Lotus and I shared a tent on her last hike, the Zpacks Duplex, but normally she carries a Gossamer Gear The One! A lot of folks had asked for the video so we hope you enjoy!
@cuddleninja29784 жыл бұрын
yeah I was just going to ask about this.
@the_long_wait4 жыл бұрын
Oh, cool - you just answered a question I asked in a comment! This would bring her base weight up a bit but not much. Thanks!
@nedsled29944 жыл бұрын
What is the weight of her tent, the one?
@jessi_pop4 жыл бұрын
@@nedsled2994 19.93 oz / 565 g, per Gossamer Gear's website. It also needs 6 stakes so another ~50-70 grams depending on which stakes you bring.
@AliceFordAdventures4 жыл бұрын
JupiterHikes Nice I was wondering what she carried for a tent. Thanks
@backkat94754 жыл бұрын
As a female backpacker, I appreciate the different perspective. Thanks for the vid.
@outdoorjunkie24834 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@adam_1t6414 жыл бұрын
As a male backpacker i dont know why im watching this
@-roo-4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU! We really need more women doing gear lists, and this one was a good one. Some valuable insights and very easy to watch. Loved your laid-back tone. Nice one Lotus. 👌🏻
@iris_ivory4 жыл бұрын
Dixie from Homegrown Wanderlust is a triple crowner that does gear reviews
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@MojaveMysteries2 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@leslieross75554 жыл бұрын
This was extremely valuable to me as a woman, want to support her -
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I have my own channel now, so you can! :)
@BlueBoyBackpacking4 жыл бұрын
Fav bit at end ... Lotus "I carried this yoyo... so Jupiter didn't have to yoyo alone" love that. BB
@pandasarecute9984 жыл бұрын
The backpack doesn't seem comfortable for longer hikes as it sdoeant have stiff back... I would probably add a bit of weight so it's more comfortable and you won't actually feel the difference
@constancemiller37534 жыл бұрын
Yep. The Yo-yo was my fave too🤗
@julialeslie92134 жыл бұрын
I was intrigued when the Yo-Yo was first mentioned, and then I was happy to hear this explained!
@patmoss97774 жыл бұрын
i swear you two have like the perfect voice for the way both of you tell your stories and describe things not overly excited but can tell you have passion for it and believe in what you are saying
@Autumn19884 жыл бұрын
Love watching female pack/gear videos as a fellow female hiker. The palante fleece is a lovely colour
@davidsixtwo4 жыл бұрын
There was that moment when the two of y'all were heading down the trail in opposite directions, and suddenly you both noticed another hiker with a yo-yo.
@daybro42764 ай бұрын
Just found your channel and Florida Trail videos. What a great job you guys did! I’m a native Floridian and have only section hiked a few parts of the trail in central Florida. I’ve watch several other videos about the trail and I feel that your’s is the best! Thanks for sharing your experience!
@baxterbarrett4324 жыл бұрын
Would Love to know how she deals with her hair on trail
@Galactic14004 жыл бұрын
Love this please share more of her gear load outs in the future!
@Mitigator1234 жыл бұрын
Don't know if anyone mentioned it yet, but the headlamp shown at 6:54 is actually the Nitecore NU25, I have the exact same thing. This is easily one of the best lightweight headlamps available, definitely worth checking out. Fully submersible, USB rechargable, night hikable (think wintertime), excellent broadspread true white light setting for reading. Really full featured for just the 52 grams (1.8 oz) weight including the standard headband, or even lighter if you tinker your own attachment system with a shock cord or a clip on. (And no, I am not taking money from Nitecore.)
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
That's my bad, I was the one editing the video so just marked it wrong
@mediocremountaineer4 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say that I copped a nice yoyo as my luxury item for my AT SOBO (hopefully) this year because of you, and so far it's proving to be 63g well spent.
@azbacnikorange4 жыл бұрын
@ 8:23 That's some amazing editing right there!
@ruthc1244 жыл бұрын
the content is surprisingly inspiring esp. for female hiker. youtube was playing different videos on my phone and this video is like, the way she speaks is comfortable to listen to. half way of this video i think i should subscribe this channel and found out it is jupiterhikes'! (already subscribed)
@threeleggedcatdogwithtwosa64694 жыл бұрын
Thanks for unpacking all your stuff to show us. Really appreciate it 😍
@sydnicrow76502 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed that you took everything out of your pack as you went so that we can also see how you packed everything
@heatherrobinson70334 жыл бұрын
Super happy to see a woman’s perspective. Thank you!
