ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING: BARE ESSENTIALS WITH ULTRARUNNER ROBERT

FREE EBOOKLET www.sweetnaturalliving.com Travelling light is one of the key components of a pleasant trip. Meet our good friend Rob, an fruitarian ultrarunner from Canada, as he shares with us the contents of his backpack.
Lightweight travel is all about priorities, what do you REALLY need? Robert lives a minimalist lifestyle and he tells us that he could literally fit all his personal belongings in one suitcase! That's impressive! In this video he shows us everything he brought with him on his lightweight backpacking trip to Costa Rica this year.
We lived with Rob for a few weeks and he has really inspired us about the simple, minimalist lifestyle even MORE than we were already.
When you're creating your packing list, think about what you really need and also focus on bringing items that are multipurpose!
The location of your travels also play a role since the colder the climate the more clothes you need! Since we are in Costa Rica at the moment, it's tropical and there's no need for lots of clothes. What clothes do you need? Technically nothing! Culturally, a t-shirt and a shorts maybe? A pair of running sandals? The tropics is where we belong as a species and that means we don't have to worry too much about clothing.
Eating a fruit based diet like we and Rob do, there's no need to bring cooking equipment and other tools for eating as we thrive on a diet of whole, fresh fruits - staying carbed up and satisfied at all times!
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[@bRealBlknsexi]

This is my FAVOURITE packing video of all time! I've literally watched this over and over again thru the last few years. I always find myself coming back to get inspired from this video👏👏 I wish there was a girl like him that could show us what she brings in an ultra light pack

[@valentinamerkx1909]

@DBR Liamg can make it even lighter if you cut down on the bras, 1 of the swimming suits and the jeans (never use them while traveling anyway). And I don't have an e-reader, so maybe multi-purpose my phone to read books as well ...

[@melminimalist8853]

me too, there are only a few of these so I watch them a lot

[@kdsadventures9654]

Its been 5 years and I watcing this video to get idea how to pack lighter while traveling 😅

[@crystalninive]

maybe this is an inspiration! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2e2gnWeYsSGh68&ab_channel=BrittanyTaylor

[@michellerose8787]

I watched this video many times too

[@DavidDouglasToth]

I love how you let him talk. I know you probably could have added to what he was saying more but it was very respectful and loving how you let him do his thing. On an unrelated note I'm obsessed with how hou say "fruit." I really enjoy your accent and also your unique mix of peacful and passionate. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@IEatPaint1]

"As long as you're smart you don't need a smart phone" favorite quote i've heard all day!

[@jameshynes8]

watermyplants I

[@Atheria444]

I have such a love/hate relationship with my Android. It HAS saved my butt at times, but it's often too annoying.

[@IEatPaint1]

@@Atheria444 its been 4 years since ive made this comment and ive since then changed my opinion lol

[@panaxhorridum]

also in Asia I was able to leave my flyback cloths at a hotel in the city I was flying out of for $5. This saved a lot of weight. I didn't bring anything I couldn't ditch or have stolen. A large scarf or something like that is important especially when going to more conservative countries and temples. While it maybe UL going in a swim suit it may not be appropriate. I second "ditch the soap" most places don't have hot water anyway. A large brim hat is nice in the tropics. Also wet wipes that double as TP and hand sanitizer/pit cleaners. I would also add a large trash bag - bed bugs are real, I had a trash bag for my stuff when I got off the plane. everything went in there and not into my house and then to the laundry. I could also put my bag in it when in monsoon rains. If you think a little pack cover or poncho will keep your pack dry in real rain ... good luck. Sturdy shoes are important as well as slip ons. When walking in sewage flooded streets or up 200 stone temple steps you want good shoes.

[@valentinamerkx1909]

This was the first truly useful and minimalist travel backpacking video I saw! He even considered how to spend the night somewhere ! Awesome!

[@tyroned1904]

I watched this in 2015. 2 weeks before going abroad the first time. As a naive young traveler. Thank you Looking back it was the best decision ever made

[@treefloraken8263]

You can use a few homemade things for toiletries. Salt crystal for deodorant. Cacao butter for hair, skin and lip moisturizing. Also, either a comb or hairbrush is a good idea to help distribute oils and keep hair healthy. And there are some really good soap bars available these days, that can be used to wash hair, skin, clothes, dishes, whatever. I think I would also want to find the space for a sawyer mini water filter. All in all, I think this is a really good reminder of what is important!

