Gear Load Out: 5 Days 75 Miles of the Colorado Trail with 2 Never Seen Items

My Colorado Trail Packing List:
Backpack (coming in 2024): www.mysteryran...
Sleeping Bag: bit.ly/3QYMq0t
Sleeping Mattress: bit.ly/47hVFP1... version comes out in October)
Tent: bit.ly/3qmuR06
Camp chair:
Cookpot: bit.ly/3OnddkO
Stove:
FlipFuel Canister device: bit.ly/3EcUsvP
Bear Canister
Folding Knife: bit.ly/45nnAvG
Water Filter: bit.ly/3OQXMmj
First Aid Kit:
Blister Kit:
Hiking Shoes: bit.ly/3YtWyAH
Headlamp:
Trowel: bit.ly/3Kyr7zu
Hyperlite Camera Case: bit.ly/3QCa3MF
Trekking Poles
Hiking Belt: bit.ly/3KBHFXf
Hiking Pants:
Hiking Underwear: bit.ly/3s7bett
Hiking Gloves: www.hestraglov...
Sun Hoody: bit.ly/3OwwpxD
Buff
Down Jacket: bit.ly/3KCG2Zt
Rain Jacket: bit.ly/45t77X1
Rain Pants:
I'm heading to Colorado to hike 75 miles of the Colorado Trail from Durango to Silverton. Here's my packing list and gear loadout for how I'm preparing.

[@pdxraves]

Split those dehydrated food bags in half in the mini Ziploc lunch bags. Those poor bags are heavier than people think. Great channel you’re doing a good job.

[@lovedogsontheloose]

Hey, Eric. Was great to meet you out there on the trail. Hope the rest of your trip was great!

[@eric_hanson]

Love Dogs! Hey great to meet you too. My finish was wonderful. Beautiful out there.

[@lovedogsontheloose]

@@eric_hanson So glad you had a great trip! It sure is beautiful out there.

[@johncheeseman6764]

Hi Eric, enjoyed the video. Be careful of the sun. At 62 I have had skin cancer surgery 3 times. Never wore sunblock in the 70's and 80s. Love the new channel. Enjoy the backpack

[@amywert8088]

Sunblock is full of carcinogens too though!

[@yuffieh3860]

Pretty excited to hear how this setup holds especially the backpack and new Nemo sleeping pad!! Cheers from colorado! Have fun!

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! More info on the whole thing coming soon!

[@kmannewyork]

A great bag with great gear. Have a great trip Thank You for telling us about your mug. Thank You for another wonderful video.

[@eric_hanson]

Well thank you! Glad I can be helpful.

[@kmadamsable]

The FlipFuel transfer device is worth it. Ive been using mine this season and I like packing only one canister that is always full. No more partial canisters.

[@eric_hanson]

it's been so helpful as I have dozens of partially filled canisters littering my garage.

[@jukkavv]

Wish I could send you super thankyou everytime you talk about Fjällräven 😄

[@eric_hanson]

haha thanks! And why is that?

[@jukkavv]

Its excellent brand! I'm from Scandinavia myself and it makes me giggle everytime you pronounce it 🤭 It was so cool to see your Iceland adventure 👍🏻 I love your videos ❤

[@williekenk]

Eric - any chance you could possibly do a video on how exactly you pack 5 days of food into your bear can? I have a BV450, and I struggle to get supplies for 3 days/2 nights into the canister. I previously ended up carrying lunch for the first day out of the can to help with space. I just can't see a way to get 5 days worth of food into the can.

[@KristiinaKasepaluHarakas]

Hey maybe with new channel you can start giving Grams/Kilograms n kilometers on the screen to help out metric world 🤪🥰

[@eric_hanson]

I appreciate the reminder! I do want this channel to be helpful for all the wierdos who use metric (jk I wish we went metric!)

[@Mike_Blanda]

Love it Eric!!!! Great video and just ordered that collapsing cup 👍 Can’t wait for the outcome of your Colorado trip

[@eric_hanson]

Thanks Mike! I'm excited to put it all together.

[@GODS_N0T_DEAD]

Just got back to AZ from Durango-Silverton a couple weeks ago. Hopefully you find some time to hike into the Chicago Basin and ride the train. Both were beautiful. We hiked up to Twin Lakes and still had snow pack. It was amazing.🤩 Fair warning, the flies were terrible.

[@eric_hanson]

Chicago Basin is awesome. Did that one as a fifteen year old and it's sooo memorable to me. I've been thinking of going back! (it was an alternative to this one)

[@chrismoore600]

That is a great gear setup. Enjoy the trail.

