BEST Backpacking Gear Essentials By Other Brands

In this video, Tayson discusses various backpacking gear and essentials he personally uses and trusts for his outdoor adventures. He introduces items such as a Choros Apex 2 Pro watch for navigation, a Flex Tail pad inflator with a built-in light, a selection of food items, a titanium pot and Optimus Crux light stove for cooking, a first aid kit, high-quality toilet paper, a Platypus quick draw water filter, headlamps, a lightweight carbon fiber battery bank, and more. He also reveals how viewers can save money on these backpacking staples by joining the Live Ultralight Membership on outdoorvitals.com, which offers ongoing discounts and store credits for gear purchases. Tayson emphasizes the value of this membership and how it can help viewers save money on their outdoor equipment while supporting their adventures.
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[@JustinOutdoors]

I had to look up that cosmic brownies are not weed brownies.

[@zachmarshall7921]

I think it depends what state or country your hiking in hahaha

[@vzmichael]

Weed. Undermentioned by most Y'tubers Mine is "Doctor Recommended" 😃 I'd like to believe most would just cancel the trip as soon as leave without it and it is UL!

[@thetaysonwhittaker]

😂😂😂

[@wesb123]

They make a Cosmic Brownie ice cream, you’re missing out!!

[@ravenonthefly313]

they are not, but they totally go great together.

[@willgrant719]

science guy here. The best fuel to boil ratio depends on the pot your flame should wreath the bottom of the pot in flame but not wrap up around the sides.

[@DollyTheLlama]

I remember another channel, Gear Skeptic, did some tests on flame height. Very interesting results, and you're correct. I think a little above medium (on the pot and stove he was using) was actually the sweet spot before it didn't make any difference and he was basically wasting fuel. He had some good close-ups showing how the extra flame is just whipping around in the air, millimeters away from the sides of the pot, not doing any good.

[@paladinwalker7]

GearSkeptic did a great scientific approach to Backpacking Stove Efficiency.

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Thanks for sharing.

[@alexwbanks70]

I was curious as well so I googled it. Low flame is the winner. 6 -10% less fuel.

[@gray5627]

I've been a member since 2020 (?). I just purchased a new StormLoft quilt with the OV "saving account!" It is a great deal!!

[@GarryCollins-ec8yo]

I don’t miss the $10 but it’s great when I realize I can buy something I decided I want without having to pull out my card.

[@kristymoore7052]

I would LOVE it if you could provide some sort of try before you buy option for some pricier items. I’ve heard great things about your packs, but I’m old (60) and need to be picky and definitely need to try it. Our local gear shop offers this with gear like snowshoes- you rent, the also put down a deposit equal to retail cost, try, and then either return and get deposit back or get rental fee credit back on your purchase.

[@jumpincurbs]

The membership is definitely worth it. Your money adds up and you use it to buy great clothing and gear. The Ventus and the Vario are the greatest things ever made.

[@johnframpton9643]

If you like headlamps grab the Nebo Mycro 400, lighter than the nu25 and it comes with the hat clip too

[@Wondering_Fireball]

I prefer the Soto master stove. I am a NOLS wilderness first aid trained. Base your tour first aid kit off of what your trained to do.

[@brownte3]

One of the best brands I’ve found recently is gossamer gear, but their mariposa super light pack is insane. I took it on a 1 nighter in Joshua tree and it was amazing.

[@ISuckatHiking]

I love you showing off other companies gear!

[@TaysonWhittaker]

More to come!

[@godizself1]

I am only engaged because of your perfect, healthy beard.

[@boopernator]

Someone beat me to the punch, but it looks like new backpack and possibly some new clothing? I also have enjoyed all the benefits of the Outdoor Vitals Membership.

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Testing out some new prototypes.

[@WhisperNuggetz]

I recently got a stormloft 30 under, altitude sun hoodie, and membership when making the switch from ground to hammock, and I love the hoodie so much. Thanks for the free spoon. I couldn't get comfortable on the ground, but I'm hoping the hammock helps. Are there any different recommendations you might have for a hammock setup? I really need to find the best toggles to support my weight.

[@commentsonthetube14]

I make adapters for the pump to actually fit common UL pads!

