The 7 Things You Need to Start Backpacking | Outside
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2017
- The best way to get started with backpacking is by making sure you’ve packed all the right essentials. Outside contributor Bryan Rogala walks us through the items he brings on every adventure.
Of course, the first supply you need for any backpacking trip is fairly obvious: a backpack. Invest in one that’s sturdy enough to hold up during bad weather or rough conditions. Bryan recommends a 50-60 liter pack- large enough to fit all your essentials without getting too heavy. You’ll also need a two-person tent, 20-degree sleeping back, and sleeping pad to ensure you have a comfortable place to rest. Then, for the smaller (but equally important) items: Pick out a high quality backpacking stove for cooking on the trail, bring some moleskin for blisters, find a comprehensive trail map of the area you’re visiting, and (last but not least) fill a small bottle with whiskey for some post-hiking relaxation.
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If you ditch the sleeping bag and the tent, you can take 6 bottles of whiskey . . . . . .
Mr. Lahey?
Jared K 😂
Sooo...just go sit in the woods with whiskey?... weird flex but okay
Dump the whiskey and bring everclear.
Only 6?
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No flashlight/headlamp, first aid kit, rain poncho, or matches/fire starter. But can't forget the whiskey! Yeah, definitely not my definition of 'essentials.'
No storm shelter either. Where I hike that is suicide.
So I guess you're not an alcoholic like some of us.
Funny because he did have a lighter and first aid kit laying around
Thanks Alex Honnold
😂
Went backpacking for the first time and lived. What a great experience. Brought way too much water, but I didn't want to play with cutting it close.
When I trip and stab my eye out on a jutting branch I always use my moleskin to stop the bleeding. Good tips
Good advice! I've gone backpacking with my wife for many years and we divide items with my larger pack carrying the tent, cooking pots, cups & dishes and water filter. She carries the food, stove & fuel. We both carry our bedding, sleeping bags and our own rain gear etc.. However, at the beginning of a 6 day trip, her pack may be heavier, but it gets lighter each day - the tent doesn't! A Big Agnes Copper Spur 2 is the BEST two person + border collie tent one can buy today!
I like this vid cause you showed all the main (90%) components of what to pack and showed how to pack them. You dumbed it down and made it soooo easy. The comments shared compliment the leaning. E.g. others sharing and adding to their experiences. I feel more confident to jump right into backpacking now. Thanks for the vid I've given you a thumbs up.
Nice vid, for me personally I’d always use a waterproof bag liner to keep my gear separate from hydration bladder for obvious reasons, everything is individually packed into dry bags this makes organising and finding gear easy plus’s repacking a wet tent into a pack won’t soak everything especially on a multi day hike
Thanks for posting the video. Very helpful.
Contractor's Bags (heavy duty trash bag) make a great option for an inexpensive and durable waterproof bag liner. A small roll of heavy duty duct tape is excellent for on the fly repairs.
Zpacks Bag liner is half the weight. admittedly more costly, but you really do save weight on that item.
Ditch the duct tape and get leukotape.
If you love this sort of stuff head over to furm outdoors he's got some brilliant content
Perfect! Nice and simple, to the point, hittings the basics, nice pace, great video, and audio, not overwhelming us with and loud.heart-pounding music and best of all, not trying to sell a bunch of gear. Thanks!! Subscribed.
This video helped so much in my backpacking. Thank you so much!
Thanks!
No nonsense.. gets right to the point!
Awesome video!
:D
A bloody good job mate that’s the point and realistic that’s what it’s all about living and learning top vid bud 👍🤘🤘🇦🇺
The packing/ weight distribution info was SUPER helpful. tysm!
He didn't mention a headlamp because you can soak the end of a stick in the whiskey. Great torch and saves grams.
Its always fun to watch other peoples "essentials" and packing methods even if I don't agree with them. Personally I like to put all the heavy stuff at the bottom of my pack. And although I would never waste space on heavy liquid like Whiskey I do love my chair...my wonderful 1.2lb "essential" chair.
When I first started backpacking I started with a hammock! It was wonderful!
I’m also in Ontario, lots of trees
do you use a quilt on the outside of your hammock or in the inside of the hammock?
Thanks, I was on the fence about my whiskey.
