9.5kg Ultralight BackPacking Kit AFTER 6 Days On The West Highland Way

[@StephenJReid]

Just in case you are wondering when the other 5 (yes 5!) videos from the West Highland Way are coming out: There will be a gap to fit in another more urgent project this week and then I hope to get back to publishing the WHW videos in just over a week. They are VERY time consuming to edit, 20-40hours each, with multiple cameras, maps, voice overs, extra shoots to stitch things together, sound, colour grading etc. But I'm really looking forward to sharing them and I think I have saved the best video in the series for the very end 🙂

[@TheOutdoorsStation]

No need to appologies for the WHW delay Stephen. I don't think people are aware of the production time difference between 'excellent' videos and 'average' videos, unless they start to try it themselves. I'm sure they will be as enjoyable as your other content. My Skye Trail video was in horrendous weather but it makes for a good story and also explains that people shouldn't expect perfect blues skies whenever they go into the hills. Plan for the worst - hope for the best is my motto.

[@heatherdickau5335]

Just spent over 34 minutes watching a video about camping gear I will never use because I don't camp. I like comfort and dislike bugs and snakes. But Stephen makes every video so very entertaining. And has a way of keeping them interesting. Good job!

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks for watching Heather!

[@PhilWaud]

In a world full of backpack breakdowns for ultralight through hikes, this is by far the best one I have seen! I love how you take the time to explain the pros and cons of the various options and give a whole shed load of advice! Thank you so much.

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks Phil! I don’t see the point in just showing the items, needs to be explained why that particular item was chosen.

[@PhilWaud]

@@StephenJReid you did it so well mate, like I said, there are plenty of vids but I haven't seen any that makes as much sense.

[@Ruckanonymous]

Always appreciate a gear list done after the hike. So we can get a review of what you liked and didn't. A lot more useful than a pre-hike gear list in my opinion. Edit: spelling

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks. That’s why I waited, originally I was going to do it before but from previous experience I knew I might change my mind on some stuff.

[@needtokeepwalking]

This is the first gear dump I have enjoyed in ages. So refreshing to watch someone who thinks about their gear and not just copy every other pootuber.

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks! I’ve come at this from my trail/mountain running background which has probably influenced a few of my choices.

[@misterpontypine]

I’m a new subscriber and love your practicality to carrying a portable home for multiple days of hiking eg hygiene and health, shelter, sleep, water, etc. I’m an avid watcher of your films now so thank you for the effort you go to in sharing it. I did a coast to coast following Hadrians Wall wildcamping and you’ve given me some great ideas to lighten my load. You’re honest eg blisters, too which really helps. And alcohol stoves work best for me too as a lightweight option. To have so little weight for the journey you did was fab. Thank you 🙏

[@StephenJReid]

Glad you're finding them useful!

[@AdventureMuse]

I just ordered the Harrier poles from this video for both my daughter and me for our upcoming backpacking trips. They are light and more affordable (even with shipping to the US) then a pair from REI. Thanks Stephen!

[@StephenJReid]

I didn’t realise they shipped outside the UK!

[@thenextadventure8079]

Have to agree with others who have commented to say that this was the best gear breakdown (what was in my pack) video we have watched…and we’ve seen a few! Amazing how you kept the weight down. We love the thought of doing a through hike, we’ve got all the kit now, but still worry about the weight (typical older folks!) 😕 Also, very interesting to know how long you take to edit - it’s the same for us….hours and hours of work. We fully appreciate that and look forward to your next videos….Tim & Selina

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks appreciate that! I was actually worried it wasn’t very good

[@RamblingOn]

I love seeing different load outs even if I'm not planning a big trip. This has made me rethink some things that I carry regularly on camping trips like two head torches. I could carry one and save 150g considering it's only properly dark for 5 hours these days 😂 I'm undecided about the trail runners, I like the idea but I think I'll be sticking with boots for now at least. Cheers for the video, it's given me food for thought 👍

[@StephenJReid]

Glad you found it useful! The trail runners switch has seemingly come from the USA from people doing really long distance trails. Definitely suit a drier climate better but personally I’m done with heavy boots for anything but cold winter conditions. I think the goretex version of these ones would have been perfect for these conditions.