[@kristianblerche8443]

yeah light is nice but I would absolutely have brought a few more things- A compass..just a small one a cheap lighter... a stainless bottle instead of a plastic And a small bottle of rubbing alcohol..5 - 10 ml The reason for these things is the lighter and compass may very well save you should you become lost,and the weight is negligible. The stainless bottle can be used to cook all sorts of soups, water, spaghetti ect ect in.. The rubbing alcohol have just been handy for me to have so many times, disinfecting, cleaning, starting a small campfire and so on - And crashing under a tarp... I would probably have brought a light hammock instead, that way all the critters cant get to you as easy. Anyway that's just my experiences, and what I prefers..

[@cat_pb]

Good tips too!! thanks

[@johndub6543]

I come to this video pretty much every year.

[@bjornmundt5801]

This is enough for the entire life. Many minimalists own as much as this, or only a bit more. Thump up! This is an inspiration for my journey to Thailand.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Björn Mundt True! We are on the way to Thailand now :) We're at JFK airport right now! When and where are you going?

[@bjornmundt5801]

Sweet Natural Living Maybe Nov 15- Feb.16. If have seen, you are from Norge - Norway? That is one of my next journeys too.

[@muzzbrudr]

Sweet Natural Living excuse me Björn, hey guys have safe trip to Thailand looking forward to your next adventure, durian time I bet nomnom..

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Björn Mundt That's right! Norway is a great place to visit!

[@420BLUNTLEY]

You only think that cause you’re from the west but if you lived in the slums you couldn’t even have the choice to leave

[@MrPapa98]

Thanks again for the amazing video and insight into the very minimalist backpacking needs. I always come back to this video and your other lightweight packing videos for inspiration about the necessary requirements versus the perceived requirements. I've watched your channel grow for well over a year now, not watching all videos but most of them and the understanding you share with us is amazing! Keep up the great work !

[@runhikeexplore8865]

Thanks for taking the time to make/post this video. Good info and tips on going lighter with the gear. Agree with the idea of multi-purpose kit. Definitely a good way to save weight.

[@MooseTavi]

I’ve been searching for a video that is properly ultra minimal & light, for months on KZbin. So glad I finally found this video. I’ve been packing based on a rule of 3s for the past 2 months, and now I’m ready to go lighter. Kudos to host for being an excellent listener. Made the video so much more enjoyable.

[@martinhernandezrosas6686]

Lovely. Great packing tips.

[@benverret7968]

Thank you. It's like hours of research and testing in a short video. Saves me a lot of time.

[@RenM908]

I love his attitude! Yeah I just setup a tarp in any old place in the rainforests of Costa Rica lol.

[@GoodEatsCritique]

I'm at 6 kilos w/ camping gear. 4 kilos without-pretty much same kit but I have a vargo titanium bot to go with my spork. I made my own first aid and carry only ointment, gauze and tapes (sport and blister). I also have a lightweight essential oil kit for my dop kit. Thanks for the videos! I enjoy these very much! Oh, and my water bottle is a collapsible water bottle and use the Marmot Kompressor Bag.

[@moonlitspud]

I think I've watched this at least once a year for six years.

[@TC-yx1qt]

I've watched it more ha.. any other similar videos you like?

[@maclivesimply4400]

You both made me consider what can be used for multiple purposes, appreciated!

[@connecthealthandfitness3494]

Paradise

[@nwind27]

thank you for sharing your wisdom how to be a minimalist traveler.

[@vanvidafam1106]

love it

[@Liquidforce4441]

Hey guys great video really brought back some memories of when I visited Costa Rica. We rented a house on the Osa Peninsula for about 2 weeks I cannot wait to go back I miss it so much

[@Arjomatic]

Incredible and eye opening, thanks for the advice!

[@xaros47]

I've watched this video like 10 times. I really fw this dude, hella inspirational

[@_Mooniecakes_]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I wanna do backpacking right and this is literally the best video I've seen.

[@__BERSERKER__]

really nice setup.

[@spellerlittlewing]

Excellent

[@MayAdventure35]

This is amazing, thanks for sharing! I am going to Philippines for 6 weeks and I this video is very helpful. I might just add my period cup but thats it.

