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I use fancy Leki poles myself. But I spend dumb money on gear. Black Diamond also make some of the best poles.
If you are trying to save money - get these:
https://www.amazon.com/Cascade-Mountain-Tech-Aluminum-Collapsible/dp/B01L2HYPNW
If they break buy another pair. If those break buy another pair. If those break again - consider upgrading to something better.
The BRS stove is $17 on Amazon right now. You aren't going to find a much better deal used, after shipping. I'd buy it and save the hassle.
https://www.amazon.com/BRS-Outdoor-Camping-Portable-Ultralight/dp/B00NNMF70U
You don't need a tarp, right? Or are you planning to use a tarp instead of a fully enclosed shelter? In Oregon you'll definitely want something to keep the bugs away.
You don't need a GPS unit, right? Just use your phone.
Rent a bear canister when it's required.
Consider the couch to 5k program as a starting place and maybe throw in some hills. But really, you just need to hike when you get a chance. A lot of backpackers aren't runners. Snorkels booksnorkel's book had some exercises in the back of it and in general might make you feel more comfortable.
At the end of the day, to do 15 miles plan on being able to walk, with whatever you are going to carry for ~7-8hrs a day, 2mph is conservative.
It is also possible, if your load is lighter and you know decent foot care you might make be waiting for the super humans at the top of the hill ;)
For me the shoes are not as important as the insoles. I've had great luck with SOLE brand heat moldable insoles (although I don't mold them, they fit my foot out of the box). I typically wear them with Merrells, but they work with lighter running shoes too.
https://www.amazon.com/SOLE-Unisex-Active-Medium-Women/dp/B01KNJ4D6E?ref\_=ast\_sto\_dp
Set it up and sweep it out with a brush or broom.
Hand wash your tent in warm (not hot) water and a gentle soap (tech wash is probably best but other gentle soaps can work.
Set it up again or hang it on a line to dry. Make sure it dries completely.
Make sure zippers are clean and free from debris. Lube them with zipper lube.
Your tent should now be in great condition.
I usually use Gold Bond Friction Defense to prevent chafing, but when I do get chafed I treat it with lidocaine ointment, which numbs the skin, reduces the swelling, and helps it heal faster. I wear Hanes X-Temp boxer briefs, which are usually great, but I have noticed that if they’re too loose (which can happen as I lose weight on a thruhike), the extra material can start to cause chafing, so maybe make sure your underwear fits well.
Super happy with these - the specific brand and name change but they are cheap, sub $20. They have ear hooks and great battery life. The name changes but I think they are all the same more or less made in the same factory. I originally bought them as MPOW Flame 2 - but my new ones look the same. They stay on the ears, sound decent and are low fuss. I will say I don't use them for calls though - just to listen to music and podcasts. I was originally team wired, but these convinced me that bluetooth wins over managing cables.
https://www.amazon.com/PALOVUE-Lightning-Microphone-Controller-Compatible/dp/B07BW9G8FG?pd_rd_w=TIbXF&pf_rd_p=cc776394-6d08-4fac-8dd8-0082b54754f6&pf_rd_r=TG0RB8XV3JWCBTAB68MC&pd_rd_r=33e51cbe-9ad6-4956-852e-6e74ae5a4d85&pd_rd_wg=s... I like these. I cut off the side without the controller because 1) I can listen to something, but still hear and be aware of what’s happening around me 2) it doesn’t tangle as badly being a single cord instead of a “y” shape 3) ultralight!! and 4) if one ear gets sore I can just switch it to the other ear.
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You might also talk to doc about doing something like preloading syringes if that is doable. It might be safer to transport syringes with the med already filled, then capped, inside a case like that than to keep it in the glass vial. That may also change the temperature sensitivity though, too. Glass will conduct heat differently than plastic will, and I imagine that there is some change too in in dividing it across 5 doses vs 1 bottle of it. The difference may be negligible though, and not enough to warrant temperature concern.
You may be able to get away with doing something like just packing wisely and keeping the vial or syringes packed in whatever the coolest part of the bag is.
This little doohicky is pretty cool. If the preloaded syringes aren't an option, then it looks like lots of folks have already thought about how to travel with vials.
Then there's this cooler which is interesting. It looks like it essentially just has a curved ice pack; I wonder if you could do something like cool it down in river water (esp since it's less about the meds staying cold and more about them not getting hot), or freeze it when you're in town?
Regardless, it looks like there are a few neat pieces of tech that can help with traveling with meds, assuming you have room for it!
Have you ever tried arch supporting insoles? Something like this has made all the difference for me: https://www.amazon.com/SOLE-SOFTEC-Ultra-U-Grey-10/dp/B001N2NJQ6/ref=sr\_1\_6?crid=UM6SVUW1GZF6&dchild=1&keywords=sole+insoles&qid=1634235455&sprefix=sole+ins%2Caps%2C270&sr=8-6
amazon.com/Frogg-Toggs-Ultra-lite2-Rain-stuff/dp/B007SF1DAQ/
looks like just the medium blue is $5 but a couple other colors are discounted at $16-$25
Wet wipes. I use no soap on trail.
Adventure medical kit bath wipes are my favorite. No scent. Think enough to feel useful but not heavy. Gentle on the skin. I cut them up into 2-4 pieces and repackage in snack ziplocks for less bulk.
I used Bose sound sport for my AT thru. They ruled, much easier to use than wired headphones, and the cable between them was awesome to just drop them around my neck. Around 6hrs/charge and little power to charge from my battery pack. Bose SoundSport Wireless, Sweat Resistant, In-Ear Headphones, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L7PSJFO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_ltr3FbN60WM8T
You can refill your canisters! I buy the largest size canisters from walmart, and refill a couple small ones I keep around from them. Not a perfect solution because you end up recycling the big ones, but definitely better than buying 6oz at a time. Alternatively, alcohol stoves...