Updated Gear Shower

updated : 5/5/2016

**disclaimer!**- This list is made by a pre-world racer and has not been tested by a current world racer..

While some women my age are starting a family, I am asking myself, ” So, what country am I going to next?” Therefore, I will be having a web-based gear shower! I have had a few wonderful people ask me what gear I need because they would like to donate an item to be to take around the world. This is a great way to get my supporters directly involved with my missions trip and a reminder to always pray for them as well. I have made a gear list that also includes specific links to the websites that carry it. I searched for the cheapest price possible but when I buy gear I also have to be sure to get a study brand so the gear will last a full year of hard core use. There are little things, big things and in between, but to me, there is nothing big or small about the support you are giving me by donating gear! 

If you would like to chose an item, just email, text , call , Facebook, or send me a telegram of the item so I can take it off the needed list! Black is still needed, Red is already bought by another supporter or myself.

The address to send it to is : 

2400 Edgemere Road , Big Spring, T.X. 79720

 

* As a disclaimer, I just want to be honest & mention that it is also most important that I reach my Financial deadlines  for the race before buying all of my gear. I could have all of the gear for a year, but without the $16,961, I won’t be able to spread the Light the whole 11 months.*

Through my Job that God has blessed me with, I am able to start paying for gear! YAY! But, I gladly appropriate any donations for gear still (: I will name the donor by the item… if there is no name, I bought it.

Without further or do,THE LIST

Outdoor Gear

• Gregory Deva 70 L Backpack – Egyptian Blue, my home for a year! Both of these sites have periodical sales. It is also available at REI, but there aren’t very many sales on packs.

• http://www.campsaver.com/deva-60-pack-women-s

• Day pack, 20-25 L, I will carry this pack with me when we are not traveling and use it on the field. I named my pack Rosie!

• http://www.campsaver.com/osprey-celeste-29-pack

• Sleeping Bag, rated at least 35 degrees, non-mummy

• https://www.rei.com/product/870766/rei-siesta-sleeping-bag

• Sleeping Pad- self-inflatable or foot pump, rectangular, and Repair kit. One of the things racer always say is to invest in a great sleeping pad because it is your bed for year.https://www.rei.com/product/857477/rei-airrail-15-self-inflating-sleeping-pad-womens

• https://www.rei.com/product/857477/rei-airrail-15-self-inflating-sleeping-pad-womens

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G7H78BY/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=SL4VNYVE6EYF&coliid=I1HNTQFEP7N9OQ&psc=1

• Travel Pillow- Thermarest, Indigo Dot, Medium. I have tried this one out and it is great! 

• http://www.campsaver.com/compressible-pillow

• Tent- Own ! Bought by my parents as a gift, Thank you so much! I have the Big Agnes Mtn Glo 2

• Hammock!!! (Racers highly recommend!)

• I got a great deal at the REI garagle sale. I got the double nest Eno hammock for $30 instead of $80!

• suspension with carabiners 

• https://www.rei.com/product/875839/eno-atlas-xl-hammock-straps
   

• Rain Cover for Day pack, don’t want the contents in my bag getting soaked!

• http://www.campsaver.com/backpack-rain-cover

• Mosquito Net- those pesky bugs!

• Donated by Mrs.Ritchey and her family. Thank you so much!!

• Compression Sacks for tent & sleeping bag- medium, these allow me to pack smaller. Bought at the REI garagle sale!

Clothes

Clothing is a little hard to buy for, but I would always love Gift cards to ensure right sizes. Here are a few things that I was able to get links for though!

• Half-Buff Headband (colors: Orm, Wiluna Graphite, Lumirama), There are great for the many days that looking nice is not my priority! 

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FM8CXWI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1M7D74INUJZ9D&coliid=I2CXKNHQINKJWZ&psc=1

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0124N0DHU/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1M7D74INUJZ9D&coliid=I2S0298DMD40FG

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BI9JJLI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1M7D74INUJZ9D&coliid=I3DV295RMP3NSF&psc=1

• Tennis Shoes- I will need to take a nice pair of shoes that will last a year. A gift card might be best for this. 

• Lightweight – no show socks (6 Pairs). I love these socks… It may be silly to have toe socks.. but they’re super comfortable!

• http://www.amazon.com/Injinji-Womens-Lightweight-No-Show-Medium/dp/B005ADLSD0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1457703964&sr=8-5&keywords=toe+socks+women

• Flip Flops- racers recommend these , size 8. Now, I know crocs don’t have the best reputation, but apparently these are a must have for the race. They are great for church on Sunday, but are casual enough to wear on the field too. Plus, since they’re rubber , I can use them as shower shoes too!

• http://www.crocs.com/p/crocs-sexi-flip/11354.html?cgid=women-footwear-sandals&cid=22Z#powerReviews

• One pair of durable warm socks (like hiking socks), size 8.5 shoe

• Just an example, doesn’t have to be exactly these. http://www.rei.com/product/752338/smartwool-margarita-socks-womens

• 2 pairs of Nike shorts, one black for sure, medium. We can use these for pajamas and for swimming or showering.

• http://www.rei.com/product/855493/nike-tempo-shorts-womens

• Laundry Bag- size large

• http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tavel-Camping-Sports-Ultralight-Mesh-Stuff-Sack-Drawstring-Bag-ASSORTED-Size-/291397697580?var=&hash=item43d8a8002c

• Long Shorts

• gift cards are great for this, Academy, REI, Target

• I literally love these amazing and modest shorts I found at REI, but will only buy if my finances allow after all the gear is done.size 8
• https://www.rei.com/product/892620/rei-screeline-shorts-womens

• Rain Jacket

  • I got the best deal at the garagle sale! I got the north face venture for $50 instead of $100, yay!