@michcatani77954 жыл бұрын
Great video , I think I’m sold on the palante pack .
@spencers-adventures4 жыл бұрын
Every video is getting better and better dude! Love it 👍
@clairecawley53214 жыл бұрын
Aw yay! Lotus is so great, we hiked on the AT together! -hello from Chip!
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
Chip you're the best!
@jana74234 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate all the info in this video! this is exactly where I want to get to, regarding light weight backpacking. I feel very inspired, thank you
@MJGEGB4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad I'm not the only adult that still likes to yoyo. Might have to bring one on trail at some point just because.
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
They are the best! What better way to pass some time on trail than throwing around a yoyo
@scoutmaster3144 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing what worked for you. I just got a pair of Topo Ultraventures last week and they are already my favorite pair of shoes ever. Wide toebox like an Altra, but more comfortable for me due o the slight drop and cushioning. I plan to get another pair so I have a clean pair to wear off trail.
@treytamari4 жыл бұрын
The Ultraventures are great, especially since Topo started using Vibram outsoles. More tapered midfoot than Altra, plus a little drop while retaining the wider toe box. The Terraventure 2's are nice for off trail terrain. Looks like the GG Nighlight fits better in the newer Pa'lante's. Thanks for the video, y'all.
@jhonyermo3 жыл бұрын
Glad I watched again this year 211001fr in fact. Thanks Lotus and Jupiter, again.
@DavidBeechey4 жыл бұрын
Wondering what shelter / tarp you use ? Did I miss it ?
@DavidSmith-ww1uy4 жыл бұрын
Shared a zpack duplex. Normally carried a gossamer gear the one tent
@j.k.75954 жыл бұрын
I was unaware of Topo shoes. I wear Hoka's presently, but, I'm going to have to check out Topo's. Thanks Lotus!
@robertd63874 жыл бұрын
Florida mosquitoes: I laugh at your essential oils
@Josephhikes4 жыл бұрын
Cool good presentation, enjoyed you gear review . I like your Jupiter hikes T-shirt I have one in orange 😁 I get more comments of that shirt than anything I own 👍
@the_long_wait4 жыл бұрын
What about a shelter...?! I love learning more about ultralight and I try to buy as mostly light as I can (850 down Big Agnes sleeping bag to save weight) but can’t fathom how someone travels without something as simple as an ace bandage for a sprained ankle or at least an extra pen. Or nail clippers! I guess it all depends on the location of the trail, duration of the trip and re-supply points. I wish I could drop the weight of a bear canister in some areas but I get it. Very cool ideas, nonetheless and I enjoyed seeing a female perspective. Maybe I’ll do a backpacking load out gear video. We need more!
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
Hey! Forgot to mention the shelter in the vid, but she uses a gossamergear the one when alone, and we shared a zpacks duplex when hiking together. As for the other stuff, generally on most of these long trails we aren't too far from a town so nail clippers for instance are on a buy as we need basis. Same goes for medical stuff, Advil is often enough to get to town, from there we can get more serious help, supplies, or an out back home. Some things like an ace bandage could probably be improvised with a shirt, bandana, or something of the like. Having broken a foot on trail in 2018, and sprained an ankle in 2012 I still don't find the need to carry one myself but would never fault anyone for wanting to have that safety net to aid in getting to the next town. Cheers! I'm glad you enjoyed the video
@normarinker32454 жыл бұрын
Excellent kit. Thank you so much for sharing, Lotus! Thanks, Jupiter!
@guenbarnes16593 жыл бұрын
Yous twos yoyo’s give me hope for the future of humanity...thx Jupiter and Lotus
@cassandralesh85364 жыл бұрын
My summer base weight is 8.6 lb and I carry a much heavier stove and cook kit. I don't carry much. One set of clothes to hike in, one set to sleep in.
@Allyally12344 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you so much for sharing, love seeing ladies gear lists!!
@sablinger4 жыл бұрын
found the gossamer packs incredibly uncomfortable no matter how it was packed; until i slipped a thin, flexible pvc cuttingboard (ca. 8x12") inside the pack facing the back… this increases the weight only by about 1,5 oz but increases the comfort tremendously. Thoughts anyone?
