My Backpacking Gear List - 2022

My Backpacking Gear List (hosted on lighter pack): lighterpack.com/r/xuuyk8
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:37 Backpack
01:33 Backpack Liner
01:56 Shelter
03:09 Sleeping Quilt
04:13 Sleeping Pad
04:54 Pillow
05:10 Sit Pad
05:37 Hydration
06:15 Kitchen
07:09 Lighting
07:28 Navigation
08:38 Food Protection
09:27 Communication
10:23 Clothing - Worn
12:12 Clothing - Carried
14:06 Hygiene, First Aid, Repair
14:48 Trekking Poles
15:15 Snow Travel Equipment
16:11 Outro
*Disclaimer: I have not received any compensation for any of the products mentioned in this video. I have no material connection to the brands or products that I have mentioned. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

[@mysterious.hiker.x]

Nothing better than a gear list that actually shows item in use. Really well done!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Hiker X, I appreciate the comment.

[@thewandererbeats]

really detailed breakdown. thank you! nice inspiration for my winter overnighted today. looking forward so more videos!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, hope you had a good trip. Definitely more gear and trip vids to come.

[@jaffacake9433]

Great video! Love that is so organised by sections and so easy to to follow visually, along with your explanations. Nice job!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks so much!

[@ralfhedin]

Great video! I especially appreciated that you explained the reason why you prefer these articles.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Ralf, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@JJM-qf8dz]

Thank you for the upload. Great educational piece for new and future hikers.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for the comment J

[@deegraham5641]

Thank you for such a professionally done video. Love your calm, informative voice

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Dee, I appreciate the comment.

[@MrWhatever9999]

Very organized, informative with beautiful photo/video. Good job!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thank you very much!

[@dychui]

I love the video and how you intersperse clips of your adventures !

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks dychui! Glad you enjoy it.

[@halabujioutdoors]

Comprehensive list and information with pleasing presentations. New sub 👍

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@michelemuoio3069]

This is really great and thanks for posting. Can you share more information about the food that you bring and how to prepare or reheat it?

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, I'll consider this.

[@prommerjakub]

very well structured video.. nice format.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Jakub

[@SummitSeeker546]

Nicely done sir! Well thought out, light weight yet still comfortable! Like it! 👍

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, #Summit Seeker

[@simplyroger2763]

Greetings from The Netherlands - Thanks for this very informative video and keep up the good work!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for the comment @SimplyRoger. I'm looking forward to putting out some new content. Cheers!

[@queenanne94101]

This is how a gear video should be done. You’ve ruined me for 10 other gear channels I watch. Lol. Thank you for the beautifully organized informative content and concise, grammatically correct narration. Loved it!! You have a new subscriber. 👏🏼🏕

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for the comment and sub. Much appreciated :)

[@impossible1to147]

Great Video! Congrats on 300 at the time of commenting. Great Channel.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks #Impossible1to1

[@sanyogkumar1579]

Great and clear information dear. Kudos to you

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Sanyog

[@nigellack2576]

Very useful video - thank you. Also, good to see a gear list that is not just another clone of the z-packs/dynema/cuben fibre etc. etc. mob! I have a variety of sleep pads, and usually use the Multimat Superlight 25 self-inflating mat - not the lightest, but durable and I don't need to blow it up! I also have a Thermarest Uberlight, and have only used it a handful of times. It feels so fragile that I fear a deflation incident on a longer trip, but having seen that you are OK with yours, I may use it more now. Excellent and clear video - keep up the good work 🙂

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Nigel for the comment. Yeah I thought the same thing with the Uberlight at first but have been pleasantly surprised it. I bring a patch or two in case I need to do a field repair. As I mentioned, I do inspect my camp and take a minute or two to remove sharp rocks or sticks that could puncture it. With its weight and size and comfort it's hard to beat. Cheers!

[@JLitodiaz]

Epic video! Thank you! I’m new and your video is helping me a lot

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated!

[@SophisticatedDogCat]

Awesome!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks

[@timlois]

I like your balance of weigh consideration and utility. Checked in on your lighterpack. That's a great baseweight for packing a bear canister. Well done sir.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Tim, that's exactly right. It is a balance. Happy trails!

[@joshyoon]

Very informative!

[@cascadiahiking]

Glad you liked it

[@slowbrownfox]

Incredible down to 5kg. My old pack is 3kg on its own. Going to upgrade to the hyperlite 2400 as well. You have inspired me. It's the irony of things now, that the less material, more lightweight always costs more money.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks OC&K Ratventures for this comment. This is exactly why I spent the time listing my gear and making the video. Others have shared their knowledge and inspired me and I hope to do the same. Cheers!

