What I'm Packing for a 4 Night Backpacking Trip

[@pnwadventuresandgearreview8749]

Do you have a PO Box? so if a person wanted to Donate item/ items on your want list to upgrade for your PCT Hike?

[@HikeOregon]

I do have a P.O. box. It is P.O. Box 41911 Eugene Oregon 97404.

[@glennsmith1448]

Have you upgraded your sleeping bag yet? Willing to offer mine if you want it. A Kelty light year down 20f. Do not know ounces but doesn't register on my bath scale. Long right zip grey & orange. Upgrading to another. Gently used. Love your KZbin channel and just thought you could use it if not give it away to one of your subscribers.

[@HikeOregon]

Wow Glenn, what an amazing offer! Unfortunately it looks like that Kelty bag is even heavier than the bag that I currently own. I looked it on on the website and it's 3 lbs 2 oz. I am looking to get a 10 degree bag that weights not even a pound. Thank you so much for the offer though, you are very kind!!!!!!!

[@emilyrosewright507]

As someone looking into some basic gear to begin backpacking, it is nice to see someone with doable gear! Thanks for the video, seems light to me!

[@HikeOregon]

It's pretty decent gear. Stay tuned for my PCT prep series where I'll show what I'm taking for 30 days out on the trail.

[@Jsande7771]

Suggestion: Find you some good down material, a good seamstress that you can get to modify your sleeping bag. Have the seamstress remove the bulky enter material that weighs so much and replace it with down at a good weight without over doing it. weigh liner, then add appropriate weight of down to get you to exactly what you want to weigh and close it up. You can save yourself the four to five hundred dollars by doing that to your sleep system... Hope this helps you with your problem. Cost will be for down feathers and someone to do the conversion double stitching everything.

[@shramj]

I think your backpack rocks and even though it weighs more than an ultralight pack, it provides a ton more comfort and holds weight really well. I bet 40 pounds (even more) in that sucker feels the same as 35 pounds in an ultralight pack. I personally would rather go for comfort and think your pack does a great job with that, you can always cut weight in other parts of your kit.

[@IronFreee]

Very nice video. I had a plantar fasciitis when I was carrying to much stuff for a few month. Took me a year to start healing. I reduced the weight with a better winter sleeping bag. I don't have camp shoes anymore, I eat cold food so I don't carry a cooking set. But now I mainly do bicycle travels and weight is a lesser problem (I still try to be as light as possible).

[@HikeOregon]

+IronFreee nice!

[@PaulDGreen-bu4iz]

Great information for anyone going backpacking for any length of time! You are so knowledgeable! I see that your neck has finally healed. Thank you for sharing!

[@HikeOregon]

I peeled it all off ;) lol it was gross! Thanks for watching Paul!

[@PaulDGreen-bu4iz]

Hike Oregon You're welcome and thank you for replying!

[@deniseflygirl]

I replaced my 3 lb REI sleeping bag with one from Z-Packs. Yes, it hurt my wallet at around $500. I'm waiting on replacing my pack for a few years...maybe eventually a ULA Circuit...

[@willhikeforfood3272]

Thank you for sharing this! We just started our own hiking channel to chronicle our prep for an Appalachian Trail section we're doing in June (Shenandoah Valley). We still have a lot of gear to purchase, but it's really great to see others sharing this valuable info. Thank you! In any case, I just subscribed!

[@bhch61197]

Great video! Yes, I'm using the Osprey atmos65, and your right, not justifying the purchase of a new lighter pack just for the occasional overnight trips(Do an extra pushup at the gym...lol). keep up the good work, looking forward to your next posts. Geff

[@HikeOregon]

+kpitrl1 thanks for watching Geff!

[@huycao9788]

I hiked the 3 Sisters loop last year and it is the reason Oregon has become my favorite place. That's saying a lot since I've also hiked in other amazing places like Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon and Glacier. Everywhere you look there is postcard quality beauty. TBH I'm more than a little jealous you live there. BTW, great gear video. I went through the same process to lighten my pack, replacing items when I could, starting with the big 3. It's great for beginners out there to see this path toward a more comfortable pack.

