I Went Backpacking with the Best Gear Ever Made

[@JustinOutdoors]

⭐ Garage Grown Gear Unique Items ⭐ Bear Bag: geni.us/AdotecBearBag Repair Kit: geni.us/CommonGearRepair PadPal Pump: geni.us/PadPal Flip Caps: geni.us/Sportcaps FlipFuel: geni.us/FlipFuel Thermometer: geni.us/ThermoDrop Full Gear List: www.packwizard.com/s/8nbS_ZX 👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Wapta 30 Pack: geni.us/Wapta30 Pack Liner: geni.us/nylofume Plex Solo Lite Tent: geni.us/PlexSoloLite Helix Sleeping Pad: geni.us/HelixSleepingPad Mega Pillow: geni.us/MegaPillow Rock Front Quilt: geni.us/Rockfront400UL Long Stakes: geni.us/MSR-Core Short Stakes: geni.us/CarbonCore 🍔 COOK SYSTEM 🍔 BRS3000 Stove: geni.us/BRS3000t Toaks 550mL Pot: geni.us/Toaks550UL Temperature Sticker: geni.us/TempSticker Pot Lid: geni.us/ThePikaLid Pink Spoon: geni.us/PinkSpoon Quickdraw Filter: geni.us/PlatyQuickDraw FlipCap Lids: geni.us/Sportcaps Russbe Bag: geni.us/RussbeBags ⚙ MISC GEAR ⚙ Nitecore Power Bank: geni.us/Carbon6k NU20 Headlamp: geni.us/NU20Classic Toothpaste Tabs: geni.us/UnpasteTabs InReach Messenger Plus: geni.us/MessengerPlus Moonlite Elite Chair: geni.us/MoonliteElite CuloClean Bidet: geni.us/CuloClean Powdered Soap: geni.us/PikaSummitSuds Bogler Trowel: geni.us/BoglerTrowel 🚶HIKING CLOTHING 🚶 Astroman Sun Hoody: geni.us/AstromanHoodie Mica Pants: geni.us/MECMicaPants Ombraz Sunglasses: geni.us/OmbrazSun Speedgoat Shoes: geni.us/HokaSpeedgoat Hiking Staff: geni.us/CameraStaff Rain Hoody: geni.us/RF-RainHoody 👕 CAMP CLOTHING 👖 Alpha Direct Fleece: geni.us/FarpointeOG Merino Toque: geni.us/Minus33Hat Torrid Apex Jacket: geni.us/TorridApex Imago Sandals: geni.us/MayflySandals

[@andrew_gardner]

Link to the pot temp sticker?

[@JustinOutdoors]

@@andrew_gardner Oops! here you go geni.us/TempSticker

[@hupo]

Rock Front Quilt link goes to the REI magma

[@hupo]

@@andrew_gardner looking for this too

[@JustinOutdoors]

@@andrew_gardner added

[@dontpanicbotanics]

I think people would be interested in hearing more about your 'philosophy' around backpacking. Why do you need it? What exactly does it do for you? Did it feel like that in the beginning? And any advice for those who backpack but really struggle mentally with it? Great vid. You da goat backpacking youtuber and have been for a minute now!

[@Jehty_]

If you really struggle mentally with it, is there a reason to continue? For me backpacking is a hobby. And a hobby has to be fun.

[@jbvertexx]

Loved this video. It's a great example of how "ultralight' is not an ultimatum. It all comes down to tradeoffs on weight/cost vs. utility/comfort, understanding that ~1/2-2/3 of your time on the trail, "comfort" is directly a function of weight. You also touched on one of my primary reasons to backpack - you come back as the best version of yourself. I couldn't have said it better. Additionally, it's clear, there's no beauty on Earth like the beauty of your girls, even those awesome Canadian Rockies you were immersed in. But doesn't the beauty of those Rockies make you recognize the beauty of your girls even more? Amen to that. Finally, thank you Stephie, for your awesome encouragement of Justin to continue his passion. I can't think of a more profound inflection point in life than having your first-born, and you pushing Justin to keep doing what he does is such an amazing gift. Sincere congrats to you both!