[@thebaldmanwithlonghair6470]

I adore my Altra Lone Peaks. I was a boots man for years, but now I basically go straight from my B2 boots when I'm doing winter munros, to trail runners for spring, summer and autumn. Occasionally if it's slightly colder I'll wear Merrell Moab low rise shoes (the non Goretex ones as they're more breathable) and bring waterproof socks for river crossings, really boggy days, etc where wet and cold will be an issue. A massive factor of making trail runners work in wetter conditions is the right socks. Wet shoes and cheap socks is horrid. I use Darn Tough and find that they remain as comfortable even if wet. Trail runners dry quickly. Whereas once boots are wet you're in for a rough time.

[@camping_guru_uk]

So inspiring, I was out wild camping a day or so before New Year in the Peak District with 16kg and it nearly killed me 😂 (first winter camp for 30+ years) so I think maybe winter camping is not for me but... I'm really wanting to go on a 5-6 day hike in the summer and your film has definitely got me thinking "how light can I go" so thank you so much for this. Gary

[@StephenJReid]

You’re welcome. What I’ve been learning is that you really have to train for heavier camps. I spent a few weeks before winter doing weighted hikes just to try and get a bit more used to carrying weight. But my preference is lighter camps.

[@camping_guru_uk]

@@StephenJReid well certainly didn't do any training and I'm 19st and in my mid fifties so I should of known better 😂😂😂

[@johnsmith-oz5kj]

Your Scottish accent is so awesome and makes this already valuable and informative video even more cool!

[@StephenJReid]

You’re welcome. Although I’m not Scottish, I’m Northern Irish, but there are similarities/connections with the accent and history

[@e.k.4508]

Scottish, awesome 😅 But an accent can be really hard to place when you're not from the UK or Ireland. I probably would be also wrong in categorizing people as Canadians or Americans 😊

[@Mat-eq8mk]

It's crazy how light gear has become, even in the last few years. My backpack is close to 4kg with nothing in it! Great video - thanks!

[@StephenJReid]

My winter backpack is 3.5kg with nothing in it, but it's a heavy one with camera inserts designed for filmmakers and photographers. But loads of sub 1kg packs about now these days

[@trooperwolfie]

Footwear wise, I used bridgedale liner socks under my outer socks with non waterproof trail runners. I had wet feet most days on the whole Pennine way, I didn't get a single blister (some people also use toe socks liners that also reduce blisters on toes) buy some plastic foot bags, used for pedicures/footcare, when you get to camp, dry/powder your feet, put dry socks on, then the plastic foot bags then put your wet shoes back on, your feet stay dry and your body heat dries your shoes out while round camp/in the pub. The last time I did the Pennine way, I used bread bags, but you don't half get some funny looks while walking round the shops/pubs , the clear foot shaped bags are much better. I'll probably do a kit list before we set off on the Pennine way at the end of the month, watch this space as they say 👍🏻

[@StephenJReid]

First time I’ve gotten a blister in a long time. That powder sounds like a good idea

[@waxman4207]

Nice gear choices, I have similar. Doing it for the 4th time next April. Dialing my kit in for the lowest I can manage with full comfort as I'll be 71 next year, gone are the days of 30/40 lb packs 😂

[@StephenJReid]

I met a retired teacher from Germany, she was carrying 15kg and was about 4’8”!

[@e.k.4508]

Oh, I did that in my twenties. About 15-18 kilos. Even then it wasn't fun. And I still slept on an aluminium pad of 3 mm... So glad with all the choices in good gear these days! Also I've got a bit more to spend, so ultra light weight is within reach. I'm turning 60 next year and plan to work 4 days a week (instead of 7 days), so I can make some km next year on the weekends

[@PotooBurd]

This is so informative! Great job, fantastic reporting!🌻🌼🐝 Keep it up 🙌

[@StephenJReid]

Glad you found it useful! 🙂

[@mikepalmer8]

Thinking of doing WHW soon, but I don't think it will either super easy or barely an inconvenience. Nice to spot another Ryan George fan!