[@ashersadventures5691]

Wow, Thanks Gents. Honestly, This has really helped my for my upcoming trip. Here is me thinking i need to bring my entire house

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+AshersAdventures Glad to hear that!

[@ryanstrauss7575]

this is my new favorite channel.

[@Jake24378]

Enjoyable and informative video. Thanks!

[@gad6347]

Great advice!

[@ChrisKerel]

Good to see I'm not the only nutter who has watched this multiple times. Extremely inspiring

[@tylerhunnie9610]

Great video guys

[@Davidthemarathoner]

Hey guys ! Another great video. Very important and useful information. THANK YOU!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

David Greenman Thanks!

[@lusthateenvy]

love these kinds of videos

[@sweetnaturalliving]

freeplay More will surely come :)

[@PackingLess]

freeplay If you like packing videos then you might be interested in my channel

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Packing Lite Cool :) Thanks!

[@berale23]

Is Robert on social media at all? Seems like a really interesting guy. Thanks for the vid.

[@emmaphilo4049]

This is so so cool! Really enjoyed that :)

[@alaricspence3]

Really good video 👍 Helped me a lot

[@ShaneChristineLife]

Great video and tips! Makes me want to cut down my packing list lol -Christine

[@quercus4730]

You could use a closed cell foam pad to put against your back in the pack it is also useful for setting or kneeling. Good video, Thank You.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

@Roberto Rivera: Nice that sounds perfect!

[@bRealBlknsexi]

I LOVE this video! it would be great if you could find a super minimalist packing female🤔 I'd be really interested to see what a female would bring at the bare minimum like this! I am inspired 😄

[@davidp6913]

The same stuff with no makeup or cosmetic accessories and probably a diva cup

[@bobtaylor9959]

Great video 1st time I've seen your channel, enjoy stay safe and peace always Bob

[@GabyBRR]

Nice! Thank you for sharing :)

[@kishasummana9129]

This has been so helpful! Love your channel - I'm already an almost raw vegan and you've inspired me to take a fruitarian, minimalist trip to Thailand next year!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+Kisha Summana Cool!

[@eqlzr2]

These guys would've made my mom cry. ;-)

[@lutze5086]

"a couple marathons... *ultra*" lol

[@HulderFrigg]

this was a very helpful and inspiering video, thanks! :))

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Hulder Frigg You're welcome!

[@BralessandBananas]

Safe flight guys! Have fun with your mum and let me know when you arrive in Chanthaburi! :D woooooooo so excited!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Braless and Bananas Thank you! We'll see you in Chanthaburi around the 28th or so! It will be great :)

[@GeckoHiker]

I keep a very ultra-lightweight base pack, but the Smartphone is going everywhere, along with the solar charger. Because the Smartphone serves as internet access, camera, GPS, and the lightest library and journal I've ever carried. I'm a high-fat, low-carb eater, so all I need is a rock to break nuts open. No knife required! >^;^

[@Dragonpuppeter670]

@hannah stewart the backpack is actually the osprey viper 13 :p

[@Perjalanan_Fatih]

Watching this many time,😅

[@BadDaddyVegan]

Greetings Rob from a fellow Torontonian. Good advise!

[@sillybunnns]

seems like the exact essentials I use

[@sillybunnns]

sillybunnns I highly recommend compression bags

[@sillybunnns]

sillybunnns I also keep ribbons/string on me

[@sweetnaturalliving]

sillybunnns Both are good items!

[@hunteryonce4503]

+Kristian B Lerche his sunto watch has a compass built in

[@PhoenixGenesis]

I would ditch the jeans for some 4oz Nike Men’s leggings. Faster drying and you can use them in the mountains or sleep in them. This is what I take on my ultralight travels. If you want something a bit warmer, you can go with the thermal ones for a few ounces more. I also carry a small roll of doggie poo bags. They have so many uses - from keeping hands and feet dry to carrying extra water etc. You can roll these small bags around some duct tape and then you’ve got yourself a nice ultralight multi-purpose repair kit. I also carry a few band-aids just in case - they just go in my waterproof surfer wallet. I clip a safety pin to the wallet - another useful ultralight item in case I need to dig a splinter out of my finger or pop a blister etc. I also carry an extremely tiny sponge - one side rougher than the other - good for a quick wash / scrub. I agree that you don’t need to carry a bunch of stuff - I keep dropping weight out of my pack every trip - learning to be light and free. So much better!

