If you're looking for an even cheaper gear set, I just posted a video covering a slightly heavier setup at half the cost of this one! You can find it at ruclips.net/video/V-N-GJjywLA/видео.html
Too late . . . my tent alone was over 700.00 after tax. I never put my spork in an airtight bag. Put it in something breathable to stop bacteria growth on hot days. If it's COLD it does not matter as much. I like the orange thin nylon bag mine came with. I love my NU-20 headlamp. My medical kit is basically a few antiseptic wipes, a few band-aids and some super glue and some Leukotape or Elasticon tape
Sorry to be so off topic but does someone know a trick to get back into an Instagram account?? I stupidly forgot the password. I love any assistance you can give me
@Rowan Cade i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and im trying it out now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
I carry a electric heater and blanket along with a Coleman stove. I carry a marine battery with a converter for electricity. It all works great. I pull a wagon behind me on the AT to carry all my gear.
Haha well I had to help a guy carry his cast iron skillet once he was on the trail with a migraine laying down ...I'm not kidding we were in the mountains in California !
My family and I have been casually hiking for 15 years and we just recently decided we were going to take it to the next level. Your video has been a life saver and a money saver for us. I love how you time stamped your video as well as easy to follow linqs. I've watched this segment so many times and found you have very good content. My family and I are doing the Trans Catalina Trail to begin and we hope to do a couple trips into Shasta before summer. Thanks again!
Thanks for a super useful video. If camping I would tend to use my bicycle to take the weight, but even then keeping it down is important. I hike hills regularly here in Scotland but never take a tent with me. The camping mat pad is a thing I always carry on the outside front of my backpack: I have it tethered by a cord long enough to let me sit beside my rucksack, and importantly I have never to chase it across the side of a mountain! :) The short burner I have has tripod legs and a hose attachment to connect it to the gas though, as I am always wary of the poor stability of one screwed in direct onto the gas, then a pot teetering on top. I am glad you made the point about bringing rubbish back home: many people seem to think it's ok to leave burnt out cans in a fireplace or to 'hide' them with other stuff in the environment. That's certainly not my idea of leaving the place as you find it. I've subscribed so see more excellent videos like this one.
if all of us just leave our trash behind, there would be no nature as we know it. more important point than the weight of ones gear and so easily dismissed even if it should be obvious. respect to you sir and @geartest
I totally agree re taking our rubbish back out with us, I also use a zip lock bag. My maxim is to leave nothing but footprints, and take nothing but photographs. (Apart from the biodegradable content of the catholes of course. ;-) )
I was trying to figure out a way to do that because I love using my foam pad but hate having to chase it down on occasion So maybe I'll try and fashion a tether
Hey man great video, it was very informative and realistic. I like how at the end you mention that it’s all about enjoying the out doors, this is true and it seems like a lot of people think they need to gear up like a thru-hiker when they’re backpacking in and camping. The more knowledge you have about gear and the outdoors, the less you need. Anyways great video man.
@@MrApple187 go with what you can afford. You can upgrade bits and bobs later. The best advice is pack what you think you'll need, and take the time to truly reflect when you come back what worked for you and what didn't. How it could be improved and where you might want to channel some extra cash later down the line. But the first things you should definitely consider are decent shoes and good socks. Your everyday cotton will wreck you out there. Past that, your environment/weather conditions will determine what is important. Above all, stay safe and have fun
@@MrApple187 if you don't know what something does don't get it. Seems obvious but if you see gear guides 90% of it is advertising posing as reviews. Splurge on the big 3 and then your odds and ends will fall into place. Also I love wearing oversized sweaters but for hiking closer cuts are needed for layering. I'm a big fan of cycling gear for that reason.
I have basically the same sleeping pad. I’m a side sleeper, so I blow up another pillow, stuff it in my Nemo pillow pocket and it’s just right 👍🏼 Used in sub 30 degrees this past weekend with sleet and rain overnight. No issues with the cold
Other great options that cost quite a bit less..... Trekology UL80 sleeping pad ($40) and the Featherstone Moondance 25 sleeping quilt ($199). In the 3 years since this video has gone up, the pad and quilt in this video has gone up dramatically, $90 for the pad and $300 for the quilt listed in the links.
Great stuff! In case someone hasn't mentioned. Six moons now has a more budget friendly option to the Trekker. The Skyscape Scout, same layout as the Trekker but it's 34 oz and only $145.00. Some sites have it listed at 40oz, but the tag that comes with the tent states it's 34oz.
Do not forget used. Thrift stores sell typically sell name brand packs for under $10. I picked up a $150 Osprey for $25. That's rare but not impossible.
As l am planning to extend my hiking distances this summer, l found this video tutorial to be one of the better ones in requards to cost vs.content....more like than not, I'll be useing this video as a template as l go forward....good stuff....peace out!
Love my Gerber dime great little multi tool, but a good fix blade knife, or larger folding knife like a ranger grip swiss army knife, is 100% nessisary in your pocket, or on your belt somewhere in case of an emergency, many of them are super lightweight and you wont ever regret having it if you need it.
