Traveling with carry on bags only is an ongoing process. When we first started serious traveling on our Y2K month long honeymoon to Thailand, we both had 65L packs (Arc’Teryx Bora 65s) that weighed about 14kg each when packed. The pack alone was almost 2Kg. We used these for backpacking in Canada and for our annual trips to SEA to avoid the depths of Canadian winters. In 2016 when we were in the process of retiring and down sizing for world travel, we knew we wanted smaller packs for Carry On so wouldn’t have to worry about lost luggage anymore (which had happened 3 times over the years). We ended up switching to a 40L backpacking pack for Paul and a 38L pack for Helen (Gregory J38 and Gregory Z40 from 2016). When packed they weigh close to 7kg each along with a small carry on personal item of about 2kg. The carry on personal items fold down to small sizes and are stored in our main packs when not in use. These packs were half of the weight of our old Arc’Teryx Bora 65s.
7kg is a bit of a magic number these days as lots of airlines use it as the maximum carry on weight. To help keep within the airline limits we purchased a small USB travel scale. It’s been great to spread the load between each of us evenly and keep us both below the magic 7Kg’s. You can check out this website for a list of the various airline carry on weight limits. The more we travel the more we figure out what we really need and what we don’t.
While traveling we used our Gregory packs to do the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal, twice 😄. We feel we made a great decision to go with backpacking centric packs vs. travel packs. The full suspension on these packs allowed us to do serious backpacking which would have sucked for the back and shoulders using some of the popular travel packs. These Gregory bags we chose can be accessed via clam shell openings as well as through the top. The only thing missing from a “travel” pack is a laptop sleeve. Since we didn’t have a laptop this worked out fine. When trekking we would pare down our packs to only what we needed and added some stuff like sleeping bags, hats, gloves and trekking poles. What we don’t carry we leave in a cheap bag in our hotel to be picked up on our return. Here are the contents of our packs for the Annapurna circuit: Paul’s pack, Helen’s pack.
Fast forward to September 2019 and we had just finished a 1400km Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Southbound (SOBO) trek from the Canadian border down to Crater lake, Oregon. When you are living in the outdoors for 60+ nights, weight is a huge factor. So even though we loved our Gregory’s we decided to give one of the ultralight packs a try. Northern Ultralight is just a 1.5 hour drive from where we are staying and has great reviews so we went with that one. They weigh only half of what our Gregory’s did and were super comfortable when fully packed. We also really like the way the pack can switch from an Ultralight beast to a perfect day pack with the removable aluminum stays and hip belt and cinch straps.
After traveling with the NUL Sundown packs for 6 months (PCT + SEA) we are now firm believers in light weight packs. Everything is easier with a lighter pack. And with modern fabrics, light packs are no longer disposable packs. We do sometimes miss the clamshell opening of our Gregory packs but we would never trade our new ultralight packs for a heavier one with clam shell. Packing cubes make accessing stuff in our NUL Sundowns through the top opening pretty straight forward.
Here are some older pack related articles that we wrote before we started our big adventure in 2017:
Paul's Travel Pack
This page shows what is in Paul’s pack for travel. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see his Pacific Crest Trail load out here and his Annapurna Circuit load out here.
Carry On Round The World - Paul's Pack
- Category Weight
-
Storage
1.13 kg
-
Electronics
1.19 kg
-
Raspberry Pi Setup
0.53 kg
-
Sleeping
0.21 kg
-
Toiletries
0.1 kg
-
Clothing
4.05 kg
-
Miscellaneous
0.79 kg
Description
Since our packs are less than 7Kg, we can take them as carry on on all flights including Low Cost Carriers. Typically everything would be in the Sundown backpack when not flying or day packing. See this on lighterpack.com.
See our travels at carryonrtw.com.
