For anyone wondering the actor wears a [dance belt](Body Wrappers Mens Full Seat Dance Belt M002 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2UTSTH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_OMWyzbB7CKZHP). More people should wear them under the spandex superhero costumes at cons.

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.

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.

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

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.

Found on Amazon

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

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.

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.

And here is a link for a similar skirt at Amazon:
Balera Dance Brief Ultra Sparkle with Attached Back Panel High-Low Skirt Black Child Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY32EA0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bIJHDbMMX1P8Q

Try searching words like “balera” or “back panel skirt” or “dance brief with attached skirt”

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

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

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!

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?

You're welcome! Yeah, the place I linked to for those bottles- they also sell a lot of other small bottles that are great for repackaging other stuff, as well as odds and ends that can save you weight in other places.

Yeah, those are the pants I was talking about. You can get them at Amazon too. I know the waist looks goofy in the pics but it's a normal waist you'd find on any other wind pants, it's just tailored to ride high so a lot of people double it over a few times so it's not around your belly button. It's lightweight material so I don't think it would be too bad with a waist belt but I'm beltless so I can't say for sure.

I use a small xlite too in addition to the thinlight. When the ground is pokey the thinlight can protect the xlite. When it's cold I put the thinlight on top and it helps boost the warmth of the xlite. Sometimes I use the thinlight under my feet.

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

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.

Dance pants on Amazon

Cheap and light plus they work well. If you don't like em then you're only out $15-20 rather than $100 for a name brand with essentially no weight difference. I have em, used em, love em. They're in my pack year round.

Tuck Everlasting! It's called a men's dance belt, if you'll pardon the expression. https://www.amazon.com/Body-Wrappers-Mens-Full-Dance/dp/B01M8FX6JC/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1502753466&sr=8-5&keywords=man%27s+dance+belt

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

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!

Thanks! I bought it on amazon ! ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I38ZFZ0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share )

Omg haha, I have had my eye on these for awhile but am finally ballsy enough to put it on my list for this contest lol...

Connie Cloris Women's Sexy Suit Body Chain (Silvery Color-A-Bra Chain -3) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QB7CXZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7sQADbKAKREKQ

And these to go underneath, DaLin 3 Sets of Body Jewels Rave Festival Rhinestone Face Body Jewelry Stick On Crystal Tattoo Nipple Chest Crystal Body Gem Stones Bindi Stickers (Collection 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CJXXYND/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VuQADb38N395S

And for extra fun to finish off the look, Belly Dance Hip Scarf Belt Outfit Wrap Costume with Coins Sequins Plus Size Dark Purple https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MRUCU7G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8VQADbCD54NMK

soooo sorry, idk how to make the links like you did, where it just shows a word rather than the huge long link...but yeah, these 3 items I would DIE for to be able to surprise my guy with lol, it'd either be super sexy or super hilarious, either way it's a win win!!!! Lol!!!

So ok, I have to pick team sequins, because it's a timeless sparkle and screams cheap but fun! I think my guy would love what I picked here, but hate? I'd say probly anyone stuck seeing me wearing it would hang their head in shame lmao...

The most ridiculous thing I've worn would most definitely have to be the electrical tape "outfit" I wore once to a rave...back in my thinner, younger days, i went to this rave thing with my late 1st husband, and we legit used black electrical tape...to make this strappy looking ordeal over my body...it was ridiculous, sexy as hell at a glance, but in the light, knowing it was 2 rolls of tape and some rhinestone stick-on stuff, it was pretty hilarious!

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!

I should clarify I ordered unitards, so like bodysuit w legs.A simple black one, and this Grey one want to try them out for running, but also as a fashion thing. We’ll see what they’re like when they arrive! They just seem SO COMFORTABLE. I love the idea of a unitard and then an elaborate jacket or accessories over it!

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.

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

Big fan of fringe pants for female latin leads

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.

Looks like Nike Dri-Fit Tech Running Tights.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9KKEEL/ref=twister_B07BQX383P

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.

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.

They were all important af


Diamond Edison Bulb,4W(40W incandescent equivalent) Energy Saving Bulb (Amber Glass), 2300K Warm Yellow,Not Dimmable, Suitable for Chandelier Wall Lamp Reading Lamp (Not Dimmable) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078PPWNZK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Bv7aBbM89A929


Acrylic Round Rod, Transparent Clear, Meets UL 94HB, 2" Diameter, 6" Length https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EVBJOLU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Bx7aBbJRATSHY

Commencer Womens Racer Back Stretch Bodysuit Leotard Vest Top BLACK-S/M https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GE4U9K6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5x7aBb4EAVZXT

Omicoo 2 Pack LED Flame Effect Fire Light Bulbs E26 E27 4 Modes With Upside Down Effect Simulated Decorative Light Atmosphere Lighting Vintage Flaming Lamp for Holiday Hotel / Bar / Party / Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791BWFCL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gz7aBbXXJ0F1C

SweatyRocks Women's Sleeveless Racerback Tank Top Workout Gym Sport Vest Tops (Small, Black#3) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078XR5FQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Qz7aBbM6R2M83

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

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.”