Ultralight Backpacking Gear Dump - What worked and what didn't!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Hey guys, if I missed something or you have any questions just drop them below in the comments or shoot me an email. For photos of my hikes, gear, and everyday shenanigans check out @motivatedbymountains on Instagram. Happy Trails!

[@rickyfernando8864]

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[@trippdouglas4467]

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[@rickyfernando8864]

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[@rickyfernando8864]

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[@trippdouglas4467]

@Ricky Fernando no problem :D

[@TimM762]

Doesn’t take long to realize you’ve done a lot of backpacking and thought things out. Voice of experience. Your gear has been used! Love it. I especially like the use of simple cheap or recycled gear that works just as well as the expensive wiz bang stuff! Thanks for your efforts to help others learn. You don’t get that at the store!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks Tim. Much appreciated 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@matwinner9708]

Really dig the 3fUL rain skirt too!

[@nathansharp3193]

Nice setup! I have grow fond of my ear-warmers that keep my ears warm and allow my sweat to evaporate better than a full winter hat. One of my favorite things is using it as eye-covers when sleeping. It can cover my ears and eyes at the same time. I also have a lightweight balaclava because the ear-warmers aren't quite enough. Together they work absolutely great. I'm just mentioning this because of the Iceland story. In a similar situation ear-warmers might be more suitable than a sleep mask.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Absolutely. My sons and I all used our buffs to cover our eyes in iceland. In colder weather I like to take a lightweight fleece kneck gator. I pull it up over my ears and eyes at night. Great tips my friend...👍🏻

[@tekpatlizkalotekatl530]

You have to have reached Zen to watch this vid in anything less than 1.75 speed. Dang, I need to get outdoors and chill out like this guy.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

😁😁😁

[@IamSaphy]

Watched vid, looked at comments, and see I have reached Zen

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@IamSaphy Yes...yes you have.🙏🙏🙏😁

[@mowglie315]

2x speed for me

[@positivelybeautiful1]

I’m not a hiker yet, but I’m preparing myself to do in sometimes in the future. I’ve watch numerous videos on preparations and documentaries. You are the first person that I’ve come across stating using pooping bags to keep “America Beautiful.” Thank you, and all the best to you and your family always.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks....👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@danielsingh9415]

It's the little things u've adapted ur gear that interests me. I'm "warming" to using a quilt for 3 season backpacking. I inherited my Mom's down barrel bag, but dunno how to adapt straps/clips to it? Would also like to use as a double couple bag clipped to doubled sleeping pads!

[@davidoakes7782]

I just got my Alsek in the mail a few days ago... INCREDIBLE! I'm totally blown away by the craftsmanship and the customer service. 3-4 week lead time, and they shipped it in 3 days. I'm definitely itching to get out there and try it out. Great list though. I got a few ideas I'm gonna try out.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Amazing Quilt! You'll love it!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Love the Alpaka hoodie. Ordered my LiteAF pack today

[@ericpatrick5542]

Love Your Survival Stuff.

[@johneckert1690]

What about the forth season (WINTER) what do you pack and carry then? a few years ago I was camping at the base of Mt. Hood and they said we might get a foot of snow and the temp would get down to the mid teens. What we got was five feet of snow in three days and temps got down to seventeen degrees below zero. I had a Hunger 1 tent and it worked great but I was having to move it about every four hours !

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Wow! That's some crazy conditions and insanely cold temps. Most of my hikes are 3 season but Im definitely interested in doing more winter (snow) hikes. Obviously conditions vary greatly depending on the location. Im in the South East US. Temps can go below zero, but most of my experience is in temps above single digits. In winter I use a Big Agnes Orno UL zero bag, heavier puffy with an additional fleece midlayer, OR mitts, Sealskin WP socks over Darn tough socks, carry additional wetfire, possibly a knife for processing wood.

[@RogerMain]

Easy to see you've been there! Thanks for thoroughly laying it outside Peace

[@TheUltralightMindset]

👍👍👍

[@nedsled2994]

The handle of the trowel is actually also a digging edge, it's a double ended trowel. The skinny end (often called the handle) is for pushing in, digging hard soil. Great gear setup, thanks for sharing.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Correct. You can use both ends to dig, chop, or pry up rocks....👍

[@MichalOlender]

Awesome video man, thanks for sharing your ways.

[@SuppaMucho]

Hello from Japan. Love this video and I'll be waiting for a new one!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thankyou!!!

[@trailfleamlangdon2260]

Great video , I'm a gear head and wondered if you know why they call LiteAF Curve 35, Curve? Looking forward to more videos . Thanks, Trail Flea..

