Backpacking Gear I'm OVER in 2021

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

What Backpacking/Hiking Gear are you OVER in 2021? What NEW GEAR are you replacing it with??? 👇Let Us Know Down Below!👇

[@Андре-КРЫЛОВ]

Mr. Darwin, I would love to take you as a gift Waymark Fanny Pack, that you threw into the trash. Agreed?

[@leeennddaa853]

I'm ditching the standard straps that came with my Hennessy Hammock and I picked up the Kammok Python 10 Ultralight Hammock Straps. They're longer to be able to use with larger diameter trees, and daisy-chained for easy setup. And only 3.2oz!! Can't wait to try them out!

[@leeennddaa853]

I also ditched my old headlamp for the GoForWild headlamp... it's only 2 oz heavier than your Nitecore, it's motion-sensored, has red mode (gotta have that for the bugs down here in the south!), USB rechargeable, $10 cheaper than the Nitecore for a TWO PACK, and can last up to 2.5 hours at full-lumens (500) vs the Nitecore's 30 min at full-lumens (360). amzn.to/3pT1nBf

[@TangoDelta70]

I replaced my old Petzl headlamp with a Nitecore NU-25 a while back, and love it so much that I use it every day doing early morning deliveries. It weighs about half as much as my Petzl does and charges last longer, and no batteries! I also recently swapped out my OR Helium II for an Omm Halo Rain Jacket and shed over 110 grams! No pit zips on the Ohm but it's now my go to Rain Jacket

[@luke_mckay]

I ditched the 750ml toaks mug for the 900 ml because it fits all of my cooking paraphernalia inside it. Which I like. Especially for the gas. 🤙🏼 Also, big boy likes to eat. I also ditched my teeny zpacks ultralight headlamp (by petzl) for the battery powered uco headlamp. I traded the straps though. One less thing to charge, easy to pick up a battery in town, and WAY brighter than the zpacks light... That whole sucker was the size of a quarter. 😂

[@pepepepert]

As a Search and Rescue member could I suggest contacting your local SAR team and asking them if they would like to buy any of your gear. Most of us are 100% volunteer and have to provide our own gear. Love your videos.

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

In my area SAR teams have tons of money through fema grants.....what area are you in?

[@pepepepert]

@@Burritosarebetterthantacos We are in NB Canada. 100% volunteer. We get enough from the gov't to cover insurance and that is it.

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

@@pepepepert Well goodluck sir!

[@pepepepert]

@@Burritosarebetterthantacos Thank you. We're fundraising for a truck to haul our equipment trailer.

[@djgames7135]

Hey, from NB here as well. As a hiker, thank you for what you do!

[@richardstuart2591]

I'm 15 and me and my younger brother have just started going on longer multi day hikes, its a blast!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

NICE! Welcome to it!

[@clovermark39]

That’s fab. Wish I’d started at your age. Happy hiking.

[@gummybear41283]

you're too young, the woods are dangerous

[@XxBlazeheartxX]

@@gummybear41283 not too young at all! That's the perfect age to start adventuring, outside the comfort zone.

[@gummybear41283]

@@XxBlazeheartxX no it's not!!! There's bears, cougars and wolves out there and also bad guys. You don't know what you're talking about!!

[@backyardfern1923]

Sun shirts are so underrated! I've been asked many time while wearing my UA sunshirt how I'm not too hot hiking in a long sleeve in the summer - I feel like many people don't realize how lightweight and breathable they are! Plus our skin will thanks us!

[@fatboymig1]

Agreed. I love love LOVE my Patagonia Tropic Comfort Hoody II. When its warm outside the breeze passes through it and has a nice cooling effect while being rated at 50+ UPF sun protection.

[@wilfdarr]

Ya, I had no idea until I lived in China: everyone wears a light cotton or silk long sleeve. When the sun's beating down, having your arms and neck covered is revolutionary.

[@AnimeReference]

Overrated. The idea is good; unless you're walking off trail so need durable sleeves to keep your arms from getting scratched up, cooling / comfort is more important. But you can just buy cheap active wear. The UPF rating is a joke, nobody is burning through opaque clothes and if you were that would become apparent during non hiking wear.