Try looking for the spray at Walmart called aska I think. It is for water proofing. You can use it on your tent and Walmart bags to help water proof them . This is what I use.
I'm sure! I have several friends in the military that have told me stories of carrying 70lb packs through the desert. Gained a new appreciation for that when I started backpacking. Thank you for your service!
Great Video. I have a 23 x 12 x 6 inches that I bought from Aldi store for $9.99 which comes as a small zipped bag, it has the hood with zip, 2 mesh pockets in front. Folds up into a little zip pouch which works as a inside pocket just below where the back string cinches up. Its a great light bag for everything for our 2 nights of camping for Boyscouting. Yours is a super duper bag though.
Good list...but I bring maps and compass...weight.. more clothes...hike in PNW..so rain gear essential in hood mt. area. I'll definitely bring homemade firestarters..lint eggcarton wax ones..other then that..good list...also bear bag...and full internal bag to keep stuff dry...id add another pound to this weight
Amazing video! Very good interesting and well presented. I was wanderinghow the pad is doing? Is he still good? Do you sleep bettwr on it then the klymit? Thanks
Oh man… If they could make a 50-65 pack for under four pounds I’d be a very happy woman. My 45 + pack typically comes out to a whopping thirty pounds when I’m done with it, but that’s for week long treks in places with very unpredictable weather conditions. and a full water bladder. I’m curious about the headlamp- does it have a red light for when you have campers around you that you don’t want to wake up?
Put your toilet paper in a zip lock bag. It's waterproof, and costs next to nothing. In fact you can put a lot of things in zip locks to keep them water proof, contained and easy to pack.
Thank you for this video! Now I can finally get my pack down to 9lb, affordably nonetheless! I finally have room for my M249 and a couple boxes of linked belt-fed hollow points!
how many days worth of food would you say fits in your pack? My food tends to take up the most space...lol. Obviously it goes back down, but starting out, can you fit 4 days of food in your setup?
So very cool Kiki, I'm working at a Folk Festival, sitting outside, and enjoying your video as much as the music going on inside. Looking forward to your video vlogs, are you back on trail? Or still healing at home?
Great video. Thank you. I've read some comments on Amazon about BRS 3000t failing with collapsing arms. More than one comment on that issue. Anyone else have experience with it?
I would not really consider your set up low budget. I like the weight savings that you showed in the video. We recently started backpacking and found some really inexpensive gear on Amazon. Some good some bad. Maybe you can do a video showcasing some of those really inexpensive options.
Exactly! I'm watching these you tube videos trying to figure out who they are for. I've never met people who drop thousands on their kit. I always figured it was for the super long through hikers, but even the few I've met don't drop that kind of money.
@@scottster8858 my favorite was some youtube dude talking about his tons of UL gear. I assumed he was some mege-mile thru-hiker. Turns out he just did weekend backpack trips! Probably not that many miles either. Just; why?
I have to correct you here sir. Yes they recommend the expensive stuff but they have a reason to do so. Those expensive brands are very small companies who use expensive material to craft their stuff. Their products are of a very high quality which will last for a long time what you, as a person who will use them everyday on your hike, will appreciate very much. If you do long distance hiking on basis, your gear determines the comfort tremendously. All in all, the expensive gear is completely worth it if you are a keen long-distance hiker.
J A don’t have to spend a fortune at all... and you have a tent when backpacking so not really homeless if you think about it. Compare to other sports. Snowboarding, biking, kiteboarding, off-road , snowmachining, fishing all can cost way more so in the realm of outdoor sports I’d say it’s the cheapest option for a hobby. I bet you phone costs more than the gear needed to go backpacking. I guess you can just forgo hobbies and sit and watch tv but even cable for 6 months costs more than the gear needed to efficiently backpack comfortably. But to each their own.
Iv been homeless and by the grace of God I'm not any more. And I now enjoy UL hiking/camping/hunting, let me tell you, there is no comparison between the two. I hope the coment was in jest, if it wasn't. Try being homeless for a month, no cell, no money, nothing. Just walk out your house with what u have on your back and discover a new perspective. By the end of the first week of shelters and begging for money you'll maybe see that your coment has zero bearing. Sorry for preaching its a touchy thing for me even 20 plus years since I went though that.
@@outdoorsythings2573 It sounds like you have every right to comment on this topic and it's probably a good thing you do, otherwise, people don't have a clue on what it would have been like to of walked in your shoes back then. By the sounds of it, you are doing much better now mate and im happy for you if it is much better. You ain't preaching brother, your giving people a better first-hand perspective, I've heard that comment connected to hiking and camping so many times and it pisses me off every time I see it as I've had some hard times in the past, but it sounds like you had it even harder. I just hope you have CHOSEN (As it is a choice) to make you a stronger and wiser person today, and not a down and out defeated person from those times, by the sounds of what you said, I believe you are stronger and wiser and keep passing on your wisdom brother! God Bless. Cheers, Col.