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yep. Sure do. Its called the curve because of the shape of the main body of the pack. The back edge of the side panels are cut with a curved shape so that they match the curve of your torso. One of the reasons why all of the LiteAF packs are so comfortable.

[@yogistrail9723]

Excellent video, I love those Lone Peak 4's too! Best version of Lone Peak eva!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea. I bought 4 pairs at $60 each when the 4.5s came out....👍🤣🤣🤣

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Scott, great info and overview. I did like the ditty bag little bits!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Some of those little things can be really useful...👍👍👍

[@EspenFrafalne]

My last overnighter i had a backpack that weighed about 29 pounds. Definitely gonna spend some more money on ultralight gear before i try winter camping again...

[@TheUltralightMindset]

29 lb Base Weight?

[@davids9549]

Really interesting vid - in the UK our brands our different, there aren't bear issues, and windspeed is I suspect more of a concern (to judge from your choice of stakes and shelter!) - still several really good ideas which I'll adopt/adapt so most grateful to you! - and to my (English) ears you don't speak too slowly at all... I'm got the Sawyer Micro last year - I find that if you backflush (using the provided coupling and a compressible bottle) it doesn't clog. It's certainly better than the Mini. If I struggle in the future I'll go to the Squeeze, but the Micro has been fine so far.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea man, the titanium stakes actually do ok in high wind, BUT you have to set rocks, logs, or something on top of them. If I was expecting a lot of high wind I would switch to my 9 inch Easton Nail stakes. The Duplex can handle some fairly heavy wind in my experience, but it has to be oriented in to wind correctly. I was in Iceland a few years ago in some VERY strong wind. We were using a larger tent on that trip, but I did talk to two different people with Dyneema tents. One was a Duplex, and one was a MLD. Both were holding up fine. I'm glad to hear that you approve of the speed at which I speek...😁

[@hunterstrip7551]

Great video man! Team LiteAF all the way! I should do a gear list for my AT trip. Got some inspiration after getting your perspective on UL gear man!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea man. I hate to sound like a broken record, but those Jersey folks know what their doing when it comes to making great gear. So let's see that gear for crushin miles in comfort on the AT....👊👊👊

[@dougspizman6751]

@@TheUltralightMindset im out in Jersey. Agreed. Good gear n porkroll LOL

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@dougspizman6751 😂😂😂...so True.

[@donreinholz8121]

Thanks Scott for all of the great ideas for budget gear. What was that whistle called? Base Camp Chris has a hurricane whistle that is supposed to be super loud also. Can you spell some of the company gear names that you like the best? Thanks. Looking forward to getting back out on the trail when Covid eases up.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

The whistle is made by Fox 40. It's the "Micro". My favorite gear companies? I'll just list a few: LiteAF, Appalachian Gear Company, Katabatic, Six Moon Designs, Zpack, Cascade Mountain Tech, Sawyer, Thermarest, Food4Sole, Ridge Merino, Darn Tough. Hope that helps.... Happy Trails!!!!

[@innadikoun6737]

thanks for this videoguide to UL gear. Question: when would you use sleeping quilts and not sleeping bag?

[@philipbuckley759]

never use a quilt.....get a sleeping bag that opens up, with no sewn in footbox...

[@innadikoun6737]

@@philipbuckley759 hi Philip, id appreciate if you elaborated on this topic a bit more, please? Thanks a lot.

[@bribaldwin3693]

From what I understand quilts are kind of an acquired taste.. if you’re new to backpacking I would recommend a sleeping bag over a quilt.. a quilt is a bit lighter since it doesn’t have a zipper and a lot of ultralight/experienced backpackers prefer that for that reason... I have never used a quilt myself but maybe in the future I will give it a try... I am the kind of person who feel “blanket protection” so that is the main reason why I am hesitant to try the quilt route- hope this helps!

[@innadikoun6737]

@@bribaldwin3693 thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Personally, I like to use quilts in 20F and above. If its going below 20F for multiple nights, I prefer a sleeping bag.

[@jaykraemer8106]

Katabatic gear 🙌 Love their quilts so much!!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Absolutely. I've used several quilts from other big gear brands as well as smaller cottage companies, and nothing has come close to Katabatic!

