Big 3 ULTRALIGHT MAKEOVER - Three options to cut serious weight!

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

I made a mistake. This is the Zpacks Arc Air Ultra not the Arc Blast. List One - 6.3lbs $934.00: Waymark Lite 50L: geni.us/jjqHAwQ SMD Lunar Solo: geni.us/QFJZ NeoAir XLite: geni.us/52AcStD Featherstone Moondance 25: geni.us/5g8LFw List Two - 4.8lbs $1284: HMG Southwest 3400: geni.us/UfxZ0 GG The One: geni.us/C8cNU NeoAir Uberlite: geni.us/RKZBRg Katabatic Gear Palisade 30: geni.us/CBJbCa List Three - 3.8 lbs $1534: Zpacks Arc Blast 55L: geni.us/SH9B Zpacks Plex Solo: geni.us/ahG1KjD NeoAir Uberlite: geni.us/RKZBRg EE Enigma 30: geni.us/4j7JTY

[@SummitSeeker546]

When will you do a review of the Arc Air Ultra 60L? That’s next on my list to lighten my load! Curious how it performs at the upper end of the capacity range, 35-40lbs. I’ve said for a couple years Osprey needs to offer the Exos 58 (love the ventilation with the airspeed suspension) in Dyneema or now with Ultra 100/200. We typically do 6-10 day trips requiring more food which pushes the weight up. This Arc Air Ultra seems to be exactly what I’m looking for… If you do a review it would be cool to see you store a bear can both inside the pack and on top of the roll top. Curious how well the V strap works. Great content!

[@TheMrbonkers115]

You have quickly become my favorite backpacking channel. The content is just so concise and useful.

[@jakebrown3822]

Absolutely agree. No fluff here as with many other outdoor channels.

[@lakorai2]

Yeah he is the anti Dan Becker. Like The Outdoor Gear Review

[@j.a.1785]

Agree 💯

[@matthassin9943]

Absolutely I totally agree

[@Rabbagazten]

Clearly missing 2 million subscribers. Keep up the good work!

[@sargentmathlete]

I like your Barney the Purple Dinosaur sweater

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

I love it, it loves me. We’re a happy family

[@TH-sp5xw]

I love this channel! Good content, no click bait BS, honest evaluations, technical and thorough discussions- nice job!!

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@johnw.159]

Very good video, THANK YOU for including the metric conversions.... Great, non US centric help for the rest of the world! ....

[@jonsanford2515]

My current load out is: Durston xmid 1 - 29oz UGQ bandit 20 - 27oz Nemo Tensor - 19oz LiteAF 46l xpac full suspension - 32 oz I went from heavier gear to this over about 4 years. I spent about $650 by buying some of it pre-covid inflation and all of it during sales. It probably costs about the same as your least expensive load out today, and at full price. (If you can even get your hands on the xmid. I lucked out and bought mine not long before they became impossible to get.)

[@wafflefries5642]

That shirt is giving off big Barnie vibes.

[@adventureswithfrickandfrack]

Other options: Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight is a sub 2 lb backpack for $200. Thermarest 20 Vesper regular size is 19 oz for $425. You gave great options. Always enjoy your videos!

[@adventureswithfrickandfrack]

Me too💝

[@ironpig701]

Have the shadowlight 60L and its a great pack but it takes some getting use to as it has 2 seperate mesh back panels rather than 1 as it has a zipper in between them.

[@davidfence6939]

As someone who has to use a CPAP, I add an additional 5 pounds to my pack for my weekend adventures. Resmed Mini, Medistrom Pilot-24 Lite battery, and the added Medistrom solar charging panel and adapter to recharge the Mini that only last 2 nights. I'm looking into going ultralight due to having to add 5 pounds whether I like it or not. I could possibly die without the Mini. Does kill the quiet of a night, but better than not waking up to the views. Appreciating these videos, but acknowledging the cost to go ultralight. Do enjoy your take on it as I like some comfort on the journey. Plus I don't hike the farthest distances so going super ultralight seems beyond ideal to me. 11-13 lbs loadout seems reasonable and allows the added items like a chair, larger pot for cooking something other than freeze dried meals, etc.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Wow, what a great comparison. I know this took a lot of time to get together. This is a great video for people getting into backpacking to understand weight and gear. Well done. Crow

[@iseabeck9488]

Your opening shot is where I'm going to once the snow clears. I enjoy living so close to ONP.