Supplies

• Target or walmart gift card for toiletries

• Hydroflask Water bottle (20 oz, Purple)

• http://www.campsaver.com/hydroflask-wide-mouth-12oz-water-bottles#

• Empty Travel sized bottles for shampoo and conditioner

• A LOT of Contact solution (this is really expensive overseas)

• Hanging toiletries bag

• Tylenol/Ibuprofin

• Vitamins, Pro-biotics (Airborn too?)

• 4-5 Chapsticks (any kind is ok, as long as it’s good)

• Downey wrinkle release (2-3 small travel sized bottles) My clothes will be stuffed in a backpack all of the time & you know what that means! 

• Big Microfiber Towel- Gray, or whatever is available 

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B015XCRIKO?psc=1

• Small Microfiber towel

• https://www.rei.com/product/836298/rei-mini-multitowel

• Baby Wipes, showers may be limited at times. Donated by Coach Strickland! 

• travel sized tissues, apparently many countries including developed ones do not provide toilet paper in the restrooms! 

• 2 toothbrushes and multiple toothbrush covers

• Face mask

• https://www.rei.com/product/819615/eagle-creek-sandman-eyeshade

• Carbineers (at least 5)- these will hold things to my pack which creates more room

• http://www.amazon.com/D-FantiX-Aluminum-Carabiner-Keychain-Equipment/dp/B00QJMDAF0/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1451356609&sr=8-15&keywords=caribeaner

• Waterproof electronics bag – 9.5X 16 in

• http://www.amazon.com/WB-9-Roll-Reinforced-Clear-28-Inch/dp/B000Y82GQO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1451602869&sr=8-2&keywords=clear+waterproof+bag

• Leatherman Multi-tool

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DI0XM4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=SL4VNYVE6EYF&coliid=IUCJ0IC1A2G6G&psc=1

• Crystal Lite travel packages- anything but fruit punch (: 

Electronics, Cases, and Extras

• Lantern for tent

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FYK5DX0/ref=twister_B00H1KMJ1K?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

• Small quality flashlight

• http://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Flashlight-Bright-Batteries-Included/dp/B005FEGYCO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451357032&sr=8-1&keywords=small+flash+light

• Glow in the Dark zipper pulls, these help me see where my zippers are in the dark

• http://www.rei.com/product/848455/msr-night-glow-zipper-pulls

• Ear bud headphones (a few pairs, apparently these run away often)

• http://www.amazon.com/Mengo-Earphones-Microphone-Smartphones-Samsung/dp/B00ZJ7CFW0/ref=sr_1_30?ie=UTF8&qid=1451357471&sr=8-30&keywords=ear+bud+head+phones

• Portable battery for charging devices on the go

• http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Portable-Power-Bank-000/dp/B00LRK8JDC/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&srs=10112675011&ie=UTF8&qid=1451526972&sr=1-1

• Apple charger adapter- will allow me to charge my phone and Mac for blogging.

• http://www.amazon.com/EnergyPal-Charging-ETCS04-International-Protector/dp/B016CHUPB8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1451429090&sr=8-2&keywords=travel+power+strip+with+adapter#Ask

• Lightweight Kindle with backlight. I love reading and will have travel day that could be extremely long. Taking books is too difficult with the limited space I have. Also, the backlight will allow me to read during the night.

• http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OQVZDJM/ref=fs_ods_fs_eink_mt

• Camera

• After receiving great advice, I have decided to go with this Point and Shoot Nikon, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00THKEKEQ/ref=s9_simh_gw_g421_i1_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-1&pf_rd_r=0NR0CWGRT7MRMWJQFRBF&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2079475242&pf_rd_i=desktop 

• 2- 32 GB memory cards

• External Hard Drive- 1-2 TB, possibly 2 hard drives of 1 TB each to be able to store pictures on both in case one is stolen . 

• http://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Backup-Portable-External-STDR2000101/dp/B00FRHTTIA/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1451517115&sr=8-11&keywords=external+hard+drive 

• Rechargeable Batteries (comes in pack of 4 or 8), This will be easier than carrying around many replacements. 

• 8 batteries of AA

• http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-High-Capacity-Rechargeable-Batteries-Pre-charged/dp/B00HZV9XKU/ref=cm_wl_huc_item 

• 8 batteries of AAA

• http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-High-Capacity-Rechargeable-Batteries-Pre-charged/dp/B00HZV9XKU/ref=cm_wl_huc_item 

• charging station

• http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ni-MH-Battery-Charger-Port/dp/B00TOVTZ7K/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1451525065&sr=8-16&keywords=rechargeable+batteries

• Lifeproof Iphone 6 case- purple. 

• http://www.amazon.com/LifeProof-iPhone-ONLY-Waterproof-Version/dp/B00NCJ4HZ0/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1451530088&sr=1-3&keywords=lifeproof+iphone+6

• Journals, relatively small, not bulky, lined. I love journaling 

• Ex: http://www.amazon.com/Cavallini-Co-NBWRD-Notebooks-Travels/dp/1574895990/ref=pd_sim_201_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=61YXql7pHFL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR120%2C160_&refRID=1Y8FT5CQQXD25QJJHCHX

• Open When letters- These are technically FREE! I would LOVE to have these on the race. They can say open when.. you are tired, when you are excited, when you need encouragement, when it is your birthday.. smaller cards are great to ensure they all fit in my pack.  (: They can be sent to my home address above as well.