[@hildadoesit4406]

Great video, you have some great ideas for making gear multi use.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

I try....😁😁😁

[@ScottHervieux]

Always carry benadryl. Even on day hikes, or a trip to the beach. Great for quickly fighting an allergic reaction (could even save your life). Food allergy, bug bites, thorns, rashes from plants, itches from sweat / chaffing, jelly fish / sea lice stings. . Never know when an allergic reaction will strike.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

VERY good point. I'm actually allergic to fire ants so I do the same thing. I should have mentioned that benefit in the video. 👍👍👍

[@halfheart3360]

@@TheUltralightMindset Recently, I had to rush a friend to the hospital who went into anaphylactic shock from an allergic reaction to an antibiotic and the ER nurses told me that, on top of taking two Benadryl capsules, it more than helps to also give someone a Pepcid tablet because it also has an added antihistamine effect. The nurses said the combo of the two Benadryls and one Pepcid tab is about like an EpiPen injection. In fact, at the hospital, in treating my friend, they alternated between doses of EpiPen injections in giving her the two Benadryl capsules and Pepcid treatment. (Note: because of the time release nature of the antibiotic that caused her allergic reaction, it stayed in her system longer, so they had to keep dosing her like every 2 or 3 hours more than what what would be needed for a bee or fireant sting)

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@halfheart3360 Damn....that's a crazy story AND really good information. Thanks for sharing....👍👍👍

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

You have not lived till you got an Allergy infection..I got one last year that lasted 2 months. Had I treated it sooner. I would have beat it off. And not had the misery... I used to laugh at people with allergies. Not anymore after that...

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@MasterChief-sl9ro Yea....definitely type 2 fun...😏

[@blakew5672]

I’d never heard of LiteAF until this video. That’s an impressive weight on that pack and the price isn’t terrible for a UL item.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea. My favorite piece of gear. I have a video that covers all the details if you want to check it out.👍

[@blakew5672]

Motivated By Mountains Awesome. I’ll have to check that out. Been looking at gossamer gear and Hyperlite mountain but that blows them outta the water

[@Gjon86]

Thx for sharing your setup and informations.

[@alexanderweaver4838]

UST = United Survival Technologies. Walmart sells much of their survival gear such as whistles, match containers, tube tarps, hex tarps, etc. I like your LiteAF Curve 35 backpack which I believe is nearly the perfect size for through hiking which I did much of while living in Europe and in the Middle East; any larger or increased liter may nudge you to carry more gear thereby adding more load out weight. I use a 19 liter pack used by Finnish border guards and it carries a 20 pound load out quite comfortably. I am not a through hiker but more into bushcraft camping and carrying tools such as a camp axe, Silky folding saw and more substantial cooking kits. The Savotta backpack is substantially heavier than your LiteAF Curve 35 by more than two pounds. However it is meant to endure greater abuse. My hikes never range more than 15 to 20 miles but oftentimes through heavy brush and incurs some rock climbing. I do admire you guys and gals who complete through hikes like the AT...what is it, 2150 miles? That requires a lot of stamina and endurance...and fortitude. Well done!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks...👍

[@slickjolly]

Do you use the 22 degree quilt even in the summer? Was considering a 50 degree quilt for when it's hot.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

No way. You would roast. I switch to a Thermarest Vesper 32. It's comfortable to about 40. Great in summer with just shorts. The costco quilt works "OK" to about 50 if your under 5'10". We also have a few older Ozark trail (walmart brand) mummy bags we cut down into quilts. 20 ounces. Good to about 48 degrees...👍

[@SteveMartinbowler1LA]

HotHands® Super Warmers are rectangular shaped single-use air-activated heat packs that are larger and last longer than standard heat packs. They provide up to 18 hours of continuous warmth for the hands and body?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Correct...👌

[@johnstewart8849]

You and I could switch packs, except a dark puffy to gain sun’s warmth (vs white) and a white shirt to shed sun’s heat (vs gray). Switch to Svea stove in winter + fuel, larger pot to melt snow. I use one pole...it’s a “Shooting Stick.” Two poles is like doing “Heavy hands” pumping; one is ok for stability.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Shooting stick?

[@johnstewart8849]

@@TheUltralightMindset Yup..old British trick. It has a Y at the top to rest the barrel of a shotgun or rifle. Steady rest improves accuracy..

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@johnstewart8849 Interesting. Yea, I sometimes hike with two, sometimes one. Depends on my shelter. Over the last year, I hike with them stowed in my pack most of the time.

[@frenchfries7362]

Love the Lacrosse ball!! 💯! For feet, knots in shoulders/back etc.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@mastcellG]

I use a golf ball. I like the hardness of the golf ball.