[@wilfdarr]

@@AnimeReference LOL yes, I completely see what you're saying! I've always laughed at the UFP rating, it just screams “sucker born every minute”. I'll never buy $50 “sun shirts”, I buy $20 light long sleeve shirts and call it a day.

[@fatboymig1]

@@AnimeReference lol my buddy has a similar opinion but he has this type of opinion on things he can’t afford.

[@verenama6519]

for me it doesn't matter if the background of your videos is a wall or nature or whatever. I just love the way to talk, your honesty, integrity, authenticity and logic. I got a lot of inspiration for my own walks from you, though conditions here in Europe are different, but it's possible to apply the principles. thank you for that

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Wow, thank you! ❤️

[@juliefrechette7562]

I agree! No Darwin video is ever boring. Darwin, your personality and passion shows and that in itself is inspiring and entertaining 😁

[@williamh1973]

I to do agree. Some youtubers just have it.

[@TheTuneAce]

I like long sleeve fishing shirts for actually everything in life: office wear, casual wear, outdoor stuff

[@PrimeReal]

Yep. I know lots of people who do the fishing button downs in the office. Keeps their wardrobe minimal.

[@mpatrick2153]

I’ve purged almost all my clothing items that are not wool.wool underwear and tees are a game changer,especially in the summer. I love that I can wear them in 100 degrees or 20

[@MyTinyBalcony]

I purchased some wool underwear for hiking with, and suddenly my entire drawer was full of the stuff.

[@lisamitchell4873]

Where do you get yours? I cant find anything but small percent blends and that isn’t cutting it for me.

[@CarlosAlvarez-dv7um]

I appreciate your effort of mixing it up, Darwin! Also, it is nice to go back to old school once in a while!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Gotta constantly change it up! 🤙

[@MrAjusog]

We have too many "YOU NEED TO GET THIS GEAR" videos and not enough "Dont even bother getting this" videos, so thank you for this. Videos are well done and very appreciated

[@ChopperChad]

Hey man, watched your AZT documentary on Amazon Prime last week. Really enjoyed it.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thank You! I'm glad you dug it! Because of folks like you, we've been able to raise over $30K for the Arizona Trail Association. ❤️

[@rushthezeppelin]

I am also a recent convert from button up sun shirts to sun hoodies. They are great for climbing.

[@randomcitizen2384]

I finally took your advice about the sock liners and luko tape. With the liners I didn’t even need the tape, but my fellow hikers did and they were impressed with how well it stuck in place. Thanks for the videos.

[@bradjustbrad]

I love seeing the evolution of your gear. I really appreciate that you love something one year and are over it the next. I think we all feel that way.

[@nspinicelli]

Ooooh my god! That GG Thinlight 1/8 Pad would be absolutely perfect! So many times, after a long day of hard backpacking I just want to lay down but I don't because I don't want to get filthy, so my back aches. This would be PERFECT to lay on! AND, I can use it between my X-Therm sleeping pad and my tent floor, which is super loud. Thanks Darwin!

[@ceviche7024]

Montbell makes a sun hoodie that is "almost" perfect ....thumb hole,1/4 zip,UV protection and a through pocket. I wish the hood could be adjusted for those exposed windy days and the pockets had lightweight zippers. Consider these features on your side project ....bonus points if available in crazy colors. The world will be knocking not just hikers!

[@jeffmcconniel2838]

I have SO much gear in the "Don't Use" category. My Jet Boil Flash broke when I tried to get cute with a Kovea 1lb propane tank adapter for it. I replaced it with a Snow Peak setup and went from a one pound water boiler (Flash) to a 6oz setup. Sometimes broken stuff is a blessing.

[@uptrail7169]

I bought the NU25 headlamp 3 years ago and it's easily one of my favorite pieces of gear.

