While it’s important to find gear that works for you based on your individual needs, it can be helpful to hear about what works for others. This is my typical backpacking gear list, with info about how I use each item.
These are ‘big three’ items that I use for backpacking. My goal for the gear I use is to strike a balance between low weight and comfort.
This hydration kit is what I take for filtering water on backpacking trips. It’s compact, simple to use, and very lightweight.
I like to cook and make all of my own dehydrated meals, so having a kitchen setup that is ultralight and works for cooking rather than only for boiling water is important to me.
You don’t have to be dirty and smelly on a backpacking trip. Say goodbye to at least some of the funk by carrying a few toiletry items, and be prepared for using the bathroom in the backcountry with a simple bathroom kit.
Choosing your kitchen gear for backpacking should be based on how you plan to cook and eat meals on trips.
A backpack will be one of the most important purchases you make since it is what you use to carry all of your gear, ideally in well-balanced comfort.
Since every ounce counts when carrying a loaded backpack, I take as few clothing items as possible, relying on layering techniques instead of bringing extra items for each day.
Carry a few essential and first aid items to stay safe while backpacking. And while backpacking is a great way to unplug, there are a few electronics that can be useful on trips.
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