t work on my hike. Stay tuned for more!
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[@AllenSchubert]

I really enjoyed this video! I liked you put some of the facts about gear on the screen (important details, yes, but I'm glad you emphasized what was important that made you use it!). I'd say that this was my top three favorite post-hike gear videos I've seen!

[@scottsmith2201]

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[@volvoguyV70R]

Awesome review. I REALLY enjoyed following your trek. Hope I can do it someday. My favorite Liz line on the AT, "I'm having chocolate for dinner because I'm a F'ing adult, and I can".

[@LizKidder]

Hahahahaha I’ve said that a few times in my life😇

[@dirtytimmy]

Thanks for this gear vid. You are very articulate, well spoken, thoughtful, and real. Can't wait to see where your channel goes from here!

[@LizKidder]

Thank you!

[@charlesbyrd1957]

Liz I love your videos. I was a hiker and climber in the 70s mostly out west and the Andes and my wife has been an almost daily yoga practitioner for 25 years. Your personality is so endearing and of course you’re very lovely. My wife immediately said “wow those are great handstands she’s doing”...she was impressed.....she is very fit like you but handstands have always been a challenge for her. Congratulations to you and Luke. God bless you both Man gear has improved since my day. Charlie and Annette Franklin TN

[@johnbruni3049]

Hey handstand Great equip update! I did the trail way back in 73. Cotton shirts, cutoffs, 50 lb pack (resupply at PO"'s) leather boots , slept in shelters.. only 50 of us that year! Great finish! Congrats to you and luke! Ps. You guys should paddle the allagash river in fall about 7 days and really peaceful Good luck Johnny walker

[@LizKidder]

Props to you!!!! So much easier these days!!

[@johnbruni3049]

@@LizKidder good idea for comparison video

[@ihikefar]

Thanks from all the gear heads. Great summary. Please keep this channel alive! You’re a natural.

[@LizKidder]

Thank you!

[@Slaytanik.]

Darn tough socks are legit! Their lifetime warranty rocks!

[@LizKidder]

Yes I should’ve mentioned that!

[@janefm9220]

Thank you, Liz. Love how organized you are!

[@rumblechick73]

Great job with this, sometimes gear reviews can be boring, but you made this move right along with good info and reasoning. Really looking forward to the new tent release, so I'll be staying tuned. Give Luke big hugs from this old lady fan, he really impressed me with the support he gave you thruout the hike.

[@aimeeg11]

I bought the Hyperlite pod at Trail Days and it ended up being my favorite purchase ever! Prior to that I was using assorted stuff sacks for my clothes and I could never pack my pack the same way bc I wore different layers at different times on the trail. But with the Pod, no matter how full or empty it is, it always fit down in my pack the same and I just put stuff on top of it. That thing is amazing!

[@stephenackermann329]

Congratulations to you both !!!

[@dianaa8125]

Phenomenal! such a great video for a beginner like me. Thank you for taking the time!

[@hawkman302]

For a bear bag line throwing device, get a steel ball bearing and wrap rope around it making a monkey fist. Works very well and you can control what weight you want by choosing what ball bearing size you want to use.

[@oldunion]

even as a dude, I lOVE tall socks. my fav part of my outdoor uniform is my tall socks.

[@kevinmulloy693]

Journeymen's work - very nice video. Notice how as she's explaining the gear, she holds it up and names it (make, manufacturer, etc.) and she gets the details correct every time? *She lists it on the screen for us, but while she's filming she's not reading it, it's all in her head(!) An accurate and organized mind. Her equipment always went back into her pack the same way every time. Suggest 2 possible "adjustments;" carry bear spray and NO handstand on McAfee Knob!! Thank you for the work.

[@LizKidder]

I love this comment😂 I’m extremely type A, and not too many people notice/appreciate that, so thanks!☺️ I used to carry bear spray, but thruhikers typically don’t because of the weight to extremely-unlikely-to-need-it ratio. I would consider it depending on the hike/location. I know my handstand on McAfee Knob may be controversial, but I promise you that I was extremelyyyy experienced and safe about it. I used to joke that I had better balance on my hands than feet (I trip a lot). But on the other hand, I’m sure there are people out there dumb enough to see my picture and want to try it themselves… so I get it.