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! My gear evolution continues. Super happy with it.

[@wowitsseamus1]

The Keb agiles are amazing. I Just got back from the 110km Fjallraven Classic in Sweden and wore them the entire time.

[@thebadhombre9917]

Taking a bear vault too. Also bear mace is a must too on the trail

[@eric_hanson]

Proper food storage is important out here!

[@horsedog713]

Nice load out Eric! Been following you now for a couple of years. What size is that bear vault? And, would it fit in the Radiz 47 liter pack? I’m also excited to hear about your experience with these new mystery ranch packs! I’m preparing for an AT thru hike in 2025. As an older hiker, over 70, I like to add a few luxury items like a chair and now a bear vault. So I may need more room than my Kakawa 55.

[@mointhewild]

Looking forward to more info on that New Nemo Tensor test!😊 I’m UL too, but that Helinox chair just keeps sneaking into my pack! 🤣 It’s the Sh*t!

[@expectamiracle.406]

Right on! Nice gear. I enjoy your channel. Can’t wait for the next video.

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you!

[@greasemonkey4god]

Excited to see how the MR works!!!

[@eric_hanson]

yeah buddy! It was a beaut.

[@jmash41]

Great video! So glad to see you're trying more gear in the ultralight category. Impressive loadout. Looking forward to your CT videos!!!

[@eric_hanson]

Thanks! I'm having fun learning new gear and styles.

[@mt_95]

Mystery Ranch getting into ultralight?? I had to rub my eyes and make sure I wasn't hallucinating. This is exciting, looking forward to a review and specs. It seems quite promising. Off the bat, my nitpick is that I would have liked to see the front pouch be mesh instead of solid fabric. I currently have a Metcalf which I love and would love to add another MR pack to the inventory.

[@khomatech6428]

they'll do whatever their new masters tell them to do.

[@AdventuresWithLoki]

Excited to see your video on this upcoming trip, should be AMAZING! Will you be doing a review of that new Tensor pad?

[@redwhiteblue7831]

Sweet gear, good luck on your trip. Be safe, and have fun. 🇺🇲

[@davidshirley6850]

Your new gear looks awesome, have always loved all the features of mystery ranch packs you demo for us, cant wait for review of new pack

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! Super happy with the setup. More coming!

[@corywcomer]

Bro. This is great. I have to take some measures to get my pack weight down. This is a huge help!

[@puddingfrais]

Oh, this Mystery Ranch backpack seems really interesting. I just receive the Bridger 65 this after seeing your videos. Maybe i should waited a little bit 😅

[@eric_hanson]

The good news is that both packs are great. Still love me the Bridger and that running vest!

[@Jonhikes]

Love the format! Keep up the good work Eric. Durango - Silverton is on my radar. Love my collapsible uco cup, I've had it for years. Gotta get me one of those fuel flip thingys. Happy trails!

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! Most people go Southbound but I wanted to end high at the pass. Super fun route. Go get it!

[@nelistheron83]

Great video! Can't wait to hear more about the new pack!!! 🤤🤤🤤🤩😍

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! There will be more coming!

[@neemancallender9092]

transfer canister to canister One in warm water other in freezer Transfer from warm to cold Much better results Then repeat do it again from the empty to a less empty

[@eric_hanson]

Yeah I didn't get into specifics but having a temperature differential between canisters is key!

[@lukepaulson3428]

That canister siphon thing looks great. Not something I would ever use because I’m scared of the woods. Cool nonetheless!

[@freddukepoo3359]

Soto Windmaster is my favorite stove especially if it’s windy.

[@eric_hanson]

I keep hearing how great that one is but I have yet to try it out.

[@HoppasJagStoer]

A thank you from Sweden!

[@mconnorsc]

That new Mystery Ranch bag looks amazing. Looking forward to a post trip gear review. Go back through the items and give an update

[@eric_hanson]

I will be shortly! Thanks!

[@david_onthetrail]

Watched the Colorado Trail video before watching this one, both great videos. 24.2 pounds is impressive, did that include battery bank to recharge electronics and any water filter or the such, don't remember seeing that go into the pack? My 5 day weight is 34lbs, but I have a heavier pack and slightly heavier tent.

[@eric_hanson]

The 24 lbs was pre-camera and drone, as those aren't things most people would carry. After adding in all my gear to document the trail like I wanted to, it was closer to the 40 lb mark, which, is obviously a little heavy!