[@HikeOregon]

Thanks for the feedback :) I unfortunately wasn't able to hike the loop this year because it got shut down due to multiple wildfires. Many parts of this loop are now burned and will need to be repaired before it is hikeable again.

[@scottnechemias7898]

I use that fly creek when I backpack with my pups. You don't need the footprint for it unless you want to pitch it in fast fly mode.

[@HikeOregon]

+Scott Nechemias it depends on where you're camping. I rather not have sticks rocks and pine needles stabbing through my tent. It's only 4 oz. worth it to me to keep the longevity of the tent. They are not cheap.

[@scottnechemias7898]

It does depend on where you are camping to a certain extent. Think of it as replacing the 4oz of gear with technique of site selection or site preparation. As you start to get below 18 pounds you won't just be getting lighter things, you'll replace equipment with skills. All that being said, the fly creek has a 20 denier floor. While that's lighter than many mainstream tents, it won't puncture or tear with responsible use. Mine is my beater tent, and I'm not responsible with it, and its still held up fine!

[@AColoHi]

Link to list was great idea to start video. Who was the mouser? Glad your foot problems are gone.

[@HikeOregon]

+A Colo. Hi! Yea I haven't had foot pain for a whole year now 👍🏼.

[@heavymetaljess_]

Lighter Pack is awesome! I can't wait to try this out. I'm also excited to see how you enjoy the 3 Sister's Loop since I'd like to backpack that as well. :)

[@HikeOregon]

It's definitely a really fun tool! I'll film the whole loop, so stay tuned :).

[@MarissaCollison]

Just found your channel. Great personal details on what and why you're making those choices. Every ounce counts!! (that should be a hashtag)😆

[@HikeOregon]

Thanks for watching and subscribing!!

[@MarissaCollison]

@@HikeOregon excited I found your channel! You should come hike in Alaska😁

[@KLB5420]

Look up the Aegis Max on aliexpress, it's a lightweight sleeping bag. I think you can find it on amazon also.

[@HikeOregon]

They're still 2.5 lbs. For a little more money you can get a sleeping bag that weighs less than a pound.

[@KLB5420]

It will depend on the temp range you’re wanting. My 35F quilt from them is just under 1-lb. and for me that temp is good in our Canadian Rockies. I guess it depends how warm you sleep. Hope you can find good deals on the gear you need/want.

[@HikeOregon]

I was looking at a 10 - 15 degree bag. The one I have right now is a 24 degree bag and it's really nice but a little cold when I'm camping at 8,000 ft. in the early fall. I found a nice one at REI but I just don't have the money.

[@vinniedayhikerb4977]

Awesome video! Very informative in regards to weight vs gear needed.

[@HikeOregon]

+Vincent Bartoli thanks for watching!

[@meebelacan75]

Enjoy your trip.I am from Malaysia somewhere next to Singapore and to reduce more weight, we prefer to sleep under the flysheet.

[@HikeOregon]

Joe, thanks for watching all the way from Malaysia!

[@jimwisconsin4453]

Thank you. Fantastic video. What an in depth and detailed video. Very helpful.

[@HikeOregon]

So glad you found it helpful, Jim! Thanks for watching as always :). You're one of my OGs! :)

[@jimwisconsin4453]

you are so welcome Franziska. from one of your original gangstas!!! lol!

[@yvonnecraven8557]

Outdoor Vitals has great quality down bags for literally half the price... you should them out. They have a KZbin profile. I bought the 20 degree bag that is crazy light and obviously compresses to the size of a nalgene... best of luck

[@HikeOregon]

+christopher Tijerina thanks so much. I'll have to check them out :)

[@HikeOregon]

i checked them out. Looks like the 20 degree bag is still 2.5 lbs. But you're right, the price is unbeatable!!! That's what I paid for my REI synthetic bag :).

[@garrettsmith8286]

With all your gear is your 65L pack completely stuffed? Also where can I find that tank top or a shirt like the one you have on? I want one!