-
-
Storage
Weight qty -
Northern Ultralight Sundown L 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 110g stays. 690
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC 10L Weigh Lite Drybag Lightweight flexible waterproof fabric. 130
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nylofume pack liner Keeps everything dry. Also pumpsack for sleeping pads. 26
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Arc'Teryx Mantis 1 Waistpack Personal item on flights. https://imgur.com/gallery/AjRuUjZ 144
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Small Travel Light Cube Packing Cube 30
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mec Medium Packing Cube For misc stuff 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mec Travel Lite Large Cube Packing cube 62
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
Casio PRW3000 Watch Solar, Atomic, Temp, Compass, Altimeter 64
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google Pixel buds A Bluetooth earphones 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Kobo Glo Carry thousands of books. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Balanzza Digital Scale - USB To distribute our gear evenly and avoid mad charges to check overweight items on LCCs. Charges by USB. 90
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-C Cable Pixel 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-A Cable Pixel 28
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AmazonBasics USB C to USB C 2.0 Charger Cable - 6 Feet (1.8 Meters) 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C to Micro USB adapter For charging inreach and headlamp 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C Female to USB Male Adapter 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C OTG dongle for Google Pixel 6
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Pixel Charger USB C 60
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Road Warrior Plug Adapter 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB Stick
To hold backups of important docs
10
g2
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Braun M90 Mobile Shave Takes 2AA not included in weight 98
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lithium AA
For Paul's electric razor
14
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Padded Case
for above trinkets
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sennheiser Ear Buds
Backups for pixel buds
14
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Raspberry Pi Setup
Weight qty -
Raspberry Pi in case TerraPi Alpha SSD case, rev 4B 8GB pi, Noctua fan, USB3 to SATA adapter 158
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USBC Power Supply 5.1V/3.5A for raspberry pi with on/off switch 154
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
GL-AR300M Travel Router Our own network with Wireguard VPN. Trust no one. :-) 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
HDMI mini cable 1.5m for raspberry pi 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3' flat ethernet cable 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB Power adapter and cable For travel router (from 4K Firestick) 68
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
8BitDo Zero2 BT joystick Use with hundreds of retro pi games 20
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Sleeping
Weight qty -
MEC Deluxe Pillow 30 x 49 x 12cm 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ohropax Classic Earplugs Tried tons and these are my faves by far! 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sleepmask
From Eva Air Amenity kit
2
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Toiletries
Weight qty -
Packtowl Ultralite Towel XL Fast drying, super absorbent and light. 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing
Weight qty -
OR Astroman L/S Sun Shirt 85% nylon, 15% spandex 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hoka Challenger ATR 5 Running/Hiking shoes 684
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Mochilero Stretch Convertible pants 96% nylon, 4% spandex 378
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
SPIbelt dual pocket belt 2 Neoprene expanding pockets. 64
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hiking Sandals Quecha Arpenaz 100 Black 538
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool MidWeight Sock 86
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Injinji Men's Run Toesocks Midweight Mini Crew 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Boxer briefs Uniqlo Airism mesh low rise boxer briefs 36
g5- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ultralight hooded down jacket Uniqlo, super compressible. 266
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Shorts/Trunks
100% polyester
148
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hiking Pants/shorts Quecha Forclaz 500 convertible hiking pants. 406
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
UniQlo Men's Airism T-shirt Large 88
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Kalenji Decathlon T-Shirt Dry+ Men's Running Breathable T-Shirt (olive, blue and orange) 108
g3- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Heattech Tights 114
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Baseball cap OR Swift Cap 56
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Chaos - CTR Summit Expedition Hat Wide brim sun hat 92
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Decathalon Tank Top
92
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Buff
38
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Miscellaneous
Weight qty -
Bottle opener Shotgunator :-) 14
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul Sunglasses and Case 80
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
5m - 2mm reflective cord for clothes drying line with small biener and spool 20
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul Reading glasses in case 78
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Space Pen 18
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Trash Hero Grocery Bag
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Credit Cards, Cash, ID etc.