[@ironpig701]

Im a ultralight member and I'll tell what its a great thing. I love it as its a "savings" account for me. Each month it auto deducts and goes into my account and then when I need or want more gear I have the funds for it. And the outdoor vitals gear is pretty great gear

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Thanks for being a Member!

[@marclawson2536]

I am flabbergasted by the notion that people don't know about Splassh Flash lights. I've been in many situations where mine is the only source of light in the camp. They're cheap, waterproof and indestructible.

[@dalehilliard5535]

Hey Tayson..whats that backpack you've got on? It looks like a cross between a shadowlight and the cs40..prototype?

[@boopernator]

Yeah, I was wondering about the backpack too. Sneak Peek?

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Prototype

[@outdoorslifesurvivecraft5078]

Best gear? You're selling yourself short. I'm still using an Outdoor Vitals stretch pillow I bought about 6 or maybe 7 years ago. I use it for winter camping with another insulated pillow.

[@mhe8545]

So what tent are you using?

[@NealBenson]

I'm interested in that backpack! And what is the tent? Is that the Fortius? The color looks darker than what is currently available.

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Prototypes.

[@NealBenson]

@@TaysonWhittaker Can't wait! (well... I guess I can).

[@karyn4875]

I'm considering buy a Coros Apex watch. From what I see, they are fair traded and stores do not discount them. Is it available at a discounted price through you?

[@TaysonWhittaker]

If you join our Live Ultralight Membership, you get access to non OV branded gear we carry for Members (such as Coros watches). Members get 10% off any order year round, plus extra store credit rebates back on non OV branded gear.

[@wilmertoorn2773]

Is it not weird how as fast as someone moves outside, they need "special" outside food in "special" plastic containers that they buy for roughly 450% the price of what "regular" food is brought. Or is it just me? Severel outdoors youtubers bring "regular" food with "regular" cookware and do just fine. I'd love a video comparing the too. Price, comfort, availability, and impact. Thanks, love the videos. Just thought id share a thought.

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Hike your own hike. Whatever works best for you to get on the trail is all that matters. "Different strokes for Different folks"

[@wilmertoorn2773]

But thats where you're wrong? Just as out consumerism contiunes we must be aware of everything we consume and how it imptacts the planet? (Excuse me for my english, i am not a native speaker). No mattern the cause or purpose. In no way, do we give someone sleeping outside for a night or two passage to more consuming because the video-vlog it on KZbin. No hate. I just find it very very interesting what people seam to lay their energy on. (I'm laying my energy on this internet conversation because i hope it opens new conversations and ideas). . . @@TaysonWhittaker

[@wesb123]

@@wilmertoorn2773man this horse has been beaten to death on literally every thru hiker channel. No 2 people have the same nutrition needs. Some are allergic to peanuts, some are vegan, some only eat meat, some only eat fish. You gotta hike your own hike. I personally don’t buy Cliff bars because I know for fact they use the ill gotten palm oil and flat out LIED about it. 🦧 HYOH

[@edmolash3401]

The gps on my pixel works just fine while in airplane mode.

[@337WHITE]

What mapping apps work with the Choros watch?

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Coros has its own mapping capabilities. To follow a route on your Coros watch, you can just download a gpx file from whatever mapping app you use (onX, etc.) and upload the gpx file to your Coros device.

[@natejewkes]

Yes! Coros is the best for navigation and battery life

[@coreyvirgil2025]

If you're looking for navigation on your watch, I'd probably skip Coros. I had the Vertix 2, but the navigation was so bad I returned it and spent the extra for a Fenix 7X. Super happy with that decision.

[@76FastEddie]

Is that a new pack or just a Shadowlight pack with CS40 straps?

[@TaysonWhittaker]

Prototype

[@user-lv7zk3cv6t]

The toaks 750ml pot purchased from you does not have any marked measurement, inside or outside.

[@wesb123]

You gotta mark it yourself, there’s some old KZbin videos on how to DIY.

[@Whigu]

Just stay away from nitecore nb20000 battery bank... it's only battery bank what I have used which has turned to spicy pillow and nitecore wants me to buy new one so they don't stand behind their products.

[@michaellorenzen8200]

pop of the bungees and both Nightcore lights make great bike lights and Nightcore power banks SUCK

[@3ehahn]

I’m sorry that i watched this….Freakin beard commercial filled with tech junk and wrappers. Ugh.