Carry Less, Go Further: Gear Walk-Through for Rincón Thru-Hikes
Emery Mackersey
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Want to hike faster? Follow this gear swap guide to drop pack weight without dropping comfort.
1. Shelter Swap
Trade tent poles for trekking-pole pitch. AdventureBackpack reviews two tarps that survive gale-force winds.
2. Cook System Trim
Choose between alcohol stove, solid fuel, or no-cook. Side-by-side boil tests show savings in grams and minutes.
3. Clothing Layer Audit
Weigh each item, then run the "two-layer rule" to see what stays home. Our field spreadsheet auto-totals your new base weight.
4. Sleep System Upgrade
Combine quilt + pad to shave 400 g yet sleep warmer. Exclusive discount link (inside) courtesy of AdventureBackpack partners.
Apply the swaps—then brag about your 6 kg pack on the next climb.