[@JustinOutdoors]

Thank you for this amazing message. It means a lot to be seen so accurately. I might have teared up a little.

[@vecremser2226]

This is the best KZbin comment I've witnessed. It's so pure. Nice one👍

[@pyronymph-868]

YES!! Finally someone who properly uses a bidet; using soap and the bidet to actually WASH ❤❤❤ Thank you for normalizing this!

[@sheilasunshine9173]

@@MichaelTheophilus906nobody wants to touch your food my guy! Dont worry

[@architennis]

@@MichaelTheophilus906 If you wash your hands with soap afterwards you'll be clean, right?

[@ДмитрийИсаев-я9г]

Thank you for using Rock Front quilt, for me as a Ukrainian that means a lot! Plus they make a really good products, I own a couple of them, and had a 0 problems Again, thank you, and glory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦

[@lukedeleonardo7924]

If this is Fedir, it's a small world.....😅

[@LiseWrigley]

So rock front is Ukranian ?

[@lukedeleonardo7924]

Yes. I don't know a lot about the brand but I did run into the son of the owner randomly on trail. I'd trust it.

[@rungavagairun]

@@LiseWrigley Yes. If you go to their website, click on the "About Us" section.

[@filiphudak4183]

❤

[@robynroamsoutdoors]

I fully understand the need to backpack. I do it for my mental health and luckily my wife understands that. She basically kicked me out of the house this last spring so I could go backpacking and take our youngest son on his first trip. I have another trip next month that I'm so looking forward to.

[@abenator85]

Hey man, congratulations, and you're already doin' well as a proud dad. Great content, my wife and I are over the moon happy for you all. She's gonna have a beautiful life because of yall.

[@1990westfalia]

Thanks for all the camera work that you did to highlight the gear and the experience. The knowledge you share is real and useable at so many levels, including tooting the horn for Garage Grown Gear.. Please keep making these great videos. Skillet

[@Wendy-cf5tv]

Congratulations to you and Steph on your little Josie! Parenthood is amazing and it will be so cool to show her all the amazing things you do and see!

[@davidcooper8390]

Love the rainjacket, Rockfront is doing some cool things for sure.

[@browsman2328]

Even though I don’t backpack anymore due to age and health issues I’m still an avid day hiker. I appreciate new and innovative gear applicable to day hiking like the Secret pot lid, Flipcap lids for water bottles, Rock Front Rain hoody and that crazy stove system using air horn fuel. Thanks Justin and I understand your need for outdoor time.

[@danielsingh9415]

It's not air horn fuel, per se, but refilling the air horn canister with gas canister fuel

[@ricomacpherson6845]

Congratulations Steph and Justin can't wait for family trips.

[@dylanpausic5026]

I get so excited when my phone sends me a notification on a new video from you. I always know there will be some new ultralight gear I will learn about🙏 hope the family is doing good Justin

[@mell8831]

I don’t know if you could have chosen a more stunning camp site in the area with amazing views all round! 😍

[@anitasimmons3599]

Thank you for taking us along on your trip. Congratulations on your first child too. Life is never the same after children, but it is truly amazing to to get to rear children. For me I will likely never backpack with an UL backpack again. Osprey or Deruyter make some really lighter weight Backpackers but the female specific backpacks are were they really shine. There is nothing worse than trying to wear a backpack that sits too far out on your shoulders, period. The suspension and weight transfer is really important for us older Backpackers as well. When you take your baby on their first trip in a backpack you will really appreciate the Osprey system too. Try carrying a 3 year old in a Graco child carrier, oh wait those would be over 30 years old now... never mind... My baby boy, purchased the inReach Messager for me last year, because the SPOT gen 3 did not have two way communication abilities and he wanted to be able to receive texts not just a pre typed check in message. My late husband was fine with being able to see where I was on Google maps, but my young adults actually will text rather than call... go figure. Thank you for taking the time to create this video.

[@StarTrekMonkey]

Congratulations on baby!! Glad you enjoyed your trip!