[@threeseven7894]

Great videos! Gotta try out snowshoeing at Paradise.

[@cascadiahiking]

Yes I have to make it out to Paradise this winter. It's been a while since I've snowshoed there. Thanks for the encouragement :)

[@bermo61]

A great list and the reasoning was sound.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks @bermo61. I'm looking forward to prime hiking season as I'm sure you are as well. Happy trails!

[@angelaillneverseeanowlschm9128]

Great video!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for the comment Angela!

[@garryhe6512]

Good stuff brother. Keep it up Love me some camping

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Garry, will do

[@garryhe6512]

@@cascadiahiking thanks 😀

[@CLH126]

Excellent! :)

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Christopher, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!

[@ursdubel3585]

Very nice loadout 👍👍👍I switched from a ZPacks dry bag to a bug net for my clothes to, that way your clothes can breath inside your bag (pack liner) and the chances your socks etc. are dry the next day are much much higher. It sounds silly but if you have for example a pair of "wet" socks together with a dry shirt dry cloves and lets say a another pair of dry socks the humidity will exchange between all the clothes and your "wet" socks want be that bad. Its just a thing i noticed over the years and it works very good.

[@cascadiahiking]

Hi Urs, that makes sense. I'll have to try that. Thanks for the comment. Cheers

[@stormyeffects4795]

My dad has those same Trecking poles. They were really helpful when he broke his leg out on the trail. He was able to use me and the poles to get down the mountain to rescue. He’s 6ft 7 and around 260 lbs and they held his weight

[@cascadiahiking]

Sorry to hear about your dad. That’s a real testament to the strength of those poles. Have a safe and happy hiking season!

[@tylernblaney]

Well done video!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks!

[@amraa23]

Nice gears and great video man. If money was not an issue I'd buy all these stuff no changes except maybe wind jacket. Heading to your other vids bro

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks

[@sebdhira6233]

Tout cela calme donne envie de préparer mon sac à dos de trek et de repartir en montagne. Il faut juste attendre la fin de l hiver ! J hésite toujours à passer à un sac à dos frameless...

[@cascadiahiking]

Nous serons de retour en montagne bien assez tot une fois l'hiver passe. Je suis impatient d'y être.

[@trailheart1863]

Good lightweight kit 👍 Glad to see someone else carries more than an ultralight food sack, I use an Ursack almighty for my food. I hate trying to find a good place to do hangs and a lot of time I’m above tree line anyway.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, I'll be giving the Ursack a try myself. Have fun out there.

[@Useaname]

Excellent video. Subbed

[@cascadiahiking]

Much appreciated!

[@paddle_hike]

Great gear loadout!! Thanks for sharing (new friend and sub)

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, I'm happy to share

[@keszycki]

Thanks for greate video!

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks for watching Jan

[@emainz1]

Great video! Concise, detailed and great explanations. Curious if you’ve tried the Kahtoola NANOspikes?

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Ed. I haven't tried the nanospikes. IMO, those are better suited to urban environments where the terrain is flatter. I wouldn't use those for a backcountry application where you'd be ascending/descending. I do however want to try the Black Diamond Distance Spikes when they become available. They are a little lighter than the Kahtoolas but the spikes are shorter so there is a tradeoff between weight and traction capability. Cheers!

[@emainz1]

@@cascadiahiking thanks for the input! Makes sense. I bought the nanospikes based on weight and the additional traction but now I’m rethinking it. I don’t often run into very icy/snow filled terrain but when i do, it is exactly for ascending/descending. First time hearing about those BD traction spikes but they seem great for the weight. Looks like they have a few different models so about to look into it. Thanks!

[@staceyellingson1770]

Really enjoy your videos. As a fellow Seattle-ite, we're lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world and you capture the outdoors so nicely. Is your 1/8" eva foam from GG or elsewhere?

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Stacey for the comment. My 1/8" pad is from Mountain Laurel Designs. I see they finally have these back in stock.

[@TainoXtreme]

Very good video. I liked it so much I just subscribed to your channel and gave you a like. Very good assortment of backpacking gear. Not cheap though. What kind of food do you cold soak? Have you ever considered the odor proof bags? I have considered the trail running shoes and I think I’m gonna stick to that. I need some advice about what else to use to enhance their performance and call situations, though. Any advice? Thank you so much for sharing this video. God bless you.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks TainoXtreme. For cold soaking, my breakfasts use quick oats as a base. I'll also add in almonds, pumpkin seeds, and freeze dried berries. For dinners, my base is either couscous or bulgar wheat. Then I can add bean flakes, dehydrated vegetables, olive oil, etc. There are some decent recipes out there if you search cold-soaking recipes. I don't have much experience with odor proof bags but I plan to try the ursack out this summer. I highly recommend the trail runners. I've been thinking about doing a video on footwear since to me it's one of if not the most important choice one can make in terms of gear for backpacking. Cheers and thanks for subscribing.

