Backpacking Gear You Should Buy First And Why

[@AmyRoutt]

I agree with this! One of the things I did when I started backpacking was spend time and money to wait for/buy pieces of gear that I didn't feel the need to upgrade after just a few years. I know not everybody has that luxury, but it really saved me a lot of money in the meantime AND kept me comfortable, which is priceless. Helpful video for those starting out :)

[@BackcountryExposure]

Amy Routt I feel people are too quick to buy a lot of things and fail to do proper research. It’s nice to take a step back and wait a little bit until you can find what works best for you.

[@noneya6334]

@@BackcountryExposure , love your video bro

[@neemancallender9092]

Backcountry Exposure research needs experience in what you need That is what you can supply in your videos

[@Billcarsonstobaccobox]

@@BackcountryExposure +A t-shirt with the Cnoc logo on it but no vecto.......... Blasphemer!!!!!! But you actually have the Cnoc vecto, so.. Forgiven. But you haven't got a an Ortleib folding water carrier.. Blasphemer!!!!!!!

[@bertman4]

I recommend purchasing or acquiring the backpack last. Everything goes into it so you should figure out what you are placing into it first.

[@BackcountryExposure]

bertman4 I can get behind that logic!

[@Chris.Young.]

I would agree with that, so long as people don't take that to mean it is the least important. From personal experience I can tell you that a backpack that doesn't fit right makes for a pretty miserable trip.

[@ishtarduzzie]

Pretty much this. I cannot afford to re-buy an expensive one later if my stuff won’t fit for whatever reason.... I have Purchased a very cheap one to start, and I can still use the cheap one for groceries or lugging around art/D&D supplies later lol

[@happyfuntimereviews5600]

My thoughts exactly.

[@thunderdoghikes]

My same thoughts. Backpack as an initial purchase is bad advice. Get the gear for your hike and then determine a backpack size that will fit well and get you under the trees and brush and not Hey caught.

[@nicknstokes1]

A little late but shoes! I feel that should be added to the list. Invest in SHOES!

[@bkbland1626]

We walk on our feet. Treat them nice and you'll be fine. I agree, sir.

[@josegomez-no1up]

Shoes should be number 1.

[@soisitimpossible]

Anyone worth their salt knows that shoes are garbage. Get boots, and I mean don't cheap out. Get damn good boots. I guess if you're just walking on trails yeah shoes will do. But if you're really getting out there boots all the way! But that's just my humble opinion of course.

[@seaotter52]

@@soisitimpossible I'm worth a lot of salt and your opinion has been tremendously refuted by thousands of long distance hikers. Trail runners, hiking shoes like Merrell, Oboz etc have replaced boots. I only use boots for select trips. For my hikes it's trail runners and occasionally my Merrell or Keens. There are a few reasons for boot use but for the majority of people boots are not the best option. The most important thing is to determine your needs and then get the gear appropriate. If boots are required, fine, but I'd be very surprised if trail runners or hiking shoes aren't more appropriate. Canyoneering, shoes. Climbing, shoes. Brush popping, shoes. Mountaineering shoes except winter then boots. Edit. 30,000 miler Andrew Skurka who has done more miles in more rough terrain than you and I combined has these recommendations for his guided trips andrewskurka.com/recommended-footwear-for-high-routes-alaska-and-early-season-conditions/

[@sprocastersprocaster]

@@seaotter52 you fuckin smoked him

[@gt5228z]

My new hiker list: Sleeping pad- klymit static v insulated or closed cell foam Pack- REI flash Filter Katadyn BeFree Insulation- hammock gear economy burrow REI quarter dome Pot: anything aluminum 2l Cups: Ozark trail silicone collapable Stove: brs stove Shirt/pants- Goodwill anything nylon or polyester(stretchy is a plus) Socks- REI bargain bin any brand Merino wool light Shoes- any trailrunner that has good ventalation, not gortex. Jacket-either heavy Goodwill fleece or eBay used puffy(patagonia, outdoor research, REI, marmot, mountain hardware) Shorts- beleaf 3" short shorts $12 Med kit- make one with bigger kit but use small dry bag. Base layers, look in Walmart hunting section(NO COTTON!)