[@franciscorojas3358]

Congrats for your little girl Justin, she will become in the bright of your eyes, best regards from Guadalajara MX

[@papajeff5486]

Congrats on new daughter. Thanks for gear spotlight… from an old vet, retired in the foothills of the Smokies.

[@FreeGerm]

These videos are so well produced. Thank you for your dedication to quality!

[@jazzwyld1]

I get the "tough" part when you miss your family. Very wise to balance what you need and when your family needs you. Your videos are what motivated me to take solo trips, and I get to show up as my best self for my family too.

[@OutLan]

I love that lid concept! Totally in for that.

[@mdog6726]

Congratulations man. Daughters are the best.

[@drytool]

Congrats on bringing new life into the world brother and sister!

[@barbaramitchell7917]

Congratulations on being a dad! And thanks for this video! I was always curious what works for you

[@andreaknibbs9328]

Oh Justin, what you said about recharging and that you need to get out there was wonderful and insightful. It’s obvious that SteffiPoo knows you so well and loves you so much! Congratulations again on being a new dad, thank you for the videos and keep on putting them out. All the best the the JO family 👍 PS where was this? Kananaskis?

[@JustinOutdoors]

Thanks so much! It's up towards Piper Pass from the south.

[@steveh5169]

Congrats to you and Steph on the new baby. The Canadian Rockies are beautiful, you are lucky living where you do. Last trip I used the Porta Wipes, much less messy than a bidet and you don't have poopy water running all over the place.

[@ДмитрийИсаев-я9г]

Congratulations to you and Steph, I think you're doing well, and will be a great father

[@lukedeleonardo7924]

Congrats man. Hope you enjoyed the free time. It was 9 months before my wife allowed me some slack on my leash and an overnighter. High praise to your wife!

[@KevinRStrauss]

1st - Incredible views!!! 2nd - Sweet gear list. It must be hard to continue testing other gear when this list is so dialed-in and balanced for you. And a ~10lb base weight feels great!

[@edgar_nistor]

beautiful moment there with your better version of yourself, glad that you share it.

[@stoicodysseys6352]

I agree with you on the "needing" backpacking for a recharge. I am a dad too, I feel you.

[@brianadventures9622]

I love ordering from GGG! In fact I just got those same sport caps and some smelly proof bags. It's good to be able to recharge in the woods, it was amazing how much my kid would change in two days while I was gone those! Good luck with the family!

[@hannahgunter3552]

Thanks Justin for such a great & helpful video! Major congratulations on your new little one!!

[@SirDankyMcMemerton]

Hot damn, I’m glad to hear that you’re using the adotec. I found very little reading online about it but figured I might as well grab one and give it a shot if no one’s using it yet. Really seems like the next evolution of the bear bag.

[@Mesol0vely]

Congratulations on your new baby. Love your content and opinions. Very useful and entertaining.

[@rbreiff73]

Hi Justin, good video. That side draft tube on the quilt is a good idea. There's one on my Thermarest Vespa 45 summer quilt, and it's a lovely feature. The bungy cinch on the Nunutak Arc UL quilt does a similar job, and they've been doing that for years. They seem to fly under the radar but are the best featured quilts on the market.

[@markgreen6437]

One of your best vids, so much gold thanks for posting! 🎉

[@kriseikenbery112]

Hookah Speed Goats are the best. That is the only shoe that I wear. In fact, I turned my daughter on to them. She works as a cardiology technician and is on her feet all day and appreciates the comfort!😊

[@HazzM]

I have a wrecked back and find I'm in less pain at the end of a day after wearing my speedgoat 5s. Most comfortable shoe I've ever worn by far.

[@tanvach]

just found out that the Rock Front quilt also works as an under quilt for hammocks. That’s super cool. The most versatile quilt I’ve seen yet. Comparing to my 19oz EE enigma 20F quilt (900FP and 7d fabric), the equivalent Rock Front 400 quilt is 24oz. So is quite a bit heavier but fair for all the features it has.

[@jasonmiles8974]

Awesome video! Glad you're still able to get out on adventures. Definitely some pretty cool garage grown gear on the horizon!

[@europa1387]

Love seeing other people's gear. Nice set up, some cool little items I've not seen before.

