Hey man - I know this isn't a discussion thread but was in your same situation a year ago.
DON'T CHEAP OUT ON BOOTS (or a pack). Those are probably your two most important nat pieces of gear you're going to be wearing the ENITRE trip. Hopefully you can find a good pair of used boots but I would...
Catch and release. I bought a sawtooth on here as part of a lot and it’s a little snug on me. Willing to let it go for that I got it for. I’ll pay shipping. $95
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