[@MrDeikas]

Thank u for informative condence and no bs vid, apreciate ounce and grams on slides next time. However your guideed list is miracle, thanks

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks MrDeikas, glad you found value in the video and gearlist.

[@smitti9915]

Nice 👍

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks ✌

[@Jaygrabiec]

really nice video! I'll be sharing it with my Scout group as we prepare for our summer trek to Isle Royale. One question I have is on the seemingly redundant nature of carrying the rain jacket AND a wind jacket. Why not just wear the rain jacket in the scenarios where you want the wind breaker? Thanks so much!

[@cascadiahiking]

Hi Jay, great question. I should have made this clear in this video. I actually go over this in the clothing video. You are correct in that these 2 jackets have a lot of overlap. Short answer is if its summer and there is little chance of rain then I'll likely go with the wind jacket. Otherwise, I'll bring the rain jacket instead. I never bring both, Have a great trip to Isle Royale!

[@Lazzoboy]

Looked at your gearlist. Last part, (the 0 grams listed) List them with gram, just set the qty to 0, then it´s easier to click in/out in the colum "qty" what gear you what to add or delete. Qty one or more will put them in your packlist. Cheers

[@cascadiahiking]

Perfect, thanks for the tip :)

[@GruntProof]

outstanding

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks, much appreciated.

[@sarahmarino1603]

A+

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Sarah!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Very nice gear list. Nice video and channel. Well done. New follower here. Love the specifics of the weights and items. Crow

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Crow

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

Nice to see some MLD gear, they make good stuff!

[@cascadiahiking]

Yes, I would agree. I've been pretty happy with the quality of the items I've purchased from them.

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

@@cascadiahiking I have their cricket, guess its pretty much a solomid xl with no door. Very handy and weather proof shelter system. Getting the core 25 and vision quilt next for the really warm summer nights.

[@cascadiahiking]

@@ThePreparedNorseman sounds like a nice light setup.

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

@@cascadiahiking hoping so! Not 100% sure on the quilt and its rating for my uses but time will tell If its warm enough hehe!

[@S-o-m-e-1]

nice set. greetings 😉

[@cascadiahiking]

Greetings Artur, thanks

[@tylersurprenant7294]

Sheesh I’m 500th sub good video🤟

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Tyler

[@TheGeekenherbe]

Great! And for filming? IPhone 12 and a tripode? Quality is great 👌

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks Kevin, I'm filming with a Sony A7C mirrorless camera and yes most of my shots are on a tripod. I'm thinking of doing a video of my current mirrorless setup along with a setup I would consider with the iPhone.

[@SummitSeeker546]

Regarding your Solomid tent. I’m assuming it’s the silnylon right? If so what’s your real world experience with it sagging when wet? Also can two trekking poles be used to give it even better support?

[@cascadiahiking]

Yes, the Solomid I've been using is the Silnylon material. It will sag a little when it gets wet, but if you pitch it well with adequate tension in the guy lines then its not too bad. The two panels that you would be concerned with sagging are at your head and feet. It has two extra tie outs that you can use to keep those panels off the inner. Two poles provide better support. I used many combos: 2 trekking poles, a single pole, and even my tripod with one leg collapsed. All have worked well. Hope that helps.

[@Knubinator]

My only question is why not use a goretex shell to combine the two jackets? The paclite goretex is light enough and packs down small enough for me to use it for windy days as well as rainy.

[@cascadiahiking]

Hi Knubinator, I should have made this clear in this video. I actually go over this in the clothing video. You are correct in that these 2 jackets have a lot of overlap. Short answer is if its summer and there is little chance of rain then I'll likely go with the wind jacket. Otherwise, I'll bring the rain jacket instead. I never bring both.

[@Knubinator]

@@cascadiahiking Ah, gotcha. That makes way more sense.

[@techguy9023]

Suggest a Caldera cone. Weight is minimal and coffee is mandatory!

[@cascadiahiking]

Yeah I like the idea of a pot support and windscreen all in one. Since they are out of stock for my pot, I may end up making my own. Thanks Tech Guy.

[@ridwanalbasyah]

What your camera use for taking video

[@cascadiahiking]

I have been using the sony A7C up until now. Now, I’ve changed to the sony zv-e1 paired to the sony 16-35pz f4 lens. I have a separate video on my camera gear, although i need to update it as i’ve made some changes. Let me know if you have any other questions. Cheers!

[@jamesthornton3339]

Well thought out kit, but I have one question. Why two be-free filters? I can understand redundancy, just wanted clarification.