[@StephenJReid]

I’m going to ask you to get all the way off my back about that 🤪

[@rosshand2019]

Cracking video! Planning to do this hike in October to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK, my pack weight without consumables at the moment is 10kg - a few luxury’s included like a chair. Thanks for showing us what you took!

[@z0uLess]

Thats a lot of stuff! I am constantly trying to shave off things I bring with me. Ultralight is great and all, but the lightest option is to not even having the ultralight thing in the first place.

[@pixelpeter3883]

Eventhough I have no intention of doing what you did, I found it very interesting to see what you were able to squeeze into that backpack :-) Cannot wait to see the Rannoch Moor section

[@StephenJReid]

Why so keen on that section? It was a vast area, views for miles.

[@pixelpeter3883]

@@StephenJReid I like vast open places with views :-)

[@alexandrawessel4717]

Great video as always! just a quick fyii which i am sure by now you know. the selfie stick for the insta360 comes as a selfiestick/tripod. i have and love it. More than i love the camera itself :)

[@Darvoutdoors]

Great video liked and subscribed. On way to watch the WHW videos now 🤘

[@steffenchristmas1987]

Really interesting and well thought out setup. Thanks for sharing. That filter looks good. Better than my Salomon/Katadyn option. Just a thought on your "spare" softflask - probably still worth taking. If you hole/split your main filter softflask (I've done it!) you'll need a way to carry on using your water filter... Instinct: great packs. Really stable. I use the (slightly) smaller version for running adventures. I get your point about taking the pack on and off can be time consuming. I've found arm sleeves/hat/gloves/buff allow me to regulate temp and minimise clothing changes whilst on trail. Arm sleeves were the major improvement in this system for me. I've been doing this sort of thing for decades now - before it was cool! Before it had a name (Fastpacking). I just called it "run camping" and people used to think I was insane.I guess at least there's a name for my "condition" now. 😁 A few things that I've found useful that I hope others can benefit from too... "Source" water bottles/carriers. These will also take boiling water (yes really) and it's meant I can get away with a lighter sleep system and still be comfortable. A "hot water bottle" is also useful for drying socks/gloves overnight. Brynje mesh baselayers. Nothing dries faster/regulates temp and moisture better. Also ultralight. Patagonia Airshed Pro: works well on it's own or over a mesh base layer. Really gamechanging well thought out piece and easy to regulate temp with sleeves pulled up, hood on/off, zipped/unzipped. Dries fast. Comfortable to sleep in.Works well as a mid layer too as it breathes well enough. Can happily use Alpha Direct under it. Alpha Direct: muuuuch lighter than merino and doesn't hold water like merino does. Also soft and comfortable. Higher performance. I'll shutup now but hopefully some of that is useful to someone. When you're running your adventures you soon learn to be much more critical of your gear and distill what you want to the essence. Happy Trails. 😊

[@Keith-TerraVenture]

And in the blue corner Stephen "200g" Reid. Ding ding.. great video buddy, look forward to seeing the rest of the trip. We were under the same rain clouds! Shame for the weather you got, but this week its been 🌨️ snowing on high tops so every cloud eh

[@StephenJReid]

I think cycling in the rain is worse than running in it. Just did 40miles in the rain on the bike and hated it

[@Trundlebugg]

I used to have a sawn off toothbrush! 😃 I can’t do these kinda walks/camps at the moment but for the same reasons carrying less weight is very helpful so this was really useful. Have been slowly swapping out my kit for lighter stuff the last couple of years and my faves are my 76g mammut waterproof and highly recommend arcteryx atom hoodies, packs down really well and much more windproof than my feathers. Was out in the snow in that and a thin fleece with optional shirt in the snow in Jan and it was perfect! Confession 🤗 my dog has an exped kids mat in a cover I made for it when I’m at the allotment on a cold day. They were on a really good sale at go outdoors and were only a coupla £ more than the bog standard ones I’d be interested in your take on walking poles