@jhonyermo3 жыл бұрын
I think I am going to try exactly that
@SunkistSteps4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lotus! Loved your vid....I too have the BSR stove, Montbell Versalite rain jacket and Montbell baselayer shirt! I also LOVE merino. Got a question for you....what do you sit on during breaks? Looks like your pad stays in your bag all the time, so clean! And you don't use any kind of air pad? So light, so jelly... I tried the Palante but couldn't get it to work with a z-lite pad and would never get it to work with a bear can. Hoping to get out to the Sierra for some cross country stuff or just ANYWHERE really. Did get 500+/- done on the Hayduke before all the NPs closed. Hope u r hangin in there and get to do eat PCT miles soon. ~Sunkist~
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
Sunkist! Love following your adventures. On breaks I either sit on my pack, a rock, or the ground. Sit pads are nice, but I didn't really miss it when it was gone. The air pads kept popping on me and I was much happier when I didn't have to deal with that!
@majolie24264 жыл бұрын
Aww wish lotus was in more videos, does she have a channel?
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I do now!!
@majolie24262 жыл бұрын
@@tessmullaney wooooooo!! About time :)
@surfandstreamfisher57494 жыл бұрын
good video, i enjoyed watching you two on the hike.
@joanrusche69184 жыл бұрын
As a female backpacker, I’ve wondered how to lighten up. You’re an inspiration. Please share your PCT list for sections above Kennedy Meadows.
@hikerccter90364 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, I always learn from others gear list.
@GrizzlyGaz3 жыл бұрын
What do you use as a shelter?
@Taffer-bx7uc4 жыл бұрын
What did she do to become a park ranger? I'm interested in pursuing this career and just wanted to know if she has tips on this!
@Amaika164 жыл бұрын
I'd love to backpack in shorts but idk how people do it. I'm not skinny enough. I have to wear lightweight trail pants or capris. Also I burn easy so less sunscreen. Also I'm team inflatable pillow haha
@davids95494 жыл бұрын
Mosquitos, ticks, other biting insects, thorny/stingy vegetation, and UV rays would also love you to hike in shorts!
@Learningthetruth72 жыл бұрын
Inflatable pillows ARE wonderful!!
@davedoesthingsdreaded3 жыл бұрын
Add 4 or 5 days food and more water hauls on pct. Adds up quick.
@chelsiefris8180 Жыл бұрын
Does she have a KZbin channel? I’d love to see more!
@markcummings68564 жыл бұрын
Sweet kit. By chance, does Lotus have any videos of any of her previous hikes? Thanks for posting.
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
No, but she does have a bunch of hand written journals and a whole lot of photos. Though mostly private as well
@t5styles3334 жыл бұрын
Respect and blessings. Excellent comp.
@SethHershey4 жыл бұрын
That pillow inflate tho', sweet edit. I agree about the puffy. I stuff mine in it's pocket as a pillow. Puffy pocket pillow.
@RA-go5qk4 жыл бұрын
Don’t you ever need to wear the puffy at night? It gets down to the 40’s here in northern MN.
@rvrtrsprt32312 жыл бұрын
lotus needs her own channel! pls convince her!
@jhonyermo4 жыл бұрын
Very much appreciated this video. Informative and oh so interesting. Always learning, and so glad you shared. As in BIG TIME 😌
@JP-qm4tn4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lotus! Curious what you think about the palante fleece?
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
She's been wearing it a lot around her place(I would say town, but we haven't been out much) she likes it, no thumb holes is her only complaint. The kuiu fleece I have has no kangaroo pocket which is a bigger complaint
@rageoid4 жыл бұрын
Very well done. Jupiter is granite hard core with that 1/8" carpet pad thing - however, that foam Gossamer Gear short pad well qualifies as plain hard core ! Enjoyed watching the Fla trail hike, the filming was inspiring, as it often is on this channel !
@joelleschachter28674 жыл бұрын
that was my first thought no tent or tarp or hammock no way for long distance hiking but if you share it is an other storie I hiked long distance women alone ultralight when it did not exist with a light tarp when nobody did it but got to have a shelter now in my 70 with a painful knee and surgery will get hammock
@tnt123234 жыл бұрын
Where did she find the Hiking Essentials T? Absolutely love this video- great insight! Hope to get on the trail in the next few years!