[@HarvyDangerFilms]

Great gear dump. Very similar to mine with changes I have made for this year. But, you gave me some great ideas as well. Cheers!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks Harvey.....👍

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

I am a gear junkie and loved your video. Thanks for the shout out for the SMD Lunar Solo, I love mine but I can never get the bathtub floor over 3 inches which bugs me. Take Care

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea. I really like the Lunar Solo. I used it on several hikes last year. I slept in it with my 13 year old son and had plenty of room. It's a great shelter once you get the pitch figured out. I would love to see a Dyneema version. Thanks for watching Warren, as always!

[@ThisRightSideUp]

I raise my pole a high as possible and get a good depth to the floor

[@robbystafford8273]

fantastic video! i'm a thru-hiker and have arrived at most (almost all!) of the same conclusions and choices as you! 2 thoughts: the video works well at 2x speed (!) what about phone/other electronics/battery etc??

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea man. I forgot to open my fanny pack. I carry some cash, my phone, small $5 amazon tripod, and a 6000 mah battery in there. Yea I talk slow. Your definitely not the first to point that out...😄 Glad to hear it's thruhiker approved 👍

[@robbystafford8273]

@@TheUltralightMindset cool! And with that you are still under 9 lbs? i ask because i always have to go to about 9.5 lbs for my frameless setup with my very similar electronics. then again i'm chubbier than you, and clothes and quilt are heavier because of that!

[@robbystafford8273]

@@TheUltralightMindset and being chubby is not ultralight - it triples my baseweight!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@robbystafford8273 I count my fanny pack and as worn weight. If I include the fanny I would be right at 9lbs for my 3 season setup. Funny how base weight standards are the same for every individual regardless of height, gender, build, etc. This is something I plan to address in a video very soon.

[@HikeRx]

Benadryl is a bad idea if you're at high altitude. It depresses respiratory drive, which is critical to altitude adaptation. Melatonin is a better option because it does not affect respiratory drive. FYI...from a pharmacist.

[@Jerrymc1975]

I have Altra superior, lone peak 4.5, and the Timps 2 and the Timps are the most comfortable.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

My son loves the Superiors. I tried the Timp 1.5s and had hot spots in the heel. But the lone peaks are my go to. Shoes, like most gear are very subjective .....😄

[@jflow53569]

Can you give more information about the car shammy? What brand is it? Where did you get it? I ask because every shammy I have purchased becomes hard after it dries out. I want a shammy that will remain pliable and the microfiber cloths leave lint on my cooking pot when used to dry out the water.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

I can't remember the brand, but its not pliable when completely dry. I would compare it to cardboard...😄 I fold mine flat, while damp and slide it into the bottom corner of my outer mesh pocket. Dries flat, works great. Probably not the answer you were looking for. Hope that helps....👍

[@jeffogden5058]

I use the Katabatic gear pack. Weighing only 14 oz. they really do make great stuff.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

I've never seen one of those in person. If it's anything like their quilts I'm sure it's pretty sweet👍

[@jasonwoods305]

Love your videos. Always well done. Wanting to get a smaller pack and interested in the Lite AF 35. Do you ever use it in a place that requires a bear cannister? If so, how do you strap it down? Thanks Scott.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks Jason. Glad your enjoying the videos. I haven't used a bear canister with my curve yet. But Im sure it would be fine. I hiked wi th h a bear canister a few years ago with the Gossamer Gear Kumo. That packbis a bit smaller than the Curve 35. I put the bear canister (BV450) inside the pack and strapped my duplex to the top. I think I would do the same with the Curve. You could use the Y strap(made for strapping down bear canister, shelter, etc) and put the bear canister on top of the pack also. Really up to you but it should work well. Hope that helps.

[@studioatthecarrs9068]

I see you listed Paria 15 Degree Backpacking Quilt, is that just a cheaper option for the katabatic? Or when do you opt for that option.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Budget vs Top of the line. Both get the job done.

[@dougspizman6751]

Bro I can't pull the trigger on a quilt....I'm terrified of the drafts. People say no but when I watch a video n they roll over their back shows. If u synch it tight its seems to become a light weight sleeping bag. Am I bugging out? Love to here ur opinion.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

No. Your definitely not wrong. There are very few quilts, if any that will prevent drafts 100% of the time with all types of people. If you sleep on your back or stomach and move very little, drafts will not be a problem. If you roll a bit and move around a bit, then a good quilt sized appropriately should be fine. If you roll around more than a little then a quilt may not work. I am a mover. I sleep on my back, stomach, and my side. I roll back and forth a few times at night. Maybe more. I can deal with a bit of a draft, when I move, but only in certain temps. So, heres what I do..... I use a quilt, appropriately sized, in temps mid twenties and up. Anywhere mid twenties or below Im using a mummy bag or a hoodless zip up quilt. Check out the 3D quilt from Nunatak. I think that might be your best option. Superior build quality, temp rated for comfort, great design, lightweight, and it zips up! Hope that helps. Feel free to ask me anything, anytime....👍🏻

