In the beginning we thought we could just use gear we already owned, then it all changed and we added a lot of extras. Hours of research later we have purchased majority of the items in this list. Our intention was to be between 7kg-10kg base weight, it was going well until we started adding toys. Because we are doing this for 6-12 months, making the journey as comfortable and as fun as possible became really important. In doing so we have added a lot that most wouldn’t. We reached our goal of base weight for normal gear but the toys mean we are more like 16kgs each!

On the Te Araroa FB Group Rowan came across a guy named Jeremy who had done a trail from north to south utilising a packraft and a carbon fibre scooter. This set in motion a complete change to our trip, instead of going light and compact we started adding a lot of extras. A lot of research later we came across Koaro Packrafts, we headed to Karamea to see what was possible. Rowan must have asked Sam a million questions, but by the end of the day we had a custom designed packraft ordered. Now a few kilos heavier we decided to add items to make our trip more enjoyable. Below is a list of what we are bringing with us.

Shelter/Sleeping Gear

• Durston XMid 2p Tent
• 4x MSR Groundhog
• 2x MSR Groundhog mini
• 2x Sand/Snow Pegs
• 10x Assorted Pegs
• Durston Groundsheet
• MSR E-Wing Shelter
• 2x Nemo Switchback Foam Mats
• Sea to Summit Etherlight Mat – K
• Sea to Summit Mat – R
• Sea to Summit Aeros Lightweight Pillow K
• Klymit Pillow R
• 2x Enlightened Design Revolution Quilts
• Sea to Summit Silk Liner – R
• Macpac Silk Liner – K
• 2x Tyvek Quilt Bags
• 2x Emergency Bivy Bags

Cooking Gear

• Soto Windmaster Gas Cooker
• Flat Pack Titanium Wood Stove
• MSR Alpine Frying Pan
• Sea to Summit Pot
• Titanium Pot 3L
• Titanium Plate
• Titanium Large Mug
• Can Opener
• MSR Spatular
• Titanium Cutlery
• Water Bottle
• Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter

Safety

• PLB
• First Aid Kit
• Ironwire (rope)
• Wire Saw
• Sea to Summit Multi Tool
• Wallet – ID, Cash, Cards

Toiletries

• Sea to Summit 10L Shower
• Soap
• Conditioner/Moisturiser
• 2x Toothbrushes
• Floss + Interdental Brush
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellent
• Deodorant
• Wash Towel
• Dry Towel
• Silicone Ear Plugs
• 2x Titanium Trowels
• Toilet Paper
• Shewee
• Bush Cloth (fufu wiper)

Rowan Clothing

• Julbo Explorer Sunglasses
• Macpac Hat
• Sea to Summit Net
• Poncho
• Macpac Down Vest
• Kathmandu Merino Long Sleeve
• Kathmandu Merino Dress Shirt
• Macpac Merino Short Sleeve
• Columbia Quick Dry Shirt
• Lightweight Dungarees
• Sparx Bamboo Underwear
• 2x Macpac Merino Underwear
• 2x Injinji Sock Liners
• Icebreaker Outer Socks
• Mons Royale Hooded Merino Top
• Icebreaker Merino Track Pants
• Macpac Merino Buff
• Salomon Sandals
• Salomon Element Boots
• Possum Gloves
• Manuka Staff
• Fallkniven Bushcraft

Kate Clothing

• Prescription Transition Glasses
• Back Up Glasses
• Op Shop Hat
• Poncho
• Macpac Puffer Jacket
• Macpac Fleece Jumper
• Icebreaker Merino Singlet
• Kathmandu Quick Dry Shirt
• Curve Leggings
• Tradies Bamboo Shorties Underwear
• Awwa Period Underwear
• Sloggi Bra
• 2x Injinji Sock Liners
• Icebreaker Outer Socks
• Kathmandu Merino Long Sleeve
• Icebreaker Merino Track Pants
• Icebreaker Merino Buff
• Beanie
• Teva Sandals
• Salomon Quest 4 Boots
• Possum Gloves
• Leki Walking Poles
• Umbrella
• Opinel Knife

Gathering

• 5 Piece Fishing Rod
• Reel Spooled with Braid
• Tackle Kit
• Spearhead & Elastic
• Diving Mask & Snorkel
• Slingshot
• Single Neoprene Gloves

Electronics

• Samsung Note 9 – K
• Apple 10 – R
• 2x Kindle Paperwhite
• Anker Battery Pack 2800amp
• Solar Panel
• Nikon P1000
• Tripod
• Battery, SD Cards
• Lensa Head Torch
• Hand Torch
• Battery Powered Pump/Lantern (packraft & mats)
• Various Charging Cords
• Samsung Double Charger
• 2x Jaybird Earbuds

Packraft

• Custom Koaro Packraft
• Koaro Inflatable Floor
• Koaro Dry Bags
• Custom Paddles (attach to walking poles)
• Life Vest
• To come is helmets & better life vests prior to white water rafting