For the footprint, just buy heavy duty window film they sell in the winter to insulate your homes windows with. It’s the exact same stuff, it costs roughly $9-10 dollars (for the thick stuff), you’ll get more footprints for the money, and you can customize it to any number of tent shapes. If you don’t like it, use it to insulate your windows and save some cash on heating expenses.
Wow! This video has seen a lot of attention recently, so I just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone that has viewed, liked, and commented on this video. I'm a full-time student of mechanical and aerospace engineering, so I stay pretty busy, but I will try to respond to as many comments as possible. Thanks for your support, and happy trails!
Hey! Great video. I appreciate the time stamps and links! You really know how to save a person time, money & weight haha. I was wondering if you would humor the idea of doing a backpacking food video. Since you've been backpacking for 8 or so years I would love to see what your favorite trail meals are, if you DIY them etc. Keep up the great work!
Save weight: Tarp > Tent Ziploc > stuff sack or 'kit bag' Garbage disposal bag to line pack > pack cover, clothing stuff sacks, etc. Evazote pad > air mattress (your frame/back pad, too) Warm jacket + light sleeping bag > top cover with lots of fill weight Well-fitted pack > frame Slightly-undersized pack stuffed completely > frame Leave stuff out of bags, especially a tarp. It serves as a mortar or fill all around everything to make the pack rigid. No need for a frame.
I just got back from a 6 day solo around the AT in NC and have to thank you for two great suggestions. First, the bandanna with the cookset was key. It kept everything bundled together in my pack and I appreciated having a clean space whether it was off the ground or inside a shelter. Second, the sleeping pad was amazing for the price. I almost didn't believe it would stand up but found it very durable. Thanks for the great suggestions and keep up the awesome content.
I'm glad to hear that those things worked out well for you! Thanks for coming back here to share your feedback! Out of curiosity, what was your temperature range at night? I still haven't had a chance to use the pad in colder weather.
While I understand and can appreciate people's trying to get their packs as light as possible, as with my bike it seems a silly goal until I lose these 15-20 extra pounds of flesh I'm lugging about. Until then, I view the extra pack weight as strength training.
Exactly, why spend a ton just to shave a bit of weight when you could spend a lot less, bare the burden and reap the strength benefits. One can always take breaks more frequently also.
@@swirlingabyss Yesssirrrr, been doing that for 3 months now training for my thru-hike on the AT in March. I put two 20 pound weights in the bag, and by the time March comes I will be able to carry 15-20lbs no problem.
Nice list! Most folks recommend the regular Sawyer over the mini, as it has better performance for just an ounce penalty. Also, after having used a headlamp similar to the one you list, I think a lamp with a red lamp is crucial. The NU25 has it, and might be the better option.
This is a very well thought out, well presented list of affordable lightweight gear. Of course you could spend more and go even lighter, but this makes lightweight backpacking much more accessible to a lot more people. Definitely worth a watch.
Your exact setup pops up under "Customers who viewed this item also viewed" section of amazon when you look at the trekker tent! You've inadvertently started a movement it seems!
We didn't get a TV until 1962 and it small, black and white, received two channels and finished at about 11pm. Now I have about 2 million channels but I can never find anything to watch.
Thanks for the vid, always appreciate thoughts on gear. As for the Six Moon Designs tent I can say I tried this item on the Appalachian Trail (using a trekking pole as the tent pole) and found it very difficult to get a good pitch. The main problem I found was that unless the guy lines were very taut and at a near perfect angle the tent would otherwise sag throughout the course of the night to within inches of my face, even worse if it rained or condensation was high. I ended up ditching this item for a tent with better structure and was ultimately more comfortable. While I'm sure others have had no problems with this tent, this has been my experience.
So this kit has no pack liner, no sleeping clothes, no jackets, no gloves, and an emergency poncho as rain gear? So it's not 9lbs base weight. Stop preying on poor and/or stupid people. P.S. The gas can is always included in baseweight.
Haha I have the same stove. I believe the original manufacturer of that stove is “itekcity”. It’s a great little stove! Awesome set up. Unfortunately for me, up in the Canadian Rockies I need some warmer gear. You’ve got some awesome production here man! Cheers!
I only use the most expensive gear recommended to me by backpacking magazine that overcharge companies for full page gloss ads. That’s what makes the expensive gear better. Lol
I'm glad that I saw this. I'm dialing in my 2020 PCT adventure and have found that I want some lighter gear. I'm interested in the head lamp, tent and quilt. I was going to get the BA Tiger wall 2 (2lb savings), Black Diamond revolt (so not to carry batteries) and the Enlightened equipment Enigma 20 (approx 1.5 lb savings). 3.5 lb savings. The items that you presented are something to think about. I tried REI Flash pad until it leaked, therma rest x-lite, noisy and uncomfortable. I went with the Nemo insulated tensor regular which is up to standards. Don't like flat stuff.
Please carry another knife besides this one. Something, anything. Your life may depend on it. I would recommend, as a counter point to the dime (which i own and find to be flimsy) a Mora Knif. You can baton wet wood to get a fire started. Cut up pegs for your tent or toggles. Feather fire sticks. The dime won't handle any of these tasks well, if at all.
