Below you'll find gear that I've personally tested thoroughly and that I would recommend to a friend.

*I may get commisions for purchases made through my links. 

Clothing

Rain gear: KUIU Yukon

Insulated rain pants: KUIU Kutana Gale Force

Tools

Axe: SCAXE2L

Water bottle: stainless steel Nalgene

Day-72hr pack: CamelBak Motherlode, Osprey Talon 33

Shelter

Sleeping pads: NeoAir Xtherm and Z lite