[@ScottKent]

Hiking a lot around home on the Florida Trail recently...ditched my regular long sleeve shirt, ditched wearing just a T-shirt. Started wearing a T with a Ferrosi hoody or shirt. The Ferrosi fabric from OR is a lot better at dealing with things like saw palmetto and other plants that tear light weight shirts apart down here and it's light enough that I can wear it on all but the hottest and most exposed portions of the FT. Also gave up my nearly 20 year old Zipka headlamp and it's newer version too after they both failed in a rain storm on the AT in 2019 for a Black Diamond ReVolt (a USB rechargeable that is considerably heavier than yours, but IPX8 in the older version and can run on normal AAA batteries in a pinch). Oh, and in the hunt for a rain jacket that an overheating older guy with a thyroid condition can get along with all other raincoats are now sitting on the sideline while I try the Mont-Bell Versalite...and so far it has been great but I am worried about how it will hold up in the vegetation here in Florida. Meanwhile the quest for the perfect hat continues with the Arcteryx Calvus cap (as close as I've found and still pulling duty when I don't want to look like a complete geek) giving way to the Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat.

[@stuartkeith7232]

I’m trying something new to me. A sleep layering system so I can switch parts in and out depending on the temperature and the time of year.

[@danielkutcher5704]

I began incorporating my down puffy and a pair of down pants into my sleep system about 15 years ago. I love the versatility, and find deep winter potty breaks much more bearable than throwing on cold clothing coming out of my sleeping bag. Adding a one pound full zip down bag gives me the flexibility to take all or choose which piece at home. Have used the system from +80F down to +5F.

[@kennywoods6271]

love the creativity that you are coming up with, it's awesome to see you continue to learn and reinvent yourself. After all that is what we all do!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks! I'm just trying to constantly evolve my creativity... no pun intended 😉

[@kattidee]

Got a UGQ synthetic 10 degree quilt with all the bells and whistles but just about froze in it when it got down in the 30s or 40s and the baffles are so big the fill just bunches up in the bottom or top of them. Was tired of trying to shift the fill and eliminate cold spots and am now sour about baffles and fill altogether. Got a cashmere blanket and a silk liner to keep me warm and stay light...lol...we'll see how that goes!

[@cc462462]

Another thought on sun hoodies from a button-down shirt guy: Sun hoodies are probably the best choice for sun protection if you're hiking on snow. They offer way more protection from reflected sunlight. I switched to a hoodie for the high Sierra during my '19 PCT thru, and I was glad I did. Even for those of us who aren't hoodie guys, consider using one if you're going to high elevations in the spring/early summer.

[@xcaliber6002]

i became a sun hoody guy this year as well. use it for everything from 100+ degree hikes in the desert to my recent Mt Rainier summit.

[@andydreadsbmx]

Was excited to see you pick up the Nitecore, I literally just upgraded my headlamp and the Nitecore was a great choice.

[@ireneizkarina2708]

good choice for NU25. its a great headlamp,bright,lightweight,warm tint and red light work very well,with bungee cord you can use as bike (front/tail)lamp or attach on anything you want.

[@PElser64]

For under $20, I had a quarter and a half zipper sewn on Echo hoodies. It changed everything. Amazing. I highly suggest giving it a try with a cheap sun hoodie if you are not convinced. If you know how to sew, then it's nearly free. For the record, the half-zip wasn't really needed. A quarter-zip sun hoodie is pretty much always on me for hiking and paddling. There is a discount brand out there that makes a half zip sun hoodie for about $30. And, shockingly they also call it Echo. PS: I bought the cheapie and it's thicker and warmer. Not great for long hot hiking days, but ok for paddling.

[@kristymoore7052]

I’m not a thru-hiker yet, but I enjoy your channel. What I’m ditching is the CNOC. It has burst all over me when filtering water on more than one occasion, so I would not dare use it for storing extra in my pack, but main reason is that it the opening is too big for an average women’s hand to be able to squeeze the top open to properly to scoop water as intended. I’ve replaced it with the hydropack.

[@kirajohnson5114]

I did the same headlamp switch! I loved uco air but on my trip last summer, we were waking up in the dark every morning and we needed headlamps for about an hour and a half so the battery just didn't cut it!

[@kirajohnson5114]

@@MichaelTheophilus906 California in early september it didn't get light until about 610am.

