Titanium Pot - 28 oz savings ($35)

Drop The mug, just use your pot - 4 oz savings (free)

Trowel instead of shovel - 16 oz savings ($20)

Drop the solar panel (doesn't really work well on the move) - 10-ish savings (free)

Sawyer Squeeze instead of Katadyn - 8 oz savings ($30)

Dance Pants instead of packed pants - 14 oz saved ($18) although you probably dont need these since you're wearing zip off pants

I would add a puffy to your clothing, it will get pretty cold - 10 oz gained (can be found on sale for $40)

Leave the extra shirts at home - 12 oz saved (free)

Just bring one extra payer of underwear and socks - 6 oz saved (free)

Leave campshoes at home - 23 oz saved (free)

I really don't know what the survival kit contains, but it can probably be paired down or eliminated

Don't know what the carabiners are for if you're hanging stuff outside your pack you're bringing too much - 4 oz saved (free)

Don't know what the tarp is for the sierras, you already have a tent

125 oz saved or almost 8 pounds. Coming in at a cost around $150.

I would start here and then look at replacing your bigger items. The easiest one to save the most weight would be your pack.

Hope this helps!

Get these instead: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-Ripstop-Pants-701/dp/B0002UR7SQ

Sizing chart here: https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/style_701.html

~3 oz, <$20, relaxed fit to layer over tights, dries super quick.

Wind pants > rain pants for most 3-season conditions because the heat generated by your legs hiking needs to vent somewhere, otherwise you're going to sweat & wet out anyways. Plus getting wet on your legs doesn't matter as much as your body core for warmth.

Hopefully someone can chime in but there are a pair of dancing pants thats are highly rated for the price. I'll see if I can find them.

EDIT: Looks like they are body wrappers. Some reviews on BPL.

Rip-Stop Pant,701BLKL,Black,Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UR7PY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EUEJzbATDTAMH

Tent: Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo

You and I are the same build, this is a very inexpensive, light, one pole setup and roomy tent, you + gear no problem, if bought off of backcountry.com during their 20% off sale it’s like $170-180

Wind pants:

These!

$20, 3.5 oz, you’ll want the medium

Trekking Poles: Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Cork, $45 shipped on amazon

Torso warmth: Walmart> Climate right Cuddlduds fleece set $20 plus a down jacket from Uniqlo.

Pack is super personal, but anything from a 2016 Osprey Exos/ Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor/ ULA pack to a fancier Superior Wilderness Designs Long Haul 40 (definitely recommend based off of reviews here) or HMG (heard mixed things) will do the job.


These are amazing budget options, if you want to upgrade from here feel free but this stuff will handle the JMT no problem.

Found on Amazon

Ultralight and inexpensive wind pants

Body Wrappers Ripstop Pants (Black, Medium) - 701 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UR7RC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lJpMDbPDZ6J2B


I bought these to wear commuting to an early AM February fun run. Had to wait in the corral for an hour+. These were great. Zero cold breeze got into my personal space. Not that breathable. I took them off to put in my running pack. They weigh about 3 ounces.

Also wore these during a snowy winter road trip over long johns. They were comfy walking around outside at ferry terminal.

I don't know what high intensity activity would feel like in them. But great for getting to and from your desired route.

For wind pants, Body Wrapper dance pants are a great budget option.

Montbell Dynamo pants are a bit nicer, as they have zippers on the ankles to take them on and off without having to take your shoes off.

These are great for the price, they might be 3 oz. in small (my XL are 3.4 oz IIRC)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UR7SQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

Could you post a link to what you're talking about?

Edit: Is this it?

Found it; it's a one piece camisole.

Women and Girls Nude Seamless Camisole Undergarment Leotard with Transition Straps(Adult L/XL) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3NJ37F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VTT0CbYPTW4AQ

I am in the process of trying different combos out. I got hiking pants that i can wear as 'kakhis' at work so as dual purpose was worth the investment as lunch hikes are more enjoyable. but they weigh A POUND! would never bring on a long multi night hike, instead shorts, tights, and wind pants [and for winter/snow I add M65 pants and fleece pants]. here is a pair from sidebar for $20 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UR7PY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

Here's the dancer pants. Mags on Whiteblaze plugged these. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UR7PY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_g0yXxbB580YSE

these guys . They're wind pants, cut down on the cooling you get from wind, trap a little heat on your legs. Mildly water resistant.