[@HikeOregon]

+Garrett Smith no it's not completely stuffed. You'll see it when I pack it all up for the third video. And unfortunately I'm not sure about the tank top. I got it as a birthday present.

[@garrettsmith8286]

Thanks looking forward to it.

[@rogerlamb536]

Looks like you are packed with some great gear.

[@HikeOregon]

Definitely :) Looking forward to my little trip to try out some of my newest items!

[@123meaghanb]

You have lots of stuff sacs but none of them are waterproof. Do you line your bag with a garbage bag?

[@HikeOregon]

+Meaghan B the stuff sacks are all water resistent and so is my backpack. I do also have a rain cover for my pack but don't take it on every trip.

[@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394]

Thanks for the video any advice for someone thats just starting out and on a fixed income and is poor

[@HikeOregon]

Buy your gear in stages. When i was buying my gear (I literally had 0 backpacking gear before my PCT section trip), I would buy 1 or 2 gear items per month. And do your research on sales, REI often has sales throughout the year, so if you're not in a rush to get your gear, wait to buy the big expensive items when the store has a sale.

[@BroncoManiac777]

I would do the same thing. Wait for the sales and coupons. Over time, about two years, I now have a full backpacking setup. Sometimes you don't get the newest item, but buying a discontinued model with good reviews can save you 100's! Also, DIY cooksets, stoves etc...save some money.

[@boredomtheadventure]

Great video! Trying to shave off pack weight, without spending a fortune is so hard! If you're looking to replace your sleeping bag check out enlighten equipment (if you haven't already). They have some quilts & sleeping bags similar to Z-packs, but a little bit cheaper. Happy trails!

[@HikeOregon]

+Boredom the Adventure what brand?? I was definitely looking at the Zpacks sleeping bags.

[@boredomtheadventure]

Enlightened Equipment. I've been thinking about getting the Revelation Quilt when I have the money. enlightenedequipment.com/revelation/

[@HikeOregon]

+Boredom the Adventure thank you! I'll have to look them up 👍🏼.

[@Boodieman72]

Have you thought about carrying dry shampoo?

[@HikeOregon]

nah. Dry shampoo doesn't even work for me in regular life. lol. I'll just wash my hair in the lake or stream.

[@deniseflygirl]

I have the same pack. I go brainless as well 😹 I find the 2 zipper pockets & the stretchy back pocket work well for smaller, often used items. I don't miss my brain at all! 😆

[@HikeOregon]

Yea I don't think I'll miss the bran much either. I also think that that I will eventually get a z-packs sleeping bag. I have tried a few ultra light packs on and they generally don't have much padding, and many of them sit right on your back. None of them carry like the Osprey Aura.

[@deniseflygirl]

I feel the same way about ultralight packs. They also seem a bit flimsy...at least a sleeping bag/quilt is protected by a pack. The pack itself is exposed to so much. Sometimes they look like toast after a long hike. And yes, most of the heavier packs distribute the weight quite well, making the extra weight worth it.

[@bacsandrei]

Thank you. Fantastic video

[@HikeOregon]

Thanks for watching!!

[@angelakm6753]

Did you not get mug/bowl in with your cookset?

[@HikeOregon]

The Pinnacle Soloist comes with a flimsy plastic bowl. But that’s just another thing to clean out. I either eat directly from the pot or the meal packet. And my cup is the sea to summit collapsible cup which i Love because it fits inside the cook pot.

[@myirisgarden315]

I'd replace the sleeping bag...invest in it! The pack is way more comfortable that 1/2 of the ultralights out there...think about keeping it...! That extra comfort is worth the 62 oz! Not to mention it's more durable, look at the PCT Class gear survey, www.halfwayanywhere.com/trails/pacific-crest-trail/pct-2016-survey-gear-guide/ Cut off some straps etc, cut back on the clothes and so called extras and you're good! I'd keep the pack, get the best sleeping bag you can, 20* bag is best! Have fun!! I'll be subscribing!

[@HikeOregon]

Yes, I'm definitely keeping the pack. I most likely won't be replacing the sleeping bag for this upcoming Oregon PCT trip just because I can't afford it. The lightweight 20 degree down bags literally cost as much as my rent! And because I have a sleeping bag that works really well, I just cannot justify that cost. Thanks for subscribing Carmen!