[@dougspizman6751]

@@TheUltralightMindset i believe with the zip up quilt u would lose the pad strap capabilities which I would appreciate. I have the thermarest saros synthetic sleeping bag with pad straps so i don't get tangled up. Works great. Looking for reason to go to quilt besides weight n size which i dont mind when it comes to sleep system.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@dougspizman6751 Quilts offer versatility, you can open them up in warmer weather, other than that I don't see any reason to go with a quilt if your not concerned with weight or size.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@dougspizman6751 Just stick with your current bag...

[@dougspizman6751]

@@TheUltralightMindset thanks for the info. U guys make quilts look so appealing.

[@OliverBerresford]

Great work picking up the trash. 👍

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks Oliver.👊

[@anagame1226]

Thank you for the information

[@nancypeast]

Always learn a cool hack from your videos (this time it was the duct tape on the trowel--so simple but so clever). I've had my App. Gear hoodie about 3 months with the same result--no stink, despite lots of (sweaty) wear--it rocks!! Love my Katabatic too and am going to try your method for attaching it to the pad--definitely have the same frustration when my hands are cold and have lost some dexterity. Thanks for creating such great content and happy trails! :-)

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Using the mitten hooks on the quilt with a couple simple hitches in the cord is Sooo much easier....👍👍👍

[@braddavis6831]

Hey Scott, very helpful video. Subbed after watching.👍😁

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Glad you found it helpful Brad....Thanks for SUB👍👍👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Awesome video. That is a great kit. Always informative. By the way, I gave you a shout out in the introduction of my last video to watch your video about the Duplex. I have not gotten my gear dialed down enough to get down to a 35 liter pack yet, but, I’m trying to get there. ✌️

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Just watched your video. Good stuff. Don't sweat that 35 liter thing too much. 90 liters, 60 liters, 20 liters, whatever works well for you......😁😁😁

[@guitarhiker4449]

Hey if you like that frogg toggs rain jacket check out the frogg toggs extreme lite rain jacket! Its awesome! About the same weight but made of their new material dri-pore 2. It has two zip pockets and comes in blue and packs into its side pocket. They run anywheres from $39.99 on walmarts website to $50 on frogg toggs website. The material is much nicer in my opinion than their other jackets! Kinda hard to find i have never seen it in store before. I'm 5' 8" and a medium fits great with room to spare. Love that rain jacket! Check out darwin on the trails review on it, (budget gear number 4 video). Really nice kit man! Dialed! Hike on!!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks for the tip. I'll check it out...👍🏻

[@Angela-p1w7w]

Thanks so much! I just got a katabatic quilt...I've been too intimidated to even practice with it! lol!!! Do you have a video on how you set up your cord system? (And THANKS for the fleece lead!! I've been searching.)

[@TheUltralightMindset]

How about I make a full video on my Katabatic quilt. I'll make sure to cover the cord system...👍

[@Angela-p1w7w]

Motivated By Mountains 🤞🙏👍⛺️😴

[@rowanmulvey8632]

Benadryl is good for bites stings and allergic reactions too. Can be used orally or topically

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yep...Antihistamine first. Sleep aid second...👌

[@Liam__G]

For some though it can impair severely, so use with caution!

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That’s nuts!

[@asiam7436]

On The Deuce website, they explain that the handle end that is sharp on your hand is supposed to be used the cut through roots and dig or scrape hard ground. I’m not sure why they didn’t put it in one digging end. But hey, they also said it opens beer bottles.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yep, Ive used both ends to dig. You can dig with the handle end even with the duct tape on the side edges, and Yes it will open a beer! Dont tell anyone, but its also great for directing a slow flowing water source into a small stream of water that will fill up your water bag or bottle much faster and easier...🤫🤫🤫😁

[@asiam7436]

Motivated By Mountains Great tip, thank you!

[@S.D.V.T]

Fantastic video!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks man...👍🏻

[@S.D.V.T]

You are deservedly welcome!

[@lupodei1799]

what color is the columbia shirt? is it mountain? I can t understand it very well from the pictures on their site

[@ronaldkerley3532]

Great video;great gear!At first i thought you had the Sawyer Micro,but i guess your Squeeze is missing the logo.Alot of negative talk about the Micro clogging up,but I 'll use mine untill it does.lol

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Can't remember the color. Maybe "Steel".

