Use Peerless Z-Chains on my Honda Ridgeline here in CO. Not as heavy duty as typical chains, but they go on really fast. Low clearance. No backing up to put on. Used for some offroad is snow and mud. Also drove home 200 miles in a blizzard last year with a trailer over two mountain passes. Put...
Ganglia Classic espresso machine. Yeah, I'm a snob. Don't buy coffee at Starbucks, as mine is much better, and costs pennies to make.
That said, I could live my life with a french press and freshly ground beans and die a happy man.
Coffee is the highlight of the day, and sacred!!!
I keep a lanyard that has a flashlight, knife, and lighter in my pocket that is attached to a belt loop all the time. More items in the pack.
I'm a firm believer in redundancy, particularly around making a fire. Out west the temperature can go from 60 degrees to zero and snowing in a day...
My strategy is synthetic, no merino, then fleece or light insulation fiber layer. I don't wear down while hiking as it doesn't breath well. Also, I don't wear any type of shell layer unless it's raining/snowing or real windy. And the shell must have pit zips and velcro at wrists (no elastic that...
Your water is going to be highly dependent on the exact area you are in and whether it is a drought year. Some of those creeks and ponds could be bone dry. Elk can travel miles to get a drink, and if water is scarce, will know where the tiniest water holes are.
But again, highly area specific...
Men's size 10.5. Love the Asolo Hunter Extreme GV. I am a BIG fan of Asolo. Wore a different pair 35 years ago for 2000 miles on the AT, with no blisters. If they fit your foot, they are comfortable, ankle support, tough toe rand, aggressive tread, and Goretex.
Bad times suck. But let's be honest, it's bad times that make us stronger!
I got great family and friends, live in the greatest country in the world, and a God who loves me!
Life could be a lot worse.
Wrap it in parchment paper and then aluminum foil. That way the foil doesn't stick to the tortilla. And use 505 Green Tomatillo Garlic and Lime Salsa. Authentic and delicious!