Ozark Trail Thru Hike Gear Load Out

[@scottbutler1561]

Nice loadout, the t-shirt is priceless :)

[@markswisher1152]

Thanks

[@nickolasingram1053]

😂😂you had a few when you made this one! Great content, thank you for your time and effort. Much appreciated!!

[@rb9194sads]

Always enjoy your content. Really looking forward to seeing your upcoming journey.

[@Tylar245]

I subscribed the moment I saw the bag of chips...

[@deerless999]

Every time I watch one of your gear videos, I pick up a tip. Thank you!

[@ndettwiler]

Looking forward to the video(s) for this hike!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

Awesome video! That bag on top of your pack made it absolutely complete and totally you 🥰

[@sarahsundstrom1425]

Hey the three trails in your area which one did you like best which was easy as most difficult all that good stuff Thanks!

[@MikeycatOutdoors]

I just got back from a 2 full day hiking trip. I used a tent and it topped out with food, two bottles of water, and gear for a humid 35 degree night at 24 pounds. Your pack sounds right on the money weight wise. I really wonder about other folks who claim to have 6-10 lb pack weights for their multi day trips this time of the year. Is their camera person carrying all their gear or are they full of it?

[@katybroyles2805]

Where’s the t-shirt from?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Durango Colorado store

[@arkansasalex7288]

Enjoyed the gear video, but i didnt see that yellowand black hoodie you were wearing on the trail? Also, being as I ama twnt camper, and have zero knowledge about anything hammock related.. how much does a hammock setup like that weigh? Are we talking 1lb, 2lb, 3lb? Just curious how the weight compares to a tent. Thanks again Alex

[@MidwestBackpacker]

@@arkansasalex7288 I think the weather was looking different and I changed my clothing up a bit. Hammock weight a bit more but worth it if you sleep better.

[@chrisbeattie584]

Does the lid close all way on your toaks 550 with everything in it I couldn’t get my 100g can and brs to nest in mine

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Yeah. I need to wiggle it just right. Plus if it’s a little loose, the bag around it holds it in place.

[@rungavagairun]

10:00 I'm curious to hear how you liked your butane stove. I have always used them, but I have never done a thru hike with resupply points where I had to juggle cannisters. 15:00 I think Enlightened Equipment has discontinued the Visp jacket. The link in your description does not lead to a valid page. I don't know why EE decided to drop that jacket from their product line. So many backpackers rave about it. I am currently using a Frog Toggs jacket, but eventually I would like to upgrade to something like the Visp. 22:00 I don't understand the need for a rod to hang your food bag. I know it doesn't weigh much, but why not just use knots?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

This trip was short enough to only use one canister. I did switch out canisters last year in CO, just needed to find a local place to buy it. I’ll check out the visp issue. I know they were sourced from Vietnam and they get them in big batches. I am a moron when it comes to knots and try to avoid them. Thanks for commenting.

[@fatboothby]

EE didn't discontinue the Visp line. From what I understand they continually have difficulty sourcing the fabric but they still produce batches when they can. It's worth reaching out to their customer support for an ETA inquiry.

[@paulzeiller2807]

Good video. Good info. Looking forward to your thru hike adventure. Do you wear 2 pairs of socks in the summer?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

I wear Injinji merino toe sock liners and darn tough socks over the top all the time except when it’s really cold, I am wearing boots and not hiking far.

[@leemiller358]

Curious with the Garmin pinging ever 10 min have you found that better than say. 1 per hour or every 2 hours? Just more points I guess. Do you turn off the ping at night or shutdown the entire device?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

I usually message my wife when I get to camp and then shut it down. Usually lasts 3 days on a charge.

[@LousyFIBs]

Does Miyagi sell those pillows to regular folks? Or just Midwest Backpackers?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Sorry. He just did it for me as a favor.

[@Toots807]

Bud.... I cringe a bit, whenever I see you skipp on the first aid kit. but... maybe I just hurt myself a lot! LOL then again hey I'm going 15 days or so from a car with sharp tools eh. I'll concede that you know exactly what the f*** you're doing so carry on brother, carry on

[@robpelton]

Poop kit? 😅

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Some guys are more full of crap than others. 😉

[@Chevy-hw6lw]

Being the huge asshole that I am, I find that shirt highly offensive!

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Trees don’t get offended. 🙃😛

[@Chevy-hw6lw]

@@MidwestBackpacker lol