[@StephenJReid]

Poles video was shot during the West Highland Way hike so it’ll be out in 2/3 weeks I think. But they are game changing

[@Trundlebugg]

@@StephenJReid cool I’ll keep an eye out 👍 I’ve mostly ignored them as my shoulders are not in great shape but have been rethinking recently

[@e.k.4508]

Would a long toothbrush not be a better fit in norovirus area? Then you don't have to touch your mouth with your fingers

[@AjaySingh-228]

Great video is for anyone planning a backpacking trip...oh you have lots of cameras I love it all, especially the Dji pocket 3 and 360 camera...Goos smart watch makes a detailed review. 16:06 its cool I love to learn about new gadgets...Overall, this seems like a well-planned and lightweight kit. Thanks for sharing Sir

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks Ajay, glad you found it useful!

[@GyulaJentetics]

Totally perfect professional man!😎👍😍

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks! 🙂

[@efvanyberg]

Nylon stocking type knee socks at 60 denier will prevent blisters, in my experience. I stopped using wool socks because they do get wet when you're out in trail shoes (that's kind of the whole idea - embrace the water) and the wool take aaages to dry and it's the wet socks that gives blisters. Nylon is funny in that you don't really feel the wet conditions, the nylon prevents the chafing of the shoe and they dry out super quickly. Together with Altra shoes they are perfect.

[@alexandermajor6467]

great video - some really useful tips! recommend the east highland way - way better than the west!

[@GokuRunnerV0]

Nice Suunto Watch there. I have it and the tracks are amazing

[@StephenJReid]

Yeah I’m really enjoying using it. Big difference to the small garmin watches I had been using

[@drytool]

I had the same experience with waterproof socks, plus after I got them wet they smelled like 10x wet dog! Just wanted to let you know Durstongear is definitely coming out with strapped Iceline poles.

[@nickchurchman6815]

Good list - I have the same tent and think it is perfection especially as poles are essential 👍 Looking forward the other films - to see how much pain you go through 😂 (sorry - I’m not laughing - honest)

[@StephenJReid]

Quite a bit more pain to come 😂🙈

[@Rationalskeptic49]

Found your breakdown of the kit you used really informative and so much better than most others I've seen. Would be interested in your views on the Brynje Thermo Shirt (I've bought the merino summer & winter versions). I've found them fantastic for thermoregulation, although they need to be worn under another base layer as they make you look like Rab C Nesbit! Also, the Pitch Meeting reference was Tight!

[@StephenJReid]

Glad it was useful! Are those the string vest things? My feeling is that I’d like all my layers to be able to be worn alone and I would NOT look good in just one of those 😂

[@Rationalskeptic49]

@@StephenJReid I don't either, that's why you'll never see me in them without another layer🤣. But I don't sweat as much wearing them, which is a big bonus

[@royg6173]

Super video! Very curious about your back problems- worth explaining further in a video. Surely carrying a backpack is tough going with such a problem?

[@StephenJReid]

I've had on off lower back & hip pain since I was in my early 20s. Seems to be my nerves get irritated easily. Apparently it's likely mostly caused by sitting working at a computer with bad posture. but it's also been triggered by carrying heavy backpacks or the wrong footwear. Hasn't been a problem the last couple of years as I've worked on improving my back strength and generally mobility better.

[@HoggsvilleAdventures]

I'm so thankful the midges in South Africa (at least the parts that I'm from) don't bite, they're a nuisance around bins but they generally leave us alone, we don't need any of the anti midge kit here.

[@StephenJReid]

It’s hard to get an idea of just how unbearable they are until you’ve been driven half mad by them. It’s a totally unbearable sensation

[@frostybloke]

'Super easy, barely an inconvenience' :D

[@StephenJReid]

😜

[@nickpope567]

Try 'Trench' foot balm - basically waterproofing for feet. Even if they get wet you won't get that white waxy softening that leads to foot problems.

