Best Hiking Gear 2024 - The HikingGuy 10 Essentials

In this video, I'll share my day hiking gear list in the context of the hiking essentials. My best hiking gear list is the stuff I use all the time and has stood the test of many miles, wind, rain, heat, and abuse.

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00:00 - Topo Athletic Pursuit 2 Shoes
01:23 - Darn Tough Socks
01:51 - Osprey Hikelite 26 Day Pack
04:15 - Gregory Zulu 24LT Pack
04:50 - Osprey Stratos 34 Pack
05:17 - Osprey Talon Waist Pack
05:47 - Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
06:16 - Black Diamond Distance Z Trekking Poles
07:10 - Smartwater Bottles
07:10 - Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
08:10 - Osprey 3L Hydration Bladder
08:46 - Garmin inReach Mini 2
09:15 - Garmin GPSMAP 67i
09:42 - iPhone 15 with Gaia GPS
10:40 - Nightcore NU25 UL Headlamp
11:12 - Nightcore Battery Charger
11:42 - Anker MagSafe Battery Charger
12:11 - National Geographic Trails Illustrated Maps
12:11 - Tom Harrison Maps
13:10 - Salted Almonds
13:10 - ProBars
13:10 - Muir Energy Gels
13:10 - Electrolyte Chews
13:39 - Emergency Bivvy
13:39 - Sol E-Lite Flashlight
13:39 - Duct Tape
13:39 - Signal Whistle
13:39 - Water Purification Tablets
13:42 - Zpacks Titanium Blade
13:42 - Swiss Army Knife
13:42 - Mora Knife
14:11 - Trowel
14:11 - Toilet Paper
14:11 - Hand Sanitizer
15:41 - Merino Beanie
15:41 - Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain Jacket
16:06 - REI Rain Pants
16:36 - Convertible Pants (KUHL Renegade, REI Sahara)
17:04 - KUHL Hoodie
17:04 - Ridge Merino Hoodie
17:31 - Patagonia Nano Puff
18:03 - Smartwool Bottoms and Tops
18:03 - Black Diamond Mittens
18:03 - Waterproof Overmittens
18:34 - Outdoor Research Visor
19:01 - Oakley Sunglasses
19:29 - Natural Insect Repellent
19:29 - DEET Insect Repellent (Ben's Wipes)
19:29 - Tick Puller
19:58 - Permethrin Spray
20:28 - Insect Headnet
20:57 - Alcohol Prep Pads
20:57 - Tweezers
20:57 - Antibiotic Cream
20:57 - Leukotape
20:57 - Sterile Gauze Pads
20:57 - WoolAid Band-Aids
20:57 - Bandana
20:57 - Ankle Wrap
20:57 - Aspirin
20:57 - Allergy Relief Tablets
20:57 - Ibuprofen

The "10 essentials" are crucial for every hiker, ensuring preparedness for unexpected situations.

1. **Navigation Tools**: Always carry a map and compass. GPS and apps are helpful but can fail.
2. **Sun Protection**: Sunglasses, sunscreen, and protective clothing are essential to prevent sunburn and eye damage.
3. **Insulation**: Pack extra clothing like a fleece or rain jacket to stay warm and dry.
4. **Illumination**: A headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries ensures you can navigate in the dark.
5. **First-Aid Supplies**: A basic kit with bandages, antiseptics, and personal meds is essential.
6. **Fire**: Waterproof matches, lighters, or fire starters are crucial for warmth and cooking.
7. **Repair Kit and Tools**: A multi-tool or knife and duct tape can fix gear issues.
8. **Nutrition**: Carry extra food like energy bars or nuts to maintain energy.
9. **Hydration**: Bring extra water and know how to purify natural sources.
10. **Emergency Shelter**: A lightweight tarp or bivvy sack can protect you overnight.

These items enhance safety and preparedness on any hike.

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[Hikingguy]

What gear do you like that I should check out?

[iup]

Great list! No BS just straight honest reviews.

[richardgeorge]

Very helpful list. My wife and I have been hiking for years, and I have several hiking gear lists, but still found good ideas. A few things. 1) We use the BD Alpine Cork trekking poles in Colorado. For hiking involving trains, gondolas, etc, we use the BD FLZ. There are the adjustable versions of the Distance Z. 2) We started using the Therm-a-Rest Z-set pads for winter hiking, but now use them for all hiking. Only 2 oz. Before folks roll their eyes on these, look at the reviews at REI. 4.8 stars our of 5, based on over 200 reviews. They are a bit bulky, but can fit in stretchy front pockets or side pockets of day packs. 3) For icy Colorado trails, we take Kahtoola Micro Spikes. Snow gets packed down on trails and becomes ice, particularly in the shade. This lingers long after the snow on the ground melts.

[Erick_Chen]

As a paramedic another item I would include would be glucose tablets, glucometer, and a pulse ox. You can find some good small ones online that are light weight. Also if you have a prescription Dexamethasone can save you if you have develop HACE

[memathews]

That's a solid set of hiking gear, including the unexpected overnight basics (hear) and med kit. Thanks for sharing this in video.

[davidplotkin]

Always terrific to see what you're using. Thank you!

[jond]

Really great list. One suggestion to add is a small bottle of dish soap. I keep one along with a half of a swedish dish cloth in with my cooking kit. The dish soap serves two purposes: 1. Cleaning up after a meal if necessary and 2. Cleaning my hands after needing to utilize that trowel and toilet paper. The most common bacteria associated with that is e coli and hand sanitizer does not kill e coli. Dish soap or hand soap is effective at cleaning your hands if contaminated with e coli

[dan.nguyen]

As always, thank you for all your recommendations and hard work!

[chrisignacio]

Thanks HikingGuy For The Recommendations ❤

[vmnqvft]

Undoubtedly the best comprehensive gear review ever watched. Much common sense and clearly reflects experience on the trail. Subscribed. Thanks.

[Askfornate]

Great video! Happy to randomly stumble upon it!

[BorisDesmond]

nice video, thanks for sharing mate. I have bought my gear ages ago so it's great to see what's up these days.

[EPICHIKE]

This is a awesome list super helpful thx man!

[markp]

Great survey: got some good ideas from this. Thanks.

[Bryan-xgos]

Thanks for the video, Chris. Great insights as always. Looking forward to the Topo deep dive video. I have been eyeing the Traverse for a while now. Previously tried out the Terraventure 4 but found they fit too tight in the midfoot and caused me some pain. Love what Topo is doing though and hopefully will find a fit in one of their other models.

[paulinajanzen]

15:02 THIS, I was searching for something like this, thank you for mentioning it!

[danielrucker]

I like the bivy in the emergency kit. Good idea.

[sarahsundstrom]

Wow! I need to go hiking with you I would not have to worry about anything😅 You have a terrific system.

[lyricwashere]

23:26 Don't give asprin, or any NSAID in the event of a stroke, it can be counterproductive if your trying to stop a hemorrhagic stroke.

[angieamarillo]

I love your reviews! I brought the Gregory Zulu 30 because of you but it wasn’t very comfortable for me, I’m female with a long torso. I returned it and took a chance with the Zulu Lt 24 during Gregory’s sale and I love it so much! It’s light, comfortable and I am one who loves me some big hip pockets. I don’t want weight on my shoulders and water is just so heavy. I carry a puffy and rain jacket hiking in nm mountains so it’s perfect. Thanks for all your reviews and thoughts. I didn’t want the heaviness of stratos and loss of space inside, this Zulu 24 is more open it seems. I love Osprey and Gregory both. I have an Osprey sport lite 25 that’s pretty good but this Zulu lt is really more comfortable.