Yes, I don't understand his thinking on that either. Also concerning is that the water bottles don't seem very secure, but maybe they are when they are filled.
back in the day my pack weight was between 65-85 lbs. gear was heavy. i was also young and an athlete so it didnt matter. Now my weight is around 30 lbs with a helinox chair and a couple bushcraft tools.
Unfortunately my kit was 70 lbs, and now is in the mid sixties. Don't know how to do it cheaply, but I need to cut another 10 lbs. I will do another video soon when I show what I carry and what I have been doing to try and lighten it.
Great review - very inspiring ! According to this I only need to get the UL backpack and I am good to go :-) @ 8:50 you mention that you don't carry the rain cover - but checking on the Amazon website I saw that it is actually sewn to the backpack. Did you cut it off ?
One of the best equipment presentation I’ve ever seen! Obviously an experienced backpacker. Your explanations and reasons you give are spot in. Thanks.
Don't buy a cheap ground pad if it's cold where you're going. The floor of the tent is very thin and the pad is the only thing insulating you when you lay down (altough sleeping bags help) but if you use a Quilt like me the ground pad is super important. 3 Most important things to spend the most on, Tent, Sleeping bag/Quilt, Ground pad
This is what people need! Thank you, especially for us new guys looks for gear, but also the new reviewers looking for a good role model! Killing it bro!
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If you're looking for an even cheaper gear set, I just posted a video covering a slightly heavier setup at half the cost of this one! You can find it at ruclips.net/video/V-N-GJjywLA/видео.html
Too late . . . my tent alone was over 700.00 after tax. I never put my spork in an airtight bag. Put it in something breathable to stop bacteria growth on hot days. If it's COLD it does not matter as much. I like the orange thin nylon bag mine came with. I love my NU-20 headlamp. My medical kit is basically a few antiseptic wipes, a few band-aids and some super glue and some Leukotape or Elasticon tape
How is one tigers 35+5 backpack
Sorry to be so off topic but does someone know a trick to get back into an Instagram account??
I stupidly forgot the password. I love any assistance you can give me
@Jack Maxwell Instablaster :)
@Rowan Cade i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and im trying it out now.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
I prefer all my gear cast iron, including the backpack.
Very smart. Start strong. Get stronger. Finish strongest.
I carry a electric heater and blanket along with a Coleman stove. I carry a marine battery with a converter for electricity. It all works great. I pull a wagon behind me on the AT to carry all my gear.
Haha well I had to help a guy carry his cast iron skillet once he was on the trail with a migraine laying down ...I'm not kidding we were in the mountains in California !
I wear a full suit of iron armor because it is waterproof
@@bear8903 nahhhh stainless is much better coz it dunt rust up
My family and I have been casually hiking for 15 years and we just recently decided we were going to take it to the next level. Your video has been a life saver and a money saver for us. I love how you time stamped your video as well as easy to follow linqs. I've watched this segment so many times and found you have very good content. My family and I are doing the Trans Catalina Trail to begin and we hope to do a couple trips into Shasta before summer. Thanks again!
Thanks for a super useful video. If camping I would tend to use my bicycle to take the weight, but even then keeping it down is important. I hike hills regularly here in Scotland but never take a tent with me. The camping mat pad is a thing I always carry on the outside front of my backpack: I have it tethered by a cord long enough to let me sit beside my rucksack, and importantly I have never to chase it across the side of a mountain! :) The short burner I have has tripod legs and a hose attachment to connect it to the gas though, as I am always wary of the poor stability of one screwed in direct onto the gas, then a pot teetering on top. I am glad you made the point about bringing rubbish back home: many people seem to think it's ok to leave burnt out cans in a fireplace or to 'hide' them with other stuff in the environment. That's certainly not my idea of leaving the place as you find it. I've subscribed so see more excellent videos like this one.
if all of us just leave our trash behind, there would be no nature as we know it. more important point than the weight of ones gear and so easily dismissed even if it should be obvious. respect to you sir and @geartest
@@rekyyli91 So true!
I totally agree re taking our rubbish back out with us, I also use a zip lock bag.
My maxim is to leave nothing but footprints, and take nothing but photographs. (Apart from the biodegradable content of the catholes of course. ;-) )
I was trying to figure out a way to do that because I love using my foam pad but hate having to chase it down on occasion
So maybe I'll try and fashion a tether
Hey man great video, it was very informative and realistic. I like how at the end you mention that it’s all about enjoying the out doors, this is true and it seems like a lot of people think they need to gear up like a thru-hiker when they’re backpacking in and camping. The more knowledge you have about gear and the outdoors, the less you need. Anyways great video man.
Not bad. As the miles & years add up, you'll find that "The more you know, the less you need." Subscribed.
What would you recommend for a beginner looking to start with like 10 to 20 mile trips but still doing my research for packing a bag
@@MrApple187 Leukotape for blisters. Darn Tough socks.
@@MrApple187 go with what you can afford. You can upgrade bits and bobs later. The best advice is pack what you think you'll need, and take the time to truly reflect when you come back what worked for you and what didn't. How it could be improved and where you might want to channel some extra cash later down the line.