[@StephenJReid]

I’ll have to check that out thanks!

[@jakegreenwoodphotography]

Be interesting to do the list with the ballpark prices of each item, (excluding filming equipment) to see the cost of the full kit. I tend to shy away from summing up the cost of my camping kit because i know it’ll be high. But it’d still be interesting

[@StephenJReid]

I don’t think I want to know either 🙈 but not a bad idea

[@alangauld6079]

It's been a great series, I watched this one last.... I'm currently planning on doing the WHW in late February so heavier duty waterproofs and more food/cook gear(a lot of cafes etc are closed). But I'm still aiming for a load out of about 25lbs(~11-12kg). We'll see.

[@hedgerowsandzeros]

I came here to say something 😄 Oh yeah nice run thru thanks 👍

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks fer the comment 😁

[@Sl0wp0k3]

Hi Stephen, thanks for the quality content! I'm planning the WHW next year and your video's are very helpfull towards prepping for the trip. The devil is in the details so a video like this is much appericiated! By any chance your doing a video review on the Instinct Alpi 40? My setup & expected weight will be similair to yours but I'm a bit conserned about the lack of a waist strap on the Alpi. Did you had any shoulder fatique or did the double “V” side straps really helped take the load off your shoulders? Shame on the velcrow, you would expcect a little but more from a pack in this category, did you ended up fixing it or you just use it without? One last question if you don't mind, how did the pack held up in the pouring rain, I didn't see you use any rain cover. Slàinte Mhath!

[@StephenJReid]

You've reminded me that I really need to make my proper review of this bag. 1. It's definitely NOT waterproof, it's ok in a light shower. But for continuous rain you'll want to make sure kit that needs to stay dry is in dry bags as water eventually seeps in. 2. Up to about 10Kg it's totally comfortable. Took a bit of getting used to as it initially feels a bit weird, but I never felt the lack of the waist straps, it spreads the weight over your torso like a hug. and the lack of waist strap means's you feel a lot more free which I really liked. and you can run with it. You definitely want to make sure you are carrying at least 1kg on the front though, helps to balance it. easy to achieve with the water bottles. 3. Velcro was really necessary as its a roll top so I've never fixed it. 4. It's one of my favourite bags now.

[@sandyknight3910]

I bought poles, but actually dont think I know how to use them correctly... (or if I even got decent ones) I will look forward to a video on doing so as I really want to do more walking now I am approaching retirement. great chanel, I've been binging several videos at a time!

[@StephenJReid]

Thanks! Poles are brilliant for just about everything once you figure out the best way to use them

[@sandyknight3910]

@@StephenJReid its the figuring out thats my issue, I tend to use just one as a walking stick...and how to gauge the depth of water I am crossing. sure thats not right! Lol. Are there any more 'highland way' videos way coming. loved that adventure!

[@e.k.4508]

​@@sandyknight3910It's not that difficult. If you are unsure, there are some great instruction videos. Search for "How to use trekking poles" and some will come up. They're really great at preventing accidents, as a workout for the upper body and at preventing wearing down your kneecaps. And of course to serve as a tent pole.

[@alanrobertson5497]

Very informative, some great ideas.

[@snoop2477]

Two pairs of socks = no blisters. Your feet are going to get wet, particularly with low cut trail runners. TBH, most trail based shoes in Goretex, like my Mid GTX Salomons will get micro holes if you get off trail - and so lose their waterproofness pretty quickly. The gaiters keep the rubbish out (excuse the reference to rubbish given...). Icebreaker Merino Hike+ Light + Merino Hike+ medium socks. Job done.

[@northernswedenstories1028]

Depends on type of blister. Double socks only prevents friction blisters. Many people also suffer from impact related blisters or toes rubbing together. If toes rub then toe socks help a lot. Impact blisters are harder to solve, especially if you have overlapping toes.

