Backpacking Gear I'll Never Carry Again

Don't be afraid to try new things! Never know what will be better for you or suit your style more in the end. This is taking a look at a gear list of mine from 2014, though it was very solid I was surprised to see that I no longer carry or use a single item now 6 years later than I did back then. In fact within just a year I had swapped out every last piece of gear you see in that photo for something different. Not intentionally! Just trying new things, and apparently finding a style that suit me better.

If you're looking for a concrete list of stuff I swapped out:
- I don't use stuff sacks anymore. Just one ziploc for small items, an odor proof bag for food, and one big trash bag to keep everything dry.
- External batteries are much more reliable than solar chargers
- My backpack got smaller and more streamlined
- I chose a quality quilt over a big name brand sleeping bag
- My tent was awesome but in the end camping under a tarp suit my style better and offered a whole sew of other benefits.
- I stopped cooking on a stove and switched to a stoveless setup
- My old very expensive and heavy rain jacket was no better than my cheap new one
- I swapped my headlamp for a handheld flashlight
- Water bladder pouches aren't as reliable (they pop) compared to water bottles.

THE BACKPACKING GEAR I USE:

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[calvinminer]

I love that Jupiter talks calmly and quietly, doesn't use clickbait titles and thumbnails, and he doesn't clap or shout at the start of every video. That bugs the hell out of me with other YouTubers. It make me feel like an imbecile. Jupiter treats his viewers like adults.

[jenna]

Wow, how refreshing. A gear review that is practical and isn't paid for by a company. Thank you

[Thelavendel]

ok I'll drop my accordion, but the rest stays

[Narx]

I love how you just threw it "And I quit smoking" like it was as trivial as switching waterbottles xD

[gregldailey]

Yeah man in just two years I've gone from a heavy 65L pack to 25L. It makes a world of difference and you can really enjoy the hike.

[jeromebullard]

Tarp camping is great. You wake up with a full stomach of protein rich spiders that made their way into your mouth while you slept. Also, while the bear is eating you, they won’t be as salty from having to open a frustrating wrapper. You will also lose weight from the mosquitoes draining your blood. It’s awesome.

[hoser]

I enjoy your commentary, content and how you present things.

[dddhhh]

Glad to see another disciple of the Ziplock bag! They are great. Lightweight, disposable, and best of all--See Thru! so you can see where your stuff is.

[Sandkasten]

"And then everything changed"
in my head: "When the fire nation attacked"

[toothpastehombre]

You have a beautiful way of conveying the grace and openness it takes to grow as a hiker/human - thank you

[noel]

This awesome guy has found his joy and he is not done yet. Im so happy for him. There are many things one can learn from his backpacking experiences. Lastly, his narration is so soothing..lol.

[davidvayhinger]

The way you present your information in this video is so clear and without ego or judgement. Thank you! For being human and sharing your perspective without implying that it should be my perspective too.

[richardjohnson]

I think this happens to everyone in all sorts of hobbies. I have done this in mtbiking, mountaineering, fishing and probably every other hobby I have gotten into. You live and you learn.

[dougfrommaine]

I enjoyed your thoughtful video, thanks! Continually re-evaluating your choices is the key to success in many ways! Regarding lining your pack with a plastic bag. - you didn't do this, but for others who might not think of it... NEVER store your water INSIDE the plastic bag! Many years ago I did. Half-way through the day, it started raining, and I remember thinking how glad I was that I had lined the pack with a plastic bag. When I stopped for the night, I found out just how watertight that bag was: the "sip top" on my MSR Dromedary bag had opened-up sometime during the day, and completely soaked my down sleeping bag, which was at the very bottom of the pack. That was over 30 years ago, and I still remember shivering all night, too cold to sleep, waiting what seemed like an eternity for the sun to come up! In addition to storing water outside the bag, I also ditched the sip top, and replaced it with a regular blue nalgene cap, to be sure it doesn't leak.

[pinky]

Even though I researched gear for months for the PCT, I ultimately changed quite a few things while I was on trail. It was such a great feeling when I got one step closer to my more ideal setup :)

[barrybrum]

Using a handheld light versus a headlight is ideal for those of us with three arms and 3 hands.

[TonySaunders]

I've gone the other way. Ditched the tarp for a tent, but that's because I moved from England to Iceland and its very windy here, almost no tree cover and it rains a lot. That's why I like videos like yours, it's not what's about being right it's about what's right for the person.

[MichalOlender]

Good for you man. Feels like everyone goes through an evolution like this, we're all different and different things fit us.

[nolanlynch]

This isn't even my final camping form! Love this. Just shows how we all grow in life. Start small, (Or big in this case) and then shed the layers and stuff as you get more comfortable proficient.

[kayasper]

Although I have quite a lot of long distance travelling myself, your thoughts about gear keep inspiring me, thanks!