[@BigfootUnibrowMan]

Why no Gortex? Waterproofing is important if it is cold and wet!

[@gt5228z]

@@BigfootUnibrowMan only in winter. Otherwise I wouldn't bother with the stuff.

[@weirdmood8102]

You can find high quality base layers cheap on ebay.

[@gt5228z]

@@weirdmood8102 I got my capeline top/bottom on ebay.

[@oldgoat8861]

You said it....I don't hear alot of talk about it. A small but versatile med kit. One slip on a jagged rock to a slip with the knife cutting yourself, makes it important. Most are to worried about weight. Doesn't have to be a big kit...but "versatile" is the key word.

[@Chris.Young.]

While I do agree with all the items you mentioned, I feel like you are missing one that is (in my opinion) even more important and that is FOOTWEAR! Having the right pair of shoes or boots on your feet makes all the difference on a backing trip. When you spend all or most of the day walking, you have to take care of your feet. I do also very much appreciate that you added a first aid kit to your list though. A big thumbs up on that!

[@BackcountryExposure]

Chris Young that’s a whole other video, and you’re totally correct in that!

[@ElkArrow]

No, no, no. Buy every piece of gear you find. Buy all of it, plus two or three of each item in case you lose it. Sort it into various bins; one bin for your numerous cook sets, one for your various sleep systems, one for your numerous tents, etc. Also, go to BladeHQ and start buying knives. Lots of them. Lots and lots of knives. Do the same thing with flashlights and headlamps. If you don't have at least 15 flashlights you're doing something wrong. Then start buying cases and cases of Mountain House. Mass quantities. After you've done all that, when you're ready to go backpacking or camping, you just grab what you need and go

[@dirtydoigler2116]

I feel like you're forgetting something...

[@davidcooper5790]

so funny..

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

shh don't tell them the secret ways :)

[@christianb8228]

Nice 👍🏻

[@jonnytacoma]

Ok so I completely agree and I think your totally not joking!! But after a few mountain house meals at far to high of a price I think I'm going to invest in a 150 dollar dehydration oven on the big amaz..and then I'll make way to much food to go with my 30 knifes.

[@andyhaochizhang]

+1 on the med kit. It's probably the most neglected key equipment. I know a few frequent campers who don't have one, and some more who has one but it won't help them in a real emergency. It's important to check if the kit has the right supplies to treat potentially life threatening injuries/conditions (a lot of small kits sold at stores only have supplies to treat minor wounds).

[@Oldsparkey]

Videos like this are a big help in getting ideas about what to get. Then if you can get with a hiking or backpacking club and look over the gear they are using. If you are really lucky you know a backpacker with spare gear who is willing to loan you some and take you with him or her for a two night ( short ) hike. All the hikers/backpackers I know have a wide variety of every item , even toothbrushes. Then do research ( web surfing ) on what you think you want. What ever you decide on will eventually be replaced with better gear and lighter gear. This is from a person ( kid ) who stared in the 50's with a 1, 1/2 person canvas tent , his dads old army sleeping bag , a pot from his moms kitchen and a old army bag to put everything in. Back then you used what ever you could find. I almost forgot the most important item back then , a can opener. Back then we called it camping. In the 70's I got a Kelty External frame ( Super Tioga 5. 8 pounds ) backpack Today my pack with everything except food and water weighs 2 pounds more then that that Kelty pack did , empty. Gear gets lighter all the time.

[@NHL17]

I started with budget everything, and just upgraded as I go along. Most quality gear is quite pricey, and that cost can deter ppl from wanting to get out there. Plus, you may not know what you want/need until you live without it. Honestly I wouldnt have known why an expensive backpack was so expensive until I could feel the difference from my simple budget one, and it wasnt until I spent 6 months carrying a coleman propane tank and SUPER bulky stove ($7) until i invested in a super compact lightweight one with a small iso tank. I have seen ppl invest in new gear, with knowledge purely from others, and spent $100s+ on high quality gear that just wasnt suited to their needs. Backpacks are the worst for this, you spend a few dollars on a cheap pack - sure it wont feel great, but you will know what kind of fit, size and features to look for when you upgrade, and wont be such a bummer to toss the old one aside. Do this with an expensive bag, and you likely will still want to replace it, but will be super bummed when you wind up dropping figures in the high 100s for 2 top of the line packs. Tip: keep that old gear, lend it to a friend who doesnt have any when you invite them along for their first trip.