225
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Credit Card Phone Stand
4
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul's Junk
He won't separate it, being difficult
168
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3FUL Mesh bag
for above
8
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Papers
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Documents Folder
Visa, COE, INs, duplicates
134
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen's Travel Pack
This page shows what is in Helen’s pack for travel. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see her Pacific Crest Trail load out here and her Annapurna Circuit load out here.
Carry On Round The World - Helen's Pack
- Category Weight
-
Storage
1.09 kg
-
Electronics
1.24 kg
-
Sleeping
0.17 kg
-
Toiletries
1.93 kg
-
Clothing
3.72 kg
-
Miscellaneous
0.68 kg
-
Rain Gear
0.26 kg
Description
Since our packs are less than 7Kg, we can take them as carry on on all flights including Low Cost Carriers. Typically everything would be in the Sundown backpack when not flying or day packing. See this on lighterpack.com.
See our travels at carryonrtw.com.
-
-
Storage
Weight qty -
Northern Ultralight Sundown M 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 100g stays. 660
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nylofume pack liner Keeps everything dry. Also pumpsack for sleeping pads. 26
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Travel Light Wash Bag 127
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Arc'Teryx Mantis 1 Waistpack Personal item on flights. https://imgur.com/gallery/AjRuUjZ 144
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mec Medium Packing Cube For misc stuff 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Small Travel Light Cube Packing Cube 30
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Large Travel Light Cube Packing Cube 62
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google Pixel buds A Bluetooth earphones 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Kobo Clara HD E-Reader in case 182
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-C Cable Pixel 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-A Cable Pixel 28
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C OTG dongle for Google Pixel 6
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C to Micro USB adapter For charging inreach and headlamp 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C Female to USB Male Adapter 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sennheiser Ear Buds
Backups for pixel buds
14
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Padded Case
for above trinkets
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Aukey USB C PD Charger 27W GaN PA-Y19 in purse 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Anker Power Strip USB C, Power Delivery, 2 power outlets, 1 USB C, 2 USB A 318
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
8BitDo Zero2 BT joystick Use with hundreds of retro pi games 20
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Microsoft Bluetooth Mouse
2AA's
108
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Sleeping
Weight qty -
MEC Deluxe Pillow 30 x 49 x 12cm 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sleepmask
From Eva Air Amenity kit
2
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Toiletries
Weight qty -
Packtowl Ultralite Towel XL Fast drying, super absorbent and light. 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Philips Sonicare Toothbrush For 2 people, with travel charger case 340
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lush Solid Shampoo Bar Good for washing hair and the foam works well for shaving 72
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Folding Mini Pocket Hair Comb with Mirror 34
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Gillette Mach3 Heads
3
g8
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Gillette Mach3 Venus Heads
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Gillette Mach 3 handle Sharing as it works with both heads. 34
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Tweezers
6
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Soap dish
24
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nail cilppers
16
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Meds
migraine, stomach bug antibiotic, inhaler
282
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lady stuff
66
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Dental Floss Harps
130
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Spare Toothbrush heads
32
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
WetWipes 20 Pack
98
g2
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hair stuff
40
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Retainer
in case
36
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen's Junk
cause she won't break it down... Haiiiii
200
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
covid facemasks
102
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
facemask cord
8
g2
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
mini toothpaste
32
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
tylenol
36
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
pStyle 23
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Laroche Posay Helios SPF50 Sunscreen 66
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing
Weight qty -
Hoka Challenger ATR 5 Womens 568