[@kevinmulloy693]

@@LizKidder It takes an athlete to pull off a handstand AND walk on their hands - I'm actually amazed that people jump out of perfectly good airplanes and climb mountains, shoot class 5 rapids, etc. I'm just not that brave! I always recommend bear spray because if you have it, you don't worry about the "noise outside your tent" at night and if you spray something (or someone) the results are temporary.

[@driftlessjoinery5059]

Transitioning from long distance cycling to section hiking the AT starting either this June or next. Great gear run down. So many similarities that I think I'm pretty good gear wise already after watching this and a few others. Thanks for the effort!

[@TheNoonie50]

Love the gear review. I only watch ones that are done after the hike. I'll go completely nerd here, but if you haven't thrown out your leggings, if you iron them through a paper bag over the wax, all the wax will go into the paper bag. I know....pitiful...:)

[@LizKidder]

I’ll give it a shot, thanks!!!🤣

[@sharonreynolds7783]

This is totally true - I was going to suggest this as well but read the comments first.

[@TeamEvansHealth]

Alcohol- like rubbing alcohol will dissolve wax.

[@michaeldonathan2444]

I liked your video on the Hyperlite products...and your thru hike video !!

[@michaeldehart648]

Appreciate your point of view on gear. Good to hear from someone that has "been there, done that"...thanks!!

[@LizKidder]

Anytime!

[@shanafromdarby6217]

I swear you could do a video on watching paint dry and it would be enjoyable! You answered so many questions just by doing this video, I have nothing to ask now. Well done!

[@LizKidder]

Aw thank you!

[@judywheeler2328]

Awesome video ❤️ you really explain to where a newbie like me can get hooked even more 😁

[@jackpumkinhead9583]

You scaled it down nicely

[@krisc9000]

Great video!! Im so glad to know that ppl wont judge me on the trail cause of all my tats. Lol. We are headed for the AT in march 21. Gonna do the whole thing, cant wait!! Btw u are unbelievably beautiful too. He is a lucky man lol.

[@EddieErion929]

I use a big light weight garbage bag to fill sleep pad up- fast and easy

[@mikes4352]

Great honest reviews. So organized. Love it, I too am a big fan of multiple dry bags (worth the extra ounces in my opinion, but I'm not an ultra lite guy either) I try tell kids to pack the same way every time so to locate items easily. But there're kids soooo, it doesn't happen. Lol One day they'll learn. Crocs are ugly as shit but so practical on a hike. Really enjoy all your vids Thanks for sharing

[@LizKidder]

Damn kids 🤣

[@jmpriester]

Awesome video. Planning a section hike. I just noticed that I saw you on Evan's Backpacking Videos AT #18 Shenandoah at 9:20.

[@LizKidder]

Yes! We hiked most of the trail together!

[@sfchaney]

Love your video and comments. Concerning bears did you ever see anyone carrying a small boat kind of fog horn?

[@davidvansickle563]

This was a cool video to watch, thanks 👍👍

[@ianmickelwright4136]

This was a great video. I'm sure it will be really informative for anyone about to backpack. Was interesting to look at your gear choices. Hope that you will continue to post videos. 🤘🤸‍♀️🕶

[@meltdownman1]

Liz you mentioned you got Lyme disease. What were the symptoms and what was the cure? Some people have long issues with Lyme disease to the point it is debilitating for the rest of their lives. Tics are probably one of the most things I am paranoid about while backpacking. Love your vid and thanks for the review. The Meltdownman

[@surfandstreamfisher5749]

Gotta love Liz!!!! She is one gritty chick!!!! Thank -you Liz for the journey and this very informative video.... One day at a time Liz.

[@LizKidder]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@janetstarr9554]

Loved your gear vid! Thanks for sharing! Yay! Much love!!!

[@Mtnsunshine]

Great review. You are so creative with your video work. Love it!

[@Someoneelse1994]

Are you able to talk about your new tent yet? I’m curious as Iv been looking at hyperlites tents!

[@splashmt99]

Very thorough and informative.

