It would help to know where you're going and what your current set of gear is. My guess is that you'll get lots of helpful advice about your destination, and a lot of tips on how to lighten your load/upgrade equipment.
Regarding equipment, I'd offer one general thought. If you've been using what you've got for a while, and it's not worn out, don't rush to change your gear. You say you have significant experience, so clearly what you have works for you and you don't find it horribly burdensome to carry - so there's no compelling reason to change it out.
Having said that, I won't deny that trying out new gear is a pleasure all its own - I'm not sure a 6 or 8 day trip is the time to do it.
Im kind of hoping to revamp my gear since i've really never done this. I've always had another person to split loads with. and those trips have only been 2-3 days.
This is roughly what I'm planning on for gear (so far)
-2 day clothing supply
-compact hammock (insulated with ziptop, weighs roughly 10 pounds with the rigging )
-rope, 5/16 Manilla (2 pounds worth)
-fishing tackle (2 pounds)
-MSR Superfly campstove
-map and compass
-SOG Tomahawk (2 pounds)
-Pocket knife, zippo blu lighter
-3 trash bags for waterproofing
-bear canister
-baggy of pixie dust for fire (gasoline soaked sawdust, 1 pound)
That's the basics that I know are what I'm bringing. I prefer hammock over a tent simply because of the environmental impact.
Food and cookware is what I'm lost on. I am quite good at catching fish on the Wolf River where I am headed, so I planned on catching and cleaning while I'm up there.
Also worth mentioning that part of my trail will run past a gas station in case of last minute needs.
As far as navigation, a map and compass will do I think. I have a small flip phone for any communication needs or emergencies.
Any advice for food, cookware, additions or subtractions is more then welcome.
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