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Eric, started following your channel while on my Appalachian through hike. Like to offer some suggestions for you to consider. Ditch the sleeping bag stuff sack and go with a large contractor trash bag. Stuff the sleeping bag in and then anything you want to keep dry on top then roll the top of the bag and press everything down to let out the air. By this method everything sort of form fits to your back. I carried a small Swiss Army knife that had nail clipper, scissors, and tweezers. Ditch the first aid kit and just put a small assortment of bandaids and moleskin in a ziplock bag. I used a small rechargeable flashlight that had three white light settings, a red light and flashing SOS. Came with a clip and I would clip it to my hat at night when I needed it. I did carry a battery bank (Anker) with the Anker wall plug and I could recharge the bank in just over an hour. I used the bag method to inflate my air mattress but then a fellow hiker turned me onto a small, rechargeable air pump (I mean very small) that recharges via USB. Inflated my mattress in half the time. Look forward to see your video of your hike. Sounds great and definitely something I would like to do. Can you tell me whether dogs are allowed on that trail? Lastly, I used the 50L Hyperlite pack and to be honest I wish I had gone a size smaller. Best of luck.

[@eric_hanson]

Thanks for the tips! Having not been a thru hiker, I’m definitely still learning this art form.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

@@eric_hanson You have a great channel and do some awesome videography.

[@topijero1]

Good trip Eric!!!!🙋🏻‍♂️🌿🍀🐸💪😎

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you!

[@BananaSixx]

Great vid as always. I own two of the LifeStraw Peak squeezes for use. Bought the first one on my first trip last year instead of the Sawyer and I was a fan of it. I did learn my lesson about having it along with 3 smart water bottles. I've reduced down to carrying two squeezes for this winter's upcoming trip since it'll serve for storage and quick refills/drinking while on trail with the convenience of hanging on my shoulder straps versus reaching/taking off my bag for bottles. That convenience goes a long way as a back guy on the move.

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! I generally am a fan of the Lifestraw but this time around I got frustrated with mine. More details coming.

[@daveevans7151]

Check out the Bearikade...carbon fiber bear can that is soooo much lighter than the BV, and so much easier to open when cold. I have the Weekender and absolutely love it! Like what I see from MR on that pack, can't wait to learn more.

[@tc2156]

I’m planning on doing the whole CT SOBO next summer. I’m looking forward to your video. I’m in the Collegiate Peaks area a lot. Love hitting up the hot springs after trekking on the mountains.

[@eric_hanson]

Nice! This was a primer trip for me. I'm definitely considering doing the whole thing. I hear Collegiate Peaks are stellar!

[@icastell]

Hey Eric, you’ll enjoy that trip for sure. Can’t wait to watch the video that will come out of it. By the way, the yellow color nemo tensor can find a new place to serve, mine! Lol!

[@eric_hanson]

It was a grand adventure! Trying to put together the trip video asap. Thanks for volunteering to re-home my Tensor! haha

[@sbellosa]

I would like to hear more about ursack versus canister. thx!

[@nickhartmann6320]

Amazing area of Colorado. Did the Million Dollar Highway in June.

[@eric_hanson]

Such a great drive! I love this part of Colorado.

[@JesusTheCity]

I just got the trailbacks as well! Theyre awesome!

[@UniteChopRise]

I just got the durston X mid 2 not the pro but I’m still very excited

[@jessegarnett6307]

I'm super excited to hear about that pack! I've been looking for something "ultralight" but more robust than what I've seen on the market. This may fit the bill, depending on how many bills it costs, lol!

[@eric_hanson]

I don't know it's price tag as it won't be released until next year some time. But I really liked it! It's not ultralight though. Still a great pack for a thru-hike or other backpacking trip.

[@jessegarnett6307]

@@eric_hanson awesome! Do you know how much it weighs? Or is that on the DL?

[@jmax850]

@@jessegarnett6307$299 weight 3.78 pounds as it comes or can be stripped down to 3 pounds.

[@JarradShaw]

Eric, when you and your fiancé have time to do this (or colab with Devin who also just went solo full time… up in Utah… hint hint wink wink) could you do a more detailed map reading and filling video. The old one that just got published on Backpacker tv is so good, but no top angle shots so there could have been a smoother transition of what you are taking about and showing on the map and with the compass to what you are trying to discribe. Ultimately, what I think would be so very cool and EXTREMELY helpful is a more in the real world show of what you are doing (understanding where you are to the layout of the map, setting the map down, adjusting the compass for magnetic north, then understanding where you will be going next). Someone could shoulder over the shoulder while a smaller tripod shoots at you face on. You would also be able to throw b-roll of the landscape around you compared to (while you are talking over the b shots) paning shots, slow-Mo, of the map. Side note: Why the hell am I in Indiana and not back in the Rockies shooting my own stuff. I can produce, direct and see the scenes so well, lol. Wish I could help all you new KZbinrs more, but until you all can figure remote help I’ll back seat myself right here. Love you guys. Cheers! ❤

[@BarringtonOutdoors]

Was thinking about getting that sleeping pad.