[@cascadiahiking]

Thanks James. For the times when I need more than one liter of water (mainly in camp or dry stretches between water sources), I could have just used a regular collapsible bottle (ex: Evernew) as my second bottle. Instead I just went with a second BeFree bottle. This adds a redundant filter and it avoids having to transfer filtered water from the BeFree to the Evernew collapsible bottle. Spare AquaMira tabs would also offer redundancy for a single filter. 2 BeFrees are certainly not necessary. Thanks for the question.

[@jamesthornton3339]

@@cascadiahiking thank you for the clarification, I can appreciate your reasoning.

[@underdgk9]

Have you tried an 8.8 oz Ur Sack in place of a bear canister?

[@cascadiahiking]

Hi Doug, yes I have. I started using the Ursak last year. I used it on the Goat Rocks trip. There are a couple clips where you can see the Ursak with the Mylar Bag inside. I had all my food in a mylar bag to minimize odors. I plan to use this setup more in the future on trips where a bear can isn't required. Thanks for the comment. Cheers!

[@ahmedhumayun8512]

Is HMG 2400 size enough for a 2-3 day trip with small bear cannister. Do you ever need more space. Just asking because I am caught deciding between 2400 and 3400.

[@cascadiahiking]

Hi Ahmed, good question. I would say yes if your canister is on the smaller side such as a Bearikade Scout and your other gear (quilt and tent) packs small. I have no problems but I don't have much room to spare.

[@ahmedhumayun8512]

Thank you!

[@flowerchildvee]

Why do you use a rain AND wind shell?

[@cascadiahiking]

Good question. I didn't go into this but will in the upcoming clothing video. Short answer is I will only take one. Generally summer with no forecasted rain I'll take wind shell. Spring/Fall I'll go with rain jacket. My gearlist will have one of these as 0 for weight indicating that I'm not bringing it.

[@flowerchildvee]

@@cascadiahiking Thanks for the info! :)

[@hamiltonharper]

Do you really need a pack liner with this pack? I was under the impression that cuban fiber fabric was waterproof. I'm not being critical I am seriously thinking of buying this pack and was wondering if I can simplify the loadout by going without a liner

[@cascadiahiking]

The pack has a hole on the side for a water bladder tube to go through. While it is velcro'd shut when not in use, I wouldn't call it waterproof and I don't think HMG markets it as waterproof. The liner is pretty light and makes sure my down bag and jacket stays dry.

[@hamiltonharper]

@@cascadiahiking Ah, thank you for the information!

[@vladivostokcanada]

Make more videos of your gear

[@cascadiahiking]

They'll be coming. Already started on the next one...

[@techguy9023]

Life’s too short to cold soak. I want some coffee in the morning and something hot at the end of the day. If it works for you ok. I have a Caldera cone and a Jetboil burner

[@cascadiahiking]

I hear ya Tech Guy. I do miss a hot coffee going the cold soaking route. I'm pretty sure I'll have an upcoming trip or two where I bring the stove. Curious of those two stoves, which do you prefer?

[@techguy9023]

@@cascadiahiking believe it or not the Caldera cone has worked in colder weather. Just depends on can you use alcohol where you are going.

[@SimonBrisbane]

Nitecore are made in China. Petzl is a good, non-Chinese alternative.

[@fanrik9583]

You should be able to use your trekking pole to self arrest just as easily. Never tried either though.

[@cascadiahiking]

In some cases I would be ok arresting with a trekking pole. For example, if you have softer snow with a safe runout. If its very steep, icy and the slope leads to a drop off a cliff where your life depends on self arresting then an ice axe is far superior.

[@lakorai2]

Xmid?

[@cascadiahiking]

Durton's Xmid would be a good choice for a shelter.

[@lhommeetsonchientreketrando]

Vous pouvez compléter avec de la nok, la même que pour les humains. Et respecter le repos du chien.

[@yorbenlodema]

Please use metric :)

[@cascadiahiking]

Sorry this one I have imperial listed, in the subsequent videos I include both imperial and metric measurements. You probably know this but just in case, the my gearlist on lighter pack allows you to switch between the two systems.

[@DrMarvinLara]

So you cut a spoon in half and making eating uncomfortable just to save 6g of weight?

[@cascadiahiking]

No, this is to make sure it fits inside the Talenti jar. I don't find it uncomfortable when eating out of a Talenti. If I found it uncomfortable I'd use a folding spoon. Would I use a cut down spoon to eat out of a tall-sided Mountain House pouch? Of course not.

[@eddydewilde4958]

Good presentation, I just wonder about Americans all using water filters. Is this advertising brain washing? I have hiked in the US, the Andes, the Himalaya, Australia and NZ., since before filters were invented, without any bowel issues.