But the first things you should definitely consider are decent shoes and good socks. Your everyday cotton will wreck you out there.
Past that, your environment/weather conditions will determine what is important. Above all, stay safe and have fun
@@MrApple187 if you don't know what something does don't get it. Seems obvious but if you see gear guides 90% of it is advertising posing as reviews. Splurge on the big 3 and then your odds and ends will fall into place. Also I love wearing oversized sweaters but for hiking closer cuts are needed for layering. I'm a big fan of cycling gear for that reason.
@@victorunger thanks
Ive had this pack for like 2 years and its been solid so far its good for backpacking/camping and edc/general travel
I remember the early 70s when I thought I was doing well with only 35 lbs on my back.
I have basically the same sleeping pad. I’m a side sleeper, so I blow up another pillow, stuff it in my Nemo pillow pocket and it’s just right 👍🏼
Used in sub 30 degrees this past weekend with sleet and rain overnight. No issues with the cold
Other great options that cost quite a bit less..... Trekology UL80 sleeping pad ($40) and the Featherstone Moondance 25 sleeping quilt ($199). In the 3 years since this video has gone up, the pad and quilt in this video has gone up dramatically, $90 for the pad and $300 for the quilt listed in the links.
The Gerber Dime actually has tweezers on it.
Chris Z. , I had mine for a year before I realized it had tweezers. Hahahaha!
Great research and nice presentation. Affordable UL gear is a great topic.
Great stuff! In case someone hasn't mentioned. Six moons now has a more budget friendly option to the Trekker. The Skyscape Scout, same layout as the Trekker but it's 34 oz and only $145.00. Some sites have it listed at 40oz, but the tag that comes with the tent states it's 34oz.
This would make a great BIKE packing kit too
I've never done a bikepacking trip, but I've been hearing a lot of people talk about it. I should try it sometime!
Do not forget used. Thrift stores sell typically sell name brand packs for under $10. I picked up a $150 Osprey for $25. That's rare but not impossible.
As l am planning to extend my hiking distances this summer, l found this video tutorial to be one of the better ones in requards to cost vs.content....more like than not, I'll be useing this video as a template as l go forward....good stuff....peace out!
Just researching on backpacks to use travelling cities. That word budget is why I am here. Thanks.
Love my Gerber dime great little multi tool,
but a good fix blade knife, or larger folding knife like a ranger grip swiss army knife, is 100% nessisary in your pocket, or on your belt somewhere in case of an emergency, many of them are super lightweight and you wont ever regret having it if you need it.
Teton is the Hyundai of outdoor gear. So much bang for your buck.
ive got a great setup for 200-300 just by taking my time and picking out items on sale, also not caring about brand names.
That's a nice pack but could really do with a lot more molle options to expand and strap stuff to it.
Try looking for the spray at Walmart called aska I think. It is for water proofing. You can use it on your tent and Walmart bags to help water proof them . This is what I use.
After the crap I carried in Iraq, any loadout under 45 lbs to me is considered "light."
I'm sure! I have several friends in the military that have told me stories of carrying 70lb packs through the desert. Gained a new appreciation for that when I started backpacking. Thank you for your service!
Haha been there brother :)
@J G and armor
I'm an Army veteran, I totally understand what you're saying....✌🇺🇲
lol my son says the same thing
Great Video. I have a 23 x 12 x 6 inches that I bought from Aldi store for $9.99 which comes as a small zipped bag, it has the hood with zip, 2 mesh pockets in front. Folds up into a little zip pouch which works as a inside pocket just below where the back string cinches up. Its a great light bag for everything for our 2 nights of camping for Boyscouting.
Yours is a super duper bag though.
We use the long spork so you can reach down into a food bag without getting your fingers in there.
I have that same stove. I love it! It’s lasted me a long time too.
Basic day hiking for me, I use the Teton sport 1100 and love it... Taking your advice on the 1600 for an overnighter. Great vid Thx.
Good list...but I bring maps and compass...weight.. more clothes...hike in PNW..so rain gear essential in hood mt. area. I'll definitely bring homemade firestarters..lint eggcarton wax ones..other then that..good list...also bear bag...and full internal bag to keep stuff dry...id add another pound to this weight
Very nicely done with links and all. Well done.
5:49 Easy for you to say from 2019 🧻🧻🧻🧻
I use the same cheap blue closed cell for a seat, but mine is wrapped in an old tablecloth w/ tape.
Thank you for all the detail, much appreciated!!
you should get a swiss army knife .. its tiny.. the knife is super sharp and it has scissors and tweezers .. its probably a quarter the weight
it would be interesting on how you would view a poncho tarp....which is a rain cover...pack cover....and a shelter....for about 12 ozs......
Very well organized backpack. How do you carry a bear canister when you need it?
I just swap out the nylon food bag for an Ursack Major and Opsack (amzn.to/2XeLpWA). Much lighter and takes up less space.
awesome video. and great gear ideas. will look into some of those items.
thanks so much! :)
Great video, really, for beginners and anyone to help with weight and cost!
