Backpacking Gear List from the John Muir Trail

 

In 2024 I embarked on an epic adventure on the John Muir Trail. I wish I could say that I completed that journey but I didn't. I ended up bailing on the trail about half way through because I missed my family too much. Here is a list of the gear I brought on on that hike: 

Here are the items that I brought on the John Muir Trail 
REI Flash Air 50L here-- https://tinyurl.com/flashair50 
Nemo Tensor— https://amzn.to/4cAa8bd 
Fortuis 1p Tent— https://bit.ly/3LxK3xD 
Stormloft Down Topquilt— https://bit.ly/3lJwBun 
1/8 inch closed cell foam pad— https://alnk.to/eDRzQvc 
REI Pillow— https://alnk.to/1C7vg9R
TREKOLOGY Ultralight Pillow— https://amzn.to/46XQCUS 
Outdoor Vitals Sleeping  Bag liner— https://alnk.to/c08d8jF 

Clothing:
Sahara Shade Hoodie - Men’s— https://alnk.to/31rz6Ja
Darn Tough Socks— https://alnk.to/5FaVOYg 
REI Lightweight Base Layer Long-Sleeve— https://alnk.to/7fpKElD 
Outdoor Vitals NovaUL Jacket— https://alnk.to/hDqswuC 
Lightweight Gloves— https://amzn.to/4fQmz5s 
Skyline Trail Joggers— https://alnk.to/3U1m0Yd 
Hiking Shoes— https://amzn.to/3SHD5ev 
Water shoes— https://amzn.to/46RwvaA

Gear: 
Katadyn BeFree 1.0L Water Filter-- https://amzn.to/3AtvXMc 
Hydrapak Stash— https://amzn.to/3WWrCsr 
Jetboil Stash-- https://amzn.to/3XgOIeR  
BV500-- https://amzn.to/3yK5tp9
Nitecore NU25— https://amzn.to/3Enoqgx  
REI Flash Carbon Compact Trekking Poles— https://alnk.to/flwBLX2 
Garmin inReach Mini 2— https://amzn.to/3Mb7ePl
REI Multi Towel Mini— https://alnk.to/hhAWyWP
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon— https://amzn.to/3AtvCsN
FLEXTAILGEAR ZERO PUMP— https://amzn.to/3STYqko 
VEEKTOMX Mini Power Bank— https://amzn.to/3WLgxdq
REI Lightweight Stuff Sack— https://alnk.to/cHNf3Rj 
John Muir Trail Map- https://amzn.to/4fPNkqw
Insulated Backpacking Meal Cozy— https://www.etsy.com/shop/FindingTrail?ref=l2-about-shopname  
Flip Fuel— https://www.flipfuel.co?sca_ref=4866273.EjbX1UVWCC  
You can use my code: Neal20 to get 20% off your order!  

Hygiene and poop kit: 
Deuce of Spades— https://amzn.to/4dKuEr3 
Porta Wipes— https://amzn.to/47ak4qR 
Toothbrush— https://amzn.to/3Ay7DZB 
Sunscreen— https://amzn.to/3WUUaST 
Sunscreen Chapstick— https://amzn.to/3MdZJHe 

Fishing Gear: 
Fishing Rod— https://amzn.to/3YRouRh 
Fishing Reel— https://amzn.to/3XaeUaE 
Altoids Tackle Fishing Box— https://www.etsy.com/listing/1612146463/altoid-tin-organizer-insert-perfect-for?ref=yr_purchases
Backpackers Pantry— https://backpackerspantry.com/o6dn0o 

If you want to try @drinkLMNT you can use my code and get a free sample pack with your first order! I've been using LMNT for the last four months and love it! 
https://elementallabs.refr.cc/nealbenson  

Other Gear I love: 
Shadowlight 60L— https://alnk.to/d3G7Qlk 

If you want to get a new backpacking stove make sure to check out Fire Maple Gear. Use the code: Peak to get 10% off your order. 
https://firemaplegear.com/discount/Peak?ref=peak 

Some footage might have been shot on GoPro Hero 11- https://amzn.to/3zpVmFP 

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