 This is everything I am bringing on the GR20 (except for boots) Multi-day trekkers carry all their worldly possessions on their backs so it is not surprising that one of the most common topics of conversation is pack weight. Ultra-light backpacking is very much in vogue these days, fuelled by thru-hikers from the US on long-distance trails like the Pacific Crest Trail. The gear manufacturers are riding this trend by making some incredible kit that makes it easier and easier for us to carry less weight. Less weight means less strain on the body and this enables us to travel further and faster. These days, on hut to hut treks (where no camping equipment is required), I can achieve a pack weight of around 5kg (excluding water). For camping treks, I now carry 7kg (excluding food and water): and that is without having to get rid of some luxuries. I am starting the Corsica GR20 this week and will be camping all the way. I thought some of you would like to see what I will carry so I made this video.......
8 Comments
10/6/2019 14:04:31
Very interesting,must check my pack.
Andrew McCluggage
10/6/2019 19:43:35
Six Moons Tyvek Footprint. The down jacket is made by Rab
Nadja
12/6/2019 20:52:12
Don't forget a battery pack. There are not many places where you can recharge!
Andy M
15/6/2019 20:35:15
Some really interesting ideas. Think I’m going to swap my heavy footprint for the tyvec but wondering how you anchor it down (or not!)? Love the look of that Thermarest sleeping bag as my Rab neutrino spits feathers like nobodies business and weighs in at about 830 grams.
Andrew Mccluggage
16/6/2019 02:52:12
You don’t anchor the Tyvek down. Just put the tent on top and anchor it down.
Ian P
17/6/2019 12:58:25
Andy,
Karin
8/2/2020 06:27:55
Did you hike the Gr20 in June? I’m about to go for the trail from 6 June this year. I wonder if you used the crampons? Is it necessary to bring them?
Andrew McCluggage
8/2/2020 19:57:52
Last year was a heavy snow year. So in the first week of June many were using crampons. I started a week later and did not need them. Really it depends on the year. You won't know until a few weeks beforehand. A Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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