[@NealBenson]

Is that stove the same as the BRS?

[@ericcook8422]

I can't wait till you tell about the bag. It looks suitable.

[@mikesalasek3603]

Eric, are you going to review the Mystery Ranch pack? I'm excited that they have finally decided to make a light weight pack.

[@Minetoday14]

That is a bada$$ bag...can't wait to be able to check it out when it releases....

[@eric_hanson]

I'm excited to use it more. It was great on the trail. More info coming soon!

[@JarradShaw]

Omg, Mystery Ranch UL bag ❤❤❤So excited! 24 lbs ALL in

[@eric_hanson]

Yo Jarrad it's a great pack! Not quite UL as it's a little over 3lbs but it's a massive weight cut for MR! Super solid thru-hiking pack in my mind.

[@JarradShaw]

I dig it… need some more impressions but very excited Eric❤️

[@JCrozier1]

looks great. can't wait for the next video.

[@DryBonesOutdoors]

I did not know that Big Agnus had a jacket..,plus I just got some Grip6 socks about a couple of months ago and the more I wear them the more I love them. Almost to the degree that I’m loving them more than my Darn Toughs.

[@eric_hanson]

For some reason the BA jacket seems to have flopped from a market perspective but it's my favorite down jacket, so light and warm. And yeah, Grip6 are great!

[@howardjackman3242]

Good luck! Super excited to see how the pack works out for you!

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you! She was a beaut! More coming soon.

[@gregroberts875]

Great video!! Love the new channel..thanks for sharing

[@eric_hanson]

Glad to hear it!

[@tamaracheeseman183]

I can't stress enough the importance of checking the fuel level of the can. We bought a new medium sized can at a discount gear store to use at the Cirque of the Towers. It wasn't full. We ran out on the 4th and last night. No hot food for dinner or breakfast, and it was pretty chilly. We bought the Esbit Cube system as a backup for future trips.

[@eric_hanson]

It's good to have a backup!

[@anythingbutmyrealnamegoogl9615]

Eric, if you talk to the MR people, tell them to put out an ultralight crossover. Take the running vest straps, hip belt, frame, and backpadding of the bridger 35, but lighten up every other part of it. It really needs a big mesh front pocket and a bottom quick access pocket like cottage companies are doing. Wouldn’t mind ditching the brain, but that 45lbs load carry that’s comfortable at 30 is so important to me. I have a 1lbs 33L running vest style pack, but I choose to put my sub 5lbs of gear into the heavy bridger 35 for long food and water carries. The mesh and padding are just too thin on the Nashville pack I have, especially for something like a 7-9 day food carry. There’s a gap in the market for a light pack that actually carries that weight and MR could make a few changes to the Bridger to make my dream pack. The new pack looks nice, but a bottom pocket and running vest straps from MR is my absolute dream.

[@eric_hanson]

My biggest disappointment with this pack is that they didn't incorporate the Bridger running vest straps. I hope they find a way to incorporate that as you say!

[@0salvador0]

Can you please review forclaz mt900 3 person tent from decathlon? It's comparable to the most expensive more "traditional" 3 person tents on the market but for some reason it's not very popular in USA and i think that it's needs more attention

[@trappedinabox24]

Lookin tan and rugged Eric! Lol love your vids.

[@eric_hanson]

Awww shucks. Thanks!

[@neemancallender9092]

Congrats on your up and coming wedding

[@cbondoutdoors2891]

Would the hyperlite camera bag be able to carry a canon 5D DSLR with the battery grip? Or are they pretty narrow for "stock" camera bodies?

[@Hudgi34]

I'm doing a 75 mile AT section hike through the Smoky Mountains in October! We're doing it in 7 days, with the first and last day only being ~7 mile half days. Approx. 13 miles every full day. Got my base weight down to 12lbs, and then there will probably be another 10 lbs of food? Not quite sure how much it will weigh, but anything less than 25lbs wet weight is good for me for such a trip.