[@TC-yx1qt]

These are some great tips.. have a full pack list on what you'd take? .. with shelter if you're into that?

[@lifeisgood070]

no issues camping with bugs out there? Looks pretty awesome. Thanks for sharing

[@hangswithraccoons]

You can tell He is definitely from Canada after you hear him say the word "about"! Lol cool video man just found your channel and subscribed!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Hangs with Raccoons Thanks for subscribing :) Yeah you're right it's a very distinct way of pronouncing "ou"...hehe...

[@hangswithraccoons]

Sweet Natural Living Lol!

[@williamn6133]

I travel for 6 months at a time with around 9kg. I like it that way. All carry on.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

creativeidentity 9 kg, that's pretty good! I have been travelling with 7 kg this last trip and I find that to be a little bit too heavy for what's ideal...but anything below 10 kg is good.

[@damageman]

RIP Robert!

[@alisimmonss]

How and when did Rob die?

[@TC-yx1qt]

He died? How?

[@marco7745]

This guy Robert is an inspiration.... Just bought a 65L bag and almost feel bad about it lol

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Marc-Antoine Sirois Yeah he's a cool guy that inspired us a lot too! :)

[@justryan2070]

Up north with almost no sun it's probably best to use shampoo and soaps because the UV rays can't kill bacteria.

[@ninjanerdstudent6937]

In humid regions, I don't usually use deodorant, but I do find it necessary to use talcum powder.

[@nitsan]

I've seen this video like 3 times over the past few years. lol

[@theshepard22]

Very descent minimalist packing! I would be real curious to see what Robert would take to cooler climates where it's teatering around 30 at night. I'm so down with lifestyle! One carry on. Just the things you need. Just what life prescribed.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

theshepard22 Yeah that would be interesting to see! But that's the thing though, Robert and us are all about living in accordance with "what life prescribed" as you say. That means tropical, not temperate, less clothes not more, fruit for food - it's minimalist since it's about minimizing the things we DON'T need :) Still though, we are adventurous and curious animals we humans, some cold weather backpacking would be interesting nevertheless!

[@panaxhorridum]

ok this is good. but I went through SE Asia with a 20l backpack. Going through the tropics it is super easy to go UL if you are willing to wash cloths and let go of vanity. Going through Finland - not so easy.

[@adirico13]

i am not that extreme to go just tarp camping so i use a hammock which comes in at around 1 pound , but you should bring a sawyer mini

[@Max-wd8ox]

Nice video guys! What osprey backpack is it?

[@reniandriani6586]

Its been 5 years,and I watching in 2021

[@conbizsol5554]

Cool video, you are almost as crazy as Artis Guru - that guy has 3 items in his bag(!)...

[@lonebushcrafter5257]

great video thanks im going to be walking the pyrenees solo il be taking 4 days food and 2 litres of water my bag weights ten kilos i guess i am near ul

[@sweetnaturalliving]

lone bushcrafter Nice!

[@LukeEdPK]

Love your videos guys! What was the exact osprey model he was using in this video?

[@sweetnaturalliving]

LukeEdPK Thanks! Unfortunately I'm not sure!

[@ahelin96]

can you please share your opinion on deodorants of commercial or maybe homemade in a Q&A session. thank youuu

[@hannahstewart4198]

What is the model of that backpack? Id like to get one, seems great

[@hooktenpushups]

you guys are inspiring to the UL community, loving it. we do SUL at Apex.camp we are sleeping on average at 10,000 ft at find a need for insulation which comes with bulk. we are thinking about incorporating sol solar breathable solar bivys, Breathable mylar ?!?!? still looking into it. . . . cool vid thanks for the 11 minutes

[@sweetnaturalliving]

hooktenpushups Thanks for saying that :) Wow that sounds epic!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

@Hannah Stewart: The backpack is a brand called "Sativa Bags"

[@WhoisMia]

+Sweet Natural Living No it's not... It's an Osprey viper

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+Mary Castromayor Yeah you're right, Sativa is the brand of my personal backpack, I must have just answered the comments without realizing it was this particular video!

[@panaxhorridum]

All sativa means is "cultivated" in Latin, it isn't a plant species in itself. Many plants have it in the Latin name. It is like alba or macrophyllum... but yeah haha 420 man.

