Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Gear List
Although some will deviate from the below gear list in one way or another, this Appalachian Trail thru-hiker gear list serves as an excellent template for prospective thru-hikers, with some products we recommend below.
Shelters
Your tent is one of the most important—if not the most important—piece of gear for your long-distance hike. It’s literally your home away from home.
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Please consider the environment when packing bug repellent as what you put on will end up in the freshwater rivers and streams of Kauai.
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The mini-me version of the Sawyer Squeeze is the perfect filter for UL enthusiasts—small enough that it won’t take up much real estate in your backpacking backpack and light enough (even after the final weigh-in) that you can scrub an ounce or more off your spreadsheet.
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Its lightweight and non-greasy formula make it a popular choice among outdoor enthusiasts.
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