[@weirdmusicmixmaster]

yo that lid idea is cool, please post a vid when its live

[@jmitchmo9133]

Need a new lid for the toaks ASAP. Exciting.

[@bewhiskeredjuarez6851]

I know the feeling of missing your family ,especially the little ones, when you're out in the back country. It's even worse when it's a solo trip. It's just you and your thoughts. Stay strong brother

[@Telthar]

I like how you make it clear that the bear bag is just to stop the bear from getting a reward. It won't protect anything in there, it will all be pulverized. An important thing to know if deciding between the weight and bulkiness of a canister (although these are required in some places) and a bear bag.

[@heretikpapy]

Pretty dang good list sir !! Well, thanks for sharing that 25 years of gear experience !! I'm new into ultralight backpacking so... wow. :) It help a lot in my case.

[@underdgk9]

14:16 Now that's a very nice "dialed" kit! The only problem with GGG is they won't issue a refund, only store credit---very, very annoying!

[@jefflibbey]

That was a really great, informative video. I might need to add to my kit before next summer's hiking season.

[@KrizAkoni]

Really liking this particular load out - lot of great functional lightweight gear! High interest in that pot lid…

[@Henry_Lawrence]

Hey Justin, I have a potentially cool video idea, "Backpacking with vintage gear." Seeing what backpacking was like before the ultralight sweep. One thing in particular is the SVEA 123 stove which I think is super cool, and was basically the first ever concept of ultralight equipment. It is the stove I use on my trips, and is a relic towards the past. According to legend this stove is bomb proof, which I agree with! The rest of the gear could be like one timey gear, which is cheap and easy to find. I don't know, this is just a random thought. Just trying to put new ideas out there.

[@steveh5169]

He already did a video kinda like what you are asking for, I think it was backpacking with 50 pounds or something like that. But it wasn't really using vintage gear, just heavier stuff. I like your idea.

[@pyrobob83]

Looking forward to the pot lid! Love my toaks 750 except for the lid and needing to use the stuff sack (or rubber band) to keep stuff in it when in the pack.

[@JustinOutdoors]

You can sign up to get notified when it drops now! geni.us/ThePikaLid I am SUPER excited for it. It's pretty amazing.

[@TT79-]

That rain jacket is gold

[@Spacey.]

18:58 that temperature sticker is by far the best life hack I've come across in all off the backpacking life hacks videos on KZbin

[@PawsitivelyWildandFree]

Congrats on your daughter!! ❤❤

[@aranha9365]

Nice one, i liked the tent and the thermometer.

[@pedalparadise4096]

Please add the oatmeal bowl to your list. Remember to support Steph having time away, too. She may resist but it will be good for each (all 3) of you. ❤

[@curtis.strange]

I'm a tad jealous of the new shell, only because mine from Warbonnet is on the short side (at least on my frame). Special shout out for being a pullover Alpha user- there are dozens of us!!

[@RANDOMNPC906]

The ROI on that bidet usage b-roll is insane at this point. I've seen that in so many of your videos 😂

[@Andy-Mesa]

I’m near the end of a 500 mile hike with the Wapta, and I used it as my every day travel pack for several months before that. Let’s just say I have some thoughts. Most notably, I would not buy another Graflyte pack. Also, it is absolutely positively *not* waterproof.

[@JustinOutdoors]

What has happened with the Graflyte? I'd love to hear more how the pack has worked for you. I only have about 200 miles on it but haven't encountered any major issues.

[@Andy-Mesa]

@@JustinOutdoors the front pocket is covered in abrasions and I haven’t even been hard on it. I’ll probably make a video when I’m back home. I spoke with a guy from Allula at PCT Days and they plan on releasing iron on patches at some point. I think in general the material might be too thin, as I think it’s also responsible for the less than stellar water resistance.

[@michaelal-nassir3616]

Great video thank you! What is the bag you sue for your oatmeal, with the curved bottom? Thank you

[@kmonnier]

We spared no expense 🦖

[@1ndragunawan]

6:00 buy Starlink mini, small battery bank, camping wind turbine and you can livestream your hikes, calls home, and watch movies. Yeah, it'll be heavy, but not 60 lbs heavy.

