Ok, after reading all your replies and reviewing the forums I think Ive come up with a good starting list to think about. IF I do the AT trail in beginning of April. I have 4 months of weekend hikes to get used to this gear.
Tents:
Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo Tent $235 - 23oz – Floor area 26 sq. ft – headroom 46”
http://www.hikelight.com/six-moon-designs-lunar-solo.htmlLightHeart SoLong 6 $275.00 - 1 lb 14.6 oz - Floor Area 30sq ft – Headroom 45”
http://www.lightheartgear.com/index.php?...88d243086505feeSleeping bags:
Western Mountaineering SummerLite Sleeping Bag $360 21oz - 32 degree rating
http://www.hikelight.com/western-mountaineering-summerlite.htmlKatabatic Gear Palisade sleeping bag $385 21oz - 30 degree rating
http://katabaticgear.com/shop/palisade-sleeping-bag/Sleeping Pad:
Exped SynMat UL 7 Air Pad $175 R3.1 – 21oz
http://www.rei.com/product/811907/exped-synmat-ul-7-air-padBack packs:
ULA Catalyst back pack Max Load: 40 lbs - 48oz 46L
http://www.ula-equipment.com/catalyst.aspGossamer Gear Gorilla back pack $191 27 oz - 35 lb max
http://gossamergear.com/packs/backpacks/gorilla-2012-ultralight-backpack.htmlWeight total: 92oz. thats 5.75lbs