[@Tipster49]

thanks! great gear video! btw the Solomon shoestrings are made out of kevlar so they won’t break or fray

[@LizKidder]

Thanks for the info!

[@terrypaschal348]

Miss your vloggs, can,t wait for your second hike on the A.T.,Lol. or the PCT thanks

[@keithstewart2639]

Thanks for the gear review been thinking about buying that backpack glad to know you can get all your things in it..I also like the cnoc water bag.. glad you did not need to use your first aid kit much... like the part you said things I did not use

[@Al1en_Boy_The_5th_Kind]

Yeah I was trying to follow you but can I find any were your blogs I was following behind that dude record you got engage 😎

[@bretthikez6567]

The cocoon is the best...great video..someone else had a hyperlite prototype tent also..gear is the best

[@ashleykbarks]

I love how you don't sugar coat much. Your title for packing your shit was literally "how to pack your shit" 😂😂

[@Crazyhealthylife]

Hey Liz random question here, have you ever tried a hydration bladder in this pack, I just tried it and the hose doesn’t contour properly around my shoulder strap after it comes out of the hole of the pack

[@trailheart1863]

Great review, thanks for sharing. , gonna check the web now for that fire starter. 👍

[@1phnompenh]

Love the simplicity of what you brought, how you packed. Thanks for sharing, "no Comments" lol

[@eodnavigator]

Very helpful information - thanks a lot, Liz!

[@oldunion]

fyi, komperdell, 3 year no questions asked warranty. also Essential Oils (EO) brand spray works as hand sanitizer and easy to apply deodorant. Dr Bronners makes it too. Couple pit sprays kills the bacteria.I have used some version of this for almost 20 years.

[@LizKidder]

Good to know!

[@RosieGamgee]

This video was super helpful! I leave for my AT thru-hike in 47 days 😁

[@LizKidder]

Glad it was helpful!! Good luck on your hike!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️❤️

[@jimmy25704]

What tent did you finish with

[@nicucoll]

Gonna miss your trail videos...... would love to see maybe on The Trek website your nightly camp hostel stays . Lol I know it would be a long list 🤷🏻‍♀️ .... 🤔 maybe a what I ate video lol 💕💕💕

[@anthonyrogers8427]

What I’m more curious about is how you took care of your dreads and scalp on the trail? Baking soda/acv rinses periodically or did you bring your own shampoo?

[@LizKidder]

Going to do a video about this topic! Stay tuned!

[@perryrush5378]

Hey, Liz, just curious...did you ever weigh your pack fully loaded to get some approximate of what you might have been carrying??

[@LizKidder]

I weighed it once fully stocked with food/water and it was 29 pounds! I switched a few things out here and there but I’d say that was pretty accurate for the duration of my hike when fully stocked! Less when I was able to do quicker resupplies!

[@518paracord2]

+Liz Kidder where did you get those plastic zip bags?

[@TRG916]

Great video. Thanks for the tips. Got yourself a new subscriber and notification on. And your cute also

[@Jerdobrosky1188]

Great information and vid

[@ozzzyd922]

Much respect

[@katieb2657]

You’re so pretty 🥺

[@junkbox7588]

I’m waiting for the reception party video .... lol

[@LizKidder]

Haha it’s a possibility!

[@shofarox4037]

THANKS LIZ... just forgot to show in which conditions your previous backpack ended up and a public confession about your deep REPENTANCE about not bringing an stove with you, but it´s ok... I can bear it... you can leave it for next video where you will appear with your boyfriend UPS... almost forget... HUSBAND showing his gear and your TOP SECRET new tent... and I am anxious to see it... so long... JAH bless...

[@TinmanHikingShaun]

Water resistant not water proof. Believe or not there is a difference. Lol an Congratulations on finishing your thru hike! Enjoyed every minute. Oh i almost forgot ,Congratulations on the marriage too ! Lol

[@MrJeffers06]

Excellent!

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Great video Thanks

[@hiker2742]

We are using a miniature pack mule this trip to carry our supplies on. Some may frown on this but hey that's their problem. I'm tired of having to "adhere" to the culture on the trail. No one owns it, it belongs to everyone. So this trip, my life partner and i are using a miniature pack mule named Cosmo! Deal with it!