[@toddbonner5312]

Is the backpack rob is using the Osprey viper 9?

[@Davidthemarathoner]

Love the bare footing and it looks like Rob was wearing Lunas as he was walking with his backpack. I wear Lunas for errands and stores etc. You and Rob make great sense about traveling ultra minimal and choosing your items to be versatile and multi-functional. And yes I agree, Osprey makes very high quality equipment. Spending and choosing wisely makes all the difference when traveling lightly and minimal.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

David Greenman Yeah you're right about the Lunas! They look great and Rob praises them a lot! You can see them in the background of the video all the while, we forgot to include them in the talk!

[@johndub6543]

We need an update from Robert!

[@jenniferelyse5134]

Greetings from Toronto, Canada as well! Hoping to use this info to help me follow in your footsteps! :)

[@jayereneta]

Cool backpack! Can I ask what osprey model backpack is it? How many liters?

[@sweetnaturalliving]

jayereneta I'm not certain, I'll see if I can find out from Robert!

[@StefanoPelinga]

Osprey viper

[@WolfServant]

Nice setup, I personally would add a camera (capture the moments to share).

[@sweetnaturalliving]

WolfServant Yeah we do carry a camera ourselves, but Robert, just like us in the past, is on a different type of trip. Sometimes you just wanna "capture" everything in the moment, take it in, and let it go again without "collecting" and grasping, if you know what I mean? It all depends on what stage one is in at the moment. Sometimes I feel like sharing sometimes not.

[@WolfServant]

I think I understand what you mean. Like you can always look back on the pictures you have taken, but its not the same as experiencing it first hand and you'd rather fully experience the moment rather than get distracted on weather your capturing it correctly or not.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

WolfServant Exactly!

[@WolfServant]

Thank you!

[@DanhNguyenster64]

u can save some weight by using a flashlight that can attach to your hat instead of a headlamp. that's what I use a microstream c2

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+Danh Nguyen Thanks for sharing that!

[@RichardBuckerCodes]

looked like your bad was pretty full. Where did you keep your food? How much food did you carry for how many days?

[@AdryenneMiller]

i guess they dont carry food. they go to places to have food.

[@AJ-wv3rs]

At 4:17 he shows his produce bags, so he most likely carries his food outside the pack

[@MrPapa98]

Abraham Jacobson they also mentioned they'd been living together for a short while so with the stability of the home they are in they can just joirney out, collect the food they require and bring it back to the base. On the road they are mainly fruitarians so the requirements are very basic. Yano, just the odd market stall here and there and you have the food you need as opposed to ingredients for meals so to speak 😁

[@Priyowibowo]

Indonesia has many kind of durian...come and taste it

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Priyo wibowo Yes that's true, it's on our list :)

[@MrBumhunter]

Hi guys, i'm going to Australia and i'm confused about the backpack. I'm going for a year but i want a pack thats comfy and smal enough so it doesnt' look like i'm carying a trolly. I'm looking at an osprey of 75L but i've read that it is too big? (first trip ever and i want to be as agile as posible) and what your friend does is amazing ! Tips are welcome thanks

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+nikolaj djehske WAAAAAY too big! We've travelled for years and we only use small backpacks. Sure, if you're gonna be heading to cold climates as well, you need a little more clothing, but still...30 liters should be fine, at the most! Once you go above 7-8 kg it becomes a hassle carrying it around, keep it light! We have an eBook about this, with a detailed packing list (focused predominately on tropical travel though). Check it our here: sweetnaturalliving.com/travel-ebook/

[@AndrewTailorBosher]

Yo guys! digging your light weight styllies! what are your personal inspirations and favs for vlogs, blogs, books, authors, niche brands, materials , dyi etc. for light weight backpacking? much appreciated!

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Hey :) Good questions! I don't have any particular sources of inspiration for lightweight backpacking other than the fact that it's the best way to travel! Minimalism is something I do enjoy, and for that I get some inspiration from Durianrider, Ted Carr and Thriving Minimalist on KZbin. Those are good channels overall for lifestyle advice, health and fitness, and life inspiration in general :)

[@PointyGorman]

I find it interesting that his big tip is to use multifunction items but almost nothing he uses is multifunction. He even goes so far as to eschew smartphones, which is the ultimate swiss army knife with limitless uses.