[@CarlosAlvarez-dv7um]

Also, the jazz background music is awesome!!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

I've been feelin' Jazzy lately! 😉

[@nagaviper1169]

@@DarwinOnthetrail Very nice

[@tamaracheeseman183]

I replaced my Outdoor Vitals 30 degree mummy bag with a UGQ quilt, and we've both been using the Godsamer Gear 1/8 foam pad this year.

[@jonallenoutside]

Darwin purged the butt pad and the button down shirt? What's getting purged next - cous cous?!?

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

NEVER!!!! You'll have to take my Cous Cous from my cold dead hands!

[@kenjarvis2123]

@@DarwinOnthetrail hahaha

[@lesstraveledpath]

@@DarwinOnthetrail So....still cold soaking the cous cous...?

[@techguy9023]

@@lesstraveledpath Maybe he secretly uses a Svea 123 stove.

[@kattidee]

Omg, recently discovered brown sugar and raisins in cous cous...wow!

[@MJGEGB]

Just dropped my MLD Cricket tarp and Inner off at the post office a couple of hours ago. I'm pretty solidly in the frameless and webbing hipbelt camp now too but haven't ditched my old packs because dad life. I've been loving my NU25 for a while now. Great headlamp.

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

I use a Saucony UV hoodie and love it. I almost never see them on the trail however...not sure why. It does block the wind a bit and makes a nice layering item. The hood is nice for quilt sleeping and in the desert, I can quickie wash it at a water point and wear it or hang on my pack to dry. Very versatile. As for what I have gotten over...many of my earlier sleeping quilts are not as warm ( due to the down shifting) as my Warbonnet diamondback quilt so... I have given them to friends. Thanks for the video!

[@Narx9]

Utah Hiker here, yeah, I strictly use a long sleeve, breathable, hoody type shirt LIKE the sun hood but BETTER because it unzips. Though I also love the sun hoody you're wearing and use it!

[@Rose-co3cp]

I replaced my Warbonnet Original Blackbird with my new Dream Hammock. I switched because I wanted a lighter hammock. It is sweet. Now I am waiting on my new Enlightened "Uprising" Underquilt which replaced my Yeti underquilt from Warbonnet. I am waiting for the snow to melt so I can try out my new gear. BTW I will look at that new Gossamer Thin Light Foam Pad. I can see this also as using as a pad to place under my feet in my hammock when I go to sleep.

[@calypsmo1977]

Thanks for updating us! A 2021 PCT Hopeful (April 13 for my permit) but I do enjoy seeing some different ideas as im going through my final shakedowns

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Have a Great Hike!

[@betteroutside4845]

Mister Rogers montages = pure gold. Well done, sir

[@zach5620]

I’m digging the Friday upload I think. Get ready for the weekend💪

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

SWEET! For some reason a lot of folks have not been notified about the last few videos I put out on Thursday, so I decided to experiment & try a different day! 🤙

[@nolan5069]

Dude YES! Switched to using sun hoodies in 2020 too. Still breathable but at night is when they come in clutch. I feel way more protected throughout the day.

[@davidfranson8118]

Great choice on the Gossamer Gear pad! I got one recently and love the multi-functionality that it provides. One piece of gear that will definitely be in the pack for my AT thru hike in '22.

[@davidotto3132]

Im over traditional backpacking quilts. I upgraded to the EE conundrum. I have very wide shoulders and I was sick of grafts constantly getting in in my old setup. excited to try it out when the snows gone!

[@MyTinyBalcony]

I have a full gorgeous kit that I have used once. Not because I don't love it, but because injuries, pain, and multiple surgeries have plagued me for a year now. Hopefully some regular clamping will help me ease my way back into fitness, and once I am off these crutches, I can get back into some of the shorter paths around Sydney as a start.

[@MrTangent]

Got rid of my cuben/dyneema gear and switched to waxed canvas. Threw the titanium stuff to the curb and went cast iron and copper/stainless steel. Chucked the Zpack away for an external frame behemoth. Got rid of my LED headlamps for incandescent ones and my kerosene lamp(s). Got my base weight up from a wimpy 10 pounds to a more respectable 150 pounds. Couldn’t be happier. Did I mention yeeting the small knife for the axe, chainsaw, and kukri?

