The long awaited full gear list is here!! Apologies that it's so dang long as I have a tendency to ramble on. Linked below you'll find my lighter pack! Happy to say I have a base weight of roughly 16lbs. lighterpack.co...
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@DartmoorPaul4 ай бұрын
Nice❤ Always enjoy a good gear video having my coffee 😊 You definitely sound sorted and ready for the AT. I loved the joy you showed talking about your Stanley pot, THAT to me shows it’s a great gear choice for you and the bear can too, less stress will definitely imho help you complete this. It’s my pet peeve at the moment with some KZfaqrs and hikers I’ve met that push their UL beliefs and criticise others for their gear. I pick my gear on what I love, what works and gives me peace of mind….. then the weight is considered. Baseweight is just a number, what matter’s is your happiness. 🙂Good luck Rissa 👍
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, as long as the weight isn't overbearing, use what you like!
@robertblack13734 ай бұрын
I absolutely love your thinking and attitude. Getting excited for your start of your journey.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@brookejohansen16814 ай бұрын
I have the same Stanley pot!! I’ve had it for like 8 years. I also love it despite how much it weighs. I think I’ll carry it with me forever!
@mfarley2524 ай бұрын
Same!! It is indestructible!
@beckyleheny86364 ай бұрын
I have one too!
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Yes, I've had mine for 8 or 9 years. Glad I'm not alone!
@schmitzcj4 ай бұрын
Base weight sounds good. I'm one of those folks that likes the thought of ultra-light gear, but dislike the cost and comfort trade-off. The good thing is you won't have to carry a ton of food since resuppling is fairly simple,.. except in Maine when you'll be rockin' it.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Yes! I'm happy with where I'm at! Agree that the cost and comfort are a big deterrent for ultra light gear.
@glaw56294 ай бұрын
Good luck on your hike! Love that you won that quilt from Miranda, how cool!
@MaryTravels534 ай бұрын
Don’t you take any sass from those who don’t like your Stanley! Your hike, your choice!
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
So far no sass! Quite surprising. Actually, a few people recommended Stanley as my trail name 😂 We'll see once I get out there
@rockytopwrangler20694 ай бұрын
... You got this ... Have a great time .. Stay Safe ...
@donouellette67304 ай бұрын
Wrap duct tape around one of your poles it repairs all kinds of things. It was used to repair holes in the wings on planes. You might want to to carry 2 - 1 1/2 L smart water bottles you look short on water storage
@sulj33734 ай бұрын
You remind me of my younger self. I love that you’re taking a bear can and love your stove very much. I like hot food HOT. And love the used clothing idea. Very thorough video. Looking forward to your hike.😊❤
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, I need hot food! Such a morale boost.
@dajo28243 ай бұрын
You have probably been on trail for 2+ weeks. I hope it is going well. Good video. I’m ordering a Cnoc tonight. Thanks.
@donnawoodland37244 ай бұрын
I start April 3rd at Springer. Maybe I'll see you out there!
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Maybe our paths will cross. Happy trails!
@KrazyArielle4 ай бұрын
I have the same power bank and I adore it , every time we go backpacking I take it because I take a lot of pictures and that drains my phone. My husband always laughs at me because I’m taking it but to me it’s my luxury item.
@dajo28244 ай бұрын
Have a great journey.
@samanthajones73024 ай бұрын
hi. I'm starting April 15th. :)
@ronbaker99714 ай бұрын
Wish you all the best on your upcoming adventure.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@herbertcornell97564 ай бұрын
Looks great! I find there's an important balance of weight, comfort, and recovery. I try to find that ideal Venn diagram slice that allows me to: travel fast and unencumbered, be relatively comfortable and safe, AND to have enough items to allow me to rest and recover so I can reduce the chance of injury and improve performance. Don't overlook that recovery aspect! Those xero shoes are light but for me personally I need thicker recovery sandals to keep my feet healthy. I defer to crocs on this aspect which gives me a bonus of toe protection when I'm putting around camp. The cork ball is clutch! Have fun out there and best of luck.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
I actually think I'm going to switch them out with a pair of rubber off brand Birkenstocks I have. They're actually lighter and way more comfortable just wish they packed down smaller.