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@ronaldkerley3532 Yea..my squeeze is several years old. The sticker is long gone, but it's still working great. I had poor results with the micro. It worked well until I had some not so perfect water sources and then it was never the same. If it works for you, I say go for it. Thanks for watching!!

[@lupodei1799]

@@TheUltralightMindset thank you very much. By the way, your channel is great! Keep it up

[@BrendaGreenfield]

What is the SOS for the whistle? Please.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

three dots / three dashes / three dots Hope that helps.

[@danielsingh9415]

That's Morse code for S.O.S, but 3 long blasts also signals Emergency & is simpler

[@barondavis5692]

Thanks for the vid. I'm about to get a katabatic flex 22 or 15. I'm glad to hear your 22 was good to the low teens. Have you ever had regrets you didn't get the 15?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Great question. I felt like the Alsek 22 was the sweet spot for most of my hikes. Obviously, sleeping systems are very subjective. I consider myself to be slightly on the cold side as far as my personal body temp. I find the 22 degree rating to be conservative. More of a comfort rating for an average sleeper. I'm currently looking into a zip style quilt for temps below the 20's. Quality of the quilt is amazing!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Also, keep in mind, you will need to wear additional layers to take it down that low..👍

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

I have the palisade 30 and I have slept in the upper teens in Colorado several nights and been perfectly warm. What I found really allows me to tailor my temperature is the sleeping pad I’m using. If I use an ultra light non-insulated with my palisade 30, I am comfortable to around 30°, but if I use a sleeping pad with an R-value of 6, I could probably consistently be comfortable in 15 to 18°.

[@imtryinmybest]

We have many similarities in our kits. I too love my Katabatic Alsek and my Frog Toggs rain gear. Your idea of using my bug net to hold my air pillow to my air mattress is brilliant! Thanks for the great video.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks man!

[@dbstewart4496]

I like that you source some gear at Walmart and Tj Max. Lol me too!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

I think there are a lot of pieces of gear of equal quality and performance, that can be found for a Much lower price tag if your willing to forego the Big brands....👍

[@barbshubert9667]

What was the other tent you spoke of?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Hmmmm....I have several. My go to is the Zpacks duplex, but I'm also a big fan of the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo. Great shelter. 26 ounces. $200. Video on that shelter comin this week. 👍

[@johnstewart8849]

My mother used to say:”How many times are you gonna walk past that, without picking it up?”

[@leroyyoder981]

Great video.....I thruhiked in 18 and am currently setting up a ultralight pack as well.....I use the klymit xwave sleeping pad, you’re the first one I’ve seen with a klymit. I should be at 20 # w 5 t 7 days of food.....just need a quilt and am currently looking at andake solo tent 1.6 lbs.....thanx for the video DUO

[@TheUltralightMindset]

20 lbs with seven days food? Whats your baseweight? Not familiar with the andake tent. I'll have to check it out.

[@JPerry-hv8os]

Completely off subject but.... anyone ever tell you that you sound just like CJ Hobgood? Or Damian Hobgood. (Surfers) Plus... love your vids! 🤙🏻

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Nope, but I grew up watching those guys surf. I'm an east coast guy, Outer Banks, NC. Thanks for the kind words.....🤙🤙🤙

[@knapdad8903]

Do you carry any camp shoes?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

No. I use bread bags. I have a camp shoe video on the channel. Take Care

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

I agree about carrying the anti-fungal. So I haven't seen many pepole carry antibiotic (neosporin) for small cuts, or a daily multivitamin. I think you can get a neosporin in those super light plastic blister packs now. So those issues are not important on the trail, yes? And one other icky thing perhaps, is toilet paper: Has anyone used large black pet doggie poopie bags to pack out toilet paper? Not the poop, but the paper.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Good questions. I dont carry neosporin, just hand sanitizer. You can cut a small section of a straw, melt one end closed, fill with neosporin, and melt the other end closed. That gives you a very small, lightweight emergency tube. I bury my TP in a cat hole most hikes but when I did have to pack it out, I used a ziplock. You could definitely use dog poop bags, or better yet, save your bread bags and use those. Thanks for the questions....👍

[@liamboggs]

Just wondering what’s your total weight + water and foods?!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

That depends on the trip. (Water source scarcity, days between possible ressuply, etc.) For a typical three season hike, 4 days of food, with decent water sources my starting weight is usually around 14 lbs.

