Here’s a list of gear I’ll be taking on the Lost Coast Bike/Packraft trip from Yakutat to Juneau, Alaska. The key to packing for any backcountry trip, is bringing only what’s necessary with little excess. Each piece of equipment must be utilitarian, and if possible, multi-functional. It’s fun to plan and put together a gear list, then modify with experience. I’ve learned a lot from other backcountry travelers, so I hope this is useful info. The bike is a Surly Pugsley, KMC rust-buster chain, single speed 1:1 ratio/ 22 tooth, all derailleurs and brakes stripped off to make a firey, beach ridin’ machine! PS- Not included is a map and compass, which we’ll certainly bring.
PERSONAL CLOTHES | OUNCE | KILOGRAM |
Patagonia Torrential rain pants | 8.8oz | 0.25kg |
Patagonia Torrential rain jacket | 13.6oz | 0.39kg |
Patagonia mid-weight top | 6.4oz | 0.18kg |
Patagonia silkweight S/S top | 4.8oz | 0.14kg |
Patagonia silkweight L/S top | 6.4oz | 0.18kg |
Patagonia mid-weight bottoms | 6.4oz | 0.18kg |
Patagonia NanoPuff jacket | 12oz | 0.34kg |
Patagonia R1 hoodie | 12.8oz | 0.34kg |
Black Diamond gloves/shells | 4.8oz | 0.13kg |
NRS neoprene socks | 4.8oz | 0.13kg |
Smart Wool ski socks | 2.4oz | 0.07kg |
Smart Wool ankle high socks | 1.6oz | 0.04kg |
Oboz Traverse Running Shoes | 16.6oz | 0.47kg |
BallCap | 1.6oz | 0.04kg |
Patagonia Lotus Designs Skull Cap | 1.6oz | 0.04kg |
Pearl Izumi bike shorts | 7.2oz | 0.20kg |
Moutain Hardwear 3/4 tights | 6.4oz | 0.18kg |
Mosquito Head Net | 0.8oz | 0.02kg |
lycra ankle gaiters | 3.2oz | 0.09kg |
PERSONAL GEAR | ||
TitanStraps (4x) | 9.6oz | 0.27kg |
Thule camera pack | 17.6oz | 0.50kg |
GoPro Hero3 Black Edition | 2.6oz | 0.07kg |
Canon 5D, 24-70mm/2.8 + battery | 28.8oz | 0.816kg |
Alpacka Raft -llama | 93.6oz | 2.65kg |
Alpacka inflation pump | 4.0oz | 0.11kg |
Aqua-Bound (splat)4-piece paddle | 36oz | 1.02kg |
Nalgene 48oz. H20 Bladder bottle | 2.4oz | 0.07kg |
Seal Line Baja Bag 20 liter | 15.2oz | 0.43kg |
The North Face-Propel | 24.8oz | 0.70kg |
Cascade Designs NeoAir Sleep Pad | 12.8oz | 0.36kg |
Bear Spray (1 cansister) | 11.2oz | 0.32kg |
Personal Care Kit (t-paste, advil etc) | 8.8oz | 0.25kg |
GROUP GEAR | ||
Alpacka repair kit | 3.2oz | 0.09kg |
Bike repair kit | 10.4oz | 0.29kg |
Black Diamond Megalight tent | 26.4oz | 0.75kg |
Aluminum cooking pot | 12.8oz | 0.36kg |
Bike pump-shorty | 8oz | 0.23kg |
SPOT w/ tracking | 4oz | 0.11kg |
cotton balls/vaseline fire starter | 4oz | 0.11kg |
FOOD 4,000 calories/day | ||
Freeze Dried Dinners (12) | 83.2oz | 02.36kg |
Snack and Breakfast food | 461.6oz | 13.08kg |