[@ehhjeep]

First aid kit is the most important thing when S--T hits the fan. I fully agree that everyone really needs to think long and hard what be needed. BTW mine weights about 1.75 pounds. Worth it weight in gold when needed!

[@kennethstarr5545]

Thanks for all the great vids. With a water filter I would like to add, It’s always good to have a backup. I have a platypus and my backup is aquatabs. I really like how you emphasized having a good First Aid system!

[@Rashoop]

+1000 on the med kit. AND, if you've had a med kit for a while, refresh it! Stuff expires. Also, add to it things like Pepto and diarrhea medication. With any luck, on the next refresh, you'll just toss the stomach stuff and refresh.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Imodium for sure is in my kit every time!

[@darthkek1953]

Other good things for the med kit are (1) ear plugs - when it's so loud you need them they're a godsend (2) some Zinc Oxide support take (e.g. Leukotape) it prevents blisters and (3) some antiseptic cream, if you get the baby stuff (e.g. Sudocrem) it also works to heal and sooth chaffing. PS Zinc Oxide tape usually comes in a huge, heavy rolls so I "decant" some onto a bic lighter. Just roll it around and around. That way I don't need to take the entire roll AND if my main lighter fails there is a spare in the med kit. EDIT: also the Victornix Classic SD Swiss Army Knife. This is the "tiny" (smallest) size one with a very fine blade, nail file, scissors, and tweezers. It's perfect for foot (blister, toenail) maintenance, cutting the Leukotape into the right shape, and if it's in your med kit it won't be getting the day-to-day filth. Only an ounce too!

[@MaggieValera]

Pack comes after. If you're using this video for starter information, then the last thing you need is your pack, not the first. You need the rest of your gear, and you need to know how to use it. Whatever stove you're using, put it on the kitchen counter or take it out in the backyard. Do you know how set up your tent? Do you have a ground cloth? Do you know not to let any of that ground cloth peek out from under your tent? (Otherwise, if it rains it's going to work like a bathtub.) How much space is all this taking up? How do know what size pack you need if you buy it before the gear? Can you carry all of this on your back, and is your pack properly fitted? Truly this is why you should take your gear to the place with all the backpacks and get fitted as well as put your stuff in a backpack and see if it fits so you can find out what size you need. Take some day hikes and practice carrying all that gear. Learn to read a map and use a compass. Learn to figure out where you're going to stop and get water on the trip. Also still trying to figure out what you're putting in your med kit to treat bruises? (Asking for a friend)

[@jonsanford2515]

Thanks for mentioning the med kit. And thanks for making a video showing a reasonable kit. I needed to upgrade mine this year. Doing research everything I found was either “all I take are a couple bandaids, some neosporin and leukotape because anything more serious will take me off the trail anyway”. Or it was EMTs who were building kits that would require their own backpack.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Got to keep it reasonable for sure, but a kit needs to have what you need to manage more than just a blister or a small cut. Have you seen my latest First Aid Kit video?

[@jonsanford2515]

I have seen your video, and I think you have a really good kit. I don’t have your experience, but I’ve taken some first aid and stop the bleed training through work. I gave my small first aid kit to my 9 year old who is getting into Scouting earlier this year. I wanted something more substantial to replace it, and ended up putting something together that’s about 90% of the stuff you have.

[@bertman4]

YES! Medkit is absolutely necessary! It's not just about you but others around you. What happens if you run into another hiker who got stung by a bee? Or is having heart irregularities? Or fell and has a large cut? You can't cover everything but you should have a medkit that covers the majority of troubles.

[@BackcountryExposure]

bertman4 agree 100% it’s a big reason that I keep my WFR certification active and up to date.

