Appalachian Trail FKT - Jeff Garmire

The record setting gear to do the Appalachian Trail Self Supported FKT

Jeff Garmire's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

Altruist Hydration Pack by UltrAspire — I used this for 300 miles in training for the Appalachian Trail and found it worked really well for the unique demands of a self-supported FKT attempt on the AT. I do wish it was a bit more weatherproof
LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) by Gossamer Gear — I have used these for 20k miles and they work good. Quality and lightweight and I seem to break them less than other brands of carbon poles
Solo Tarp by Gossamer Gear — Lightweight and breezy. But it proved to work in the wind and rain storms during training camp.
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol Sleeping Pad Blue Regular by Therm-a-Rest — It's basically a glorified yoga mat, not comfortable, but the pad is long enough to give my hips and shoulders a bit of cushion.
T1 by Mount to Coast — Lightweight, durable, and the lacing system means they will not come untied. I put over 800 miles on a pair of them, so they hold up. No single pair will get that type of abuse this time.
Revelation APEX Sleeping Quilt by Enlightened Equipment — Synthetic because I don’t trust myself to keep down dry. Plus, it’s warm enough and light.
5.0 XOTOES (Toe Sock) Anklet *Made in the USA* by sale — Anti-blister but I will be changing these bad boys often. They hold up better than other toe sock brands on the market 
M's 7" AFO Middle Short Ultra by Janji — They worked well on the AT, so why not shorts with pockets for Cocodona 250
M's Trekker Snappy Shirt by Janji — Button-up meets breathable. I cut off the sleeves to make myself look edgy and show off my tattoos.
AFO Hyperlight Visor by Janji — Keeps sun and style high. And it lets people know I am in my 30s
Anti-Chafe & Skin Repair Sticks, Original by Squirrels Nut Butter — Humidity is real and so is chaffing
Squeeze Water Filtration System with Cnoc Premium 1-Liter Bottle by REI — Classic. Effective. Way easier than trying to suck water through the mini.
Garmin inReach Mini 2 Black by Garmin — It used a USB C Charging cord which simplified all of my charging, and the battery life could last a few days even with live tracking

Appalachian Trail FKT - Jeff Garmire

The record setting gear to do the Appalachian Trail Self Supported FKT

Jeff Garmire's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

Altruist Hydration Pack by UltrAspire — I used this for 300 miles in training for the Appalachian Trail and found it worked really well for the unique demands of a self-supported FKT attempt on the AT. I do wish it was a bit more weatherproof
LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) by Gossamer Gear — I have used these for 20k miles and they work good. Quality and lightweight and I seem to break them less than other brands of carbon poles
Solo Tarp by Gossamer Gear — Lightweight and breezy. But it proved to work in the wind and rain storms during training camp.
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol Sleeping Pad Blue Regular by Therm-a-Rest — It's basically a glorified yoga mat, not comfortable, but the pad is long enough to give my hips and shoulders a bit of cushion.
T1 by Mount to Coast — Lightweight, durable, and the lacing system means they will not come untied. I put over 800 miles on a pair of them, so they hold up. No single pair will get that type of abuse this time.
Revelation APEX Sleeping Quilt by Enlightened Equipment — Synthetic because I don’t trust myself to keep down dry. Plus, it’s warm enough and light.
5.0 XOTOES (Toe Sock) Anklet *Made in the USA* by sale — Anti-blister but I will be changing these bad boys often. They hold up better than other toe sock brands on the market 
M's 7" AFO Middle Short Ultra by Janji — They worked well on the AT, so why not shorts with pockets for Cocodona 250
M's Trekker Snappy Shirt by Janji — Button-up meets breathable. I cut off the sleeves to make myself look edgy and show off my tattoos.
AFO Hyperlight Visor by Janji — Keeps sun and style high. And it lets people know I am in my 30s
Anti-Chafe & Skin Repair Sticks, Original by Squirrels Nut Butter — Humidity is real and so is chaffing
Squeeze Water Filtration System with Cnoc Premium 1-Liter Bottle by REI — Classic. Effective. Way easier than trying to suck water through the mini.
Garmin inReach Mini 2 Black by Garmin — It used a USB C Charging cord which simplified all of my charging, and the battery life could last a few days even with live tracking