[at-l] My Packlist for AT Starting Jan

[icw39@ncfreedom.net (Clark)]

I had a headlamp, and nothing else - worked just fine . . . if you
really must have a backup, add one of the keyring mini led lights . .

p.s.  my luxury item suggestion would be to take a decent thermometer
[something a notch better than one of those zipper pull models]

thru-thinker

Snodrog5@aol.com wrote:

>>Add sunglasses, a flashlight, a small radio (Jan. nights are long, and
>>weather reports are nice), a lexan cup, two bandanas, a few large extra
>>ziplocks for things like wet socks and trash, an extra garbage bag, and
>>some floss.
>>
>
> I have a headlamp and two LEDs I hope that is enough.  That's what I forgot,
> a radio.  Just came in the mail last night so I will weigh it and add it.
> What all do you use the cup for?  I have never used one on the trail.  I
> agree with the ziplocs and garbage bag.  I will add them tonight.  I have
> floss in my ditty bag but it looks like I forgot to write that in.  Thanks
>
> Why do you take a headlamp AND a flashlight, are
> both neccessary?  Just a question. :)
>
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> Lexan cup: So you can drink something hot while cooking, and as an
> alternative to drinking straight from your pot and burning your lips. The
> bandanas are pot holders, too, btw.
> Headlamp & flashlight: <g> not neccessary, personal choice. The flashlight
> illuminates something without having to look right it, it's a backup
> just-in-case, and at worse it's a holder for 2 spare batteries.
> TJ
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