[@liamboggs]

Motivated By Mountains damn I’m 6 lbs over your limit. I gotta shred more weight I guess. Lol. Thank you

[@sandyprice66]

What is your pack brand?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

I'm not a 100% sure what you're asking but the backpack in the video is a LiteAF pack. Great backpacks. Great people. Hope that helps.

[@coryshelton1574]

When using the Deuce its designed for both sides to be used, i believe.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yep. You can dig and chop at roots with the back edge.

[@janefreeman4121]

Yes the Costco poles are the bees knees. I've had expensive ultralight poles that failed at the wrong moments. Poles have saved my backside more than once. I've used the cascades daily for a year and feel reliable. They are 29.99 at Costco as of April 2020.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yep. I'm definitely a fan. It's really not necessary to drop a ton of money in order to get a good set. I'm testing some Zstyle poles now, and Im really impressed. They're only $40 and weigh 7oz each!!!

[@janefreeman4121]

@@TheUltralightMindsetOh, That sounds interesting. I'll look them up. Especially since there's time. 😊

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@janefreeman4121 I should have a video on them sometime soon....👍

[@trailhead743]

Great vid, thanks for the tips

[@TheUltralightMindset]

👍👍👍

[@DGameFinishr]

Great video bro!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks. Much appreciated 👍

[@trailgoodsco]

Great video Scott!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks dude!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Whats your start date for the PCT?

[@trailgoodsco]

Mid April! Can’t wait!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@trailgoodsco I'm not going to say I'm jealous, even though I am. Your a lucky man. Have fun....🤘

[@videoclass4903]

illumination? knife and/or multi-tool? cordage? thank you for doing the video... earplugs and blindfold great add n0 0ne puts them in videos or uses them, especially great when travelling... one thing you can add weighs next to n0thing to your f.a.k. = leuko tape

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yea. Good eye. Forgot to open my fanny pack. Swiss Army classic, Nitecore NU25. I use Rock tape instead of Leukotape...👍

[@mowglie315]

Is that weight with food and water?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

8.5 lbs is the Base weight. Base weight is all your gear minus consumables (food, water, fuel, etc.)

[@OrvilFields]

Enjoyed your video, but I would not put my poop trowel into a container I was going to use to get water.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Why not? Just dirt on the trowel, same as in a water source.

[@OrvilFields]

Motivated By Mountains Lol! OK

[@johnstewart8849]

SHOCK: When you pulled out those straps at 5:26, I thought it was a garter belt....

[@TheUltralightMindset]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@paddle_hike]

Great gear loadout! I do use the Uberlite... I would love the Zlite but I sleep on my side and "well, foam isn't super comfy" let's be honest here :)

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Definitely not the perfect pad for side sleepers. Im a side sleeper too but Im weird I guess...😁

[@zingo_man]

Wow good stuff here. Thank you thank you thank you

[@TheUltralightMindset]

No.....THANKYOU😁

[@patrickploenzke489]

Excellent sources for affordable ul gear.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks Pat👍

[@DaimyoD0]

How do you not have more followers. Good god.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

😆😆😆Thanks....👊👊👊

[@BMad-we6qf]

On average, how long are your trips?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

3 to 5 days for most, some longer....👍

[@pbodymathis]

The snake in the intro, was that an eastern rattle snake?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yes. Timber rattlesnake. That was in the Shenandoah two years ago. Closest I've ever come to stepping on a rattlesnake...😬

[@deepakbashera598]

Nice vedio brother

[@jerico40cal]

Copper as in the fox and the hound?

[@TheUltralightMindset]

EXACTLY....👌

[@gabrielabbie9309]

I love it.... Don't pass the trash

[@TheUltralightMindset]

That's right...👊👊👊

[@darrend5741]

Steps to a trash free wilderness, 1) take out your own trash. 2) take out others trash. 3) spread the word #dontpasstrash

[@hikerinaustralia]

Totally agree. It is a shame that other people leave a mess, but anything others can clean up is an improvement.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

So GOOD. Thanks dude...👊👊👊👊

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@hikerinaustralia Absolutely....👌

[@commonsensecamper]

Good stuff! Just subbed

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks....👍

[@dougspizman6751]

LOL imagine u carried a 13lb base weight.....u would b living like a king. Funny thing, in the survival n bushcraft community alot of their empty packs weigh what ur base weight is. A medium military alice pack weighs 9 pounds empty. A 65 liter kelty weighs alittle over 5lbs. Nice vid. Just subscribed. Thanks.