[@GrayMan7070]

Welcome to the Nitecore Family. Love mine. Cheers from CO!

[@tonbonthemon]

I love these videos of yours because they take gear out of the realm of "buy this because it's got x y and z" and places it into a broader context: practicality as well as personal needs. As someone who still has yet to go camping very much, I enjoy the encouragement on critical thinking and reflection. I also hope your new rain jacket lasts. Personally I've never had a rain jacket last me very long, especially if I get them sweaty and don't do maintenance.

[@livinlarge1247]

Agreed: the thumb holes rule. OR has a nice jacket series for cooler hikes where from "hem to pit" (the entire side is a pit zip) so hikers can reach all the way into the jacket to access more gear (like camera batteries, extra fleece, mitts..etc) or dump tons of heat--and very water resistant. Foray & Furio Series. Yeah...I heard those head lamps & that foam insulation I have been waiting to try. Your video confirms that the insulation can easily be folded if I want to cut a bigger shape for my hammock in the real cold of the Upper Midwest. Or hide behind a big old log out of the harsh wind in style for some z's.

[@igorBC]

There goes my wardrobe into the curb. Changing all my Darwin long sleeve button up shirts for Sun hoodies... Thanks Darwin ;)

[@MarlowWhere]

I got the Patagonia tropic comfort hoody for the azt...and its amazing. I will never hike in exposed places with out it and it's also great for layering in cold weather or bikepacking. One of my favorite pieces of gear...who knew a hooded shirt could be so game changing. Now I just wish my legs were more burn resistant. Hiking pants are rarely sexy.

[@ruffrydazz2032]

Good call on the sun hoodie. I switched to Patagonia's Tropic Comfort hoodie and it's been a revelation. Killer sun and bug protection and it's also the coolest, most breathable shirt I own.

[@csamons0935]

I LOVE the Patagonia Tropics sun hoodies! They have a fun white and grey camo pattern as well as grey, blue and green.

[@cestmoi7368]

GG thin light pad - excellent idea. But I have to drive over the border (difficult with Covid-fear gripping the easily controlled here…) or pay $32 for the pad + $54 shipping (yes, they ship by DHL and it costs more than the item) + border fees ~ $30 = $116 * 1.3 = $150 to have the thing delivered in CAD….. I’ll stick to my cut out piece of Tyvek until my next trip to visit relatives on the US side of the lake :) But thanks for the reviews - very helpful!!

[@Andy-Mesa]

I tried a polyester sun hoodie for a number of hikes and though it definitely worked well on the trail, it reeked almost immediately. I ended up going back to tried and true Merino wool. No smell, and much better temperature regulation.

[@timontrail]

I'm scooping up that GG pad - thanks for the link. Hoping to document my AT Nobo trip this year. Your videos are the absolute best and make preparing so much easier.

[@ChrisBrown-gw5tg]

I never got into the fanny pack and button up shirt Fad. Yay! I'm back in style!! Great vid !

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

You trend setter you! 😂

[@bumblebeehikes]

I'm over the BRS 3000 stove and going back to my Oil Camp Vector. The Vector might weigh a little more but it's less finicky and more sturdy. I can actually turn down the flame on my Vector and not have to worry about a slight breeze blowing it out or making it sputter.

[@MarmaladeOutdoors]

Dude great choices. I have had the Nitrcore NU 25 for a few years and nothing beats it. It’s also one of the few rechargeable lamps to actually work while charging in case it dies while night hiking. I also have the gossamer gear thin lite pad and love its multiple uses as you stated. Great job on the video my friend! Marmalade

[@lh3540]

a cheap sun hoody I found at tjmaxx is my go-to running shirt. layered under a windbreaker it's way warmer and dryer than a sweater. I like pulling the hood over the rim of a visor for light rain.

[@john_kelley]

Welcome to the NU-25 club! I love that headlamp. I tried a ULA CDT pack this past year that I just couldn’t get comfortable with. So I ditched it, and I’m going with a Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear 45 liter. Loving it so far.