[@LizKidder]

Interesting!!

[@hiker2742]

@@LizKidder Yes it is very interesting. The most interesting is that we started the trail on Thursday. We have met with much hostility towards Cosmo packing most of our equipment. We however will press on!

[@HikingFeral]

I highly doubt you'll finish. And it sounds like you and your "life partner" are the ones with a problem.

[@hiker2742]

@@HikingFeral You shut your demon mouth! We have already completed the hike and Cosmo was a great asset! Deal with it toots!

[@brenzventures]

Well done stylin all the way !! So happy to see you finished and got married congratulations go girl! Im gonna get a clothing pod now... how awesome are they thanks for the tip from Western Australia ✌👣

[@timandrew1091]

I think I hiked next t0 U guys a few times,,,, STRIPS

[@winkhvac62]

Thank you

[@liverpoolhikers]

Hi great video

[@LastresortAbc123]

dmn those first few items were pricy eh

[@cassl5740]

The method to get wax out of carpet may work on your pants :)

[@m1cajah]

Expensive load 😬 Wish I could afford that kit. But let’s be honest, my fat butt ain’t doing more than 10 miles. Like, ever. So my milsurp gear will have to do.

[@sitbone3]

They gave me this, and they gave me this, and I got this, and they gave me this...............ya huh. Sounds like pure hell ink-girl.

[@LizKidder]

💁🏼‍♀️💁🏼‍♀️💁🏼‍♀️

[@sevenzdown]

Not even a pocket knife?

[@LizKidder]

I did actually bring one but I guess I forgot to mention it in the video? Woops!

[@JB5D]

7:40 just wanted to let everybody know that under armour supports and endorses trophy hunting (killing animals for fun / sport) I refuse to support this brand. Vote with your dollar / 9:00 "down" is also really horrible for animals and workers involved (millions of ppl survive just fine using alternatives) "wool, meat, and dairy" Industry are also ecologically destructive, unnecessary, and cruel. We love nature - must respect cowspiracy.com/facts Nothing personal.

[@brad4206]

I love those undies!!!

[@jasonseckt4300]

I was second to like... Kind of weird seeing you with makeup on LOL.

[@LizKidder]

💄💄😇

[@redshot1015]

she id marry her to if i ran into her on trai llol

[@2tall2hike40]

40 minutes...wow..lol

[@LizKidder]

I had a lot to say about this topic... could’ve made it way longer 😇

[@AmyHikes]

I love it. Your gear is different from everyone else and I like the variations. I think I learned a lot. I'm going to watch this a few times.

[@darrenlowry516]

I just found your channel while searching for gear lists for hiking. Thanks a ton for the review of everything. You do a great job explaining your choices. Congrats on finishing your hike.

[@frolege1]

That was a very good gear review simply because of your natural way of communicating. It was honest and so informative. Maybe you could review the people you met during your months of hiking. You don't have to mention names but just give us some insights or funny/sad stories or experiences with the trail community.

[@inarichards7554]

Thanks Liz ! Very helpful!

[@TRG916]

I liked how you put the estimated weight on your pack list. I'm planning my first ever thru hike. Plan on knocking out the full length PCT

[@laurie2508]

Where did you see the estimated weight? I've gone back twice (loved the video) and can't find it. Would help, can you tell me?

[@briannab5296]

@@laurie2508 ... upper right hand corner of the screen as she's talking.

[@ATheme4Me]

I originally thought the wax on your pants was a scene printed on it, of a black silhouette castle, And a white/grey sky background... paradigm shift...

[@LizKidder]

Maybe I should’ve kept them!

[@NoloPrime]

I thought it was a scene as well. Pretty cool!

[@Josephhikes]

That was a very good gear review. Made sense to me . I hope you do get a chance to do a review of the prototype tent as well. Also I really enjoyed your videos . You made a very tough trek of the AT look easy ! Congratulations!

[@LizKidder]

Thank you!

[@sitbone3]

sounds like she didn't pay for shit !