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Arpenaz 100 Hiking Sandals 400
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Mini Socks 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC T1 Long John's Long Johns 134
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Darn Tough Micro Crew Socks 67
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
UniQlo Ultra Light Down Down Jacket 2017 model 250
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Buff
38
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt 52% nylon, 48% polyester 150
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mec Terrena Stretch Convertible Pants 308
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
UniQlo Heattech Shirt Long sleeved warm shirt 112
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Bathing Suits/Cover Up 298
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Patagonia Barely Bra Wool Sports Bra 50
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
NIke Dri Fit T shirt 118
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Tuff Athletics Skort
140
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Fruit of the Loom
breathable quick dry underwear
32
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Peach Shirt
132
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Purple Shirt
110
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ricki's Active Tank
162
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
WalMart Active Tank for beach
114
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
WalMart George Active Bra
48
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mec Shorts
142
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Fruit of the Loom
Quick dry UW
32
g3
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Decathlon Capri
212
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Miscellaneous
Weight qty -
Helen Baseball cap Running Room 52
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sun Hat OR Sun Bucket 58
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Maui Jim's Sunglasses Polarized sunglasses in case 108
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen Reading Glasses In purse 24
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Folding Fan in purse 28
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hand Sanitizer Purell with clip, inside purse 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Reusable Grocery bag
folds up into itself
36
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
passport copies & photos
62
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helens document folder
170
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
covid masks
100
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Rain Gear
Weight qty -
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3F UL Rain Skirt 15D nylon silicon coating 70
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen's PCT Pack
This page shows what was in Helen’s pack for the Pacific Crest Trail. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see her travel load out here and her Annapurna Circuit load out here.
SOBO PCT 2019 - Helen
- Category Weight
-
Pack
0.73 kg
-
Shelter
0.73 kg
-
Sleep
1.6 kg
-
Cook
0.12 kg
-
Clothing Worn
1.83 kg
-
Clothing Carried
1 kg
-
Rain Gear
0.3 kg
-
Electronics
0.56 kg
-
Water
0.25 kg
-
Misc
0.18 kg
-
First Aid
0.17 kg
-
Toiletries
0.13 kg
-
Section Specific Stuff
0 kg
Description
This list shares gear with Paul. His list is here.
Green Star: Shared items
Red Star: Don't have yet
-
-
Pack
Weight qty -
Northern Ultralight Sundown M 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 100g stays. 660
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nylofume pack liner Keeps everything dry. Also pumpsack for sleeping pads. 26
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Base CampSource Odor-Barrier Bag 27"x24.5" 42
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Shelter
Weight qty -
3FUL Lanshan2 Inner tent 502
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Polycryo footprint 104
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
KUNGIX Tent Stakes, 7" Aluminium Tent Stakes Lightweight with Reflective Rope Tent Stakes 122
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Sleep
Weight qty -
MEC Deluxe Pillow 30 x 49 x 12cm 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nunatuk Arc UL 10 Down quilt 750
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Gossamer Gear Thinlight Under/Over the air mattress and sit pad 80
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Klymit Insulated Static V Lite 72 x 23 x 2.5 in, R4.4 30D polyester 594
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Cook
Weight qty -
Toaks long spoon Polished bowl 18
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mini-Bic Lighter 11
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ziploc Twist Loc Coozy
cook container
90
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing Worn
Weight qty -
Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt 52% nylon, 48% polyester 150
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mountain Backpacking Convertible Pants Shorts only 254
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Dirty Girl Gaiters Sassy and stylish ultra-light trail-running and hiking gaiters 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Womens Altra Lone Peak 4 574
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Patagonia Barely Bra Wool Sports Bra 50