Thanks, Trail Flea,,,
This was a really great reference video! Thanks for that! I just have one quick question though: how long does your fuel bottle last you for? Thanks!
I use freezer bags for my TP because they are water resistant and weight probably less than your nylon bag.
Very helpful video. Thx!
Amazing video! Very good interesting and well presented.
I was wanderinghow the pad is doing? Is he still good? Do you sleep bettwr on it then the klymit?
Thanks
Oh man… If they could make a 50-65 pack for under four pounds I’d be a very happy woman. My 45 + pack typically comes out to a whopping thirty pounds when I’m done with it, but that’s for week long treks in places with very unpredictable weather conditions. and a full water bladder.
I’m curious about the headlamp- does it have a red light for when you have campers around you that you don’t want to wake up?
Nicely done dude.
Put your toilet paper in a zip lock bag. It's waterproof, and costs next to nothing. In fact you can put a lot of things in zip locks to keep them water proof, contained and easy to pack.
Quart/Gallon ziplock bags and 13 Gallon trash bags good to have
Thanks! Some great recommendations.
Thank you for this video! Now I can finally get my pack down to 9lb, affordably nonetheless! I finally have room for my M249 and a couple boxes of linked belt-fed hollow points!
Every thing you recomended I sent back. Like the 19.00 dollar medical kit with 2.00 dollars worth of crap in it.
I actually found the Teton Cirque 1600 on Walmart (oddly enough!) for $70.09, if anyone is looking for it!
Thanks for the tip!
Great video, very informative. Thanks
how many days worth of food would you say fits in your pack? My food tends to take up the most space...lol. Obviously it goes back down, but starting out, can you fit 4 days of food in your setup?
So very cool Kiki, I'm working at a Folk Festival, sitting outside, and enjoying your video as much as the music going on inside.
Looking forward to your video vlogs, are you back on trail? Or still healing at home?
Great video! Would you take this same setup generally speaking on the PCT? Thanks for a great video!
Metric conversions please!
See new reply.
I just make my slave carry everything.
they're called porters.
Porter/Bellhop/Sherpa/Slave/The Artist Formally known as Prince whatever you call them in your region.
Great vid,thanks for the info
Great video. Thank you. I've read some comments on Amazon about BRS 3000t failing with collapsing arms. More than one comment on that issue. Anyone else have experience with it?
Plus my little red flier full of ice and beer
Hi Paul, Great job! I got few good tips from this. My one question though, how do you "leave no trace" I.e catholes?
Check out www.lnt.org. They have a lot of good info!
I really like this set up but my tent might be to big
I unfortunately am hell bent on using this tent it weighs like 2 lbs lol
this is the funniest comment section I've ever seen
Line inside of your pack with a trashbag to keep contents dry
can you do an updated 2021 version of this video?
That's on the list! I'll start researching and testing gear soon.
I would not really consider your set up low budget. I like the weight savings that you showed in the video. We recently started backpacking and found some really inexpensive gear on Amazon. Some good some bad. Maybe you can do a video showcasing some of those really inexpensive options.
Have you tried the BRS 3000T stove? It weighs in at 26 grams
Best stove iv ever owned. Have 3 extras for when I break one. And there so cheap under $20 and works better then my msr rocket and much cheaper.
Those Wal-Martstuff sacks arewaterp roof but the clips all had to be replaced after te second use. You would be better off carrying a garbage bag.
But you didn't have your tent in that base weight
Nice vid, good info.
Every youtuber nowadays recommends the expensive big brands. Everyone can do that. It’s way harder to find reliable but affordable ones. Good job.
Exactly! I'm watching these you tube videos trying to figure out who they are for. I've never met people who drop thousands on their kit. I always figured it was for the super long through hikers, but even the few I've met don't drop that kind of money.
probably bc they already have a brand deal or they want a brand deal
Challenge for someone cheap walmart backpack haul.
@@scottster8858 my favorite was some youtube dude talking about his tons of UL gear. I assumed he was some mege-mile thru-hiker. Turns out he just did weekend backpack trips! Probably not that many miles either. Just; why?
I have to correct you here sir. Yes they recommend the expensive stuff but they have a reason to do so. Those expensive brands are very small companies who use expensive material to craft their stuff. Their products are of a very high quality which will last for a long time what you, as a person who will use them everyday on your hike, will appreciate very much. If you do long distance hiking on basis, your gear determines the comfort tremendously. All in all, the expensive gear is completely worth it if you are a keen long-distance hiker.
GearTest: "There are some things, like toilet paper, that I'm gonna hope you already have on hand"
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2020: "Hold my beer"
Fast foreward 8 months and toilet paper is the most expensive item.
lol
@@lifesabeach5405 On EBay from all of the Richard Crainiums that maxed their credit cards stocking up of it, bloody ridiculous isn't it?!?!
One word
Bidet
@@brandonfoley7519 isnt that the guy running for president?
we're not going for less than three layers!
Backpacking is were you spend a fortune to live like a homeless person.