[@StephenJReid]

This blister got worse even on the double sock days. It was a weird one. Haven’t had a blister like it for a long time. Usually body glide plus double layer socks is bulletproof. Possibly because the shoes were quite new

[@snoop2477]

​@StephenJReid oh Mate. I've been caught out at the start of a hike with one pair on - and a blister develops. Game over after that! Thanks for the great content and humour. You crack me up

[@babcockandbobbins]

@@northernswedenstories1028 agreed, ive double socked for years and haven't had blisters but I did the WHW around the same time as Stephen and it was so hot on my first 2 days that my double socking meant that my feet overheated which is what caused my problems. I had planned to pre tape my feet but forgot.

[@babcockandbobbins]

@@StephenJReid yeah, my double socking failed me on this trip - think it made my feet overheat. next long trail im going to try a half size bigger trail shoe plus a single medium thickness pair of nijinji toe socks and see how that works.

[@grant666uk]

Think I might need to rethink my bag for my second trip in Sept. My Osprey Atmos is about 2kg empty. lol

[@StephenJReid]

Depends on your mileage and weather. In colder weather I’d be using a different bag and closer to 15kg

[@jonrandall4005]

I knew you weren’t an ultra light back packer the minute you didn’t pull out a piece of cling film as your tent, a crisp packet as a sleeping bag and a waterproof jacket made from spiders webs!

[@StephenJReid]

😂 I use “ultralight” as more an attitude rather than a strict weight to keep to. Comfortable Ultralight I’ll call it

[@jonrandall4005]

Thank you for bringing our attention to Pure clear water filters and Loomi merino products especially, I like to support British companies where possible.

[@Andyjd64]

As an avid podcast listener, I'm intrigued by which podcasts you listened to during your trip. Can you share?

[@StephenJReid]

I listened to a Not Just The Tudors episode about the Glencoe Massacre as research for one the videos. Also Kermode & Mayos take about movies.

[@mukkaar]

Waist strap is meant to take some weight off your shoulders, so it's only needed if your pack weighs so much as to need one. If you are packing, and not just buying UL, you should not generally need one.

[@EzeAdventurer]

Hey bud nice gear choices! Xmid 1 or Xmid 1 Pro?? What do you think about DCF vs sylpoly/nylon?

[@user17923]

pro is lighter but doesn't have an inner wall you should definitely research them b4 hand. i chose the pro but the ximd seems good

[@StephenJReid]

The only benefit to the Xmid pro is saving 300grams. Which isn’t a lot. But a big one for me is that apparently DCF is much noisier in rain and I can’t sleep in heavy rain even with earplugs in. I always prioritise better sleep. That said I may change my mind in the future. I’d love to test the pro.

[@EzeAdventurer]

@@StephenJReid Thanks mate, I appreciate it. I do think 300g is actually quite a lot though, considering both tent's base weight is already quite low!

[@Hikingjoe383]

OK Stephen I'm calling up to yours as my bag is a ton.

[@StephenJReid]

😂

[@wgeluk77]

Hi Stephen, thanks voor de nice WHW video's. Walked the WHW myself two weeks ago and used a Insta360 Flow gimbel with phone to film. But I find it not the most user friendly and fast solution. Want to replace it for the Insta360 X4 or the DJI Pocket 3 Creator. I see that you used both. I was wondering why you bring both en not one? And if you could take only one with you on the WHW, which one would it be and why? I look forward to your response.

[@Martycycleman]

That's very helpfull 😊

[@StephenJReid]

Glad it’s helped Marty! Anything in particular you found useful?

[@JarradShaw]

2 nitecore 10,000 are my go to for light weight and super fast charging.

[@e.k.4508]

Mine too! I've got both the nitecore and the Anker. The Nitecore is surprisingly faster in charging

[@SaunterOn]

"do a wild poo" 😂 Thanks for the video...full of good tips 🤓

[@StephenJReid]

It’s a new trendy kind of poo

[@calebe16]

would you mind showing how you burn the little cone and candle? do you let it burning through the night, inside the tent, while you sleep? Isn't there a fire a risk?