[@fuzielectron5172]

Bertman4, well said, the med kit is not solely about the person carrying it! That 4.5oz - 6.0oz carried weight might be all the difference in alleviating someone else's pain or discomfort saving their hike or in more serious circumstances preventing escalation or more serious trauma.

[@trailheart1863]

👍 Ditto on the med kit, I always carry some things I hope I never have to use but might save mine or someone else’s life. Like a clotting sponge.

[@blakew5672]

Heart irregularities? What exactly do you keep in your med kit??? Lol

[@habituallinestepper8839]

While the Backpack is a key investment I’m dialing in my tent and sleep system first. It will help me decide my pack size I need. 😁

[@beeveedee9355]

Totally agree on medkit. Case in point, a friend just told me today that she had been out looking at some property, walking thru brambles and got cut up. She ended up with an infection that landed her in the hospital for 4 days. Granted, she was not backpacking, but she would've been in trouble out on a thruhike. You never know when you need something to clean a wound and have neosporin on hand. A covered wound heals faster. Great, thorough video.

[@BackcountryExposure]

beeveedee whoa that’s wild! Thanks!

[@guitarhiker4449]

UGQ makes some sweet affordable quilts! Especially compared to alot of other quilt companies i noticed. $250 for an 800 plus fill custom quilt is a killer price in my eyes. I want to see if the can make me a full zip? Prym-1 camo outtershell too. That prym--1 camo is just as good as the kryptek camo i think. That olive color you have here is nice too! Totally agree with you on the importance of buying whats works best for you in your environment and what you can afford. Although certain items like your big 3 aren't worth skimping on if you can help it. Hike on!

[@BackcountryExposure]

I have been so so happy with the UGQ Bandit. It's really a nice product and quality. I am sure they would be able to get you a full zip.

[@thebackpackblazer3973]

It's obvious a tremendous amount of experience is behind your advice. Thanks brother.

[@BackcountryExposure]

The Backpack Blazer thanks Dustin!

[@outdooroutfitters3658]

Great information! Thank you for sharing.

[@willitascend8595]

The Nemo Hornet looks sweet! Two questions: 1. Is it easy to setup up solo? 2. Is it fast to setup solo?

[@scrapgrace]

Jeez I'm hyped for the bonus item

[@rainbowhiker]

I've encouraged people to buy their sleeping bag first, then shelter, and lastly their pack to fit those items into an appropriate sized bag.

[@AccidentalHiker1]

That's exactly what I was told too.

[@kingkongkim2399]

Even if it's easy to know these basics, he reminds the best way to reorganize nicely for people who want to start backpacking

[@brewsnale6315]

Thirdly, absolutey agree with the med kit. My left waist pouch is my dedicated med kit and is visably marked and easily seen so everyone. Uniformity is handy.

[@asuna993]

Hey! How waterproof is your tent ? And what is it?

[@diegoornelas3394]

I found that ziploc bags are good for carrying water and good tip that I have is full your pants pockets with sausage Turky or pork and just eat as you hike

[@brewsnale6315]

Secondly AWESOME TIPS! Many advise getting your pack last but you cant "backpack" without one! Get the right bag and fill it with ersatz gear if you need just to get out there.

[@alancampbell2888]

I'm in the northern part of Utah. And just starting to get into backpacking. And one of the things I'm interested in is learning about wild etable plants. Anything you can suggest would be appreciated.

[@adamlane7454]

"buy the best you can". Whilst i've always done this, i've now been hiking for close to 30 years and I find that the best, now, is quite different in some cases than the best back then. There are exceptions, but i'd say that modern ultra light tents, pads and packs are kewl.

[@robertrockwell7581]

no big surprises here these are a must.