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
I make those shirts! You can get one on my website if you'd like to 🙂
@friarrodneyburnap43364 жыл бұрын
Is there a 4 season Ultralight tent...? Is the base weight different for 4 season Ultralight...thru hiking? P.S. Does anyone have a 4 season Ultralight gear list they can share...please?
@vickirogerson1794 жыл бұрын
I carry this yo-yo so Jupiter doesn’t have to yo-yo alone! 💙 Great job on the video. Easy to understand, and beautiful scenery. Very helpful breakdown of your gear and weights in the Lotus Gear List in show notes.
@michaellundphotography3 жыл бұрын
“So Jupiter didn’t have to yo-yo alone…”cuuuute 🥰🥰😂
@rachelgreer34574 жыл бұрын
Have you thought about using a camping bidet? They weigh ~.5 oz and work surprisingly well.
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I tried one out and it ended up making me feel dirtier somehow. Also didn't enjoy having to carry a dedicated bidet bottle.
@barbaratennant85504 жыл бұрын
Where’s the food? How much food do you pack for 5 days?
@RA-go5qk4 жыл бұрын
I wanted to see that too
@AndrewTailorBosher3 жыл бұрын
More backpacking tips for women pls!!!! tx for sharing?
@StepsbyKaatje4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I also wondered about the tent. 😀 So thanks for leaving that in the comment! Greetz
@JohDan69694 жыл бұрын
Tampon? My wife uses one of those cups from natural rubber. Maybe try one of them?
@JohDan69694 жыл бұрын
@anime it was just a sugestion.
@alpineamanda4 жыл бұрын
How does she like that Palante fleece shes wearing? Does it zip all the way up the mouth/nose area, how lightweight is it?
@lettruthshow4 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about the GG night light in colder temps? What would you confidently push it to? And, did you find you need to remove everything In the pack to get to it? (I find my thin light super sticky so it stays on the outside. - good for not sliding around in a tent though).
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I have used it in below freezing temps and I was fine, but I hate inflatable pads and probably overcompensate on clothing to make up for that. It remains in my pack until I take everything else out.
@Emily-cj9nc Жыл бұрын
Did I miss what she was using for shelter? I don't think it was mentioned.
@JupiterHikes Жыл бұрын
We used a Zpacks duplex!
@Emily-cj9nc Жыл бұрын
@@JupiterHikes Thanks for replying! Of course, now I see the pinned message. ^^'
@RedStickLouisiana4 жыл бұрын
Have you considered hiking the American Discovery Trail (ADT)?
@getrealprepping9184 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your very informative video. What did you use for a groundsheet? Obviously the 7lb did not include water and food. You don't seem to have a knife, or a tool for getting fuel.
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
We didn't use a groundsheet on this trip. I carry a small swiss army knife and if I am making a fire I only use dead and downed small pieces of wood.
@audrey95614 жыл бұрын
Those shoes look really comfortable I always have a problem with any shoes squishing my little toe because I have wider feet
@wyomtnhippie2 жыл бұрын
I love farm to feet!! You don’t see them as much as the darn tough, but im with you, I like them a lot bettet
@Aldrichjgv4 жыл бұрын
Great kit! Although I would suggest less plastic..
@OldSchoolPrepper4 жыл бұрын
i see below she shared a sleeping set up with Jupiter (was this included in the weight? but didn't see a sleeping pad? nor back up map/compass? or were these shared too?
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I used the Gossamer Gear Night Light sleeping pad.
@jazsway3224 Жыл бұрын
As a male hiker, I found this video to be well done too.
@HM-gk3rq4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the gear list. Interesting about the Kula cloth... have been thinking of picking one of those up. Did you (Lotus) like the Gossamer Gear backpack when you had it? I’ve been eyeing that as well.
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
The Gossamer Gear packs don't seem to work for me, but maybe it's my body type. They feel too square/bulky in a way where the weight is always pulling me backwards, if that makes sense.
@michelelee8362 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lotus!
@1717jbs4 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks.
@lonestatel94 жыл бұрын
This was super informative! How long does it usually take to charge your headlamp from your battery pack? I’m hesitant about switching over to a usb powered headlamp.
