[pct-l] looking for opinions

[Ray]

This is pre-planning for a 2011 thru-hike.  My 20.69 lbs base weight & 48.81
lbs with food & water is based on the fact that I will have no support
person to mail me items (both are on the max side, so future planning will
bring them down).  Water & food will vary depending on availability (of
course will always plan on a little extra water).  I am still in the process
of shaving off pounds.  Am open to any ideas that anyone is willing to
share.  Thanks