[@cobbler88]

Don't sleep on the comment regarding pads. Seriously, I didn't even see that pun until I edited this. You can easily save more than $100 by getting a pad that may turn out to make for better sleep that still has a decent R-value. At least, a value good enough if you're expecting overnight temps to not dip too far below the 50s. Here are the specs for a pad currently on Amazon, compared with the closest thing I could find on REI's website: Supalak pad (Amazon): 76.7 x 27.5 x 3.7, R-value: 2.8, 26 oz., $29.99 Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated, large (REI): 78 x 25 x 4, R-value: 3.8, 22 oz., $219.95 I have no idea the degree to which the materials in the Sea to Summit are superior. Are they 7x better? All brands get complaints about them not holding air, leaking, etc. That's just par for the course with inflatables. And the thickness in both of these pads is an exception to the rule. Most inflatable pads that people take out tend to be in the 2"-2.5" range (which can be a challenge to a side sleeper) and then are usually too narrow if you've got any kind of shoulders at all. The only real concern I have about a thick pad is whether your head ends up pressed against the slanted wall of the tent once it's elevated that high. Regardless, to me it seems like a decent, inexpensive roll of the dice.

[@dirtydoigler2116]

Treat...bruises? But for real, good call on the med kit. I know a lot of people forgo this for a multitude of reasons. This is my go-to. Neosporin and e tape can go a long way for minor bleeding. Triangle bandages, gauze, and an ace wrap can cover sprains, breaks, deep cuts/scrapes, or anything tourniquet worthy (learn how to make a triangle bandage tourniquet). And might as well throw in ibuprofen (obviously don't use this if heavy bleeding is involved, same goes for aspirin or any other NSAIDS). I think a kit like this can be handy day-to-day, but could also save your life if you were to survive a bear attack. This will probably get buried but for anyone who actually read this far: would you change anything to my med kit or just use it as is?

[@vansa14]

Thank you for this comment! I’m an EMT so I’m struggling not to fill my whole pack with medical supplies. Seeing what other people put in their med kits helps me narrow down mine.

[@dirtydoigler2116]

@@vansa14 Haha yeah. Having the whole ambulance in your back pocket would be great. You might be able to snap some average size NPAs and maybe a few that fit you and teach your friends how to use them. Tylenol might be a better pain killer of it works on you. I'm sure your EMT training will help when it comes to making do with limited supplies, but I think that little list is pretty good for a majority of trauma cases. Maybe throw in some shears too, and you can use them for survival if you really needed to. Also, be sure to look up your state laws when it comes to you responding as an off duty EMT. Good Samaritan may not apply to you anymore, just fyi.

[@BackpackerDiaries]

That's some solid advice Devin; While my Nemo Tensor has needed repairs over the years (covered by the lifetime warranty) I love their new blow up bag design.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Backpacker Diaries their pump sack is the best I’ve used! Thanks Amos!

[@BackpackerDiaries]

Yes, pump sack that is what I meant :) The pump sack included with the Klymit LWD (pack raft) also works well

[@StevanOutdoor]

First thing I would suggest you buy and is cheap, lightweight and easy to carry around your neck is a (loud) whistle. For the rest I kinda agree for ground dwellers. Good advice about making backpacking a nice experience but when you loose your backpack you now lost everything. You need other items to survive in the back country.

[@titanpreparedness]

Good video. Totally agree with the med kit, one of the most often forgotten (or left on purpose) items

[@BackcountryExposure]

Titan inc Survival 👍🏻👊🏻

[@awladventure]

Great focus on the right equipment, and I am So glad to see you focused on the importance of a good med.kit 👍 either you are out on a short og longer hike. A good med.kit should always be with you.

[@mendyviola]

Yea on first aid kit. I bring at least a minimal one on day hikes/bikes. The longer I’m out, the bigger the kit. Basically lay, if I can call for help and expect to get help within an hour or so, the kit is minimal, the further out I am with a longer response time the bigger the kit.

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

Good video, and you are probably correct. Going with quality proven items that "everyone" recommends should be a pretty safe bet. Probably will save you money in the long run too, especially if you get those quality brand items on sale. But some of us has a need to figure things out our selves, starting out with cheap or strange oddball gear, trail and error. Probably cost more, results in failed outings and so on. But at least we got some stories to tell :) And important bit on the first aid, never go with out.

[@kaitlynchermak6488]

Is the Nemo Tensor pad loud? It states online that it has two layers of “metalized film” and that triggers some not so fond memories of trying to sleep on my thermarest neoair x lite haha I’m a side sleeper and am constantly turning to the other side in my sleep so I don’t want something that sounds like a bag of chips so I upgraded to the Big Agnes AXL air (I think after watching a review of yours) but want something warmer for winter. Thanks :)

[@BackcountryExposure]

It's a lot quieter than the Neo Air. It's not silent, but they did a good job of trying to keep it from being a bag of chips. I definitely have been happy with it. If you don't want 4 season use, then go with the Tensor Insulated.

