Being over the hill also. I am restarting. My choices are a mix of liteweight and comfort. Pack GG Vapor Trail, NF old Cat's Meow sleeping bag, eureka tarp, taken from an old tent, Sierra wood stove, GSI alum pot with lid, Thermrest trail lite reg. Wally world blue foam mat, (used as chair and additional sleep mat) Katadyn Guide filter, "Yeah I know it is heavy" but I like good water. Surefire flashlight, NB trail runners, Columbia fleece, nylon pants, thorlo socks. I mostly freezer bag cook, but like my coffee.