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Post by hikerjer on Aug 8, 2015 14:01:04 GMT -8
OK, we've had this discussion before but that was on the old boards, not on the new improved version. So let's try it again. Five day, four night backpack trip, northern Rockies , July-August, elevation 6000 ft. to 10,500 ft. What would your total pack weight be? Water, food, gear, extra clothes, everything.
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Post by hoosierdaddy on Aug 8, 2015 14:31:16 GMT -8
Well, I just returned a few days ago from a 4 night trip here in Washington. 5000' - 7100'. I'm kind of an UL'er, but with all food, water, (2 liter MINIMUM carried) fuel....everything, I was at 25 pounds.
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Post by zeke on Aug 8, 2015 14:43:33 GMT -8
5 days, 4 nights. 8 lbs of food, 4 of water. Add that to my base weight of 13 lbs, and I get 25 lbs also. However, I am a minimalist when it comes to clothing. Not that I hike nude, but that I take only what will keep me alive, not necessarily in comfort. Northern Rockies, 10K elevation, I would take a set of upper and lower mid weight long underwear. Maybe a change of shorts, and definitely 2 pr of socks (1 for sleeping in and 1 for a change).
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Post by swmtnbackpacker on Aug 8, 2015 15:04:46 GMT -8
Everything is about 22-25 lbs depending on food ... and libations
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Post by amaruq on Aug 8, 2015 16:13:39 GMT -8
I'd probably be around 27-30lbs too. Solo.
More if I'm with my usual hiking group because they like to eat 'real' food instead of my dehydrated food. Plus I often offer to take more weight being the stronger hiker (it's amazing how many hiker friends you make when you offer to carry things for them).
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Post by BigLoad on Aug 8, 2015 17:15:36 GMT -8
At the start of the first day, with full food and water, 34-35 pounds. I could push it down to about 31 if I felt like filtering water around lunch time. I'd usually rather start with a few more pounds and wait until later. The extra weight is still light compared to what I'd be carrying for a few days in the desert between water sources.
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Post by rebeccad on Aug 8, 2015 21:24:57 GMT -8
At the end of June, in Sequoia NP, for 4 nights, 5 days, I had 27 lbs including food, water, and camera gear. Actually, that might not have included the camera. Eldest Son had 30 (he takes lots of clothes; more than I ever would), spouse 35 (heavy camera gear and a little of my share of the food).
I am not like Zeke--I carry a little more to be sure I'm comfortable, including fleece pants (I get both hot and cold easily) and a chair kit for hanging out in camp reading and writing.
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Post by tigger on Aug 9, 2015 0:11:22 GMT -8
I'm at 23 lbs also including beer and camera.
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Post by panatomicx on Aug 9, 2015 15:12:55 GMT -8
7 trail days, 10,000 ft Northern Rockies (Beartooths), food, water, fuel-35lb.
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Post by swimswithtrout on Aug 9, 2015 18:15:10 GMT -8
Does this include fishing gear, photo gear etc.??
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Post by BigLoad on Aug 9, 2015 18:22:45 GMT -8
Does this include fishing gear, photo gear etc.?? I included everything I usually bring, including a book and various things I don't like to leave in the car.
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Post by panatomicx on Aug 11, 2015 8:14:36 GMT -8
Ok, all packed-25 lb without food, fuel, water. Which brings me to about 37 lb at the trailhead. Where's the "extra" weight? Tent:I have a Stratospire I, 37oz. But I like a sturdy little house in the backcountry which can take a bit of weather and keep the bugs out. Bag:20 degree down bag, also 37 oz. I suppose I could use a light quilt, and wear all my clothes at night when it gets cold- Nah. Pump/filter vs gravity setup-1 lb. Binocs-8 oz. mirrorless camera vs lighter point and shoot. Bunch of pounds right there-but these are all considered choices.
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Post by Westy on Aug 11, 2015 10:16:46 GMT -8
OK Jer!
Primary Gear Weight 7.3 lbs. Gear Base Weight 5.3 lbs. Food, Fuel & Water 11.0 lbs.
Total 23.6 lbs.
Add 2.0 lbs. Bearikade Weekender (if required)
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Post by cahiker on Aug 12, 2015 16:04:26 GMT -8
24-25 lbs if solo, with a bear canister. Much less with my husband since he would carry the tent and bear canister!
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Post by wanderboth on Aug 12, 2015 18:07:19 GMT -8
You don't mention how far you plan to hike per day, but yea, I'd say right around 30 lbs would be a good goal. If you do a lot less hiking and more just 'experiencing' then you should be able to haul a little bit more.
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