[@JustinDeanAudioRecordings]

Simply, solely, summer. Nice allitoration!

[@BackcountryExposure]

Journey2 UL 😁

[@TainoXtreme]

Good video. My preferences would be backpack. Sleeping gear, Shelter and stove. And then I would do a secondary list of rain gear, water filtration and first aid. And then the rest could be just about anything. Thank you so much for sharing your video. God bless you.

[@BackcountryExposure]

TainoXtreme yeah you could probably exchange water filtration in this with any of the other items for cooking, clothing, etc.

[@john_kelley]

Great video. Your video a while back on your med kit has really made me rethink what I take in the woods with me. Totally agree on the first five too!

[@BackcountryExposure]

JK is Hiking ha ha! I just watched your MED kit video. Thanks dood! 👊🏻

[@rickfromvirginia]

Another great gear talk on the proper gear to use!! You made some good points especial on the first aid kit! Always cool to see your reviews. Thanks for sharing! Rick

[@BackcountryExposure]

Rick From Virginia thanks Rick! Feeing the itch yet? 😁

[@rickfromvirginia]

@@BackcountryExposure 👍👍

[@RAMtrails]

is a 20 degree bag a good 1st purchase for someone moving to Utah?

[@nicholasjarau3654]

I think we shoul also consider cooking item, or mre for food.

[@blakew5672]

I’d put quality shoes/boots over a med kit ANY day of the week. Proper footwear can be the difference between enjoyment and misery, and it’s going to prevent injuries. Bandaids, a bit of ointment, Tylenol, ibuprofen, and Benadryl will cover the most common injuries. Any serious medical emergency isn’t going to be addressed by ANY med kit you can actually carry. A gps locator beacon would be a better investment for such things.

[@baskets8429]

Helpful video, I remember buying everything at once and it was expensive

[@Leadmeoutdoors]

Thanks for sharing that Devin. Great tips for anyone just getting into backpacking. Man, that hornet packs down small and nice nowadays. Is that the 1p or 2p? I have an older model 2p and that looks like a lot of great compressions with the tent. Obviously, you are stowing your poles on the side of the pack.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Lead Me Outdoors yeah packs down tiny! It’s the 2019 1 Person. I’ve got my review of it coming soon.

[@gmoutdoorsandmore7731]

Good info! Thanks!

[@RUTired]

The backpack itself is so key. Too many ones out there that are made sloppy. I camped with one guy that bought a cheap one and his zipper broke 10 minutes into his first hike. I've had my Kelty Redcloud for 12 years now as my heavy-tripper. Never broke anything on it. It's only now that the rear pad is starting to fall off. I've had to brush up on my sewing skills :)

[@BackcountryExposure]

Gone Far Afield low cost or cheap gear is hit and miss. Kinda like playing roulette. Whenever possible I say spend a little more to avoid spending a lot more later.

[@RUTired]

@@BackcountryExposure Buy once cry once. A lesson I've had to learn the hard way.

[@Djwhitehart]

Fire lighting essentials, knife, first aid and some dried food. You have these, then start this video for advice. I'd sleep outside as long as I had food and a fire....With the knife you make a shelter.

[@Love2Wander]

Great info add to the list a cook kit and a gps. Stay safe my friend.

[@DanBecker]

Excellent video Devin! I need to rethink my med kit for sure.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Thanks Dan!

[@xXNinonishXx]

Backpack, shelter, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, water purification, and med kit. Watch full video for tips for picking the right gear.

[@russelllieser4226]

Axe saw and fire kit

[@HikeCamp]

Great advice... being mostly a day hiker these days I did not invest in the finest gear but not the cheapest either.. nor the lightest... LOL.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Hike Camp sounds solid to me!