[@JeremyFromScience]

This is a great video, it’s a good length for the content, well rounded, and has all the information and visuals you want. Cheers

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@peterjohnson6273]

Always like the work you put out, Steve. Thanks.

[@matthewrisley9070]

I saved some weight by switching to the BRS stove over a bigger stove, going to a nitecore NU25 over something like a black diamond you get at REI, and honestly the biggest weight was clothing. Favorite clothing gear is the outdoor research echo sun hoodie. Loved the video!

[@alfoutdoors9660]

In the UK the equivalent to the OR Echo sun hoody is The Rab Pulse sun hoody, which is almost identical but a fraction lighter. I absolutely love mine. Sadly it's been discontinued and replaced with a heavier version which I therefore cannot recommend. If you like OR jackets though I can definitely recommend their super comfy OR Superstrand LT synthetic hoody. It's filled with the nearest thing it's been possible to make to actual Down, OR's unique Superstrand fibres, that make it really packable for a synthetic jacket, and unlike down it stays perfectly warm even when wet! It's slightly heavier than Down but not by a huge amount..My large one weighs 330g. The two huge internal drop pockets allow it to carry a lot more than you think and it's windproof yet breathable so you don't sweat in it. For ultralight outdoor trousers, I recommend the Patagonia Terrabone Joggers...Only 176g in Medium waist. For a cheaper option, the Domyos ECO friendly fitness bottoms from Decathlon...200g in 34" waist/ 34" leg but only £14 a pair!

[@martywithawhy]

This is SUPER helpful as someone who’s on a budget but also wanting to start out with good stuff so I don’t decide to rebuy later. Thanks!

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

If you're willing to go up just a few pounds, you can go MUCH cheaper. But he had his parameters and stuck to them.

[@mtadams2009]

I bit the bullet and went UL and don’t regret it one bit. My big three are all Zpacks and my pad is the Neo Air. I am older, in my 60’s and weight is a big issue for my older body. I have the Arc Blast, Duplex and 20 degree quilt. Carries like a dream. I hike with my dog so the Duplex works better than the single unit. If I was to do it over I would get the Arc Haul, pre bent stays. They don’t make the Blast any longer. If I was younger I would go with something like a Granite Gear pack, BA Tiger Wall and a quilt. Light but not UL but I nice set up.

[@Hobomountainwander]

Garage Gear Own has some awesome ultra light packs for around $200. It's really amazing how the big 3 have come down in wieght in the last 20 years. I remember people talking about their old Kelly tent and strapping it to the bottom of their pack.

[@SeanTheEvans]

my old Kelty backpacks were 12-15lbs each, depending on the size, lol As a kid in Scouts I carried more weight than the lady and I carry combined these days, 40+lbs on your back wasn't anything to blink at

[@Hobomountainwander]

@@SeanTheEvans That's what the old timers told me when I was in Franklin.

[@SeanTheEvans]

@@Hobomountainwander a lot of times it's like biking. Sure you can drop a lb or 2 for a couple hundred bucks... or you could just drop a lb or 2 of YOUR weight with a diet. Gram counting at some point becomes silly - just be comfortable

[@Hobomountainwander]

@@SeanTheEvans I agree with you and I get a lot of my stuff second hand. It is a balance between the wallet, health and wellness.

[@DoseofDirt]

Love that you included 3 loadouts with increasing price. Crazy how low you can get your big 3 if you're willing to pay! Great video!

[@evanhammond7305]

I've been running into you to often you got good taste in vids

[@DoseofDirt]

@@evanhammond7305 😆 I can also say that you have good taste in videos!

[@nedanother9382]

its crazier still that you can spend so much and still blow your overall weight. Make sure to have a small pack if your boning out for the good stuff.

