[pct-l] Base pack weight

[montypct]

Hi Chris

This year I'm shooting for a sub 5 lb average from Mexico to Canada, warm,
safe, fed and dry.

Disclaimer:
I highly advise anyone against trying a 5 lb. average.  I would be much, 
much more safe at six..  Safety (and comfort) become a huge issue, 
especially if you are not very, very familiar with your system, the trail, 
and all the possibilities along the trail.  The #1 issue is unpredictable 
severe weather everywhere, especially in the Sierras and late season in 
Washington.   In 2005 I finally learned that I knew very little.  Although 
I've spent a lot of time, especially the last two months, 30-40 hours a 
week, learning and practicing safety methods from those with more knowledge 
and skills in those areas.  Still I haven't acquired the common sense not to 
do this.  I'm no great mountain man, I'm just a guy with an unsafe dream.

Miligram Obsessed and not too Bright

Warner Springs Monty

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <c.engberg at cox.net>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 9:55 AM
Subject: [pct-l] Base pack weight


> Anyone know what the lowest base pack weight has been for the entire
> thruhike? I think I have seen 5 lbs on this list sometime before...
>
> -Chris
>
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