[@techguy9023]

Doug Spizman I have a large Alice pack that is about 9 lbs empty. I use an Osprey Atmos 65 now. I hike with my kids so we needed either two tents or one larger one. I got a North Face Stormbreak 3 that we split between us. It’s cheap but heavy a 6 lbs. Could be better but it’s a way to get out.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

My first pack was a Kelty Redcloud. 90 liters. Almost 6 lbs empty...😂 I still use it on a rare occasion. I packed it full of my UL gear and 30 lbs of food for a flight to Iceland two years ago. Thanks for subscribing!

[@dougspizman6751]

@@TheUltralightMindset had a kelty 110L with 40lbs for 4 day winter hot tent trip. Tried my buddies Mystery Ranch next time. Held 40lbs WAY better than the kelty. Heard Z packs n Gossamer gear r very light n hold 35-40 very nicely. Big bucks though.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@dougspizman6751 I have a GG Mariposa. Its 60 liters and I have carried 36 lbs comfortably with that pack.

[@dougspizman6751]

@@TheUltralightMindset i got the granite gear crown 2 60L lol. Looking in2 a hyperlite windrider 55L.

[@williampennjr.4448]

I always bring earplugs wherever I go, for the same reasons.

[@zacharysmith8240]

dope thx for the vid

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Your welcome...👍

[@clarkansas6590]

Good job

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Much appreciated 👍

[@deborahrutter1]

MBM! Great overview--I like your style a lot and have subscribed! I notice that you put duct tape on your trowel...I have the same one,. It's sharp for a reason...that end doesn't function as the handle or at least that isn't its exclusive intended use; it's meant to be used 'upside down.' Check this out: www.thetentlab.com/Deuce/advanced.html. Hope that helps you shed some tape weight!

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Funny, your the third person to comment on that😂😂😂. I do use the back end of the handle to pry out rocks and break up the soil, but the sides are taped to be a bit more hand friendly. I also use it to help out when collecting water, extra tent stake, and once as a spoon. But thats another story...😏

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Tape weight....I love that😄😄😄😄

[@subspace666]

best to have 1 person without earplugs though, sould never use that if you alone in case a bear shows up or something, imo anyway.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

😆😆😆

[@baskets8429]

nice

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks dude...👊

[@azclaimjumper]

You said nothing about nutrition. What kind of Freeze Dried Meals to you carry? Or is there something else you rely on for calories? Apparently, you don't carry Maps, GPS, Camera, knife, fuel canister for your stove, or Personal Locator Beacon.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Food is a whole nother topic. Not what was intended in this gear dump. But, yes I eat food. I guess I should consider a video on what I eat. 😁 My phone, Samsung S7, is my gps, camera, music, etc. That's what I filmed the video with. I carry a small paper map when necessary. Gas canister is a consumable, so not necessarily part of my gear. I dont use a locater beacon. Sometimes I carry a swiss army classic knife in my ditty bag. Very thorough observations....👍

[@azclaimjumper]

@@TheUltralightMindset Thank you. I read most of the replies. Benadryl is something I'll add to my first aid kit which also includes Wound Clot, a product found in every Israeli soldiers first aid kit; it stops blood from escaping including arterial blood withOUT the need for pressure & is only available from a source in Israel.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

@@azclaimjumper Interesting....👍

[@moyashisoba]

Ha, I'm using dog's poop bags for the same reason + picking up my human trash if I need to.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Smart move....🤢

[@moyashisoba]

@@TheUltralightMindset 😇

[@lianecastillo8412]

You forgot your toothbrush lol jk great vid

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Thanks....😁

[@Hassle68]

Getting a like for picking up rubbish as you hike, that is A* hiking.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Yesssir...👊👊👊

[@jasonpettit9984]

No guns,!?,hahaha,that's what my brother said to me when I went to the Daniel Boone National Forest...so I took a daranger 38

[@blakew5672]

Jason Pettit Not sure if you’re from KY, but that’s a good call. Plenty of illegal marijuana growing operations in the Daniel Boone forest.

[@adamf.4823]

No offense but you sound pretty depressed and bored in this video. Not exactly the vibe we want when we're getting all stoked about our next trip. It's worth thinking about if you're trying to reach a bigger audience.

[@TheUltralightMindset]

You can always tell its going to be a great comment when it starts with " no offense but". LOL. While I do appreciate any and all feedback and suggestions, I prefer to be as real and authentic as possible. I assure you, I am neither bored or depressed. No offense, but if your looking for a channel where someone is acting a part in order to gain more subscribers, this isn't it. Thanks for watching. Scott