[@Mtnsunshine]

Carmen Hays Brown Excellent advice, Carmen. I agree. There is so much talk about UL packs, but they don't seem to hold up over time. Personally, I'd rather have a good quality, comfortable pack and cut down my weight in other areas. Happy 2018.

[@PeaceLoveandHikerTrash]

I have the osprey eja.. it’s an amazing pack.. nice balance between the extreme ul pack and the heavier packs!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

What about the cord to charge your anker

[@HikeOregon]

I don't charge my Anker on a 4 night trip. There is nowhere to charge it.

[@RusticOutdoors01]

Look into quilts for when replacing your sleeping bag... Enlightenment Equipment is a very good brand and I highly recommend them.

[@RusticOutdoors01]

also as far as backpack.. check out Zpacks or Hyperlight Mountain Gear,

[@HikeOregon]

+RusticOutdoors I tried on a zpacks backpack and I didn't like it at all. Maybe hyper light is different.

[@RusticOutdoors01]

Yeah, my pack is the Hyperlight Windrider 3400 (55L) and I love it.. most comfortable pack I own, and if you didn`t want to spend that much coin on a pack since its DCF, you could check out ULA Equipment also.. they have decent packs for semi-cheap that are lightweight.. Mountain Laurel Designs is a good company also.. hope that helps

[@flex0201]

Sawyer Squeeze vs the Sawyer Mini?

[@HikeOregon]

Definitely get the full size! Way better flow rate!

[@serpantseed08]

Very nice. I'm not "ultralight" either but I like my gears to be as light as possible without breaking the bank. If I may recommend a pack you may want to look into Granite Gear Crown 2. They have sizing for women, weighs 2 lbs for $200. Also, for a sleeping bag, Thermodown 15F, 2lbs 3oz for $160. Based on your current pack and sleeping bag, if you upgrade to these 2 items you'll save 3 lbs more or less. But of course, we all have our own personal comfort preferences but I hope it helps. Also, you're very beautiful... Okay bye! lol

[@HikeOregon]

I'm just not in the market for any new gear at the moment. I can't justify the cost when I have perfectly good gear that has really only been used for one long trip. Maybe if I were rolling in dough. lol. But I'm not unfortunately.

[@serpantseed08]

Totally understand. I've suggested it to you but also hopefully for the people who'll be reading it will get an idea "as well" lol jk. just noticed u say that often haha. Anywaysss, pardon my stupidity. But great gear. Winters coming soon so I'll try to go backpacking whenever I have time.

[@HikeOregon]

+serpantseed08 have fun in the snow!! I do not winter backpack but I do lots of winter hiking! Stay tuned for lots of snowy videos ahead!

[@serpantseed08]

opps sorry.. I meant to say I'll try to go backpacking as much as I can before winter comes lol. But yeah, I'll keep an eye out for your upcoming videos. Thanks

[@oldunion]

check the paria outdoor products, good price and rep so far.

[@in2thepickers]

Nice video !

[@HikeOregon]

Thanks :)

[@gabbypalmer1655]

My thought process: why the heck is all of her gear green? * looks at channel name * oh

[@HikeOregon]

A lot of gear just comes in green. I rather have green over black or some of the other colors gear comes in.

[@tongqingtonychen9847]

What is the total lb?

[@HikeOregon]

I don’t remember. But you can click on the Lighterpack link listed in the info bar below the video and it should give a total.

[@onthetrailwithbart523]

Yea Franziska, that all looks fine. My wife has that pack, and I BEGGED her to get a lighter pack. She LOVES all the pockets and zippers....OK then, HYOH. But she has no foot problems and is nearly my height. --Water bladder:I know they're convenient, but 2 smart water bottles weigh 2.9 oz. I use a 1 liter and a .7L bottle which cuts an additional 11oz off the weight in less water carried. --Maybe, when you can, consider something like a GG Gorilla weighting 2 pounds. www.gossamergear.com/products/gorilla-ultralight-backpack-all-bundle?variant=30212702668 Gear lists to check out --Heather "Anish" Anderson's gear list. runhikelivelove.blogspot.com/p/appalachian-trail-gear-list.html --"Carrot" Quinn's gear list. carrotquinn.com/2014/03/05/gear/ --Liz "Snorkel" Thomas gear list. www.eathomas.com/2014/09/18/gear-list-september-in-the-sierras/ Have a great hike !!!