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Fruit of The Loom underwear 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Superfeet Green Insoles 0
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Mini socks 58% merino wool, 40% nylon, 2% spandex 52
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Injini Toe Socks 30
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Buff
38
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen Baseball cap Running Room 52
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Cascade Mountain Tech Trekking Poles Cork handles, quick lock 454
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Maui Jim's Sunglasses Polarized sunglasses in case 108
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing Carried
Weight qty -
UniQlo Ultra Light Down Down Jacket 2017 model 250
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Faux-dini Windshirt L Hi CFM for backpacking 65
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
S Old Navy Grid Fleece Hoodie 250
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Med Glacier Glove Sun Gloves Medium 34
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Onsight Head net 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC T1 Long John's Long Johns 134
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sun Hat OR Sun Bucket 58
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Beanie/Balaclava
Thin fleece head warmer
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen sleep shirt Uniqlo Airism Mesh Crew Neck 60
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Spare socks
1 injinji and 1 darn tough
80
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Spare undies
fruit of the loom
32
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Rain Gear
Weight qty -
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3F UL Rain Kilt 15D Silnylon with velcro fastening 71
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Decathlon Rain Mitts 30
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
LifeProof FRE Pixel Case Waterproof 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Apple earbuds 10
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-C Cable Pixel 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Aukey USB C PD Charger 27W GaN PA-Y19 in purse 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C to Micro USB adapter For charging inreach and headlamp 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Water
Weight qty -
Sawyer squeeze water filter with 32 oz squeeze bag and backflush adapter Takes care of 2 micron particles including bacteria 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
CNOC Vecto 2l Bladder 76
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
1L Smart water bottle 38
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
750ml Smart Water Bottle 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sport cap 4
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Misc
Weight qty -
Wenger Everyday Esquire Genuine Swiss Army Knife 50
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
5m - 2mm reflective cord for clothes drying line with small biener and spool 20
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Deuce2 Trowel 17
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
pStyle 23
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
LightLoad Towel towel 16
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Crystal lite DIY Glasses Case
26
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen Reading Glasses In purse 24
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
First Aid
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Advil(24), Immodium(6), Allergy(10)
Mixed
20
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Blister Kit
Luko Tape, Gauze, corn cushion, safety pin
132
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Toe covers
8
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Benadryl
Night - 6 pack
4
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
kremil antacid
10
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Toiletries
Weight qty -
Toothpaste
8
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Toothbrush
18
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hairbrush
34
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Goldbond
mini for hair, feet
52
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Birth Control
3 months
14
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Section Specific Stuff
Weight qty -
Kahtoola Microspikes 338
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Bearvault 500 1160
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Camp Corsa Ice Axe 202
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Camp Touring Leash for Ice Axe 50
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Small Head Gloves 58
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul's PCT Pack
This page shows what was in Paul’s pack for the Pacific Crest Trail. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see his travel load out here and his Annapurna Circuit load out here.
SOBO PCT 2019 - Paul
- Category Weight
-
Pack
0.76 kg
-
Shelter
0.6 kg
-
Sleep
1.5 kg
-
Cook
0.44 kg
-
Clothing Worn
2.1 kg
-
Clothing Carried
1.17 kg
-
Rain Gear
0.3 kg
-
Electronics
0.66 kg
-
Water
0.16 kg
-
Misc
0.08 kg
-
Toiletries
0.04 kg
-
Section Specific Stuff
0 kg
Description
This list shares gear with Helen. Her list is here.
