Things I learned:
1.
No shoe, waterproof, boot, or trail runner will keep your feet dry if you sink up to your knees in muck.
2.
Tents really can lull you into a false sense of
security…even in tornado warnings you have no idea about.
3.
Vaseline is not a solution for removing your fuel
canister stuck inside your mug.
4.
Relying on the moisture-wicking properties of your shirt is
a great excuse to fool your friends into not noticing you forgot your rain
jacket.
Main gear worthy of mentioning:
1.
Nemo Hornet 1- I will finally be replacing this
due to its limited size and continued problems with leaking during wet weather.
2.
Granite Gear Crown 2-Removing the lid was a
great idea, saved ounces and made it easier to get in and out of my pack.
3.
GoPro-Took almost 300 pictures and didn’t regret
taking it for a second. It was fantastic to have it at the ready for any
picture or video opportunity.
4.
Enlightened Equipment 20 degree quilt-Having the
freedom to move around, ventilate, and readjust was perfect, I am fully
converted and convinced using sleeping bags for as a long as I did was just
silly.
Full
report coming soon =)