[@jeffreycarman2185]

Awesome ideas on how to save on fuel and use the air horn canister for fuel. Thanks for the video.

[@cypriano8763]

i had like three pair in a row of these purple rad pants back when i was rafting and kayaking in the 90s. loved those pants

[@pismorichy]

Well Justin I see you have moved away from the lost cost gear, good for you, However my Lanshan Pro 1 and I completed 35 plus days in Spain/ Camino Francis and She held up hurricane winds and severe rain. Simply Amazing. Seam sealed it 3x i would like more room but the Pro1 has a pretty good vestibule. I guess it's okay to have a 4th tent😂

[@wild-radio7373]

@24:18 !!!the orange liner❤ an important and often forgotten emergency preparation item:: signaling.

[@vanCapere]

Great setup - I do love the air horn canister myself. Literally one of the best gear hacks. :D

[@rungavagairun]

How do you keep it stable with that tiny base??

[@vanCapere]

@@rungavagairunYou can 3d print a stand for it. ;)

[@tanvach]

Curious how do you balance your pot on top of the skinny air horn canister? I have read that to meet the lindal valve standards for airhorns, the number of disconnects it can withstand is fairly low (something like 50). Might not be a problem, but love to hear the long term report on the durability of the canister.

[@TheLicewine]

There are tripod type accessories that widen the footprint, I printed one on my 3d printer. I agree with you that you don't want to boil stuff on an unstable setup.

[@tanvach]

@@TheLicewinethanks, does the 3d foot print + air horn can still weigh less than the 100g canister? Would be cool if the footprint has multi use.

[@tanvach]

@@howsbout4 great idea!

[@TheLicewine]

I dare to say that you may also want to use a footprint for the 100g considering the width of the pot used. Imagine the shift of center of gravity at slightest tilt. The footprint can be printed with very low infill for min. weight. Is there something else I can sacrifice at that weight? I personally go for bit extra safety. :)

[@JustinOutdoors]

I found a really flat spot. If I was on dirt, I'd dig a little hole maybe. Or use some rocks around it. In the long run, I'd like to get a little stand for it.

[@djSmokeShow]

The draft tube is genius! 24:47

[@dirtbagmoto]

Good trip, content and gear. Cheers

[@CombatBanana]

Awesome video! My wallet is crying

[@CombatBanana]

That Rockfront quilt looks awesome but do you know whether it's overstuffed? And is that sewn through construction?

[@smellybearc7411]

Speaking of satellite communicators, iPhone recently added the functionality of satellite messaging and location sharing on their newer models. I recently went on a backpacking trip in the Sierras and tested the messaging functionality out. It worked pretty well whenever I got a clear view of the sky. I have no reason to doubt the sos function also works well. Does that mean dedicated satellite communicators are kinda obsolete other than the fact that they have longer battery life and maybe a little easier to use?

[@nathankoenegstein3253]

Im slowly wrapping my brain around the idea of the bidet. Im fairly susceptible to chaffing so it makes curious to try!

[@Cracketdoo]

Justin, have you tried inflating the trekology 2.0 pillow with the padpal. Wondering if any of the adaptors work for it's valve. I am guessing not with its unique clicking mechanism to control airflow. Thanks

[@alexsingbeil1468]

So reactions, including hydration happen roughly 2x faster with every 10c degree increase so, its somewhere between 4x and 8x slower at 70c versus 100c. I think I'd rather eat hot, succulent food half hour sooner rather than eat crunchy or cold or crunchy and cold meals just to save 10 grams.

[@higler.]

4:51 Woah, sick kick!

[@john4flying]

Are there quilt-pad systems that zip together?

[@frstesiste7670]

I'm curious about differential cut. I remember that in sleeping bags from the late seventies and not sure if it was new even then. I can see that it's not as necessary in a quilt that doesn't wrap around you in the same way as a sleeping bag. Still, you'd want a quilt to go down on the sided to some degree to avoid drafts, even in warmer weather. I thought differential cut would be the standard on quilts too, but never tried to check it out (still have only sleeping bags). Do you know if it's only in the one you use or common also in other brands?

