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Post by wondermonkey on Dec 9, 2015 6:02:15 GMT -8
Usually when I go camping I start a spreadsheet and start adding things to remember to take, or buy, etc. Sometimes I copy over one that I've already used to start with. This time I decided to make a list of all my gear and use it as a base each time. Now instead of not remembering to pack something I have to make a decision to NOT take it. Different for me, maybe not for you. Below is what I have now. It's a new thing so it's not completed. Last night as I was taking things off the shelf and packing I would color it green so I wouldn't rely on memory. Memory means I arrive at camp and wonder where things are.... oh yeah back on my shelves. I decided to categorize things. Still working on those categories. Some items are detailed such as my underquilts and hammocks and other things are generic like "Hiking Socks". I'm up for suggestions and thoughts.
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Post by zeke on Dec 9, 2015 6:18:34 GMT -8
Gearwise, I take 1 extra pr of socks, 1 extra set of underwear, 1-2 shirts, a base layer if I think it will get below 40, gloves, hygiene kit ( tp, trowel, 1st aid, toothbrush, etc..), camera, poles, shelter (varies between hammock or tent), sleeping quilt, pad, Kitchen stuff (stove, fuel, teapot, spoon, matches), purification tablets, small lighter, compass, 2 single edge razor blades (for a sharp edge, no knife). I do have it all on a spread sheet with their weights, so I can see what I am missing, and what each environment weighs in terms of gear to meet the challenges..
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Post by amaruq on Dec 9, 2015 6:23:03 GMT -8
I have a similar spreadsheet for all of my gear. I include weight and cost/value.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 9, 2015 6:27:44 GMT -8
Item Weights for each item like zeke has wrote. With the help of a list like yours and item weights, I have my solo gear weight down to 11.97 pounds and my go with my wife gear weight 9.64 pounds.
HYOH
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Post by Lamebeaver on Dec 9, 2015 6:41:19 GMT -8
I have a similar gear spreadsheet but add a master prep column that looks something like this
truck check oil check washer fluid check tire inflation pack backpack wallet trekking poles lunch sunglasses map hiking boots/socks (I usually wear tennis shoes while driving) cell phone
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Post by wondermonkey on Dec 9, 2015 7:13:06 GMT -8
All good suggestions. I don't have a scale but when I pick one up I'll modify my spreadsheet with that info. At that point I'll add a column to have an "X" on what I'm taking so it will add the weight up for me.
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Post by Westy on Dec 9, 2015 7:23:57 GMT -8
Usually plan the trip thoroughly, however don't utilize a gear checklist unless it's a major undertaking. Simply spread all gear, food, fuel, water, etc. on the family room floor for an in-depth visual inspection and review. Typically we do a pack weigh-in at home.
Our challenge is schedule: reservations, estimated times, distances and target milestones. Often toss in a weather day for flexibility.
This is an example of a family backpacking excursion. Two copies would be laminated, one for the vehicle and the other packed with us. An e-mail pdf would be sent to the emergency contact.
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Post by desert dweller on Dec 9, 2015 7:27:32 GMT -8
I have three big bins. One for car camping stuff. One for active backpacking stuff. And one for extra gear as backup or seasonal use. When it's time to get ready for a multi-day trek I use the backpacking bin. I have a couple of on-line check lists that I refer to just to see if I've forgotten anything important.
Weights and other concerns I've paid attention to when I initially purchased the gear. I don't think much about the final pre-water pack weight because the amount of water I carry, here in the desert, is usually 1 to 2 gallons, 8 to 16 pounds, roughly. Which overshadows the weight of the gear.
Nice list, though. It looks comprehensive.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 9, 2015 7:47:13 GMT -8
You may get just a hint of my favorite colors here. They are not exactly pastel. Different colors for printing. My spreadsheet is in columns of pounds and kilograms, what I'm packing and what I'm wearing, and which of a few alternatives I'm taking on that trip. For instance, I have several pairs of boots, a couple sleeping bags, tent, tarp, bivvy sack, winter clothing versus summer clothing, etc. I don't use the list for every trip — if I'm taking basically the same gear I took the week before. But all food and water is included because they are necessary items and they have considerable weight. I don't think in terms of base weight. I think in terms of loaded weight.
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Post by wondermonkey on Dec 9, 2015 8:04:40 GMT -8
Looks like a fairly organized group we have here! desert dweller I also use bins and I have a floor to ceiling shelf along a wall to hold everything.
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Post by Lamebeaver on Dec 9, 2015 9:41:26 GMT -8
Looks like a fairly organized group we have here! I once went on a trip and forgot my sleeping bag.......
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Post by tigger on Dec 9, 2015 9:51:11 GMT -8
I have a bunch of stuff. I grab what I want for each trip specifically. I did my first spreadsheet for my trip to Greenland. I had to be prepared for 1.5 months. That's the only reason I did a spreadsheet. Unless my hike will be for two weeks or more, I don't have a need. I do most of it in my mind. I start at sleeping items, clothing items, food stuff, misc., and then fill in excess for seasonal (gaiters for winter, etc).
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Post by rebeccad on Dec 9, 2015 9:51:41 GMT -8
Looks like a fairly organized group we have here! I once went on a trip and forgot my sleeping bag....... Okay, confession time. The first camping trip my husband & I did (what you might call our second date), we got out there with only one sleeping bag. 22 years later, neither of us has yet copped to it being anything but a case of disorganization and poor communication.
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Post by rebeccad on Dec 9, 2015 9:53:04 GMT -8
I now have a set of checklists for different kinds of trips. A couple of years ago, I weighed all my backpacking gear and clothing in order to see where (or if) I could reduce my pack weight a little without suffering.
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Post by hikerjer on Dec 9, 2015 9:54:53 GMT -8
I once went on a trip and forgot my sleeping bag No worries. I went on a family car camping trip and forgot all the sleeping bags. Went on a hiking trip and forgot my boots. Went on a skiing trip and forgot my poles and ski jacket. But I was a lot younger then and my memory was better?
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