[@antoniogreciajnr]

fantstic video

[@tsalesto]

Really, buying the backpack first is the worst idea ever. If you are a beginning backpacker, you may not have a good idea of how much stuff you need to carry. I think you should get a sleep system and shelter first, maybe even cooking system and then figure out what else you need to carry, before buying a backpack that fits you and all the stuff you need to carry. In my case my sleep system and shelter change over the course of the year, so I need 2 backpacks. Otherwise, this was a good video and you covered a lot of stuff well.

[@alankee1065]

I think before you invest in a med kit is to take an advanced emergency first and wilderness first aid class. Your kit shrinks with your experience and your kit is useless without the proper training. Duct tape can fix many situations with the right training.

[@QuietMowing]

Awesome advice! 🌲🌲🌲🌲🤘🌲🌲🌲🌲

[@BackcountryExposure]

Thanks dood!

[@darthkek1953]

I would like to add my love of Klymit sleeping pads. I have their ultra-ULTRA-light O-Zone and the warmer but still light Static Insulated. Never had a problem with either and they can be a lot cheaper than Thermarest. I'm still on my (older, lighter) model of Naturehike Cloud-Up and if I did replace it it would be with Lanshan. I heavily recommend the Trekology 2.0 pillow with the elastic strap on it (so it attaches to the sleeping pad) it's so much better than stinking knickers & wet socks in a stuff sack. One way to add warmth to a sleeping bag is to get a sleeping bag liner. I got a nice silk one (JagBag) but plenty of cheaper ones out there and they work amazingly well.

[@Kevinschart]

i think better advice would be to not jump directly into backpacking. do a couple nights of car camping. buy a cheap tent, backpack, and sleeping pad from amazon. If you become a serious backpacker you need a reference point before you start buying high quality stuff. Buy a mid range sleeping bag.

[@matthewchavez8]

Utah? Was this shot in fernwood? I feel like i recognize those acorn trees lol.

[@baxnat7834]

Wy you need a backpack when you nothing have to carry. Maybe i need some gear to need a backpack.

[@veroniquediallo6055]

Nothing sucks more than footwear that is causing discomfort while on the trail. Comfortable and appropriate footwear should be among the most important pieces of gear to invest in!!

[@mikepowers8607]

I'm stuck with synthetics because I'm allergic to down.

[@myeongjicamper]

유용한 정보군요 감사합니다^^

[@Z0MB13Redfield]

Awesome video Devin. But you forgot the importance of a good spork j/k

[@BackcountryExposure]

Z0MB13Redfield ah damnit! 👊🏻😁

[@Z0MB13Redfield]

@@BackcountryExposure lol

[@jfkusa123]

I’d put shelter later on. Your first few times go with a friend if possible. They likely have a 2 person tent.

[@WanderLost]

Just found your channel... love the advice... thanks!

[@BackcountryExposure]

Thank you!

[@blakewray3337]

You should take A trip up to Imogene lake in the Sawtooth mountains

[@BackcountryExposure]

I have the Sawtooth's on my list.

[@blakewray3337]

Nice

[@blakewray3337]

If you go to Imogene make sure to visit this lake 43.990951, -114.977622

[@johnwest4492]

Ok how do you fit a pack?

[@BackcountryExposure]

Lots of videos on that topic, including a video I have called Choosing the right pack for backpacking.

[@johnwest4492]

Ok I only ask because I'm 6ft 3in and about 275lbs it's hard to find a pack that fits well

[@aarontooley570]

Why are you saying that a backpack is the 1st item to get. You do not know what size backpack that you need until you have your other gear i.e. Sleep system shelter,

[@brewsnale6315]

Hope these comments helped your algorithem :)

[@perrycrawford2691]

"Take a medical kit within your training" eh....as an ER physician, no thank you. I'm not lugging IV bags or suture kits around. The only meds I have are ibuprofen, bug bite pen and Pepto tabs. Band aids, mole skin, tape, and a tick remover will do. Don't need much more than that.

[@drasticbread249]

100 percent disagree with buying a pack for backpacking before having any other gear, otherwise there's almost zero way of figuring out what's the right pack to suit one's individual needs. Instead, it's better to buy a day pack that lets you start right off with activities that have a much lower barrier of entry. To go with that, a water filter, headlamp and rain jacket should be next. Then you could start looking at tents and sleep system that can get you started with some car camping, once you're ready to invest the money.