[@DoseofDirt]

@@nedanother9382 Seroiusly! Crazy how heavy a backpack can be. So often we only think about the weight of things going IN to the pack and not the pack itself!

[@evanhammond7305]

@@DoseofDirt honestly the guys who obsess over weight get annoying. I pack 40 lbs for two night trips with fly fishing gear like waders and boots and float tube sometimes. And I'll tell you 35 lbs in my 4.5 lbs pack is way more comfortable then 38 in a 2lb pack. Not to mention I get close to 50 lbs often. Lowest I ever get in 30 lbs never pack less then that

[@arnoldkotlyarevsky383]

REI Flash 55, 3F UL Lanshan UL 2, and Marmot Sawtooth 15F. MUUUUCH cheaper (~$600). Reasonably lightweight (~8lbs). This is my set up and I am extremely happy with it. Full comfort. Full protection. Full wallet.

[@richbuilds_com]

My setup is a lot lighter/cheaper than these too - some off choices throughout tbh.

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

@@richbuilds_com I might have missed it, but was there a temp range we were shooting for as well? There's a lot of latitude with a sleeping bag/quilt if temp isn't a concern. You could just go without a bag at all. And if you're perfectly comfortable sleeping on a sheet of closed-cell foam ... :)

[@richbuilds_com]

@@AJHart-eg1ys I'm geared for UK / Scotland weather so none of my kit is a light as you can go (cos it wouldn't work/last). I'm stlll under 10kg with food/water. Not true UL, but as close as you can safely get in the Uk.

[@arnoldkotlyarevsky383]

@@richbuilds_com I think a lot of what drove these particular setups was a kind of quality/vendor consistency. These setups make sense, but I think there are definite improvements to be made.

[@richbuilds_com]

@@arnoldkotlyarevsky383 Yup. Good point. Some of my bargain tents, e.g. The Lanshan are very variable in quality depending on which knockoff vendor you get them from ;-) - I got a good one and no complaints for what it is and the price)

[@ketch_up]

I'm just putting together a backpacking kit. My big three come to about 8 pounds but I've only spent about $400 CAN to put it together.

[@murd1281]

The Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60 pack is another great ultralight option. Weighs less than 2lbs and comes in at $200.

[@karlwitkowski4820]

You're a good down to earth man, no bs. Thank you.

[@HitechProductions]

My Granite Gear Vapor Trail is only 35oz and very robust. $60 used. My tent (don't remember the name) is a double walled tent and weights 2lbs without stakes. It needs 4 stakes. $100 used. Kylmit Static V at 18.6oz - $39 1 lbs down quilt - $50 For a total of 6.3 lbs and $250 Used gear is the way to go lighter for less. 😎 When calculating base weight and using a trekking pole tent you need to include the weight of the trekking poles, in my opinion. Your carrying them so they should count in both the base weight and cost. I know it's common to not include it, but that just gives artificially low numbers. In my not so humble opinion. 😉

[@merzhin891]

Thanks for adding metric system weight.

[@smileyhappyradio]

I love the zpacks arc haul. Belt is amazingly comfy on my type of hips. I find thats a deal breaker, how packs fit hips and waist. Also a way fodair to circulate. Much better than my starter the gossamer ultralight bag (which was nicy made), but fit my hips terribly and slid around. It has no airflow in back. Zpacks is worth it for several day or distance hikes.

[@bee_finally_306]

just wondering how you'd describe your hips. My #1 complaint about my current pack is it doesn't seem to rest on my hips.

[@angelawhitcomb4183]

Thanks for the info and I love the snappy delivery!🤗

[@davelipsiea1553]

Great video! Informative and not 20 minutes long; so many of the hiking info videos are too drawn out. Keep it up!

