[pct-l] My first hiking journey.

[Jim & Jane Moody]

EMichael, 
Let me be the first of many to say "Don't omit the deet". You won't need it much at first (I assume you are starting at Campo), but by the time you hit the Sierra, and especially Oregon, you'll not only need it, you'll kill for it. 

Otherwise, your gear choices look reasonable. If you haven't yet read the various threads on shoes and sizing them, it would be helpful to look in the archives and study the suggestions before you buy them. 

Have a great trip. 

Mango 

----- Original Message -----

From: "E Michael Jones" <emichael at logic.bm> 
To: pct-l at backcountry.net 
Sent: Saturday, February 21, 2015 10:25:15 AM 
Subject: [pct-l] My first hiking journey. 

> I plan to begin my journey on May 6th and finish in October, 2015. Should I start earlier? 
> 
> I ran/walked my first half marathon at age 60. My first 2k swim at 61. At 63, I discovered thePCT and as I have the time, am ready to commit to this journey. I am not fighting fit but always achieve my goals when I put my mind to it. I have researched gear and include below. What I also need is personal knowledge and past experiences to help with my personal journey. I am not a walker but am sure I can manage to put one foot in front of the other, just need advice on what to read and where to find what happens between all those footsteps. Some gear I have looked at - Osprey Atmos 65L Pack, Salomon X Ultra Mid GTX Shoes, NEMO Nocturne 30 sleeping bag, Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Poles, Kelty Recluse 2.5L Pad, Big AgnesCopper Spur UL 1 Tent. I plan to go basic, no stove, no bug repellant, etc. My gear selection was aided by Mac, the final "Complete PCT Gear List". I am traveling alone and am 6'1" and about 255lbs. I expect to be less than 220lbs at the end of the trek. All 
feedback welcomed. 

Thanks, EMichael. 

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