Green Star: Shared items
Red Star: Don't have yet
-
-
Pack
Weight qty -
Northern Ultralight Sundown L 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 110g stays. 690
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nylofume pack liner Keeps everything dry. Also pumpsack for sleeping pads. 26
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Base CampSource Odor-Barrier Bag 27"x24.5" 42
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Shelter
Weight qty -
3FUL Lanshan 2 Fly 2 Person Outdoor Ultralight Camping Tent 3 Seasons / 4 seasons Professional 15D Silnylon Rodless Tent 599
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Sleep
Weight qty -
Nunatak Arc UL 20 Down quilt 650
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
MEC Deluxe Pillow 30 x 49 x 12cm 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Gossamer Gear Thinlight Under/Over the air mattress and sit pad 80
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Klymit Insulated Static V Lite 72 x 23 x 2.5 in, R4.4 30D polyester 594
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Cook
Weight qty -
Soto Amicus Canister Stove With igniter and good in wind. 81
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
110g Fuel canister 115
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Toaks 1350ml pot With lid 134
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Toaks long spoon Polished bowl 18
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ziploc Twist Loc Coozy
cook container
90
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing Worn
Weight qty -
OR Astroman L/S Sun Shirt 85% nylon, 15% spandex 172
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hiking Pants/shorts Quecha Forclaz 500 convertible hiking pants. 406
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Boxer briefs Uniqlo Airism mesh low rise boxer briefs 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Dirty Girl Gaiters Sassy and stylish ultra-light trail-running and hiking gaiters 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Darn Tough Micro Crew Socks 67
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Mens Altra Lone Peak 4 Trail Shoes 628
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Superfeet Green Insoles 96
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Baseball cap OR Swift Cap 56
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Cascade Mountain Tech Trekking Poles Cork handles, quick lock 454
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Casio PRW3000 Watch Solar, Atomic, Temp, Compass, Altimeter 64
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul Sunglasses and Case 80
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing Carried
Weight qty -
Ultralight hooded down jacket Uniqlo, super compressible. 266
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Faux-dini Windshirt XL Hi CFM for backpacking 74
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
M Old Navy Go-Warm 1/4 zip fleece hoodie Medium 270
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Performance Tights MEN AIRISM PERFORMANCE SUPPORT TIGHTS 146
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Chaos - CTR Summit Expedition Hat Wide brim sun hat 92
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Onsight Head net 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Buff
38
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Beanie/Balaclava
Thin fleece head warmer
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
LG Glacier Glove Sun Gloves Large 38
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
UniQlo Men's Airism T-shirt Large 88
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Spare socks and undies
1 each, same as above
122
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Rain Gear
Weight qty -
3F UL Rain Kilt 15D Silnylon with velcro fastening 71
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Decathlon Rain Mitts 30
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
Garmin Mini Inreach 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
LifeProof FRE Pixel Case Waterproof 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Apple earbuds 10
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Aukey USB C PD Charger 27W GaN PA-Y19 in purse 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-C Cable Pixel 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C to Micro USB adapter For charging inreach and headlamp 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Water
Weight qty -
CNOC Vecto 2l Bladder 76
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
1L Smart water bottle 38
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sport cap 4
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Misc
Weight qty -
LightLoad Towel towel 16
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Crystal lite DIY Glasses Case
26
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Repair Kit
26
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Sharpie 8
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Toiletries
Weight qty -
Toothbrush
18
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Toothpaste
8
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Floss
16
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Section Specific Stuff
Weight qty -
Head Gloves 78
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Kahtoola Microspikes 338
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Bearvault 500 1160
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Camp Corsa Ice Axe 202
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Camp Touring Leash for Ice Axe 50
g0- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen's Annapurna Pack
This page shows what was in Helen’s pack for the Annapurna Circuit treks. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see her travel load out here and her PCT load out here.
Annapurna Circuit - Helen
- Category Weight
-
Pack
0.73 kg
-
Sleep
0.93 kg
-
Clothing
1.96 kg
-
Electronics
0.41 kg
-
Water
0 kg
-
Misc
0.11 kg
Description
Used on a 202km, 16 day trek carrying all our own stuff. Annapurna Circuit trek. https://lighterpack.com/r/38tlzv.
-
-
Pack
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Northern Ultralight Sundown M 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 100g stays. 660
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Glad Trash Compactor Bag Bag liner and air bed pump 70
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Sleep
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Coccoon Silk TravelSheet Great for hot and cold climates. 180
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nunatuk Arc UL 10 Down quilt 750
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothing
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Salomon X Ultra 3 Light Trail Shoes 636
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ultralight hooded down jacket Uniqlo, super compressible. 266
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3F UL Rain Skirt 15D nylon silicon coating 70
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Packtowl Ultralite Towel XL Fast drying, super absorbent and light. 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool Ankle Toe Hiking Socks
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen Smartwool hike crew socks - sleeping Sleep Socks 86
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Phatagonia Fleece pullover Fake $6 medium weight fleece from KTM 236
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Fleece Hat
64
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Buff
38
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paradox Merino Wool Long sleeve pull over 180
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Water
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Misc
Weight qty -
Maui Jim's Sunglasses Polarized sunglasses in case 108
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Paul's Annapurna Pack
This page shows what was in Paul’s pack for the Annapurna Circuit treks. It is generated using lighterpack.com which is a great way to organize your packing lists for various activities. You can see his travel load out here and his PCT load out here.