[@danleasure3517]

My big 3 is TERRA NOVA LASER ULTRA 2 person tent, 10 deg CUSTOM ZPACK SLEEPING BAG, ZPACK HALL I think or Blast I don't remember. And I have changed pads around several times, from my truck windshield reflective thing , cut down Military close cell from pad great insulation , thermal rest well the neo air short, regular,and X light , kinda now like the STATIC V PAD yes heavy but it's not always to be as light as possible. Esbit fule Snow Peaks Titanium cup home made wind screen ,UGI Titanium tri wing holder

[@RannonSi]

I just bought myself a black Windrider, making my pack about 2 kg (4.4 lbs) lighter! ^^. Well, at least when I've used it for a couple of hours and decided whether to keep it or not. With the Windrider, my current load is around 13-13.5 kg (28.66-29.8lbs) - when I weighed it in the store. Around 1.75 kg (3,85lbs) of that being water and another 1.5 kg (3.3lbs) being foodstuff (which I semi-easily could remove at least 0.3 kg (0.66lbs)) Currently, I'm considering, maybe, changing my kitchen (a gas Triangia) to something lighter, and repackages my dry food to save space. As the kitchen would be the cheapest (maybe) way to save space/weight.

[@Tomniverse]

will surely see some 3f UL/lanshan gear on the budget list!

[@johnphillips3526]

Incredible beard! Great info too. Great products represented as well.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@michymoo839]

Really helpful information, thank you! I hurt myself carrying too much weight in 2020 on a multi-day hike and have been trying to lighten my load ever since. I now have the Hyperlite Junction pack and LOVE it. Now trying to lighten the tent weight, but am really looking forward to trying an overnighter with a hammock system. The quilt recommendations will be my next exploration.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful. I really like Katabatic gear. Check them out in your search.

[@kylewassell244]

I'm not ultralight but I am light and happy: waymark lite 50l, nemo tensor insulated, UGQ down quilt, and XMid 1p tent for 6.66 lbs.

[@tinycmo]

You can make similar packs. A few years ago with a long Michigan winter, I ordered the Ray Jardin kit and the gary van peski one from quest outfitters. .still prefer my golite jam. But these are fun to make. You can customize them in your fav colors, pocket sizes,, and I have enjoyed many outings with them.

[@tj6111]

Wish that I could be comfortable on the NeoAir. My Nemo Tensor and pillow are a must if I'm going to properly recover from the day's efforts.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

The NeoAir is all I’ve know For too long. I’m upgrading for comfort this season

[@markheming3507]

I have a large collection of packs but I took the plunge & got the Zpacks arc in 2017 and never looked back. Yes it’s expensive but I thing it’s also the most comfortable (when UL) if all the 30-40 packs I own

[@Baasicstuff]

Great set ups, been looking at all the new gear, great choices

[@kittiwakedave]

Enjoyed the video. I, too, have tried to lighten my base weight. Now packing a Gossamer Gear Mariposa, Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 and Enlightened Equipment Revelation 10 degree (Long and Wide).

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

I have a Mariposa too. Great pack!

[@bryanplemons1091]

@@MyLifeOutdoors I'd be interested to get your take on the Mariposa compared to the Waymark Lite 50 and/or Hyperlite Mntn Gear that you mention in this video.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

@@bryanplemons1091 sounds like a potential video. I’ll see what I can do.

[@Polkster13]

You should check out UGQ Outdoors Top quilts "Bandit". I have the 20* quilt myself and love it. I am also a hammock camper and have their bottom quilt as well to go with my Dream Hammock "Sparrow" and Zpacks Arc Blast backpack.

[@GIRLplusDOGAdventures]

Definitely still out of my budget! Liked the approach of this video. It probably doesn't matter for the taller folks out there, but I have shorter trekking poles and the Gossamer Gear tents need a taller pitch so I would need to order separate poles in order for it to stand up.

[@ericmartinez7430]

I love these videos. I was wondering if you had any experience with the ULA Circuit or CDT and how you feel about them. On paper they seem like an amazing bang for the buck and PCT hikers seem to prefer them, I would love to hear your opinion on them or possibly watch a review!

[@frwb3351]

perfect info for those ul mates. me personally getting a bit more weight to carry, simple because I'm not able to pay those numbers

[@russwagers]

Great video! I just purchased the HMG 3400 Southwest, can’t wait to get it dirt.