[@lizardking7176]

quite light, but some of that stuff i dont need, like belt, jeans (i never wear jeans, they are horrible), dental floss (i only brush). :D

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Lizard King Depending on preferences one may travel with 0 kg or 100.....

[@lizardking7176]

yes those are true words...

[@gurusevikadasi108]

Lizard King Dental floss is also multifunctinal. It's great to have it :)

[@lizardking7176]

i guess but im not really bothered with exessive dental hygine :D

[@Jasailor33]

ive seen dental floss used as string and a makeshift clothesline

[@karinaperez2885]

where in Costa Rica is this, I've been wanting to travel there. it looks so peaceful :)

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+Karina Perez It's close to Tinamastes, between San Isidro and Dominical.

[@jossl8076]

Seems like a very interesting guy. Do you mind sharing why and what you were doing in Costa Rica? I see that you eat fruit off the land but also buy some in, how do you afford to buy fruit out there? Were you working on a farm where the owners provided you with food and a bed in exchange for a certain amount if work per day? Are you working in Thailand now?

[@sweetnaturalliving]

***** He is indeed! We are travelling the world because it's fun! We eat fruit because it's delicious and healthy. We combine the two and travel for fruit! Fruit is usually pretty cheap in the tropics so we don't spend that much actually. We make money here and there throughout the year. Sometimes we do work exchange yes.

[@jossl8076]

Sweet Natural Living What do you do to make money there? Feel free to not answer the question if it's too invasive.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

***** It's always different...jobs here and there, work exchange, wwofing, all kinds of stuff..nothing special...money comes and goes :)

[@kevinactoss2931]

Wtat is the model of the bag???? Anyone knows???Nice video btw!!

[@StefanoPelinga]

OSPREY VIPER but it's out of production. Check the OSPREY SYNCRO now

[@mohammedfadhily79]

may i know what of backpack does he carry

[@mollymoon510]

what about toothpaste/tooth powder??

[@xpiano33x]

good video! what about toothpaste though?

[@sweetnaturalliving]

+xpiano33x I just use water and a brush...

[@xpiano33x]

+Sweet Natural Living ah ok, thanks!

[@Slatari]

Get these men some food!

[@molonlabe9602]

No water treatment/filter? Go sawyer mini. A truly "multi-use" item person wouldn't knock smart phones. No one device is more multi-use that a good smart phone with user changeable batteries and a MicroSD card slot.....no, that doesn't include an i-phone. Happy travels.

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Molon Labe What you say is true..but it depends on the kind of trip and the mental attitude. It's fun not to have a phone because you are more inclined to feel like you're on an adventure, you are more inclined to speak to people, ask for help etc..

[@bugsandbrushes]

Sweet Natural Living Untill quite recently, I'd have agreed with you but my mom made me think about it - as moms usually do ;) She said that while she understands my desire to be "left alone" and to experience a sense of adventure on my longer hikes, she also thinks it's selfish of me not to take a cellphone (or another suitable communication device). You see, where I live I'm lucky enough to hike in high mountains (as well as glaciers) so there is a certain risk of injuries (same as in other terrains too). So me not bringing a cellphone not only means that I voluntarily give up it's convinience. It also means that my loved ones back home will have to wait nervously for me to return before they can know if I'm alright. Without it, I won't always be able to give them a heads up if there is a delay so they would be wondering if something happened to me. So yeah, I get how a cell might take away a little of the adventure spirit but it's a small price to pay. And in the end, if you don't mind me saying, if a cellphone would "ruin" part of my experience I wasn't in the right mindset to begin with. Best wishes to you and keep on trekking ^^

[@sweetnaturalliving]

Sure...there's no doubt, having a phone can be very useful. We actually do have one with us but it's an old school phone...no google maps...but it's possible to call etc for emergencies!

[@TorWheeler69]

The internet is the most important multi-use tool ever created. If you were stranded and had the ability to use the internet, you could survive or even thrive in some of the harshest conditions on the planet. The internet is the only way we will connect our species and achieve peace. Otherwise we're just scattered groups of bacteria eating at the flesh of our host. Also, the water purifier would be a good idea.

[@mar25947]

Torrin Wheeler I couldn't disagree more 😁

[@OdiusTV]

What backpack is that?