Wandering Washingtonian's

Gear List

Whether you are new to outdoor adventures or an expert, choosing the right gear can be difficult. Wandering Washingtonian has used and tested many pieces of equipment over the years, and here is a list of favorites.

Hopefully, this will make your selection process easier!

And enjoy your adventures!

Backpacking Gear Recommendations

Sleeping Bags

Nemo Disco 15 Sleeping Bag - Men's

Nemo Rave 15 Sleeping Bag - Women's

Sleeping Bag Liner

Sea to Summit Thermolite Reactor Extreme Liner

Sea to Summit Thermolite Reactor Compact Plus Sleeping Bag Liner

Sleeping Pad

Sea to Summit Comfort Light Insulated Sleeping Pad

Pillows

Cocoon Ultralight Air-Core Pillow

Tent

MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 Tent

Big Agnes Cooper Spur HV UL3

*Don't forget to get the tent footprint too!

Cooking System

Jetboil Flash Cooking System (We also have an MSR WindBurner Stove System - but have found to enjoy the Jetboil more.)

Water Filter

MSR MiniWorks EX Water Filter

Bear Bins

BearVault BV500 Food Container (We also have the Garcia Bear resistant container, however, we have enjoyed the larger opening and transparent nature of the BearVault.)

Headlamps

Petzl Tikka Headlamp

Backpacks

Osprey Ariel AG 65 Pack - Women's

Gregory Zulu 40 Pack - Men's

(You should be fitted with a backpack by an REI associate since every body is different, and you will want to ensure your pack fits correctly!)

Hygiene

Sea to Summit Pocket Shower

SOS

Garmin inReach Explorer+ 2-Way Satellite Communicator