Here's a list of all the home workout equipment I've purchased on Amazon :)


Stretch Bands for Dancers and... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078H3KQ5W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Elite Sportz Exercise Sliders are... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OYRW4UE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Fit Simplify Resistance Loop... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Mini Exercise Ball - 9 Inch Small... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010TJC4GY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Yes4All Agility Ladder – Speed... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B8LEB28?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

A stretch band, sliders, mini bands, a pilates ball, and an agility ladder. I also have cute workout clothes, a bluetooth speaker, a mat, pilates socks, handstand canes, yoga blocks, handstand blocks, a yoga wheel, a pullup bar, a headstand bench, a kettlebell (r/kettlebell for recommendations), 5 and 10lbs dumbbells, long/stretchy bands like therabands, a bosu ball, a jump rope, boxing gloves, focus mitts, a stopwatch, a swiss ball, and a pullup band.

Also not included are the kegel balls I bought on Amazon but I didn't know if you were counting pelvic floor workout equipment lol. Wow I think my house is actually a gym lmao. I'm actually a personal trainer lol.

Link. Medium or large depending on how you're built. I've been eyeing these myself for when my current pants finally die.

Not a thru hiker. But I'm also a female. I love my wind pants from amazon. I wear a medium and they are 95g. Not as light as other options but affordable.

Instead of wipes, you could mail yourself some compressed towels. I have some from daiso that are individually packaged like little candies. But there's also some on amazon. Definitely useful for that time of the month!

Also a PCT 2020 hopeful!

itac for superior grip!! I get sweaty palms too esp when I'm nervous or scared of trying new tricks (I hate going upside down ironically lol). You will find that adrenaline is one hell of a drug, and muscle memory will likely kick in so you can get through it! Even if you "mess up", anyone in the audience who is not in the pole world may not even be able to tell! I get soooo incredibly nervous even after performing several showcases, an event in this club in front of like 1000+ people, and even competing but I still love it so much! It's an incredible feeling, even if I slip up! There's so much support from all the other studio members and instructors, and the audience is just blown away even by the simplest things. I love showcases :).

The day of your showcase, do not overwork your body by training too hard but instead try to stretch. Practice breathing - slowly in through the nose, out through pursed lips. Shake your hands/arms to work out some of that nervous energy. Don't forget to eat some, even if your nervous. Your body will need fuel. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Maybe even take a swig of some champagne or a shot of vodka before, but only if it won't make things worse lol. Don't forget to breaaaaaaaaathe during your routine, and take note of timing while you're on stage. It's pretty common (for me and several others at least) to go much faster during the actual performance than you have trained time and time again. Hand your phone to someone who can record you in the audience (tip - turn your phone on airplane mode for this).

Congrats on your first showcase and please check back in to report how it went!

I'm a fan of the ripstop nylon pants that dancing supply stores sell, like the ones at the link below. They're $15-20 for ~3.5 oz pants without any bells or whistles. Pmags did a great write up here: http://www.pmags.com/gear-review-discount-dance-supply-rip-stop-pants.


https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-701-Ripstop-Pants/dp/B004BFGEA0

Baby powder is the poor man/womans choice. There's actually something out there specifically for this type of situation though...I've seen people bring it do certain dance clubs. Possibly this.

Edit: Oh...and a small tip....a little bit of either stuff is waaay more than enough.

https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-Ripstop-Pants-Black/dp/B0002UR7SQ/ref=sxin_1_sxwds-bia-wc1_0

Size reference - I'm 5'9" 140lb (women's pant size 4), the small fits great and the x-small would have easily worked too

As someone who has gone to 2 classes and just got a personal pole yesterday, everyone here is right. Just in a day of being able to work at my pace without the clock running down paid time, I felt SO much more improvement. You can figure things out. I videoed some of my spins too which is a great way to nit pick those bad habits out of practice. This is the pole I have too. I sent a link to my instructor, and she said it was the same one they have in studio. I love it thus far. I don't think it's quite 45mm, but no real complaint there.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IPK7AU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Dance Suede and leather soles are both much thicker but that sheet may do the job.