[@neemancallender9092]

very nice as an introduction now make a video for each of these items explaining the range Aim for the weekend warriors and that price range and usage And do not go into ultralight for beginners Boots or shoes?

[@BackcountryExposure]

Breaking this down into individual videos would be a good follow up. Thanks

[@neemancallender9092]

Backcountry Exposure I like what you do It could be a great series As an example you could really expand on the first aid and emergency scenarios When you do cook kits discuss different food options and then from there what cook kit you would need Good luck

[@judyhunt2970]

Just subscribe first time watching loved it

[@snieves4]

My gf and i both carry a kit.

[@dustycover3015]

If you want some good advice on outdoor gear ask a homeless person. Their lives and health literally depends on it.

[@NateFromYellowfin]

I've got a 25 dollar 30L backpack from walmart for my first trip so that's probably not the best

[@adamhenry6754]

Haha 😆

[@NateFromYellowfin]

@@adamhenry6754 Ended up returning it and ended up getting myself somethin a little nicer.

[@hossman8499]

When I started getting gear for backpacking, I went and bought a surplus ILBE rucksack. I probably coulda went cheaper.....

[@ankitninave7627]

Ur gears ideas are amazing but in the India we can't buy costly products as u shown in the video ur gears are to costly in india. Even the rate of the pillow is 6000 in our India 😑.

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

If you camp when its above lets say 10 degrees Celsius you can get away with some blankets (best is wool), a cheap foam pad and a two dollar tarp from the hardware store. Also any old backpack can do, just carry the tarp and blanket rolled in a horseshoe over your shoulder like they did back in the day. Take care!

[@safffff1000]

Get many ticks

[@paulduplex]

Good call! ...Insect repellent! 😀

[@TheWoollySamurai]

5 minutes to say backpack, shelter, and sleeping bag.

[@eisvogel8099]

What do you earn cause of this video?

[@banecrushr]

Horse crap...there are 5 C's you live by ,•Cutting Tool •Combustion Device •Cover •Container •Cordage.... pack out @ just under 18 lbs and never worry about the what ifs...

[@StevanOutdoor]

Why would you need cordage? Agree with the rest but not cordage.

[@MegaDoug]

Dutch Bushcraft I carry 100ft of electricians “mule tape”, flat, thin, lightweight with 3000lb pulling capacity. Hang food, quick shelter, possible tourniquet if needed

[@StevanOutdoor]

@@MegaDoug Sure it helps to have tape or cordage. But the 5 C's are about survival. The first C that gets you rescued is 'Communication'. That means a loud whistle, signal mirror, etc. Cordage or tape sure is useful but does not get you rescued so it shouldn't be in the 5 C's.

[@claytonarmstrong9673]

A backpack is literally the last thing you should buy, not the first. I thought that much universally known. You should buy the pack last, or at the very least after the bulkiest of the other items, so that you know how big the pack needs to be. Had to stop watching when the first bit of advice was so bad

[@jamc666]

very generic video ....

[@brewsnale6315]

Three comments. First you look a little too branded. that CNOC shirt and all the Nemo logos make you look a little sponsored.

[@BackcountryExposure]

🙄🙄🙄

[@tedzilla5826]

Great vid. BUT clothing is a giant 'biggie'.

[@houseoflamarr3674]

This guy sounds like demolition ranch

[@BackcountryExposure]

Bro Lamarr ?🤔

[@houseoflamarr3674]

Backcountry Exposure you sound like him lol

[@JD-ms7xw]

you use too many words

[@snephtar]

A bonus item? Just say “6 items” instead of making it sound like we’re getting a really cool gift if we stay tuned. So basic dude. If someone backpacks without a backpack or a shelter then they probably shouldn’t be backpacking

[@josephborden1257]

Sell out

[@BackcountryExposure]

Ooooh tell me how! 🤔

[@douglasconrad8969]

So bored!

[@BackcountryExposure]

douglas conrad 😂

[@ramonfarr]

I dont need a lesson Just to know the gear