J A don’t have to spend a fortune at all... and you have a tent when backpacking so not really homeless if you think about it. Compare to other sports. Snowboarding, biking, kiteboarding, off-road , snowmachining, fishing all can cost way more so in the realm of outdoor sports I’d say it’s the cheapest option for a hobby. I bet you phone costs more than the gear needed to go backpacking. I guess you can just forgo hobbies and sit and watch tv but even cable for 6 months costs more than the gear needed to efficiently backpack comfortably. But to each their own.
...in comfort
what? homeless people aint out frolicking in the woods bruh. theyre in the city getting litty.
Iv been homeless and by the grace of God I'm not any more. And I now enjoy UL hiking/camping/hunting, let me tell you, there is no comparison between the two. I hope the coment was in jest, if it wasn't. Try being homeless for a month, no cell, no money, nothing. Just walk out your house with what u have on your back and discover a new perspective. By the end of the first week of shelters and begging for money you'll maybe see that your coment has zero bearing. Sorry for preaching its a touchy thing for me even 20 plus years since I went though that.
@@outdoorsythings2573 It sounds like you have every right to comment on this topic and it's probably a good thing you do, otherwise, people don't have a clue on what it would have been like to of walked in your shoes back then. By the sounds of it, you are doing much better now mate and im happy for you if it is much better. You ain't preaching brother, your giving people a better first-hand perspective, I've heard that comment connected to hiking and camping so many times and it pisses me off every time I see it as I've had some hard times in the past, but it sounds like you had it even harder. I just hope you have CHOSEN (As it is a choice) to make you a stronger and wiser person today, and not a down and out defeated person from those times, by the sounds of what you said, I believe you are stronger and wiser and keep passing on your wisdom brother!
God Bless.
Cheers,
Col.
This really cures my urge for most advanced/lightest brandname gears. Thx a million.
hell yeah! this is truly a costsaver vid.
Super helpful information...thanks!
For the footprint, just buy heavy duty window film they sell in the winter to insulate your homes windows with.
It’s the exact same stuff, it costs roughly $9-10 dollars (for the thick stuff), you’ll get more footprints for the money, and you can customize it to any number of tent shapes.
If you don’t like it, use it to insulate your windows and save some cash on heating expenses.
I make reusable inserts with this plastic, save 25% percent on heating bill
Which admittedly a made up number but you can feel the difference
Wow! This video has seen a lot of attention recently, so I just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone that has viewed, liked, and commented on this video. I'm a full-time student of mechanical and aerospace engineering, so I stay pretty busy, but I will try to respond to as many comments as possible. Thanks for your support, and happy trails!
Awesome video!!! Hope you do more!! Definitely a new subscriber now and 2 thumbs way up!
@@dannyshadle875me 2 :>
It was a good damm video
Hey! Great video. I appreciate the time stamps and links! You really know how to save a person time, money & weight haha.
I was wondering if you would humor the idea of doing a backpacking food video. Since you've been backpacking for 8 or so years I would love to see what your favorite trail meals are, if you DIY them etc.
Keep up the great work!
Great video. This helped a lot!
Save weight:
Tarp > Tent
Ziploc > stuff sack or 'kit bag'
Garbage disposal bag to line pack > pack cover, clothing stuff sacks, etc.
Evazote pad > air mattress (your frame/back pad, too)
Warm jacket + light sleeping bag > top cover with lots of fill weight
Well-fitted pack > frame
Slightly-undersized pack stuffed completely > frame
Leave stuff out of bags, especially a tarp. It serves as a mortar or fill all around everything to make the pack rigid. No need for a frame.
I just got back from a 6 day solo around the AT in NC and have to thank you for two great suggestions. First, the bandanna with the cookset was key. It kept everything bundled together in my pack and I appreciated having a clean space whether it was off the ground or inside a shelter. Second, the sleeping pad was amazing for the price. I almost didn't believe it would stand up but found it very durable. Thanks for the great suggestions and keep up the awesome content.
I'm glad to hear that those things worked out well for you! Thanks for coming back here to share your feedback! Out of curiosity, what was your temperature range at night? I still haven't had a chance to use the pad in colder weather.
While I understand and can appreciate people's trying to get their packs as light as possible, as with my bike it seems a silly goal until I lose these 15-20 extra pounds of flesh I'm lugging about. Until then, I view the extra pack weight as strength training.
Exactly, why spend a ton just to shave a bit of weight when you could spend a lot less, bare the burden and reap the strength benefits.
One can always take breaks more frequently also.
@@swirlingabyss
Yesssirrrr, been doing that for 3 months now training for my thru-hike on the AT in March. I put two 20 pound weights in the bag, and by the time March comes I will be able to carry 15-20lbs no problem.
gyffes gyffes I second this!
I've done those ruck marches in the marines and everyone fucking hates them. We all end up with permanent medical injuries from them.
Hi!
You have a good point there.