Another option is that these products already exist.

People here often recommend these dance pants. But I have no personal experience with them.

Body Wrappers Ripstop Pants (Black, Medium) - 701 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UR7RC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wrDQDbKRSSJHN

I was looking for some dance pants as a (cheaper) replacement for wind pants, but I can't really find any that are available in Europe. Does anyone know of any brands/websites etc. available outside the US?

For reference, I think these https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-701-Ripstop-Pants/dp/B004BFGEA0 have been recommended here.

Sure.

BeFree is great. Nitecore Thumb is on my wishlist. You could get a 4" phone cable, Dance pants, Toothpaste Tablets, Ursack.

I don't know of any 59" trekking poles. Maybe one of those extenders?

I am very interested in hearing what people consider warmest/lightest leg insulator. I hike in shorts and then sleep/chill at camp in pants. Right now I wear lightweight under armor tights (5.8oz) and prana zion pants (14.4oz) and I'm generally not warm enough sleeping sub 40*. I wanna trade that out for a windpant/leg insulator combo that will increase comfort and decrease weight. obviously ill shed the wind pant when I go to bed. Fleece pants? Thermal weight baselayer? My girlfriend's generic everyday leggings seem thicker than any men's baselayer...borrow and tuck? I'm a little apprehensive about down pants cause I might wear this layer under the windpant in rain. Can someone recommend a specific product that's super warm?

I didn’t find them baggy. I think the sizing came out pretty good. I do have another layer underneath at times.

I would say shoot for the large (it’s sized in woman’s)

I actually ordered both and tried on the XL first and just sent back the large and got my money back. Free returns


Body Wrappers Ripstop Pants... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UR7TA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

There’s actually a fair amount of “backpacking” “wind pants” reviews on the item

Either the Diva Cup or the stripper pole.

I'm a weird lady.

My daughter does the same thing and wears the same size. We buy Gerber 4T onesies and cheap overalls and we just bought a bunch of biketards. All of them can be bought on amazon (links below). This will make changing the diaper more difficult, but at least your kiddo won’t be able to get into the diaper. I also find that the biketard snugness helps my daughter behave better in general.

Onesies: Gerber Baby 4 Pack Onesies, White, 4T https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BPG22TO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hNm8AbEPVK71G

Overalls: The Children's Place Baby Girls Shortalls, Olliewash 5987, 5T https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0748M258T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NPm8Ab9CESZKC

Biketards: Gymnastics Leotards for Girls Mermaid Print Costume for Halloween Blue ,Shiny Mermaid,110(4-5Y) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076P52L1Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qQm8Ab367WK8A

We also bought some therapy compression shorts and pants, but you should always be sure to check with an Occupational Therapist before using true compression or weighted gear for your child. We bought ours through Kozie: https://www.kozieclothes.com/unisex-compression-shorts

Good luck! Know that you aren’t alone!

Amazon. This one: http://www.amazon.com/Portable-Fitness-Exercise-Stripper-Spinning/dp/B005IPK7AU

I mean I really deliberated on getting this because it's not XPole but all the positive reviews along with the price convinced me.

Keep in mind that this off brand one doesn't come with a bag and it's also not bottom loading. I had 8" popcorn ceilings in my old place and it wasn't a hassle necessarily, but you do need a ladder or step stool or something. You would need one anyway to find the joists in your ceiling. Other than that I really can't tell the deference between mine and the official XPole ones my studio has.

Though Amazon does sell official XPoles as well, which I think I will be upgrading to soon. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003HA9N7Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1422003687&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=41tPdqmi6FL&ref=plSrch

A different perspective: if you like wearing shorts but you also need protection for your legs, there are good options for individual problems:

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SUN:

If you are just worried about sun protection, get some cheep cotton pajamas, bar non the best, most comfortable sun protection. Just dont expect these to provide warmth or dry fast. Also slow drying cotton is great for getting wet at a water source to keep you cool for you next miles.