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
Very quick, maybe two hours or so!
@walking_with_cj4 жыл бұрын
Make a video on how you two met! It would be really fun to see :)
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
It's part of the PNT series! PNT part 3
@cris_balm74604 жыл бұрын
I am a woman but don't use women specific stuff because I am quite muscular/broad shoulders etc... So wouldn't go for gender specific clothing. Love the super light rain jacket, toilet tool, bandana (so good), Opsak, dry bags, battery pack, first aid pack, tiny stove, Toaks pot, etc...Nice work.
@bellydancerlady4 жыл бұрын
lotus! thanks for the info..so what you showed us was 7lbs?also for shelter, do you prefer the GOssemer THE ONE or the zpack duplex? If I add that correctly, now you at just about 8# 5-6 ozs?
@tessmullaney2 жыл бұрын
I prefer the duplex, somehow it's easier to set up and it's also lighter. The price point of The One is great in comparison though.
@FernJuice4 жыл бұрын
No tarp or anything? What if it rained?
@BradyNorman824 жыл бұрын
i always feel bad seeing ppl squeezing water through there sawyer. how come hyrdoblu versaflow isn't the standard??
@matthewsherman20024 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Just wondering, is the pink color on the Hiking Essentials shirt always that faded? It looks really cool how the pink is super subtle
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
It's not the most saturated of pinks, I like it that way as well!
@matthewsherman20024 жыл бұрын
JupiterHikes So does it come that color? I love it, really considering picking it up
@Marcela.Isabel4 жыл бұрын
Hello Jupiter! May I ask what size is the Hiking Essential shirt that Lotus is wearing on this video. I wanted to order one for me but i’m torn between a medium or large. Thanks!
@tessmullaney64474 жыл бұрын
It's a medium!
@mickcochran44024 жыл бұрын
Good work!
@LukeAndrewFlint3 жыл бұрын
No tent?
@AdventureswithWillem4 жыл бұрын
How much would you carry in total with that pack, e.g food etc?
@purrsistentwatcher4 жыл бұрын
Florida mosquitos are monsters. Babyganics mosquitos spray works better than the normal essential oils. Also if you saw beautyberry bushes, you could use that as a mosquito repellent
@sunnygram38504 жыл бұрын
Great review .I love to see items from a woman backpacker .I want to do some hiking on.the Fla .trail.Do you have any favorite parts of it .Also not in a swampy area since I wil be hiking by myself. Thanks
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
The Suwannee River section is 60 miles and you shouldn't need to get your feet wet at all! A wonderful section that is a favorite of many
@MPHshoots4 жыл бұрын
8:20 With Captions on LMAO
@fomo67894 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Loved this! Going to HAVE to try the shoes...another new one...wallet is groaning, lol
@dianapless73494 жыл бұрын
“And i did bring one pair of underwear”....
@RachelArchelaus4 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! Thanks
@LiaBSakura4 жыл бұрын
Cool to see a girl hiking!!
@EpicBladeTime4 жыл бұрын
Lovely trail name
@kbagadonuts4 жыл бұрын
Is the battery you/she linked quick charge input?
@JupiterHikes4 жыл бұрын
It is not, but ones I've linked in past vids are
@ryblife46164 жыл бұрын
I don´t get what all U.s. americans have with smartwater bottles? whats the deal with can somebody explain it to me? its just a Pet bottle?
@jhonyermo3 жыл бұрын
Sawyer filter crews right on the the water filter. People in New Zealand that have used them, sure wish they had them there.
@ryblife46163 жыл бұрын
@@jhonyermo thanks man I don´t know if smart water bottles have the same top here in europe if thats the case all water bottles are compatible with sawyer filter
@mer75933 жыл бұрын
where is your shelter?
@robbersrooststudio51234 жыл бұрын
She’s amazing.
@knoxherrington2994 жыл бұрын
Pee rag or P rag? Like does that mean you pee and wipe repeatedly with the one rag? Or does P stand for something else?
@yadirasiqueiros87774 жыл бұрын
I was wondering the same thing - glad someone asked.
@karenyoung99964 жыл бұрын
Yes, woman use it to wipe after they pee. Having it hang outside your pack allows it to dry faster and let’s the sun’s UVC rays kill the cooties. Poop requires paper and should be packed out, not buried. HTH