Gear
A look at my hiking and filmmaking gear.
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31 pieces

Sony
CameraZV-E1
The camera body in my published filmmaking kit, paired with a wide-angle zoom.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
BackpackUnbound 55
A 55-liter pack for carrying shelter, sleep equipment, food, and the rest of the trail kit.
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DJI
AudioMic Mini
A wireless microphone for recording voice alongside the camera footage.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
SleepMummy Bag
A sleeping bag for overnight trips, alongside the quilt in the wider kit.
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Sony
LensFE PZ 16–35mm f/4 G
A wide-angle zoom for landscapes and filming along the trail.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
ShelterMid 1
A one-person, trekking-pole shelter for nights on the route.
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SupportCarbon Fiber Tripod
A camera support for setting a frame and stepping into the landscape.
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Sleep20° Quilt
The long 20° quilt listed with the Ak-Suu hiking kit.
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Joby
SupportBallHead 3K
The tripod head in the camera setup, used to position and frame the shot.
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Peak Design
CarryCuff Wrist Strap
A wrist strap that keeps the camera attached while moving between shots.
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Klymit
SleepPillow X
An inflatable travel pillow that packs away with the sleep system.
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DJI
DroneAir 3
The drone listed with the Ak-Suu film, for a wider view of the landscape.
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AlpenBlow
SleepMicro Inflator
A small inflator for setting up the sleeping pad at the end of the day.
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Apple
EditingMacBook Air · M5
The laptop listed with the filmmaking kit for working with footage while traveling.
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Nitecore
PowerNB20000
Portable power for charging devices between stops. Part of both the hiking and filmmaking kit.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
OrganizationSide Entry Pod
A packing pod for keeping smaller pieces of the trail kit organized.
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Nitecore
LightingNU20 Classic
A headlamp for camp, early starts, and finding things after dark.
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Katadyn
WaterBeFree AC · 1L
A one-liter water-filter bottle in the trail kit, alongside the cooking and camping equipment.
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Patagonia
TravelBlack Hole Duffel · 40L
A 40-liter duffel for moving clothing and equipment between home and the trail.
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Patagonia
TravelBlack Hole Wheeled Duffel · 100L
A larger wheeled bag for transporting equipment and clothing on longer trips.
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Based on my published kit list, with recent additions. Product photos show representative sizes, colors, and configurations.