Annapurna Circuit - Paul
- Category Weight
-
Sleep
1.59 kg
-
Clothes
3.02 kg
-
Electronics
0.85 kg
-
Water
0.12 kg
-
Misc
0.47 kg
Description
Used on a 202km, 16 day trek carrying all our own stuff. Annapurna Circuit trek. https://lighterpack.com/r/bjjjxs.
-
-
Sleep
Weight qty -
Northern Ultralight Sundown L 2 hip and 1 shoulder pockets. Removed the 110g stays. 690
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nunatak Arc UL 20 Down quilt 650
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Coccoon Silk TravelSheet Great for hot and cold climates. 180
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Glad Trash Compactor Bag Bag liner and air bed pump 70
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Clothes
Weight qty -
Salomon Trail shoes X-Ultra3 Light 730
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Dirty Girl Gaiters Sassy and stylish ultra-light trail-running and hiking gaiters 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen Smartwool hike crew socks - sleeping Sleep Socks 86
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool PhD Micro Toe Socks Merino/Nylon blend 26
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Mini socks 58% merino wool, 40% nylon, 2% spandex 52
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Boxer briefs Uniqlo Airism mesh low rise boxer briefs 36
g3- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Hiking Pants/shorts Quecha Forclaz 500 convertible hiking pants. 406
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Heattech Tights 114
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Packtowl Ultralite Towel XL Fast drying, super absorbent and light. 100
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Helen sleep shirt Uniqlo Airism Mesh Crew Neck 60
g2- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Phatagonia Fleece pullover Fake $6 medium weight fleece from KTM 236
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ultralight hooded down jacket Uniqlo, super compressible. 266
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Lightheart Gear Rain Jacket Silnylon 194
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
3F UL Rain Skirt 15D nylon silicon coating 70
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Uniqlo Heattech Undershirt 168
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Long Sleeved Shirt zip collar
Paradox merino wool blend
216
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Chaos - CTR Summit Expedition Hat Wide brim sun hat 92
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Electronics
Weight qty -
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Kikkerland UL03-A Universal plug adapter More than 150 countries, ultra compact 50
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Google pixel Smartphone Still going with 2 battery replacements 174
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AGPtek Portable Power Strip Travel Charger 1 Universal Plug + 5V 1A/2.1A 4 Port USB Ports with 5ft Cord, Input From 100v-240v Power Sockets 308
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
AUKEY 10000mAh Power Bank USB-C with Power Delivery and QC 3. Goes in pocket when flying. 200
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Nitecore NU25 Headlamp With UL headband 32
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C-C Cable Pixel 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Aukey USB C PD Charger 27W GaN PA-Y19 in purse 44
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
USB C to Micro USB adapter For charging inreach and headlamp 2
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Water
Weight qty -
Vapur Water Bottle Collapsible bottle, lightweight. 40
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Steripen Classic UV with neoprene case and 4 x AAs 82
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
-
-
Misc
Weight qty -
Pacsafe RFIDSAFE V150 Compact Organizer RFID blocking compact organiser. Personal item on flights. 125
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Folding Toothbrush
0
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Ohropax Classic Earplugs Tried tons and these are my faves by far! 36
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Dental Floss Harps
130
g1
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
Maui Jim's Sunglasses Polarized sunglasses in case 108
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
combination lock black 54
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-
5m - 2mm reflective cord for clothes drying line with small biener and spool 20
g1- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
-