That being said it is much easier to buy lighter gear than lose the spare tire around my waist. :D
Nice list! Most folks recommend the regular Sawyer over the mini, as it has better performance for just an ounce penalty. Also, after having used a headlamp similar to the one you list, I think a lamp with a red lamp is crucial. The NU25 has it, and might be the better option.
This is a very well thought out, well presented list of affordable lightweight gear. Of course you could spend more and go even lighter, but this makes lightweight backpacking much more accessible to a lot more people. Definitely worth a watch.
Nice to see the links to each item. Thank you for taking the extra time. That's what we like to see.
Your exact setup pops up under "Customers who viewed this item also viewed" section of amazon when you look at the trekker tent! You've inadvertently started a movement it seems!
That is actually pretty cool.
We didn't get a TV until 1962 and it small, black and white, received two channels and finished at about 11pm. Now I have about 2 million channels but I can never find anything to watch.
I have never seen carrying so much stuff on a 26L backpack !!
Thank you for not shouting, dood. Excellent channel. Teton also makes a great 50L pack. I hiked it all over Japan like a lunatic for years.
Thanks for the vid, always appreciate thoughts on gear. As for the Six Moon Designs tent I can say I tried this item on the Appalachian Trail (using a trekking pole as the tent pole) and found it very difficult to get a good pitch. The main problem I found was that unless the guy lines were very taut and at a near perfect angle the tent would otherwise sag throughout the course of the night to within inches of my face, even worse if it rained or condensation was high. I ended up ditching this item for a tent with better structure and was ultimately more comfortable. While I'm sure others have had no problems with this tent, this has been my experience.
So this kit has no pack liner, no sleeping clothes, no jackets, no gloves, and an emergency poncho as rain gear? So it's not 9lbs base weight. Stop preying on poor and/or stupid people. P.S. The gas can is always included in baseweight.
"I don't like carrying a pack cover because of the extra weight"
says the man carrying kleenex lmao
Haha I have the same stove. I believe the original manufacturer of that stove is “itekcity”. It’s a great little stove!
Awesome set up. Unfortunately for me, up in the Canadian Rockies I need some warmer gear.
You’ve got some awesome production here man! Cheers!
Lots of great info and gear suggestions. You just got a new subscriber and a thumbs up. Keep up the good work.
I only use the most expensive gear recommended to me by backpacking magazine that overcharge companies for full page gloss ads. That’s what makes the expensive gear better. Lol
I'm glad that I saw this. I'm dialing in my 2020 PCT adventure and have found that I want some lighter gear. I'm interested in the head lamp, tent and quilt. I was going to get the BA Tiger wall 2 (2lb savings), Black Diamond revolt (so not to carry batteries) and the Enlightened equipment Enigma 20 (approx 1.5 lb savings). 3.5 lb savings. The items that you presented are something to think about. I tried REI Flash pad until it leaked, therma rest x-lite, noisy and uncomfortable. I went with the Nemo insulated tensor regular which is up to standards. Don't like flat stuff.
Enjoy your PCT trip! Let me know how the Tensor holds up. I may switch to an insulated pad during the winter.
The closed cell foam pad also makes a great fan to help get your campfire going.
Thanks for the idea
LOL seeing the television took me back to my childhood when we were the remote control, the antenna adjuster etc. It was good being a kid in the 60s.
And the theme music took me back to Stockcharts!
Darn rich kids and their fancy television sets... I had a homemade radio kit.
Lol me too, back to the 60s!
I agree it was great in the 60s I miss walter Cronkite the girls wearing halter tops and hitchiking
Please carry another knife besides this one. Something, anything. Your life may depend on it. I would recommend, as a counter point to the dime (which i own and find to be flimsy) a Mora Knif. You can baton wet wood to get a fire started. Cut up pegs for your tent or toggles. Feather fire sticks. The dime won't handle any of these tasks well, if at all.
Yes, I don't understand his thinking on that either. Also concerning is that the water bottles don't seem very secure, but maybe they are when they are filled.
back in the day my pack weight was between 65-85 lbs. gear was heavy. i was also young and an athlete so it didnt matter. Now my weight is around 30 lbs with a helinox chair and a couple bushcraft tools.
Unfortunately my kit was 70 lbs, and now is in the mid sixties. Don't know how to do it cheaply, but I need to cut another 10 lbs.
I will do another video soon when I show what I carry and what I have been doing to try and lighten it.
Great review - very inspiring ! According to this I only need to get the UL backpack and I am good to go :-)
@ 8:50 you mention that you don't carry the rain cover - but checking on the Amazon website I saw that it is actually sewn to the backpack. Did you cut it off ?
One of the best equipment presentation I’ve ever seen! Obviously an experienced backpacker. Your explanations and reasons you give are spot in. Thanks.
Don't buy a cheap ground pad if it's cold where you're going. The floor of the tent is very thin and the pad is the only thing insulating you when you lay down (altough sleeping bags help) but if you use a Quilt like me the ground pad is super important. 3 Most important things to spend the most on, Tent, Sleeping bag/Quilt, Ground pad
This is what people need! Thank you, especially for us new guys looks for gear, but also the new reviewers looking for a good role model! Killing it bro!