[@brandithrall2621]

As a mom ,constantly dealing out snacks, I am about to hop on that fanny pack train.

[@motorhead48067]

@@JokkazArt Yeah dude the mom who’s almost certainly a wife as well is going to leave her husband and kids to marry a 17 year old on KZbin.

[@tepanganiban]

@@motorhead48067 she never said she was a wife

[@BackcountryExposure]

The echo hoody is one of the best pieces out there! Good stuff man!

[@marycarter6186]

Learned about it from you and bought three!! OR is the best--love my Helium puffer, too!

[@mooseliver1772]

Also bought the same headlamp you did this year and will be changing out the band to a shock cord. Very happy with it

[@lauradonofrioart]

I'm so stoked about this video, because I pretty much dialed in the same wavelength as you, Darwin!!! I accidentally bought the gossamer gear mat when I bought my Murmur pack, and was going to bring it back but found out how useful it was. And I just got my headlamp in today, the same one as you but the 20. I have a long sleeve hoodie with thumb holes, and I never used a fanny pack. I'm looking at either the visp or the montbell versalite, and saving for it. Basically I am stoked because I think I'm on the right track with gear, because if I can match Darwin I must be doing something right!! 😆

[@glendabaghian1145]

Good call on the sun hoodie. I'm a fan of the Baleaf UPF 50+ in light gray (reflectance) with thumb holes. Sold on Amazon for ~$21.

[@dewettedecker6040]

Does the hoody come in other colors? I do a lot of hot desert hiking so I try to stay away from black colors. Long sleeves and hood are great skin protection

[@kimkremer8915]

I waited & waited for the GG 1/8" pad to show up in their discount bin. I'm so glad I finally nabbed one! When I must sleep on the ground, it goes under my air mattress to protect it & to provide a little more insulation. While GG makes a thicker hammock pad, I use the 1/8" pad as a little extra warmth in my hammock. That pad seems like it can do anything. It's a bargain!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

I’ve gave up on the Outdoor research rain jacket as well as the Zpacks vertices. I love the enlightened equipment visp. It works great. Used it this winter. It kept me dry and works great with there coat and vest.

[@lucyalderman422]

It has served you and now there is something new and better

[@johneason6540]

The sun Hoodia has been with me 2019 and 2020. I have so many photos of me on trail in my bright blue shirt, you'd think I took a 100 photos on the same day. Hahaha ❤️

[@janisstewart2217]

The PD clip...exactly what I have been needing. Thanks!

[@telepoiss]

Just saw a somewhat hilarious failure on a thin foam mat for sitting. In -7C weather, the body radiated enough heat to freeze the pad to the wet log my friend was sitting on. Getting it unstuck pretty much ripped it apart. It was a cheaper noname similar mat though. Maybe a difference between open/closed cell or something? So in subzero cold the better insulation of a thicker mat might be beneficial still.

[@99hillproductions]

The echo sun hoodie is awesome I’ve been using one since last summer . And it really proved it’s worth on my AT hike !

[@memathews]

How's the sun hoodie with swarms of mosquitoes? Does it protect or do mosquitoes just bite/suck through?

[@timmoen4589]

Im a big fan of a sun hoodie. Personally, i prefer the Columbia Men's PFG Terminal Tackle Hoodie. The OR Echo is only UPF 15, the Columbia is UPF 50. I also prefer the looser fit. It doesn't have thumb holes but I wear sun gloves for more protection.

[@wolfeadventures]

I got the GG pad as well for similar reasons. Great air pad protection in the desert.

[@mclostinthewoods]

Love the NU25. Picked mine up last year. I have also gotten away from button down shirts (no good reason, just like the change for some reason). I have found a great budget option at Walmart (of all places) that meets the sun hoodie needs without the OR pricetag. Walmart carries Russel Athletic active wear (stock cycles, but I haven't have trouble finding them) for running/jogging, and one piece is a long sleeve, UPF 50 lightweight hoodie with thumbholes and the whole nine yards ... for $15. I picked up 2 in the Fall and wear them all the time on the trail now. They are soft, comfortable, breath well, and a great layer under thicker insulation. Just a suggestion for budget oriented options. The Russell line at Walmart is a great option for a lot of backpacking clothing if you don't want to spend a lot of cash. UPF 50, dry-knit t-shirts are $6 - $7. Shorts are $5 - $6. It's a great place to save a little scratch on hiking clothing.