[@philipbuckley759]

gatewood poncho.....rain cover, pack cover, shelter....11 ozs.....jacks r better stealth quilt....sleep system and a poncho, replacing the poncho....maybe 11 ozs.....for a couple of lbs, and a couple of pieces, of equipment, you get five functions, saving both weight and space, in the pack....next focus on shoes as one lb, on the foot is said to be equivalent to five lbs, on the back...

[@philipbuckley759]

it sounds like the osprey may be the go to pack, for comfort....or maybe the marisposa....

[@hitchpost5822]

I would be interested in a comparison of the three light weight backpacks without the additional kit. There features and the advantage of one over the other besides just weight difference.

[@Matt_Rowan]

The osprey Exos 58 is right near these bags on size, has back ventilation and it's $220.

[@stoicodysseys6352]

You might not be into backpacking long enough. You'll get to a point where you want cottage company gear made of better fabrics and much lighter.

[@nedanother9382]

though one of the best offerings from Osprey I'd still argue that Osprey is more form over function. you need look no further than the front pocket...theres no reason other than design that it would be so narrow and oddly shaped. Too much unnecessary weight to "comfortably" carry too much stuff. I think its funny how much people talk about back ventilation. My back would be soaked with sweat if I hiked up a hill and didn't wear a pack...

[@tylerreeves8026]

@@nedanother9382 so true, your going to sweat anyways! For me though, I find back ventilation is more about homeostasis than keeping sweat off my back. If your sweating, then your body is trying to cool down. Your back represents a significant portion of your bodies surface area, If your back is exposed to air, than evaporative cooling can happen more readily and your body can maintain it's temperature with a little more ease. If your back is covered by a foam padded waterproof non-breathable backpack, then much less evaporative cooling can take place and you'll find yourself getting hotter faster. In both senarios your back gets drenched in sweat, but your a little more comfortable from a body temperature perspective with one. This of course totally has the flip side of the coin though... On cold windy days, that ventilation readily convects heat away from your body you you find yourself wishing you had the opposite type of pack 😂

[@Matt_Rowan]

@@stoicodysseys6352 solid elitism bro, next video is about lower priced ultra light. So some people might want reputable brand with a lifetime warranty. A+ gate keeping.

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

@@Matt_Rowan Good on you. Don't put up with this bullshit trying to convince you that you're not evolving as a hiker unless you pay - usually considerably more - to get gear from some cottage company that might go tits up in two years. I generally find that the most hiking most of the weight weinies do is from their Range Rovers to the door of their local craft brewery to order a skunky IPA (seriously, that shit tastes the same as the Old Milwaukee we used to forget about in the bed of the trunk for the winter), show off their never-sweated-in Patagonia 1/4-zips and speak, whistfully, of Yosemite.

[@spacehoppity3127]

Looking forward to that affordable ultralight setup video! Keep up the good work.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

No need to wait. You can view it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoDJea2EnryWsLc Thanks for watching. I’m glad you are here.

[@spacehoppity3127]

@@MyLifeOutdoors Thanks for that! It was only after writing this comment I saw the video is 6 months old haha!

[@zamm4519]

Another thoughtful gear video as always. Love the content and hope to see more every time.

[@user-he8qc4mr4i]

It will be nice to have this video redone every year :-)

[@wisenber]

I'm not sure what the aversion to tarps is. A 9x9 tarp can be enclosed or open. A silnylon 9x9 can be a 10 ounce shelter, and you can be dry and out of the wind. That being said, I hammock most of the time, tarp, groundcloth and pad next, tent next and shelters if I have no choice.

[@Teddy-fx6fx]

Ticks

[@wisenber]

@@Teddy-fx6fx You spent 2/3 of your day surrounded by them before you ever got to a place to sleep.

[@Teddy-fx6fx]

Another great video, my big 4 Granite gear crown 38 -2.1lbs Neo-air x-lite reg-wide- 15oz Katabatic flex-30- 23 oz Lunar solo - 26oz Just over 6 lbs.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

That’s a great set up. The lunar solo has good bang for its buck.

