Indyfabz, your statement "...Ive got my gear balanced between weight and convenience."
is perfect in explaining how I determine what I will carry.
Since this summer will be my first multi-week adventure, I have to consider more stuff will be needed to make the journey comfortable and less paleothithic in nature.
Finding the balance of weight and convenience is the art of it. Initially load was 38 pounds, cut it down to 33 pounds, and have now added back 2 pounds. Admittedly the gear is not lightweight, but is what I have on hand, and that adds to the overall weight.