@herbertcornell97564 ай бұрын
I find keeping them strapped on the outside let's them dry and gives you the opportunity to throw them on at river crossings. I have those birks and they are super comfy!
@mfarley2524 ай бұрын
I am so excited for your journey! Can’t wait to follow! Cobweb Rose thru hiked with a bear vault-so if she can, you can!! ♥️
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Yes! Thank you!
@RustyFinch3 ай бұрын
Carbon fiber vs aluminum is the difference in trekking pole prices. Carbon $50-$55. Aluminum about $30.
@davejohnson49054 ай бұрын
Good luck, I’m very excited for you.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@scotttakesahike4 ай бұрын
I have the same trekking poles and they are great. Ive had them over a year now with no issues. Im a big dude and they hold up my weight no problem.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Happy to hear it! I'm putting my faith in them!
@crewzillakelly36554 ай бұрын
Hi Marissa I section hike on The Appalachian Trail to my poo kit instead of hand sanitizer I purchased off of Amazon the Clorox Hand Sanitizer spray especially to protect against Novo Virus it only a few bucks. I’ve been using those Cascade Treking poles I love them I never had an issues with them. I also have that Stanley cup I only use that for long day hikes but that pot is bomb proof I love that as well. I’m a little unsure of carrying the bear canister I carried one for the first time on the JMT and I thought I would die with that extra weight the National parks require it I’m sure you know that already Good luck to you Happy Trails
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
I'm bringing camp soap because they do encourage hand washing as the best way to prevent norovirus, but I'll have to look into that hand sanitizer! The bear canister is definitely heavy! I was conscious to cut weight to make up for it. They can also be tricky to pack, but I haven't had any issues yet.
@GarryCollins-ec8yo4 ай бұрын
It is incredibly awesome in my opinion that you won Miranda's give away! That's like good karma.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
It felt like a huge confirmation that this would happen. Me commenting on her livestream that I was planning my thru hike was the first time I announced it and it felt so wild!
@sdarby8114 ай бұрын
I'll be watching from the UK 🇬🇧. Good luck!
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you for following along!
@KrizAkoni4 ай бұрын
Looks like you’re ready!
@lisamonalisahikes4 ай бұрын
I’m so excited for you🎉🎉🎉🎉
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you😊
@blairpoisson64744 ай бұрын
On the cnoc website under about us has the pronunciation. It is K'noc with a k sound at the beginning. I like SEAnoc.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Good to know! I'm with you in that I like SEAnoc, but happy to know what it should be.
@SteveBrokaw4 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@lisamonalisahikes4 ай бұрын
Girl you do you! I know you got your sleeping bag free but would love for you to share how it holds up/ warm… I’m looking for one myself and am curious. Thank you
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
I love it! It's 20 degrees, and I've used it down to 28 degrees and stayed nice and toasty even without putting on extra layers. I will say to actually measure yourself! I just went with regular width, but I honestly might should have gotten the narrow. I have to cinch the pad straps all the way down to keep it in place. Not an issue, but something to consider.
@ElijahPerry-bp5cw25 күн бұрын
The bear can makes more sense to me. I'd think that hanging a bear bag would attract bears where the bear can won't.
@sallys24234 ай бұрын
I didn't hear you mention a pillow. Do you have a nice envelope/stuff sack/pillow strap to stuff with hoodie & clothes? (Pillow strap is out of stock on GGG, but they are available at their website.) Sorry if I'm telling you stuff you already know.
@RissaRoams4 ай бұрын
I forgot to mention that! I use my puffy inside of my buff. I'm not much of a pillow person in everyday life (my pillow is PAPER thin and I only use the corner😅) so I don't need anything too fancy.
@TheJkilla113 ай бұрын
If I had a nickel for every time somebody said that blowing into a sleeping pad causes mold.... This has been disproven time and time again years ago.