[@ralfhedin]

Superfantastic way to help me as a ultralight-wannabe on my way to lighten my pack!

[@ironpig701]

Id love to see a load out using the Lanshan tent as thats my go to. Another great video and its definetly a fair apples to apples comparision from pack to pack and I know guys going this route. But me being 6 foot and 220 pounds a small pad and regular quit in a 1 man tent is just not my speed. Ill take a bit aof a weight penalty to go 2 man, wide pad and longer quilt.

[@shelbywalker-adams1682]

I’m 5’2, 135 pounds! And I STILL have a 2 person tent! It might have something to do with the 83 pound dog who sleeps with me though! Plus a long and wide air pad because I sleep on my back, not my side. So I totally agree that 2 person tents are a huge deal to me!

[@cliffspicer6555]

Do you have experience with hammock setups? I would love to see the same type of video with various hammock options since this is my sleep system of choice.

[@Doc_Watson]

Enjoyed getting to know you on the backpacking podcast and now I'm a recent subscriber. Interesting loadouts. Way out of my budget, but it's fun to learn about what's out there.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Hey Doc. I’m glad to see you here. Yes these loadouts are pricy but I promise I don’t always talk about expensive gear. Thanks for watching and I look forward to seeing your comments

[@Doc_Watson]

I hope my comment didn't come across as a complaint about the cost. I enjoyed the video and I do enjoy looking at different setups even if they won't work for me.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

@@Doc_Watson Not at all! If anything that’s my own hang up. My last two videos were high dollar gear. I like to try and keep it balanced is all I was trying to say.

[@DavidCrenshaw-q2d]

i have a old exos 38 the real exos when it had an exoskeleton... i think it weighs less than any of those and was under $200... a nemo hornet tent under 2# for like $400

[@forestdweller512]

Nice Quinault shots🎉

[@johnblayer4258]

When comparing the arc ultra to the southwest… which carries 30 lbs better. Guess I’m curious about load lifters on the zpacks arc and not having them on the southwest

[@jimizxztheorginal]

I haven't watched Barney in years...

[@Saggyhoagie]

This may be a silly question but why wouldn’t a tent come seam sealed already? I’m not sure what that means but I’m assuming it’s a weather proofing of some sort.

[@SouthernHike]

My southern accent saying Katabatic is yikes! haha That Hyperlite Pack is my FAVORITE pack. I would recommend it to anyone. Solid video dude.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Now I want to hear it! 😂. Thanks as always

[@eitanpaster5692]

Hyperlite southwest 40 with revelation 20, Nemo tensor, and x-mid 2

[@Andreas-ni2lt]

Spending 1500 to carry some plastic bags inside a plastic bag on my back? Just kidding. Though most stuff in this video only makes sense if you're hiking 1000+ miles. The only thing I really like on this list is the SMD Lunar Solo. Got this and the 2P and love both

[@brycewalburn3926]

I have very similar thoughts. Maybe 5 or 10 years from now all this gear will be affordable, but at this point, heck no.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

6.8lbs - $325. Pack - Bseach 60L pack: $45, 2.1lbs Quilt - NatureHike 35° quilt $95, 1.3lb Tent - Featherstone Tent $130, 2.3lb Mat - Klymit Static V2 1.$55, 1.1lbs All decent quality gear with proven track records.

[@monocogenit1]

Great video. Dang that stuff is pricey. Maybe if I used it often.

[@jackfabulous758]

Dude! Subscribed!!!! You rock!

[@scuba5k]

Really like your content, you gained a subscriber. I’ll be looking out for your budget option video.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

I’m working on it. Should drop in a month or so. Glad you are here.

[@KNURKonesur]

What lens do you use? That bokeh on your portrait shots looks gorgeous!

[@jamesblake8245]

Do I review for your gossamer gear mariposa 60. I've seen you use it in other videos but haven't seen a review

[@natebundy2407]

I can't remember... Have you done something like this, only not Ultralight? If you haven't you should! If you have, I'm sorry I forgot about it and it would be a good addition in the video description!