Sun Protection in the Desert: https://www.amazon.com/CYZ-Womens-Cotton-Pajama-Pants-VoileSilverStripe-L/dp/B076F8TMRD/ref=sr_1_15?dchild=1&keywords=pajama+bottoms+cotton&psc=1&qid=1571767226&sr=8-15 $12.00

WIND:

https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-Ripstop-Pants-Black/dp/B0002UR7SQ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=dance+pants+nylon&psc=1&qid=1571767509&sr=8-1 $18.00

Enlightened Equipment and Montbell make good ones too.

COLD:

Leggings/tights/long underwear. Pretty self explanatory, many many brands available.

https://www.amazon.com/Cuddl-Duds-ClimateRight-Underwear-Leggings/dp/B077T671HN $25.00

If your worried about scratchies / are doing a decent amount of bushwacking then your going to want some hiking pants like the author listed.

https://www.amazon.com/Yaheetech-Professional-Spinning-Portable-Removable/dp/B07CXTLMSJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=pole&qid=1568865719&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Wow I... don't have anything under $1.21 including shipping :( Well, I do, but it was already bought for me! So.... I'm not going to add anything, that feels like cheating someone out of something. So, the only cheap thingie I have is an mp3. Harry Potter was my childhood. I grew up reading the books and watching the movies... growing up alongside the characters was a pretty magical experience. John Williams has written for many of my favorite films and he made Harry Potter that much more incredible.

I also would like a gift card, as I'm saving up for this! Don't laugh. Pole dancing is the only exercise other than yoga that I like and I love how I feel when I do it. It'd be awesome to not have to do it in front of others because that often keeps me from going... as does how pricey classes are. This pole costs the same as SIX classes. Seven with shipping. A little ridiculous, yeah? But yeah, I want the pole so I can do it at home and get even more fit and maybe boost my self-esteem and body image :)

I really love this skull themed tank top which had a goth/punk graphics and the back appears to be lacy skulls!

Or this sexy, lacy, irregular hemmed tank top!

And I know you want goth, but who can resist a doctor who themed dress?!

Or these shiny bootie shorts!

Knock knock?

Who's there?

Boo.

Boo who?

Awwr stop crying, here's a tissue!

Those are really popular. I use these as a more budget friendly option. They weigh in at 3.5 oz.

For sweaty palms/other body parts, try: Dry Hands, Girlie Grip, PD9, liquid chalk.

For dry skin, try: iTac (might ruin brass poles if not cleaned properly), Dew Point Pole, shaving foam (don't leave it on your palm though. Either apply with the backs of your hands or wash your hands after application).

Ok, for some reason I thought you had the equivalent of stripper poles set up with wires going between them. I guess it was the camera perspective.

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Now that I think of it, a pair of these would probably work pretty well and give you a wider range of possible movements. Though they wont move in response to your strikes.

Oh well, [I guess I fucked up then. ](http://www.MegaBrand.com/ Portable Fitness Exercise Stripper Spinning Dancing Pole, 9.3-Feet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4EJVCbWD8JEDP) I'm sure that part of it is bad installation, but I'm willing to risk my personal health and possibly an embarrassing trip to the ER for this.

That's interesting, I thought about going to a class but I'm fairly embarrassed and not sure if I would want to do a bunch of them.

Yaheetech Professional Spinning Dancing Pole Portable Removable 45mm Dance Pole Kit for Exercise Club Party Pub Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CXTLMSJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A9gwDbYH6YD03 not too much which is nice.

FlexTek Shorts Womens Bottoms For Dance With Mid Rise Wide Waistband Girls Booty Shorts Eggplant Child Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079TXBBZ5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CtDkDb7XYFW73

These shorts are awesome, I have them in black and eggplant!

Maybe something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/Dance-Floor-Powdered-Wax-Pack/dp/B002LQ0QSC

Not sure how marley would react, though.

I picked up these: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UR7PY/

One last question --I saw this on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/X-Dance-Portable-Fitness-Exercise-Spinning/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1427842164&sr=8-4&keywords=xpole
I actually think I've heard a little bit about x-dance and their pole quality, but I was wondering if this would be a good alternate considering that it's much cheaper than xpole.