[@stevendenman9744]

Father of 3. Grandpa of one here. I like the part when you Siad "Catch up on sleep". Lol.

[@petemainacc]

Cool gear and all, but that location is epic and a show steeler.

[@bdmenne]

Sick gear!!

[@GarikDuvall]

Love GGG Good, Giving and Game... er I mean Garage Grown Gear! ;)

[@wyattroncin941]

19:20 actually 70°c is hot enough to pasteurize water as well, so you don't even need to filter your food water if you go with this method of rehydration But if you're filtering all your other water, there's not much point to not filtering cook water

[@paulsanders1]

Congrats on being a new dad.

[@vlanazigo]

Justin, thanks! Now I'm in doubt what to buy... EE Enigma or Rock Front quilt) RF has Tcomfort=0C vs. -6C in EE. So EE like more versatile as for me ... hmmmm ...

[@JustinOutdoors]

If you're not in a rush, I think Rock Front will be coming out with a -6C comfort rated quilt with a fully enclosed footbox. FYI EE's temp ratings are more of a limit rating. The Rock Front quilt I used in this video is about just as warm as 20F EE Enigma.

[@vlanazigo]

@JustinOutdoors , super. Thanks!👍 🇺🇦

[@frogturtle]

Hope your hike was Justin credible 😎 Also, any thoughts or plans to check out the new HMG Aero 28? Happy trails man!

[@JustinOutdoors]

It looks intriguing! If the roll top can be buckled on top and the side compression straps removed, I'd be very interested in it.

[@frogturtle]

I own it and can confirm that both of those things are true! The side pockets are hard for me to access and the phone pocket is quite small. But otherwise I think it’s a sweet pack!

[@jamesbean1962]

Will you make a lid for a toaks 1100 ml pot?

[@sliding_shade]

Nice video, very involving. Also great to see Ukrainian brands😊

[@jjlimon24]

We need a new name for Diddy bags lol

[@Donut_Hole_Gamer]

Whats that walking stick your using?

[@ddff5242]

How did you figure out how many g of fuel to fill the air horn can? Is that safe?

[@jefflibbey]

Safety is the first thing I though of too! I don't want my improvised fuel canister exploding because I accidentally overfilled it. :-) It's a cool idea, but I'm going to pass on this one. Plus it makes the base of support really narrow and it would be more prone to tipping over.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I weighed the canister before and after putting in the fuel. I also found some research people online did around the capabilities of the canister. I felt like I was conservative with putting 20g of fuel in the canister.

[@dennisradermacher2075]

@@JustinOutdoors BPL forum? There are some very clever people who calculated safety margins!

[@joeaustin3312]

i really like the walking pole! what is the name of it?

[@ccolagio_]

i have been searching for YEARS to find a 2-time, 3-time use backpacking fuel canister. closest i found was a turkish company nurgaz that makes an 80g canister. in my research i thought i always found that the airhorn canisters never had the correct type of lindal valve so it wouldnt work???? this 28gram canister truly works with isobutane????

[@boredandagitated]

Do you think the rain coat is more durable than the frog toggs? Also will you be looking at that new super thick thermarest? It’s heavy but might be comfy. The Neoloft

[@JustinOutdoors]

Time will tell but it seems more durable to me. Much more compact.

[@dswilliams69]

how do you feel about that tent not having a zipper for the door? I am trying to decide if that is an issue.

[@JustinOutdoors]

Zipperless single trekking pole tents are the type of tent I have probably used the most in the last 5 years and I have never missed the zipper. If anything, it is nice to know it isn't going to fail when in the desert and areas that are hard on zippers.

[@dswilliams69]

Thank you for the response!

[@cdegenova1761]

Wonder how long the photos will take to send in realistic conditions for inreach. Exciting news though

[@ScottBaker1]

Love my Hoka Speedgoat 6!

[@JV-ko6ov]

I go camping where you went all the time. It's a wildland park so you can random camp

[@makakakakdchnaefa8316]

which Trekking Pole is this in the Video? :D Didn't find in the List :D

[@Pickleball_dad]

What about the poles?