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

I haven’t but it’s a good idea.

[@ChurroWaffles]

The Hyperlite Southwest and Durston Gear Xmid 2P are going to be my grails.

[@markcummings6856]

Good stuff 👍. And option 4; skip the frame and hip belt… but you better know what you are doing. 😉

[@nedanother9382]

its funny how that skipping happens...I've still got the hip belt but there just comes a time when the frames 3 1/2 ozs just don't make a difference....so why have it? For me it was around 23 lbs

[@markcummings6856]

@@nedanother9382 No frame, no hip belt for me. But I do use a Fanny Pack… so useful for essentials and when around hostels, hotels and going into towns. My base weight is ~9-10 lbs. Totally comfortable with 1 ltr h20 and 3-4 days of food (additional 10lbs.)

[@Johann-4354]

I've been noticing how ultralite packs have been getting heavier and heavier these last seven--eight years. We used to have sub two pound packs but these new versions are getting to be the same weight as the nylon packs. I use, (I've got a couple of videos out on it,) a forty L. pack that weighs 1 # 10 oz. and has plenty of room for my long trail set up. It's nylon fabrick. Something is wrong that these ultralite bags are inching up so much.

[@tarekith]

Looks like you've gotten some new gear recently. Interested in hearing your long term (or more in-depth) review of some of these. Really enjoying your videos, down to Earth and perfect length.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks. I’ve been gathering this for some time planning this video. I’ll be using a lot of it over the course of this year. Not all of it will get more screen time but I bet a lot will. Thanks for watching

[@barondavis5692]

Well done.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@OutdoorGoyo]

NICE MELLY! :)

[@davids9549]

Greetings from across the pond! The opening assertion about the 'Big 3' is no longer true. Most 'lightweighters' loads I've examined have a different 'Biggest 1' before you get to the 'Big 3', and that's their ELECTRICALS - it's completely beyond me why some folk go to extreme lengths to shave off a gram or two from already ultralight essential kit whilst happily toting phone, satnav, flashlight(s), camera(s), drone (eek!!), PLB, brick-sized battery pack(s) to power it all, cabling, etc etc. But if you like doing it that way - hey, enjoy! It is invidious, btw, to portray the TR Uberlight as a lighter alternative to the TR NeoAir XLite - sure it's lighter, but it also provides far less insulation. My current comparable lightest 'Big 3' option are also my cheapest, costing less combined than a single one of your chi-chi quilts, and it's all good sturdy gear: Salomon OutNight 30+5 756g (670g without lid) 3F UL Lanshan 1 Pro 690g (stakes extra) - a SMD Lunar knockoff, better in some respects, not as good in others TR NeoAir XLite Regular 357g Cumulus 350 Quilt 620g TOTAL 2423g or under 5.5lb COST in UK

[@itsallthesametome]

Me too. Aegismax Nano 2 sleeping bag, 624g (22oz) - 120 quid, Lanshan 1 pro - 130 quid, XLite regular - under 100, and an OMM pack OMM don't make anymore, but if I was changing it I'd change it for a 3F UL Gear 45l pack , 880g, < 80 quid. Total cost, less than 450 GBP. or 600 USD including 20% sales tax, which would be 500 USD before tax. I'm also based in the UK, and I'd use this in summer in Scotland, or 3 seasons in Wales or the english Peak District or Lakes, which are probably more challenging conditions than most US based hiking since it's wetter and much windier. It used to be that chinese manufacturers made junk, but now they are good quality, especially manufactureres like 3F UL Gear. After all, aren't iPhones made in China?

[@davids9549]

@@itsallthesametome Yep - I've just bought an 'American' Scarp 1 from Tarptent - that's made in China!

[@joshwilcox8941]

My double wall tent (Mountain Hardwear Nimbus UL1), sleeping bag (Western Mountaineering MegaLite) and sleeping pad (Nemo Tensor Insulated pad) totals 4lbs. on the dot. Is this considered ultra light?

[@BudaDanielIoan]

Hello from România, big like ,what do you think about hammock vs tent? by weight and how practical is it?

