Let's check it out! Advil for various aches and pains. TOOTHBRUSH & TOOTHPASTE - My teeth are usually cleaner than my hands. Return with the skills to lead in the outdoors and beyond. Wind River High Route is a 103.8 mile lightly trafficked point-to-point trail located near Dubois, Wyoming that features a lake and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. For additional relevant details, I can review the. I am considering a Gossamer Gear Kumo as the pack, a Katabatic Alsek as the quilt, and am deciding between a Z Packs Duplex, Big Agnes UL 2, and a Tarptent Double Rainbow. Make sure you gear up on durable hiking boots that are breathable and waterproof. Benadryl for itchy bites, swollen feet or good nights sleep. Call me crazy but a 30 degree quilt should  be plenty for this trip, although it could still get below freezing at night. Grand Canyon, Hermit Loop; The Sierra High Route; Thru-hike of Dixon/Wilson Southern Sierra High Route (100 mi) – 6/27-7/3/2016; Trans-Zion Trek (plus Angel’s Landing & The Narrows) Glacier National Park, North Circle Route; Wind River High Route (Skurka version) – Southern Half. My short size X-Lite has been with me since before the AT, and has survived a few patch jobs since then, but there’s some serious mold growing inside now which was the perfect excuse to replace it. REI • ZPacks • Hyperlite • Patagonia • Arc'teryx • RBTR • Drop • Backcountry • Feathered Friends • CampSaver • Gaia • … From ski touring, to backpacking in the mountains, even bikepacking in the desert in the spring, there’s always a time for a down sweater with a hood. This will be the first trip I really get to put the Deschutes Tarp to the test. A friend introduced me to this filter on a desert trip, and I bought one immediately afterward and haven’t looked back since. The Wind River High Route covers two 13,000-foot summits, nine mountain passes, and more than 65 miles of off-trail travel. The only problem I’ve ever had with it was as a result of some really disgusting algae-filled water in a cattle tank in Utah. The Odyssey Pros have a stiffer tread and midsole… and thru-hikers seem to get closer to 800 miles out of a pair. I’ve been running in the the Altra Superiors all summer, but I’m going to diverge from that because I haven’t been super happy with how the Altras do on really rocky terrain. I was skeptical about the non-metal sides, but the pot survived the whole trip without melting (even though I’m not the most careful of cooks). Thanks for following along. Can you handle the smell of the armpits by Day 6 in the same shirt? The Wind River High Route is measured at 97 miles, with 65 miles of off-trail travel and over 30,000 vertical feet of climbing. Kristian Blaich descending West Gully off Wind River Peak on the Wind River High Route. SLEEPING PAD -  Therm-a-rest NeoAir X-Lite Women’s (12oz), I upgraded! Close. We’ll see how I feel about it afterwards. We’ve included necessary information such as an overview of the route, the best time to visit, essential gear, and a lot more. After reaching the summit of 13,192-foot Wind River Peak—the southernmost 13,000-footer in the Winds—on our second morning, we tackled perhaps the most difficult and dangerous section of the Wind River High Route: the very steep and loose descent of West Gully (photo above). I have considered approaching publishers like Falcon Guides, … Here's my lighterpack link ( ). We're committed to innovation in life sciences, aerospace, and beyond. When it’s not raining, it’s a windproof fortress. Check out the backpacking gear that made the whole trip possible. I’ve got the Micro Vario Carbon Lady trekking poles, which have worked really well on technical terrain. Is a second shirt worth it, or is it just an extra six ounces? SHORTS - Since the AT in 2015, I’ve been repping the Patagonia Strider Shorts. Unlike Sierra high routes, after 56 miles of travel on the Wind River High Route (WRHR), I almost never dropped below 10,000 feet, there was never any glaring or obnoxious low-point. KNIFE - Mostly for blocks of cheese, and anything else that might need to be manhandled. They are by far my favorite hiking sock and Darn Tough will replace them once they wear out which is the most amazing thing ever when you beat the crap out of socks over and over. BRA - I’m sticking with the Patagonia Active Mesh Sports Bra again for this hike. E.g. Yes, you can do the Wind River High Route in trail runners. Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Hoodie Jacket. Posted by 1 year ago. You’ll be doing a lot of hiking on a trip like this. Like the Transcendent Hoodie, I take this shell with GORE-TEX Active fabric on almost every trip. BATTERY - I’ve got the GoalZero Flip 20 to get me an extra 2 phone charges. So the Wind River High Route is complete. That should get you started—now go tell your boss you need a week off in August or September and go do it. Can you handle the smell of the armpits by Day 6 in the same shirt? , you scrutinize everything. Small thing of CBD salve. FLOWFOLD WALLET - Just the essentials: license, credit cards and some cash. The specific Wind River high route we’ll hike is the Wilson/Dixon one, as that is, as far as I can tell from those who know these things, the very best Wind River High Route. It is best completed as an end-to-end thru-hike, but its eight recommended section-hikes are more approachable and convenient. If you camp a little ways from your water source, filling a GravityWorks filter bag plus a 4-liter Drom means you have two gallons to work with for dinner, breakfast, and drinking water for the next day. (* Full disclosure: SMD donated this tarp for purposes of an upcoming Gear Review). This entry was posted in WIND RIVER HIGH ROUTE 2016 on August 8, 2016 by nancyhikes. Shakedown. Archived. GORE-TEX, GTX, SURROUND, C-KNIT, PACLITE, OPTIFADE, CHEMPAK, CROSSTECH, PYRAD, PARALLON, GORE-SEAM, GORE WINDSTOPPER, GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY, and GORE and designs are trademarks of W. L. Gore & Associates. I plan on posting a gear list and review within the next week or two. I became a huge fan of this stove on this trip—it’s as reliable as the original WhisperLite, but with the option to use canister gas, and thusly the ability to adjust the flame. I recently did a full review of Enigma for The Trek, which you can find here. Here is a list of my base gear. ICE AXE? 8) Shoes: La Sportiva Synthesis Mid GORE-TEX SURROUND® Footwear Big surprise. I’m excited to get moving in this. When planning a weeklong backpacking trip, you scrutinize everything. Wind River High Route Gear List. But I’m ready to switch it up and try something new. On the short list of must-haves. BOWL - This will be my first time ever doing a complete trail by, um… cold soaking. The only problem I’ve ever had with it was as a result of some really disgusting algae-filled water in a cattle tank in Utah. When it’s not raining, it’s a windproof fortress. So I’m giving it a try. (11oz). I use a Black Diamond Raven, which weighs in at 12oz. Gear List; Photography; Trip Reports. It’s supportive enough, lightweight and low profile. I highlighted our route before we headed out and used the Gaia GPS app for my iPhone as backup. FILTRATION - The most reliable filtration method I’ve ever used is the Sawyer Squeeze. Explore Wyoming's majestic Wind River Range, home to the first NOLS courses. Joined Jan 18, 2018 Messages 2. Wind River High Route Gear Shakedown. User account menu. We went light on everything as we, 1) Maps: Earthwalk Press North Wind River Range. The Ferrosi is a more favorable layering prospect with added durability. I highlighted our route before we headed out and used the Gaia GPS app for my iPhone as backup. TRACTION: For at least some of this route, I’ll probably need Kathoola Microspikes to avoid death on some of the snowy passes & glacier traverses (not really but these short legs can be painfully slow on snowy passes). Maybe you have seen Alan Dixons website, but if not you might like it Adventure Alan Wind River High Route – A Guide it includes a gear recommendation section including cook set. Hence the Talenti Jar. Jan 18, 2018 #1 Hi, Some friends and I are planning a traverse of the Wind River High Route this summer. I’m a huge fan of the Dromedary—it’s a big, tough bag that holds your water and shrinks as you use water (something your water bottles don’t do). With the long-ass food carry and need for better nutrition (we’re talking a stupid amount of elevation change here), I’m putting aside my tortillas and cheese for some yummy meals I dehydrated beforehand since now I’m now a house-renter rather than complete hiking dirtbag. 2”: New Balance. Self-publish as a Digital Download. Stay tuned. Gear. The Winds are home to exquisite alpine meadows and valleys that explode with wildflowers under amazing blue skies, and sunsets glow with the light found only in high places. Since I have a big girl job now, I bought myself a few new pairs this spring to replace the shredding ones so these are FRESH. Head Out to the High Route That should get you started—now go tell your boss you need a week off in August or September and go do it. Warning !!! The Wind River Mountains form the backbone of the Continental Divide and are made mostly of granite that has been shaped and sculpted over time by glaciers and weather. The High Route through the Wind River Range is largely off-trail, is requires much scrambling. Failure: A Humble Reminder of Our Humanity, Small Steps Towards a Sustainable Lifestyle, “SIX STORIES OF GORE-TEX PRODUCTS VOL. 3) Stove: MSR WhisperLite Universal Backpacking Stove I became a huge fan of this stove on this trip—it’s as reliable as the original WhisperLite, but with the option to use canister gas, and thusly the ability to adjust the flame. JACKET - With exposed ridgelines and unforgiving scrambles, I think the Outdoor Research Hooded Ferrosi should be a solid replacement for my lighter, but much less breathable and not-at-all-warm GoLite Windbreaker. My only critique is that these poles at their lowest setting are just barely the correct height for my 5ft frame, so I wish there was a little more adjustability so I could shorten them for steep climbs. 