[@ChrisBrown-gw5tg]

Great review handstand!. I thought it was funny how while you were talking about all the stuff you didn't bring, you were wearing your backpack the whole time. Guess after carrying it that far it's just natural. LOL

[@LizKidder]

🤣😂

[@nathansharp3193]

55,000 views!! I'm ready to see a pre-PCT gear list!

[@laurie2508]

Loved it! Thank you. These post hike gear videos are so helpful. I'm looking for how much it weighed (without food and water, or with - either) You're saving us a lot of time. I'm old and want to do this so this is extremely helpful. Love you!!

[@MartyHuie]

Great great video number one thing I got from it is where you put your camera I was going to buy a Chess mount for my iPhone but you helped me out. This is incredible I like watching these cause I learned little things from everyone really appreciate it

[@uptrail7169]

Very Good! Congrats again on your AT adventure 👍

[@richardmchale12345]

Liz, great job on the video and completing the "AT!" Your journey is inspiring! "Congratulations to both you and luke on getting married on the trail!

[@jhonyermo]

Oye Liz, entire video was just great. Very interesting and learned a chingo. • But what a great hint, the little hole on the Sternum Strap you use for camera / tripod! Holy-moley, never noticed until you mentioned it. I use for all kinds of lido things but also a place to wrap the cord on my iPod. Also pens and a place to park my glasses for a quick minute. Great tip. And the price was RIGHT :-) Thank you very much.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Very good gear review Liz. You covered everything and explained it well. BTW, I love my crocs haha.

[@johneason6540]

Very detailed and informative. Thanks for posting. I. In California a pct and jmt here but hiked in nine national parks in the west since March. Turning cold, rainy, and snowy now. So starting to plan next year s p.k ring in the southwest. Come to the pct, love to hike with you. Thanks

[@joesalvio7461]

Awesome video Liz , thanks for taking the time out of your day. It helps a lot seeing what a successful hiker used.

[@pauljenkins2501]

Great video, Liz, thank you. I liked the idea of taking the guide book with you all the way, and getting stamps from hostels as a souvenir.

[@the_og_barryb5938]

This was extremely helpful thankyou, secondly I just want to say that your hair is absolutely gorgeous.

[@NoloPrime]

@Liz, great video! I love that you are willing to be you without hesitation. Congratulations on your successes and thank you for your efforts to bring the trail to interested viewers! As cliche as it is, I don't mind.. Luke is an extremely lucky man! Congratulations on your Union and keep up the great work!

[@LizKidder]

Thank you!!❤️❤️❤️

[@Lazydogsleep]

You are awesome!

[@hannahs2058]

I never hiked AT, but about the deodorant thing: what about carrying those tiny perfume sample bottles? They’re like 5ml each and weigh nothing. It’s not enough for heavy usage, but it’s probably sufficient for 3-4 uses, once a day while you’re in a town. Trouble is they can’t be bought, I get the when I buy full sized perfume bottles.

[@angela-bw4om]

I didn't read all the comments... However don't throw your pants out. They are savable. All you need is an iron, papertowels and a roll of wax paper. Take your pants and lay them on an ironing board...place a sheet of wax paper between the front and back side of your pants legs on the inside of the legs. Then on top of your pant legs where the candle wax is lay a sheet of paper towel then another sheet of wax paper on top of the paper towel. Now run your iron over the wax paper. You will see the candle wax starting to be absorbed into the paper towel. Keep placing new papertowels down until all wax is removed you may have to turn them inside out and repeat the process but it will all come out. I had to do this technique on some fine antique linens. I was doubtful but I tried anyway cause I had nothing to loose. Praise the Lord I did cause it works great. When all removed you can wash but hang to dry just to double check everything is gone before placing it in the dryer. Loved how informative you were on the information and Congratulations on your finish and marriage.❤️

[@mrx1278]

So far, I have noticed no one has put a price tag either on what they actually spent on gear, or what the overall cost of the entire trek amounted to. Do you have an estimate? Sorry this is so late, but I just watched 4 of your videos and thought I'd take a chance you are still answering these comments. Great job so far on all your videos. I also watched some of Evan's videos, and asked him the same question (no answer so far), but I hope you get and can approximate an answer for me. Thanks! Cheers!