[@Rico-Suave_]

Watched all of it

[@brandonsummey2418]

Could you tell me about the hoodie you are wearing? The polartec fabric and design are interesting to me.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

It’s a Melanzana Microgrid hoddie. Here is a video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXeXnY2nZ7CCg8k

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

I think you have to win a lottery to have a chance to buy one.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

@@AJHart-eg1ys they did away with the lottery and moved to appointment only shopping. They said they were selling out of a weeks worth of manufacturing in a few hours with people lined up out the door and the bare shelves till they could catch up. They thought it was unfair to anyone who didn’t get there the morning they restocked so they went to appointments to give everyone a more equal chance of getting what they want. It kind of reminds me of what’s Durstin gear is going through right now. So much demand they can’t keep up.

[@brandonsummey2418]

@@MyLifeOutdoors I am going to make/sew one. The fabric is readily available. Thanks for the response and the information.

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

@@MyLifeOutdoors I'm trying to remember where the store is. Something's telling me it's where they run that ultra in Colorado but I can't remember off the top of !y head.

[@МаксимЕремин-я6т]

Surprisingly no one seems to carry a slim pad below the inflatable one to reduce sliding inside the tent

[@jeffreycarman2185]

Gosh, one would have to put some real money down to get this stuff. But quality products do come at a price to match.

[@KrizAkoni]

Great setups!

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@ChrisGrahamWeb]

Great video. I'm deciding between the Six Moons Lunar Solo and the GG The One. I like the weight of the One but the extra space of the Lunar Solo. Which one would you go with?

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

It’s a hard choice. I like headroom. But I have more time in the lunar solo. And since I don’t carry trekking poles I think I personally would opt for the Lunar solo to save the weight of two poles. BUT it might even out since the one is lighter to start off

[@ChrisGrahamWeb]

@@MyLifeOutdoors Thanks - I also do not use treking poles.

[@firemarshaldil]

Bullllllllshhhh the heaviest thing I take into the Backcountry is my food. 😤😂

[@PacMan257]

The ULA Ohm 2.0 is only a little more than 2lbs.

[@lbcanor1848]

sub nero 30 9oz, plex solo 14 oz, uberlite small 6 oz (use sub nero on bottom/feet), solo 20* 17 oz... what do can i say, i love Zpacks... 46 oz (2.8 lbs for big 3)

[@T7Torquatt]

Great video!

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@kamaeq]

Nice review

[@nicktonks9817]

Great review put some metric measurements in please

[@Alaskaborn]

Lol me Hilleberg Rogen tent and western mountaineering AlpinLite 20 sleeping bag lol guess I'm a quality guy

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Nothing wrong with that! Great set up!

[@Jagoffbrewer]

Great load ahts.

[@garu7045]

I thought the arc haul 60 came in the ultra material not the arc blast 55.

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Your comment sent me down a rabbit hole. I’m still investigating but it seems this pack is an Arc Air Ultra. Which I can’t find on their website. I was under the impression I was receiving an Arc Blast. When I got it I saw it was Ulta material and that’s why I said it was an arc blast ultra. But looking back at my correspondence with Zpacks I was sent an Arc Air Ultra. I just didn’t realize till now. That’s my mistake

[@CalvertE98]

Love my nemo hornet elite💪

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Same!

[@nedanother9382]

great stuff as always. You really need to see someone about your gear problem...it might be getting out of hand. I can help...

[@brandonsmith1647]

Great video

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

Thanks

[@ladiesandgermz]

Bro is really looking like Barney out here with that hoodie

[@keithc5729]

I am looking for a very light free standing tent, any ideas?

[@MyLifeOutdoors]

How light is “very” in your opinion? I love my Nemo Hornet Elite 2p. It’s 2 pounds for a nice 2 wall simi freestanding 2 person tent. They also make a 1p with some weight savings but I don’t know how much off the top of my head.

[@keithc5729]

@@MyLifeOutdoors Thanks for the reply. I agree, Nemo is a good place to look for a light, semi, freestanding tent.