Edge Packing List

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Clothing

Keep in mind that weather can range widely. During Edge, you will experience both hot and humid climates as well as rainy seasons and sub-freezing temps. For Genesis, it’s often nice having a clean, dry set of clothes to change into upon arrival at camp. The following is a basic list of clothing that could be useful in Genesis specifically, but for Edge, you will probably just want "normal" clothing that you would wear at home. 

  • Socks. Bring at least 5-10 pairs. You may want to consider bringing some really thin synthetic socks to wear inside your hiking socks. For some people these are helpful to cut down on blisters. A couple pairs of cushioned trekking socks can also be a really great option for hiking. Hiking Socks

  • Underclothing. Most people can survive without a daily change of undergarments. Use your own discretion. We recommend some kind of compression shorts. Under Armour Compression Shorts

  • Shirts. These should be any good synthetic wicking fabric. There are a bunch of different brands for materials like these and they don’t have to be expensive. Avoid cotton... you’ll be drenched in sweat before you know it. Nike Mens Athletic Dri-Fit or Under Armour Men's Tech A couple pairs of long-sleeve/compression shirts will come in handy in colder weather. Long Sleeve Hanes, Nike Men's Dry Training Top, UA Compression Shirts

  • Hoodie. You will want one or two of these. Two, thin sweatshirts that can be layered will usually be better than one bulkier hoodie.

  • Rain Jacket. You will need a rain jacket, and this is something you will not want to skimp on. Make sure it is “water-proof” and not “water-resistant”. Being dry is always better than saving a little money. This is a great budget option Columbia Rain Jacket. Or here is a higher-quality option. North Face Venture

  • Pants. Bring something that will dry easily and that will pack lightly. Denim is the worst choice. Quick drying synthetic hiking pants are the best. Columbia Silver Ridge Convertible Pants You will also want a good pair of sweats/gym pants and a base layer for cold weather. Gym Pants, UA Base Layer

  • Hat. A really good idea if you want to avoid getting burnt. Go with function over style.

  • Beanie. Not mandatory but can be handy to have in colder weather.

Backpack

This is one thing you will not want to skimp on. You’ll want a large pack; 75-90 liters. Kelty and Osprey make great backpacks and they offer lifetime warranty on all their packs. Be sure to include a backpack cover. You may have to purchase it separately. Your pack will go with you everywhere! Chose carefully, and remember, cheaper is not necessarily better. :) Kelty Coyote 85 or  Osprey Aether85L and  Kelty Rain Cover or Osprey Rain Cover (NOTE: These specific packs may or may not be available on the Amazon links. These are simply recommendations and something similar will also work great.)

Here are some other places you can check out for good packs. Backcountry; Black Ovis

Footwear

You could possibly do a good bit of hiking over rough terrain with considerable loads on your shoulders/back through out Edge. Make sure your footwear is well broken in. We recommend lightweight hiking boots and a pair of sandals that strap onto your feet. Cheap is not always better, and a good pair of high-top hiking boots that fit you well are going to be well worth the money. Don’t bring waterproof shoes, they take a lot longer to dry and will never dry while hiking because of the humidity. Keen, Merrell, and Salomon all make good shoes. Again, the specific shoe may or may not be available as these Amazon links, but if you stick with the brand or something similar, you’ll be fine.  Keen Hiking Boots,  Merrell Hiking Boots, Salomon’s Trail Shoes.

You will also want Gym/casual shoes and slides or flip-flops for around town. You may want dress shoes for more formal settings. 

Other Stuff

  • Flashlight. You will need a headlamp, but a handheld flashlight could also come in handy. Be sure to take a few changes of batteries. J5 Tactical Flashlight, Petzl Headlamp, AAA battery 8 pack

  • Dry bag. For your most valuable things. We recommend at least two10L. Dry Bag

  • Pocket Knife. Useful for many things... Gerber Mini Knife

  • Journal and two pens. Small and lightweight. TOPS Idea Collective 8.25 x 5 Inches Journal

  • Water Bottle. Nalgene is the way to go. You’ll need two 32 ounce bottles. We recommend Nalgene’s 32 ounce wide mouth. They are cheap and durable. Nalgene 32 Oz Water Bottle

  • Towel. A small absorbent travel towel is best. PackTowl

  • Sunscreen. May be more useful than you think. Sun Bum Face Stick SPF 30

  • Insect Control. As a general rule, where it’s hot and humid, there are all kinds of bugs. DEET works most effectively. Repel 4-Ounce DEET

  • Sleeping bag. Throughout Genesis, there could be a great deal of temperature change, and during Edge you’ll be traveling in a variety of weather. We recommend a survival temperature rating of at least 20*F. Smaller and lighter will always make packing and hiking easier and will be worth spending a little for. A sleeping pad is optional and probably not worth the space it takes unless you have a tough time sleeping on hard surfaces. These Tetons are good options. Option 1. Option 2.

  • Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap and deodorant are highly recommended.

  • Camera. Optional. It’s nice if for at least one person to have a camera. Using your phone as an option won't always be an option.

  • Bible. Again, small and compact is what will work best. ESV Thinline Bible

  • Carabineers. Optional, can be nice to attach things to your backpack.

  • Baby Powder. Can be really nice to have when hiking in hot and humid environments

  • Passport photos (Asia specific)

  • 2 sets of dress clothes

  • One pair of classy blue jeans

  • Black pants/White full button shirt

  • Casual/Work clothes

  • Warm coat for cold weather

  • Pretty much any clothing that you would use in daily life at home but don't bring clothes that you won't use in just six months

Things that could be handy

  • Several hundred USD

  • Laptop

  • A debit/credit card with no foreign transaction fees is a very valuable thing to have!

Here are also a few apps that you will need to have downloaded and created accounts for before you arrive:

  • WhatsApp

  • Uber or Cabify

  • Paypal

  • Splitwise

  • XE Currency Converter

  • Google Voice (optional)

Personal Medication

If you regularly take medication or have any medical condition, be sure to have 1 month supply on hand, and inform us about your condition PRIOR to arrival in Malaysia.

Genesis PACKING LIST

Required:

  • Hat/Bandana for warm weather

  • 2 dry bags

  • 3 Shirts

  • 2 Hiking Pants (quick drying)

  • 5 Pairs of Socks

  • Hiking Shoes (worn in)

  • 3 Pairs of Underwear

  • Backpack

  • Backpack Cover

  • Flashlight/headlamp

  • Extra batteries

  • Travel Towel

  • 2 Nalgene Bottles (32 ounces)

  • Journal

  • Pen/pencil

  • Bible

  • Toiletries

  • Personal Medication

Optional:

  • Camera

  • Sandals

  • Pocket Knife

  • Waterproof Rain Gear

  • Baby Powder

This is our recommendation for Genesis.  If you would like to carry more or less, that is up to you.