[@minimalisa]

This is a good tip. Can you link to the one you mention? I am not seeing a lightweight hoodie with thumbholes. Thanks!

[@TwoTracksOutdoors]

Interesting gear choices and reason for culls, Darwin. Should mention that OR Echo Sun Hoodie is not available on your suggested Amz link, showing out of stock. However, currently it is available in small quantities on Outdoor Research's website. Enjoyed the video. Thx.

[@tinmanandoliveoylsadventur7129]

I have the petzl binti head lamp and the black diamond revolt. I've found that the revolt is kind of heavy and the battery doesn't last long. The binti is just not bright enough so now, as a nurse, I use it at work when doing catheters and wound care. I recently also purchased the Nitecore NU25. I've had the marmot precip that I like. I replaced it with the Arcteryx Zeta sl which I want to like but no pit zips. I'll try it some more but am seriously thinking of the Montbell Versalite. It has everything I like but I wish I could try it on before buying. I had the REI quarter dome 2 and replaced it with the SMD Lunar Solo which I like but then I went with the Nemo Hornet 2. It's a toss up which one I will take on the PCT which I have a start date of 3/30, permit approved.

[@GetUrPhil]

I like the sun hoodie. I noticed that your garbage switched from you right to the left and back to the right, lol. I'm planning to doing some more hiking to forage and like watching your videos on how to lighten up on gear.

[@daveramsay8598]

Hiking seems like a past life due to covid but these videoskeep the spirit alive, good effort Darwin.

[@Jjenkins00]

the Patagonia Tropic II sun hoodies are my go to for any outdoor activity. highly recommend

[@emmahayes5654]

I’d love to have the weather to need a sun hoody because they look so comfy, here in the UK it’s all about the waterproof layers instead.

[@ceasium98]

I was starting to feel bad for wanting to replace some of my kit, so thanks for this video. Garbage I need to replace, as a matter of survival: Klymit insulated pad and its scam of an R-value (replacing with BA Air Core Ultra) Non-garbage, but could do better: 35F BA down bag (replacing with Nemo Disco 15, because I absolutely froze in my 35 bag, though that could be the Klymit doing a shite job) Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1 (replacing with either REI quarter dome SL1 or BA Tiger Wall UL1, depending on which has more vertical walls. The Lynx was good quality but heavy with a design that can do better) Vango self-inflating pillow (with Nemo Fillo Elite) Sawyer Mini (with Sawyer Squeeze) Hiking shoes (with hiking boots that my flat feet can agree with) Patiently waiting for REI's anniversary sale. Opinion of what is garbage and not garbage arrived by experience - multi-day canoe trips in Wales and Northern Scotland.

[@sarahgreen3663]

I’m a bit shook seeing you without the button-up but I love the sun hoodie!! It’s what I decided on as well for my Oregon/Washington pct hike. Mine even has zip pockets which I will put into good use.. so excited 😆 lol.. Great vid btw!!.. I’m going to look into the headlamp..

[@TravelingThru222]

Cool video, I dig the sun hoodie. Great shots of The Colorado Trail.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks for watching! Love the Echo Hoodie!

[@CW-lp5zm]

Don't worry about boring us, I'll watch no matter what the background is!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

I wasn't talking about boring YOU. I was talking about ME 😉

[@Tetra84]

link to that shoulder pouch for a smaller camera at 10:12?

[@alexmarchica5264]

NU-25 and GG thin light gang unite! Excellent additions good sir. Totally excited to see your sun hoody. Will yours be made of Merino by chance? I can't hike longer trips in any base layer other then wool, my own stink gets to me!