[@eric_hanson]

Nice! 75 miles in 5 days is fairly aggressive. That's a nice base weight! You'll probably need around 12 lbs of food for 7 days.

[@weekendshermit]

Man your hiking gear is worth more that my car 😂😂😂. What a display of the most fancy and expensive gear that exist. But, i get it. It's your job. It's not a hobby, like it's for some other people.

[@eric_hanson]

I spent a lot of my life backpacking! So yeah, I like having the good stuff!

[@lilianm7151]

Nice video. Just a shame Mystery Ranch didnt incorporate the running vest style harness.

[@eric_hanson]

It's true. I would've liked to see that carry over too.

[@samudrachannel3969]

Peralatan camping yang sangat bagus untk di bawa kemana mana

[@bertman4]

You mentioned you now have skin issues from sun exposure but I did not see you mention sunscreen, lipbalm, or sunglasses? And what about bug protection? A buff's not going to cut it. I'd recommend an actual headnet and picardin for exposed skin.

[@eric_hanson]

I brought a small canister of Badger balm but I mostly relied on covering my skin with pants and a sun hoodie + hat. I was hiking north and this was effective. I brought a small bit of Murphy's for bug repellent but never used it as bugs were negligible.

[@Yoloswaggins69420]

Great video, Eric!

[@eric_hanson]

Thank you!

[@Mike___Kilo]

Gotta get one of those flipfuel thingies.

[@eric_hanson]

Do it! The little thing is super helpful.

[@Mike___Kilo]

Wold not have known about it but for your video! @@eric_hanson

[@user-nu8uc8wq8v]

Liking the shirt 👍

[@ghifarakbar8492]

soak the cannister you want to fill in ice water to make pressure difference. you will be able to move more gas that way

[@The_Succsessor]

Mystery ranch does ultra light? I don’t believe

[@bukketkid2567]

😂😂😂 Im surprised the Nemo tenser can get lighter

[@eric_hanson]

Well it's not actually ultralight. But it looks to me like they want to grow into that market and this is their first step in getting there. Very solid pack. More info coming!

[@eric_hanson]

Right?!

[@David-lt9jw]

@@eric_hansonhow much does it actually weigh?

[@The_Succsessor]

Sorry it’s hard to portray it through comments but I was making a sarcastic joke

[@ExplorewithEast]

❤ this. Hooray.

[@verdelljackson8557]

Looking forward to your review of the new MR bag and the new Nemo Tensor. I recently purchased the 65l MR Bridger, looking forward to going on my first backpacking trip.

[@roncarr7179]

I just got the Bridget 65L too, love it but can’t wait to see a in-depth on their UL.

[@frosty_soda]

@@roncarr7179 the bridger is the dogs balls! I love it.

[@eric_hanson]

Is being the dog's balls a good thing? haha

[@eric_hanson]

The Bridger is a banger! Post trip gear review coming soon.

[@jmax850]

Hi Eric why didn’t you take the Zenbivy instead of a sleeping bag?

[@eric_hanson]

Mostly as I am taking my opportunities to get new gear tested properly. Still looove that Zenbivy though.

[@ShaunRGardner]

The bear expert mention what bear canister is best? In the New York high peak wilderness, they don’t allow bear vaults. Only backpackers cache cans

[@eric_hanson]

huh, that's interesting. Like the cache boxes they provide? He basically said bear canisters in general, not necessarily a brand. He said the Ursacks are not effective against bears (good for rodents though).

[@MastaSquidge]

​@eric_hanson you have to check the rules for each area. They usually require certain brands or will disallow some for various reasons. Up in the NE there was a bear that was confirmed to be able to open bear vaults and they banned them for a few years until someone shot said bear.

[@lorihone7478]

I just found your channel today. I think it’s wonderful, but is there anyway you can do one for cheaper gear for like poor people like me?

[@jordanjclay]

That pack certainly looks pretty, definitely fulfills rule number 2…and safety is third.

[@eric_hanson]

What's rule number one?

[@jordanjclay]

@@eric_hanson 1) gotta have fun, 2 gotta look good and safety third.

[@kurteuropa8813]

Holy moly....when last did you wear that Down jacket if there is still a mask in the pocket lmao?

[@noodlesthe1st]

If you want to go to a quilt and still keep your hood you can get a down hood. The benefit is that if you're a side sleeper the hood moves with you.

[@eric_hanson]

That's true. Good point!

[@obristimagery]

Perfect time for a video before my trip. Im right at 31lbs with my camera gear. Kinda think I should just bring my iPhone:) Have fun!