[@jj2536]

how important is going ultralight? would extra weight have slowed you down much or would it just been more uncomfortable? presumably light weight also means higher prices too? think id rather go a bit slower and carry a bit extra just to make it a more pleasant experience.

[@StephenJReid]

This wasn’t extreme ultralight, I was determined to keep the weight under 10kg but hardcore ultralight hikers would be aiming for 5-7kg. Benefits for me: could run while carrying, move faster, more comfortable on trail, makes space for cameras without overloading and I also enjoyed the challenge. Some ultralight kit is cheap like alcohol stoves. This tent isn’t super expensive either, it’s about £300. My last sub 1kg tent was double that and it was a UK brand. There are wallet friendly options out there that could get down quite low. But yeah the absolutely lightest and also quality kit is more expensive

[@MrStoffin]

Great video….its a subscribe from me fella….very informative and helpful…what were the drysacks you are using for your sleeping gear and socks…size and make..?

[@GearTutorials]

Hey Stephen, how much did the tent set you back with import fees etc?

[@StephenJReid]

It was around £300 so expensive but significantly cheaper than something like a terra nova laser compact 1, which was my previous sub 1kg tent

[@GearTutorials]

Cheers for replying Stephen. Looks alright for that price. Currently got a robens chaser 2. Want to love it but it let me down on the 3rd time using it so keeping eyes out for alternatives in case I get rid of the robens 😅

[@muerj8222]

Hello, Stephen. Which do you think is more suitable for running and which is more stable, OMM phantom 25L or instinct backpack in this video?

[@StephenJReid]

I’ve used both and the instinct is more stable as long as you don’t put too much in it

[@urbanmtb3984]

What is the ruck sack called please

[@timecrash85]

Strangely, I don't see any bag liners or covers. But the rest of the items resonate.

[@StephenJReid]

I did have them, just didn’t talk about them

[@jonnyrunz]

What happened to day 3 etc was worried about you hope all ok

[@StephenJReid]

Day 3 still in the edit. I'd hoped to get it out instead of this video. But I wasn't going to have enough time. The trail videos are very time consuming to edit as I used 5 different cameras and I'm trying to match the map locations, have to record extra bits to fill in the blanks and voice overs. 20-40hours per video. And another more urgent sponsored project has landed in the middle as well. So I hope to get back to the WHW videos in just over a weeks time.

[@jakegreenwoodphotography]

We will be happy whenever it comes out! Don’t let it be a stress 🍻

[@jonnyrunz]

No rush just glad all ok 👍

[@Andy-Mesa]

Hey friend, your gear is cool but 9.5kg is not even remotely ultralight, which is usually defined as under 10 lbs (4.5 kg)

[@StephenJReid]

For me ultralight is about using the minimal kit for your needs rather than hitting a weight target, although that is part of it. Some of this kit would fit into a “stricter”ultralight load kit so I think it counts. I carry a lot of extra kit for filmmaking which adds about 2kg to the weight and I was also including about 1kg of food. Take the food and camera kit off and it’s down to 6.5kg.

[@user-nu2pj2ch7t]

Ultralight has a specific definition regardless of what it means to ‘you’ so it’s either a clickbait title or just an ignorant one but either way it’s wrong

[@Greghikes1]

Do you mean 9.5LBS? (to be ultralight?)

[@StephenJReid]

9.5kg, but without the cameras, food & electronics I think it would be about 6.5kg. I aim for what I call a “comfortable ultralight” so prioritising sleep and taking a bigger mat. I think good sleep is more useful than shedding another 300grams.

[@Greghikes1]

@@StephenJReid ah ok no worries. Just in case you didn't know, I'm the thru hiking world, ultralight is defined as a base weight of less than 10lbs. Good videos though, well done!

