Cheap vs. Expensive Backpacking Gear (tested)

Cheap alternatives to my extremely expensive backpacking gear.

[brentperron]

Would love to see more actual cheap gear, especially for us weekend warrior people! I know you've posted some in the past like the Bryce. But I feel I dont see those pop up on your channel as much lately, other than the odd gadget (instead of actual big pieces of gear).

Love your channel Dan! Those videos were one the main reasons i started following you! Would be great to see more!

[kathywalter]

I started walmart brand items for backpacking. For those complaining on price, remember that cheap cheap gear is that it is harder to return and or rehome. Packs alone, ive gone thru multiple multiple different manufacturers to find one that fitted and worked for me. And there is a huge diffrenece in how a cheapy piece of gear works and a mid to high range piece of gear works

[stphns]

I have used the Outdoor Vitals quilt for the last couple of years and absolutely love it! It is exceptional.

[Agilechicken]

When shopping for sleeping gear, I always think about what I would pay for one or two nights at a hotel/AirBnB. That’s usually at least around $300 or so and you walk away with nothing. Multiple that by a few times and consider the lower cost of camping, then I think you can justify spending around $1, 000 for your complete sleeping system. You can get some nice stuff for that!

[OutdoorNiklas]

the Naturehike tents are very good too

[chamomillionaire]

My man, you and I have VERY different definitions of "Cheap" because this stuff is still way outside most people's, especially beginners ranges.

[BeedeeEx]

Great video Dan! OV makes some of my absolute favorite gear! Glad to see them represented more than once here! And I'll be in the camp of the Durston X-Mid Pro 2...haha!

[mildthing]

That middle zipper on the backpack is an insane concept. Love that.

[RobinJorgensen-jp]

Just ordered our first OV product. Gave a shoutout to you in their survey!

[robynroamsoutdoors]

Love the Paria tent. I have to say your videos on them are what prompted me to consider it and I am very happy I did. As for sleeping bags I love my Big Agnes Anvil Horn. It's a hybrid of a sleeping bag and quilt. Mine is rated for 15 degrees F. Pair it with the wide Big Agnes pad and it is a very good night's sleep for me.

[GhostObsessed]

Starting the AT with an offset duo, full zenbivy ultralight and a zpacs arc haul.. i'd say you pretty much nailed this vid lol 👍

[joeycerelli]

I have the 10 degree zenbivvy quilt and sheet paired up to the Big Agnes Rapide. It is the best night sleep i've ever had while camping.

[Sheltowee]

I bought Zenbivvy. A lot of money but wow it’s quality and unique. Yes, like a real bed.

[TheWinkingPigBarBQ]

I'd really like to see you do a review on the Paria Zion 2-person tent. As a single hiker, I love the space and dual entrance it gives. I'm willing to hike that little bit of weight for the creature comforts it provides.

[scottburkhart]

Great video, Dan! My tent of choice when I am not "hanging" is the Fortius 1P trekking pole tent. I borrowed a Durston 1P from a friend, and it was terrific. I couldn't justify the price difference in the two so I bought the OV tent. Keep the videos coming.

[jaguarsolo]

This was perhaps the most useful video you have made. Thank you

[whicks]

It’s time to check out Naturehike tents!

[Campingbabe]

Glad you made this video I'm 56 years young 😊just trying to go backpacking with my dog we will only go on a over night or 2 so this list is great. I had no idea what to by and weight is a issue because I have a bad back and knees. God Bless ❤thanks

[Olan...]

Dan i am with you 100% on the Zpacks Arc haul. I have used loads of different packs over the past 4 and a half decades and the Zpacks is the absolute most comfortable pack i have carried. I started with the Older models and they were awesome but the new materials are the icing on the cake.

[JSlippy]

Need a vid that does this for people over 6'4". Great Vid, though, thanks 🙏