We used this (it is a big elastic band that you use to stretch and point your foot against, along with some crazier stretches that the amazon model apparently had to do to sell the thing): https://www.amazon.com/SUPERIORBAND-Ballet-Stretch-Gymnastics-Training/dp/B00J1QXDQ2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1465793975&sr=8-5&keywords=feet+stretcher

I will probably get grief for this but when I started I got this one, since I couldnt afford an x pole:Pole


It worked perfectly for 2 years and I still have it I just upgraded to an xstage lite so I could go outside and bring it places. Ive known many who used the brand and its pretty close to an x pole in sturdiness from my experience.

What do you have already and what do you plan on buying?

When do you plan on starting? High/Low temps do you expect?

Some of this is repetitive, sorry. Also just my opinions, so use what's helpful, leave what's not.

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It's much easier to see your gear if you make a Lighter Pack

If you can/haven't already bought, I would suggest a lighter weight sleeping bag or quilt. You can get a used bag or quilt in the 100-200 range. Sometimes even less if someone is starting out with MYOG (make your own gear). r/ULgeartrade and r/GearTrade as well as facebook gear trade groups are good places to look.

A better/warmer sleeping bag can also help you avoid needing the liner (for warmth at least).

I would take the 2 smart waters and leave the bladder.

I prefer wind pants to rain pants, particularly these Dance Pants

Knife and scissors generally do the same job, scissors are easier to use and the blade can be used like a knife.

I used the amazon pair so often discussed here. I'm 6'2" with a 33" and the M fits me well. My friend is about the exact same size as me and the XL fits him well too so I don't think there's too much sizing difference. I'd go with an L or XL if I were you.

Portable Fitness Exercise Exotic Stripper Strip Spinning Pole Dance Dancing NEW https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_4irqub0AV722Y

This is what I bought. I'm definitely going to take this advice into consideration! The reviews on it were great and that's why I went that route instead of buying the xpole.

Hello! We just launched a new dance board (made in the USA!) that improves upon what the turnboard offers.

The Turning Pointe can be used on carpet but the most exciting feature is that there is a relevé platform! This board is for dancers of all levels and really aids in getting you all the way to your pirouette goals. Also unique to the Turning Pointe is that it has a borderless design so it won't dig into your feet and it is make of completely solid, eco-friendly material making it the most durable board on the market!

You can learn more here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072KJLV6K

If you are interested in purchasing it, I will send you a 50% off code. Just email me at [email protected] !

// , This sounds like the most flexible solution, although I do eventually want to buy a dance shoe.


I've found suede stick-ons on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/YAVOUN-Friction-reducing-Self-Adhesive-High-Heeled-Protector/dp/B07G116VL2/

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I've considered adding these to something like the Merrell Vapor Glove or the vivobarefoot.com shoes mentioned above.

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Vibram soles are pretty good for adhering, but I'm willing to keep a few spare pads of suede just in case.

Check out dance stores or amazon (Unisex Scoop Neck Footless Lycra Spandex Long Sleeve Unitard (XX-Large, White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077VS44V6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7WBQDbSPXHJDQ)

Google “white unitard.”

1.the outfit

2.the shoes

3. army of me

sail

sweater weather

4.Lolita

6. oh! its so hard to choose between this

and this
i've always wanted to learn how to pole dance

My husband (fiancé) would absolutely love this stripper pole because, duh, who wouldn't? So in honor of my husband I will shake my bootay all over the house.

I'm a pretty good gifter, and for my Fiancés last birthday we got him a beer basket, with lots of treats and this old gamecube game he wanted. Home brew kits are rising in popularity. But neither of us drink anymore, so I didn't get to give him one. And cool ass cuff links! Maybe your bunny would like those.

If they each donate 20$ you can set up two of those cheap made in china poles.

http://www.amazon.com/Portable-Fitness-Exercise-Stripper-Spinning/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382679888&sr=8-1&keywords=pole+dance+pole

I have one that I got for $95 on ebay, and yeah they aren't perfect, they aren't an x-pole(in fact mine was labeled as a d-pole), but a beginner probably wouldn't know the difference anyways. It would make a huge difference to have a ~4:1 ratio instead of 11:1 if you think that you could finagle the funds.

If you are wondering my only negatives are that chrome would not be my first choice for finish and the finish came somewhat scuffed, but otherwise it's functionally the same as any other pole.