[@Bikepacking]

I got rid of my larger power banks ie 26000 few years ago now have 3 10,000 only take 3 hours to charge all of them and if one fails i still have 2

[@StephenJReid]

Interesting! What brand and model are you using? I can’t find any that charge that fast

[@Bikepacking]

@@StephenJReid POWERBOOM X10 10000mAh waterproof (IPX7) powerbank your lucky only sell in uk charge in 3 hours .. i also have one of these Elecjet - World’s Fastest Charging Power Bank Charges 100% in 27 Min, 10,000mAh Graphene Power Bank, Dual Action Charging, Fast Charge Compatible but very expensive

[@e.k.4508]

​@@StephenJReidCheck out the Nitecore 10.000: lightweight and charging super quick. I've used one for over a year now, it's great. A pair of them are a bit lighter than an Anker 20.000 ánd charging a lot faster

[@petewilcock]

Swiss army knife batman?

[@StephenJReid]

😂😂 Bantam

[@จุ่ย-ฅ4ษ]

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[@thomaskerr2477]

very nice kid used video , am new to your video , i been watching lots of videos from all over more in scotland if can fine , any way my idea of trip first long trip any way is on my 4 year old ebike , so what my question for you is what do think newbie bikepacking ebike adventure person as basic kit needed to me more kit idea ,me can do video like that so i not like buying stuff doint really need ,.......i watched quick video of pictish trail idea go around pictish sites nice video ...........any thanks your time

[@StephenJReid]

I’m heading on an e-bike camping trip tomorrow. I’m still figuring out my kit. It’s a tricky one!

[@thomaskerr2477]

@@StephenJReid ooo so looking for that video then ,as to kit wise , your videos are fun and enjoyable,ebikes are triky one in form of power and recharge , my bike has 625 battery so just working on my options spare battery or smallest power bank with ac outlet option also me ebike to ev car adaptor there like 25 to 40 pound but then if close to electric car charge then pop the adapter into , but got make sure take main charging cable ,any way thanks for your reply

[@alfoutdoors9660]

RE your Lixada 420ml Ti pot and contents...You said it weighs 200g, which I am assuming is including all the contents? And the 100ml of Alcohol + the fuel bottle probably weighs another 100g for a total of 300g, which you also claim is about half the weight of the lightest gas setup? Well, my Toaks Light 650ml Titanium pot, including lid, 100g Gas canister, BRS3000T Titanium stove, custom Titanium windshield, a butane lighter, a Decathlon folding spork, a shortened plastic teaspoon, a DCF canister storage bag and a DCF pot storage bag weighs 312g...So I have 130ml more capacity, with a lot more gear inside than you, for just 12g more! So you could have taken a larger gas setup for even less weight that you have there!

[@JarradShaw]

REI has suburb NANOfiber cloths for 8-9 US dollars. I have bought 6 in different colors for cleaning dishes, cleaning me, and for quick and easy sweat absorption

[@StephenJReid]

Sounds useful!

[@arthurrafferty4102]

I love camping but honestly if I could afford to spend that type of money on gear I think I'd book into hotels and guest houses.

[@StephenJReid]

That’s only cheaper for 1 or 2 trips. 6 nights of hotels on the WHW could cost £500-£600

[@Ronaldstenson]

9.5kg plus water isn’t ultralight

[@Thesolitaryhiker]

Still bloody light 😂

[@richardpegg9265]

sorry - first item 300euros - hm, get fitter and carry heavier gear. this sort of thing is pricing people off the hills and trails. put a bit more training in, and carry 15k of older gear. better for the environment (no endless upgrading) and better for most peoples budget. stop this ultra specializing for something as basic as the WHW - not needed. now if you'd popped 30 munros onto the route - i'd have some sympathy.

[@StephenJReid]

Um no one is being forced to buy any of this stuff or to take the ultralight approach , why feel so threatened?

[@richardpegg9265]

@@StephenJReid not threatened - just weary. i'm old and the sooner i fall off an old favourite the better. atb and enjoy those hills

[@StephenJReid]

@@richardpegg9265 there’s people of all ages, backgrounds and disposable income levels enjoying being outside. Hope you find some refreshment to your weariness.