My Backpacking Kit Has Changed - Here's Everything I Pack!

My backpacking kit has been majorly upgraded this year so I figured it was time I updated y'all on everything I bring backpacking, and how I pack! This is my fall backpacking kit, but almost all of this gear I'll use in spring and summer as well. While I'm still not an ultralight backpacker (as you'll be able to tell from my base weight 😅) I have definitely benefitted from trying more ultralight gear from cottage brands this year, and my pack is lighter and comfortable than ever before!

Intro: 00:00
Backpack, liner, sleep system: 0:42
Bear canister, toiletries, stove: 4:06
Puffy Jacket, midlayer: 7:43
New tent: 8:25
Rain Jacket, gloves, neck gaiter: 9:34
Water filter, water bottles: 10:16
Why I Love LMNT Electrolytes (sponsor): 10:52
Water filter, water bottles continued: 11:47
Poop kit, pee kit: 12:26
First aid kit, headlamp, sit pad, trekking poles: 14:25
Weighing my pack: 17:24
Outro: 18:24

Gear in this video -

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Director and Producer: Rainer Golden
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Videographer and Editor: Chelsea Newton
Videographer and Editor: Kyle Roof
Editor: Katie Van Fleet
Editor: Doug Linstedt
Dog: Tucker

This video was filmed by Rainer Golden and edited by Miranda Webster!

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Everything I Bring Backpacking - Major Updates!
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[RainerGolden]

I would like to point out that for the one billionth time Miranda forgot her spork in this video. 😂 It’s the Sea to Summit Alpha Long Spork, if anyone is wondering.

[blkkrow]

Pillow Tip: The Filo Has a loop on each side. Buy some small bungee cord 1/16 inch and tie a portion on each loop and then loop it over your sleeping pad. This is what I do and my pillow never moves.

[Two_Names]

I'm impressed at how much the weight of backpacking gear has come down in the couple decades I've been away from the hobby. That 17-18lb dry weight would've been doubled in the late 90s to early 2000s. Technology and innovation have been truly kind to us.

Great video, you've got great camera presence and a nice way to present your stuff. Glad I found the channel. 👍

[durstongear]

Cool to see you're giving the X-Mid a try! I hope it works well. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. I also have a new pitching video on my YouTube channel that has a lot of good tips on getting it set up.
- Dan

[soulie]

50 yr old with decades of hiking under my boots. Made the switch to a quilt this year(ZenBivy) mostly due to Miranda and a few of the other other YT folks. That plus the tensor, saves so much weight and was insanely comfy on a late Sept. Yosemite trip. If you are a restless side sleeper, this is your jam.

[tanvach]

To stretch the temperature rating of my 20deg quilt, I also got a fairly inexpensive 50deg synthetic, wide over quilt. Layering these two allows the temp rating to be extra 10deg lower, ie becomes 10deg quilt. Perfect for winter camping!

[vasilikipantazopoulou]

I watched the "how to pack your backpack" video before my first backpacking trip 7 years ago! Over the years I evolved from a traditional backpacker to a hybrid backpacker (half ultralight gear half traditional backpacking gear!). It's so fun to see you going through the same process over the past few months 😊 thank you for the videos and for making everyone feel comfortable in the outdoors 😊

[CHARLESCRANFORD]

I came here to say that Durston gear is loved by so many for a reason and that Dan is great about answering questions. I also saw that he has already commented on this video. The man must never sleep.

[Mote.]

I love how much you love the ultra-light puffy jacket. I get second-hand excitement from your enthusiasm.

[Juuleeuuh]

P Style + Kula Cloth on a retractable badge clip has been a HUGE game changer on the trail, especially when it’s cold out or there are lots of bugs out where I don’t want to pull my pants down

[jasonthomas]

So with your pillow, put it on your sleeping pad and the put a shirt over the pad and pillow like a hat! The pillow stays in place, doesn’t fly off when your on the top bunk in shelters haha…and it then feels like it has a pillow case on it! Soooo comfy 😊

[savortheday]

Would love to see a video of you explaining what to look for in a new set of trekking poles! What height you need, folding vs extending (are folding ones just one height?!), weight, grip material, etc. I cant tell if theyre all just so similar it doesnt really matter, or if there are red flags to avoid. It's all so overwhelming!

[randybass]

I noticed that you had outer layers for inclement weather, but no change of clothes, even socks and undies. Some people wear the same clothes multiple days when backpacking, while others change every day. You must also be prepared for falling in a stream, etc. What is your recommendation on clothing? Also, do you use booties/sandals while at camp?

[DhaBanana]

I use the fillo pillow and bring a cut out of an anti slip mat about the same size as the pillow! I just roll it up with my sleeping pad to store. It's inexpensive, light, and works fairly well for me :)
I love your interactions with Rainer so much lol

[millerhoo]

I am a big Durston fan, that tent is awesome. You should try the Kakwa 55 pack. I feel flash 55 folks get too attached to their pack. :)

- A Zpacks summer quilt in conjunction with that EE quilt will make your setup 4 seasons without a bunch of extra OZs
- I use an OV extended head pillow, with a exped mega pillow for a body pillow and a mesh bag of extra clothing between my knees
- I really like the rei helix wide pad (I think it is super comfy) - I will spend OZ on a good night sleep
- I use Colman soap sheets, I like they are single use vs a multi use bar that you have to store
- my daughters use the pee funnel and it works great vs squatting

Good luck on the tents virgin voyage.

[tarryncoward]

I saw a few other people mention it but wanted to add my support for the Zen Bivvy fast sheet to stop your pillow sliding off the matress, absolute game changer and only adds 80 -110g depending on the size you use. The fabric also feels way nicer to sleep on than being straight on the matress!

[rachelpoulos]

As a former AT hiker, I don't recommend battery powered headlamps. Lithium AAA batteries are expensive, and the other kinds burn out too quickly. You also need to charge everything else between stops, namely your phone, so more clutch is having a wall charger with enough slots than to have things that are battery powered.

I took the Nitecore 25 and it was one of my favorite pieces of gear. I prefer to Hike at night (insomnia / it's cooler) and that little guy did some heavy lifting.

BTW, your setup is awesome. You could definately thru hike with it, even though that isn't your goal. I'm always learning from your channel!

[Kickrocksproductions]

Okay Im in PDX and just need you to hold a beginner hike and camp trip.. YES and THANK YOU :) I binge your videos but none of my friends hike and camp ...soosooo ready! Thank you for the content!

[TheSwaggaking]

I feel like the channel is seriously hitting a stride! There’s a acquired confidence and familiarity im picking up from you. It’s like you know who you are, and who the channel is and that’s exactly what you’re providing. Well done!

[annmarieswitzer]

Love that little toiletry bag! I’ve been trying to figure out ways to make toiletry-ing easier at camp. I wonder if thats a video you would consider doing? Like, when you use your soap, how how do you pack it back up after, how far from the tent do you do it, etc. If anyone on the crew uses contacts, what is their system for carrying in the solution and glasses, how do they clean their hands before taking them out, etc. Maybe just me but contacts are one of the most stressful things for me at camp 😂