5. Is a second shirt worth it, or is it just an extra six ounces? Maybe I’ve gotten soft the more I hike, but I’m looking forward, SIT PAD - 3 Folds Thermarest Z-lite (3oz). Post navigation TREKKING POLES - Last summer I switched back to Leki poles after using BDs for a while. SOCKS - Two extra pairs of Darn Tough Micro Crews. Having used other ultralight packs that simply did not have the support for more than 20 to 25 pounds, I entered this experiment with healthy skepticism. Everything adds ounces, so if what you’re packing isn’t absolutely mandatory, it has to go. For carbon poles, I’m surprised how strong they are given the weight. Wind River High Route Gear List!!! I’ve watched cows shit into the water I’m drinking and never gotten sick using this. I highlighted our route before we headed out and used the Gaia GPS app for my iPhone as backup. Sign up to learn about new products, upcoming events, and other news from the GORE-TEX brand. The latest on GORE-TEX products, events, and experiences. Home › Forums › Gear Forums › Gear Lists › Wind River High Route (Gear List) Viewing 6 posts - 1 through 6 (of 6 total) Forums are supported by our merchant partners . I try to keep one clean pair for sleeping in but that usually goes to shit. 8) Shoes: La Sportiva Synthesis Mid GORE-TEX SURROUND® Footwear, Big surprise. Gear Hiking Map Wind River Range High Route. Since I bought mine in 2014, Therm-a-Rest has come out with a Women’s version that has a slightly higher R-value (3.9 vs 3.2), added length (66 vs 47 inches) and is only 4oz heavier than the Small. SHOES - Switching to the Salomon Odyssey Pros for this hike. August 10, 2019. Wind River High Route Gear Shakedown. List of Hiking Essentials for The Wind River High Route 1) Maps: Earthwalk Press North Wind River Range Hiking Map and Guide and Earthwalk Press South Wind River Range Hiking Map and Guide These are the paper maps I used on the Wind River Range. This post will serve as a detailed guide for anyone who’s planning to explore the Wind River High Route. Usually every evening after the sun goes down. It’s nice and light, easy to set up and super roomy on space for me and Luna both. My girlfriend, myself and a friend will be attempting Skurka's route beginning late next week. Over several trips, I’ve never seen mine get completely clogged by silt—you just backflush it to clear the filter, a 3-second process. SLEEP CLOTHES - I’ve got Smartwool 150 Baselayer Top and Patagonia Capilene Midweight Bottoms. From ski touring, to backpacking in the mountains, even bikepacking in the desert in the spring, there’s always a time for a down sweater with a hood. 5) Water transportation: MSR Dromedary Bag - 4 liter I’m a huge fan of the Dromedary—it’s a big, tough bag that holds your water and shrinks as you use water (something your water bottles don’t do). I understand that I can unsubscribe from these communications at any time. Lots of boulder fields to traverse, lots of climbing. I’m thinking I’ll have my Marmot PreCip packed in the car so I can make a game time decision based on the forecast, whether I’ll need something that is more substantial for wet weather. It lives in a small Osprey Ultralight Camera Case. They’re super light (14oz) and break down quickly into 3 parts, which is cool so I can use them trail running too. Hay Pass. SHELTER - Six Moon Designs Deschutes Tarp (16oz with stakes & groundsheet). Extreme protection for firefighters, police, and other professionals. When GGG ambassador Pierce Fitzpatrick started High Route Gear we were incredibly stoked to support and follow his progress. might require some proper snow skills in a high snow year. Going over some of the passes here was similar to a class 2/3 summit of a Colorado 14er, climbing wise. All information contained in this website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Also doubles as Luna’s bed. Wind River High Route. We’re heading out to the Wind River Range for a figure-8 traverse of the High Routes, putting together a combination of Andrew Skurka’s 100-mile route, and Advanture Alan’s 70-mile route. HAT - One of The Trek’s sexy numbers ofcourse. “Don and I both knew that it was possible to do a great high route in the Wind River Range,” Alan wrote me in an email. Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 Windrider ... s Wind River Range, and more recently used it for a seven-day, 96-mile (two-thirds off-trail) traverse of the rugged Wind River High Route. Last summer I had a pair of Lone Peaks that’s tread was shot after 200 miles in the Whites. Thread starter DadtheDude; Start date Jan 18, 2018; D. DadtheDude New Member. Gear for the Wind River High Route Revised 2016: Below is a comprehensive list of Gear for the WRHR. 2) Pots: Sea to Summit X-Pot 5-Piece Cookset. Sierra High Route, Wind River High Route, Pyrenees High Route). In case it’s mosquito hell out there, I’ll also have my Nemo Hornet 2 in the car if I want to change it up after the first half of our loop. (* Full disclosure: NUL donated this pack for purposes of an upcoming Gear Review). CAMERA - The Winds are epic so I know I’ll want a proper point & shoot for this trip. 7) Waterproof shell: Outdoor Research Axiom Jacket Like the Transcendent Hoodie, I take this shell with GORE-TEX Active fabric on almost every trip. (* Full disclosure: OR donated this shirt for purposes of an upcoming Gear Review). *Not pictured: all the maps to get me through this*, Gear Review: Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt. We are hoping to keep the trip at around 60 miles. In 2013, Alan Dixon and Don Wilson envisioned the “Wind River High Route,” a cross-country trek traversing the range and connecting all three of those areas, as well as less-famous, equally striking scenery in between. 2) Pots: Sea to Summit X-Pot 5-Piece Cookset We took this cookset but ditched one of the bowls and one of the cups to save weight. You’ll be doing a lot of hiking on a trip like this. It is super stable, and I love the attachment to flip the fuel canister to maximize the flow of fuel to the stove. And yes, you read that right… I’m not bringing a puffy…because I think my Patagonia Nano got lost during my recent move from Maine to California and the other one I’ve got is definitely overkill for this trip. (* Full disclosure: OR donated this jacket for purposes of an upcoming Gear Review). Keep reading to know everything about the Wind River High Route. Questions on Wind River High Route. Effie Drew. QUILT - Enlightened Equipment Enigma 30 (13oz). We’ll see how she goes… but overall I like this quilt in mild temps and at 5ft tall, it’s nice not to carry around the extra weight and space of a regular-sized quilt or bag with the custom dimensions of the Enigma. Usually every evening after the sun goes down. Up until now, I’ve only used during PCT section-hikes in SoCal with is pretty gentle outside of windy nights. Shoes. With the new light weight backpacking gear, it’s no longer necessary to freeze at night. We went light on everything as we hiked through the Wind River High Route in Wyoming (even food, sadly), and still had packs that felt way too heavy by the end of  Day 1. 6) Puffy jacket: Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Hoodie Jacket I can’t remember the last time I took a trip without this. Statements made are not evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any conditions. I strongly recommend getting as much info as you can about current snow conditions in the Winds before you head out to do the high route. Brendan Leonard recently tackled Wyoming's Wind River High Route with his girlfriend. But not for the weight savings. If you camp a little ways from your water source, filling a GravityWorks filter bag plus a 4-liter Drom means you have two gallons to work with for dinner, breakfast, and drinking water for the next day. List of Hiking Essentials for The Wind River High Route 1) Maps: Earthwalk Press North Wind River Range Hiking Map and Guide and Earthwalk Press South Wind River Range Hiking Map and Guide These are the paper maps I used on the Wind River Range. My pack was 27 pounds with food, a small camera ( Sony a6000 kit 1.8 pounds ), a SPOT (now I would take the far better inReach SE 6.9 oz ), and an Iridium 9555 SatPhone 9.7 oz . FIRST AID - I only carry a few items here. I wore an Exofficio sunshirt that lasted through the PCT & CDT, but I really like the stretch material of this OR one, so I’m excited to see how it compares. Make sure you. It is super stable, and I love the attachment to flip the fuel canister to maximize the flow of fuel to the stove. For an overview of the route, make sure to… I’ve been a diehard for my HMG Southwest, which I’ve showed 4 years of hiking love. © Copyright 2021 W. L. Gore & Associates GmbH. Over several trips, I’ve never seen mine get completely clogged by silt—you just backflush it to clear the filter, a 3-second process. The transition to the Sundown should be fairly smooth, it still has removable aluminum stays, but comes in a bit lighter. But if you frequently use the outer shelter and inner-nest together, you might consider other options. Nothing new here. You can also drive a spike with a tack hammer. I’ve got a Cannon Powershot G7 an extra battery. I’m REALLY picky about bottoms and these are literally the only ones I’ve found to be comfortable enough for long hikes and runs.

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