[@HikeOregon]

+On the Trail with Bart hey thanks for all the lists for me to look at :) I know that snark water bottles are way lighter and I honestly don't plan to fill up my 3L bladder when I go on my trip cause there is soooooo much water along the way. The reason I carry the bladder is because for some reason the way my pack sits on me, it is super awkward to get the smart water bottle in and out of the side mesh pocket so I'd have to take the pack off to drink water. I know myself all too well and know that I won't do this, so I wouldn't end up drinking any water. Not good. Having the hose by my face reminds me that I need to drink. Also I probably should have put this in the video, but I need to keep reminding myself that I am 10 lbs lighter than I was last summer on the PCT. I cut down 10 lbs of gear already! That is a huge accomplishment!

[@onthetrailwithbart523]

The one thing about the Osprey's is that they have a side entry mesh pocket, so you don't have to take your pack off to pull the bottle out. I really like that feature and I don't know why other pack companies haven't copied that. (it must be patented). The good thing about water bottles is that you know exactly how much water you have left. When the bladder is buried in your pack, it's a guess.

[@58spitfirerocker]

Head over to www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/ plenty of good reading and VERY experienced triple crown thru hikers to brain pick. The hammock gear econ burrow is the best deal going in quilts. www.hammockgear.com/econ-quilts/ plenty of weight to be shed from small stuff without spending, repacking and just leaving stuff behind. you can cut your pot weight in half with a stanco grease pot or imusa 10cm pot for under $10.00. there are countless videos on making your own coozy.

[@anonymoussourcesofficial5375]

_If your feet are the issue, why not just splurge on fitted with high end shoes/boots, losing a few pounds is not going to fix your feet problem .... just saying._

[@HikeOregon]

Not carrying as much weight on your back does help your feet. Obviously you should have good shoes that fit you well too but not carrying 50 pounds on your back, especially for a long distance hike will help your feet not get injured, not get blisters, etc.

[@kenhadley6039]

You need to invest in a good folding saw and a wool blanket. Start with the 10 Cs of survivability then select from your junk on the bunk the items you need verses the items you want. By using this method you should be able to shed more weight from your gear. Have a great hike and keep up the good work with your channel.

[@HikeOregon]

+Ken Hadley why do I need a folding saw? Where I'm at we arent allowed to make fires in the summer time. Sometimes they even have regulations on what camp stoves you can use.

[@kenhadley6039]

That sucks.

[@McRuessel]

So why should she invest in a wool blanket? They weigh literally a ton and aren't made for any kind of lightweight backpacking.

[@HikeOregon]

I had that same question. Wool blankets weigh sooooooo much!!!!!

[@kenhadley6039]

TO McRussel : After they become wet they maintain there insulating value. I hike and camp all 4 seasons. When you hit -30c they keep you much warmer then a sleeping bag. That is just my experience. Even my clothing is 100% wool. You would be amazed at how long you can smooth it in the wilderness with out all the fancy gadgets people today seem to have to have. Keep it simple. Have a great day

[@jo-jobighiker5552]

Lighter...go lighter.

[@HikeOregon]

If you’ve watched my PCT prep video you will see that I’ve gone a bit lighter. But honestly I’m totally ok with my current base weight. And unless someone else is carrying it for me, it shouldn’t matter.

[@Boodieman72]

Too bad you can't get Zpacks to give you some lighter gear :)

[@HikeOregon]

I know, right?! That's the sleeping bag I was talking about. The 20 degree bag in my size is close to $400 :(

[@Boodieman72]

They also have backpacks.

[@HikeOregon]

I don't like their backpacks. I've tried them on.