[@lisamitchell4873]

Ha! What are you eating o:

[@bezdroznik]

Black sun hoodie and a fanny pack for no-hipbelt backpack makes my day every time ;-)

[@StormLaker]

Love my z-seat.....I call it my 'swiss army seat" because it has so many uses. I ditched my heavy Kelty Coyote entry level backpack and got a Granite Gear Crown 2 60 pack....dropped at least 2-3lbs there. I got the Cnoc outdoors 2L bladder, and the sawyer mini- that replaces my MSR gravity filter, which is more suited to my trips to the Boundary Waters where I can get by carrying a little extra gear. And I am ditching my trusty Coglan's poop trowel, for the little aluminum one all the cool kids are using these days- just to save some space in my pack. I may also get some different trekking poles too.....I want to get the kind that fold up/collapse. The ones I have now are sorta cheap-ish, and entry level, and they vibrate a lot when used.....annoying.

[@SummitSeeker546]

2 items I’ve purged: 1) Cook System: Snow Peak Titanium Mini Cookset w/o measuring cup, w/sac - 4.1oz Snow Peak LiteMax Stove - 2oz Replacement: Jetboil Stash Stove & pot - 7.1oz Seems like more weight you say. Well no; not when all you need is a small canister of fuel versus a medium size, 100g vs 230g. The Stash is way more fuel efficient. It boils a cup of water faster and uses less fuel. 2) Water Filter System: Platypus 4L water filter system - 11.5oz Replacement: Katadyn BeFree 1.0L Water Filter - 2.3oz Loved the Platypus gravity water filter but the Katadyn is way lighter and faster at filtering water.

[@johnhughes5665]

Walmart dry bag (which has never failed) for Hyperlite pack pod that I will put 20 deg quilt and clothes in. I have used a Six Moons pod for years and love it.

[@lisamitchell4873]

Which brand quilt do you prefer? I’m trying to shop around due to price ranges.

[@johnhughes5665]

@@lisamitchell4873 hi Lisa. I absolutely love my UGQ quilt. It is 20deg with zipper footboard and draft collar. Good, solid purchase.

[@johnhughes5665]

Exactly the quilt I have... I agree 100%.

[@JDGypsy72]

Ditching the GG Mariposa for the ULA Circuit - more comfortable belt system. - I'm loving the new video approaches!

[@hikebot]

I'm a big sun hoody guy as well, only thing I would add if I could like you would be a front zip or even a little top chest zip you could pull down for venting. Another thing would be cool if it had a detachable hood. I dunno just something a dream about hah

[@JacobMireles]

What the folks at Adventure archives do on their channel is awesome.

[@mountainwilliam2979]

Special effects with the finger snap to hoodie was spot on, 😂

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

What Special Effect???

[@mountainwilliam2979]

@@DarwinOnthetrail editing the shirt change, to the hoodie. Since your AT days the camera skills phenomenal.

[@luke_mckay]

Editing magic level 100. 😎

[@stephenverchinski409]

Just did the Sandia Crest south to north Crest trails this past week. Had to switch out sleeping bag to Western Mountaineering Antelope.

[@samanthasheaffer6813]

Where do you get the elastic bands you use? I’d like to swap mine out for those

[@luke_mckay]

It's always a good day when Darwin uploads about gear. 🤙🏼

[@SophisticatedDogCat]

Agreed.

[@DUB2NR]

I have the OR Echo hoody and absolutely love it! One of my favorite pieces of kit I currently have.

[@woodalexander]

I got a Columbia synthetic jacket that was too bulky for backpacking so I retired it after one trip and now I'm using it for day hikes and walks. I replaced it with an REI down jacket for backpacking.

[@DougGreene]

Question - do you wish your hoodie had a 1/3 or 1/2 zip on the front? It seems to me it would dump heat a LOT better with that feature. Personally, I use a Patagonia ultralight t-shirt as layer #1, and then the Kuiu Peloton 97 as my "hoodie" over it. The Peloton 97 only weighs 5.5 oz, and yet it worked great in 90F heat while section-hiking the PCT in Oregon, and also for keeping me warm when it was close to freezing on a few mornings.