Gear List for Thru-hiking Te Araroa Trail
Essential Gear List for backpacking the 3000 km Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand
The day is young as I welcome the warmth of the sun slowly peaking over the nearby mountains. It lights up the ground beneath me, I pause. Thankful for the morning light I strip out of my Montardo Down Jacket, my savior during those cool crisp early days on the trail.
Pyrenex
I pull my Ladakh 900 Sleeping Bag over my legs and rejoice in the heat of a fire. In this moment I reflect on the days past and the days to come. What a journey this has been.
Pyrenex
Long stretches without a tree in sight with no salvation from the elements. The only thing to protect me, or provide any resemblance of a proper home is my Taurus 2 Person Backpacking Tent.
Vaude
There is nothing better than a hearty meal after a long day on the trail. With my hunger subdued and the comfort of my Men’s Merino 200 Oasis Long Sleeve Crewe Thermal Top, I write. I reminisce on the days events and emotions, put pen to paper to allow myself to never forget this moment.
Icebreaker
3000 kilometers on the only boots I will ever need. The Zodiac Plus GTX Men’s protect the most essential part of my body to complete the trek. Through the mud, the streams, and coastline they stay dry, stable, and comfortable.
Scarpa
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