[@eric_hanson]

nice work! That dang camera gear really added up in the end. It's tough being a camera person!

[@christopherdesantis9876]

Salesman or hiker ? I can't tell the difference anymore. Nice video.

[@7505kpersson]

Thanks for your video! So informative. =)

[@eric_hanson]

Glad to help!

[@kasonbisso6007]

It’s titanium 💅🏼

[@gillesgodar]

OMG ! You blow in your pumping bag at 2:52 ! And your moisture ? 😂

[@Em_Dee_Aitch]

All my gear is very old and worn out. And I’m sick of my EMS Gore Tex jackets failing. It’s Arc’Teryx from now on.

[@DONTTREAD823]

Look into KUIU attack or Tiburon pants

[@FreddyFingers-z2s]

Above 10k feet you don't need a canister. Bears don't go up that high because they're really lazy. Canister is overkill in this case.

[@eric_hanson]

This is terrible advice and not true at all.

[@axelmarx7280]

Hai! What kind of camera and gear/stuff did you go with?

[@eric_hanson]

I shot with the Canon R5 and DJI mini 3 pro

[@stanleysadventres]

Would be nice to see Mystery Ranch sponsor this channel as well

[@eric_hanson]

I'm genuinely a fan of the company!

[@dudewith_camera]

Since you cook food in your pot, do you store that in the bear canister as well at night? Wondering what you do since the can is looking really full without it. Thanks Eric!

[@eric_hanson]

I mostly used the pot for boiling water, not cooking food. But yes I treat it like a scented item and I hung it in a bag away from camp.

[@dudewith_camera]

Thanks for the reply! So, you’ll bear canister actual food and scented items go in a hang typically?

[@mebinnyc]

Really enjoying your channel. If you're ditching that old Nemo Dagger, I'd be happy to take it off your hands LOL

[@eric_hanson]

haha I appreciate the offer! I'll still make good use of it.

[@maverickrodriguez7213]

Dang it!! I just bought a nemo tensor insulated!! Uugh

[@eric_hanson]

haha, that's frustrating. But rest assured (no pun intended) you got yourself a great mattress!

[@Steven-f7v]

New light pack but about a dozen stuff sacks with sinlge items in them. Ditch all the stuff sacks if you only have one item in it.

[@eric_hanson]

My eVent compression sack was critical for my sleeping bag as it was suuuper rainy. My Packstack pro kept my clothes and camera equipment dry. One more dry sack for odds and ends that was also helpful especially with how wet it was. Why would I ditch those?

[@Steven-f7v]

@@eric_hanson I Line my whole bag with a trash compactor bag for waterproofing and just dump everything I want to keep dry in that.

[@voodoo2882]

nice pack.....items taken for the trip was 'stinken rad'. have fun ps....miles per day, ouch!

[@eric_hanson]

Love my gear setup! And yeah. I'm feeling preeeetty sore today.

[@LifeOWrylee]

When can we get an in-depth review of the Radix 57??

[@eric_hanson]

probably in October. Got myself a jam packed August and September.

[@o0oitzJimmy]

Dang, just got the bridger 45 but that new pack looks sick and its lighter?!?

[@eric_hanson]

The Radix is a great pack! But the Bridger 45 still beats it for comfort. Radix won't be available until next year. I think you'll be happy!

[@JonathanFisherS]

Can you post your route? I want to do something like this next year! Thank you!

[@eric_hanson]

I hiked from Durango (Junction Creek Trailhead) to Molas Pass on the Colorado Trail. Check out the FarOut app for route details as it was suuuuper helpful.

[@GetOutAndLive]

I chose these exact poles for myself not having a budget constraint in my head. They will do in winter, and I am afraid that cork is not that durable. What do you think am I missing going ahead with them and not with some more expensive model?

[@eric_hanson]

Having just got off the trail, I thought these poles were just okay. My biggest grievance was the locking mechanisms being annoyingly difficult. But they're sturdy and effective! I prefer my Komperdell Explorer bit.ly/44koZlU but they're double the price!

[@GetOutAndLive]

And they are a bit more lightweight! I'll take a closer look at that locking mechanism. Thanks! @@eric_hanson

[@NREnger]

@Eric Hanson How much does the pack weight on it's own?

[@eric_hanson]

This a pre-production pack so I'm not sure if there will be revisions but it's just a hair over 3 lbs. Lightweight and a big improvement but still not ultralight.

[@doggoneblues831]

That’s stove is just the brs from amazon.