Duane,

Before I give my list of equipment, I will give you some advice I think would be important. I think that the ergonomics of the equipment and the supporting system should be paramount in your decision. I think that the 2 major players (Canon and Nikon) have systems that give you the most options....and with so many options...come more bang for the buck. Ergonomically, I preferred the Nikon....felt better in my hand....and I like the buttons/wheels approach to my most used controls than the menu approach.

The other manufacturers have nice systems....but fewer options.

I'd stick with the main 2 personally.

My Gear:
Nikon D2X
Nikon D2H
Nikon D70
Tokina 12-24 f/4
Nikon 17-55 f/2.8
Nikon 18-70 (Kit lens for D70)
Sigma 90MM f/2.8 Macro
Sigma 70-200 f/2.8
Nikon 80-400 VR
Nikon SB-800
2- Nikon SB-600s (with Umbrellas and stands)
Kenko Pro 1.7x adaptor.
Gitzo 2200 Tripod
Manfrotto 488rc4 Ballhead.
LowePro DryZone 100 (for shooting around guaranteed water sources)
LowePro Rover AW II (Daily walk around bag)
LowePro Computreker AW (Regular bag for outdoor as computer slot allows for camelback hydration solution)
LowePro RoadRunner Mini (bag for weddings)
Epson P-2000 40GB card dump.
Assorted filters, cable releases, flash remote cables, batterys, etc.

Soon to be added.....Nikon 18-200 VR for my super light daily kit to carry everywhere.

Roman