It also provides much needed calories. I suggest bring some cask strength whiskey. If you bring a 120 proof whiskey it is 100 calories per oz, which is about the same calories per oz you are looking for with backpacking food.
weed is lighter and helps you eat up that food your toteing. thus lightening your load even further. it's a win win. ;)
rofl!!
Jack Daniels goes with me on every hike. Definitely essential. Lol
I got the basspro 1 person tent they had a few years ago and just went ahead and fully waterproof sealed it with a couple layers of the spray and seam sealed all the seams, threads and essentially everything that could leak at possibly on inside of tent. And a 30⁰ mummy style sleeping bag with a sleeping bag fleece liner because I sleep warm even at home. And then I forget the pad. All for one person as basic sleeping stuff and then a 3 person for me and my significant other when she wants to come and a queen air mattress. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for sharing
Whiskey got you the thumbs👍
Good, quick video. Lots of good info here.
Some good ideas thanks for sharing...
Thanks for the video!
Very informative, thank you for taking the time filming and sharing it with us!
Great vid Brian!
Thanks man I love this channel
6:18 brilliant, no longer have desire for a kickstand, thank you!!!
Helpful video Bryan.
Really like to see a video which outlines the specific gear you would prioritise for extended late Autumn & Winter adventures. If you haven't posted one already.
Best regards.
I got a 40 liter backpack and im going to the mountains in 2 weeks and im being there forl ike 4 days and i have a 40 liter backpack and i have 1 backpackroom with my clothes and stuff and 1 other backpackroom for food and books and the biggest one for tent sleeping bag and stuff :) very nice video!
Great videos, Bryan!
Great video! I have a normal backpack, as my acting Bug out Bag and I have been checking out videos on things to Remove/Add/Way to pack. I would recommend a tiny, lightweight inclusion of some band aids, alcohol swabs, and a small (impulse buy section) sized bottle of hand sani in a sandwich baggie. As a bare minimum first aid kit setup. I always include camping TP for myself as well. I am too concerned with hygiene to wipe with leaves and whatnot. Also, I swear everytime I go camping I have the runs the next day LOL. (TMI... I know)
OK, sounds great!
Thanks for the tips 👍
We typically pack lightest to heaviest in the army.. We zip the bottom portion of our rucksacks to give us about half the compartment.. If i have too much gear i put the sleep system in the bottom portion.. But we put ach(helmet) and boots and things heavy like that on top.. And pack the bag as packed down as you can get it. Then cinch everything dowm
Good video, well explained 😀
Good video! Thanks!
Great video! Wish I had seen this when I first started backpacking.
Me too. Get the All Trails app. There are so many places to backpack and camp in AR, just pick one and go.
lol, i guess i hit the wrong reply button. Was meant for Osvaldo Trujillo.
I have the Yeti hopper flip 18, I got an RTIC softpack 20 and 30 as well. I use them everyday for work. The RTIC have thicker insulation making them better, but the Yeti has better build quality.
I recommend Leuko tape instead of moleskin.
I was going to write this. Makes moleskin obsolete.
dalbyonemanband is KT tape the same thing as Leuko tape?
yup
Great kit. I am somewhat surprised, though, that you didn't include a Swiss Army knife or something similar. I find that invaluable.
what do you think of the Black Diamond Mega light. it's just a little more than 2 lb sleeps up to four four season if you need that and it's a great shelter for backpacking.
When i drink whisky, backpacking is a non essential for me
Haha 😄 Good point!!
Nice very helpful demonstration
I can hardly believe that the MRS stoves like those are still made. The current one is the WhisperLite, it cost $140 and is almost 14 oz, while you can get a 25g Titanium pocket stove for $15 and it will work just as well.
Yea it's nuts how much some of these stoves cost. I bought a gasmate one about 10 years ago for really cheap and have only just replaced it with a sea to summit one for $25 (gasmate one still works but my new one is lighter). I pair both with my $10 Billy tin that fits a gas canister, the stove and 1 meal perfectly. Msr are as over priced as jetboil.
Darryl Hopper - Perhaps. I'm sure those exspensive stoves are exspensive for a good reason. So far I've been happy with my cheaper options. I switched from the Snowpeak Giga stove($40) to the $15 Chinese BRS titanium stove and have used both extensively at 13K in the San Juan mountains in Colorado. Never had a single issue with either one after 4 years of use. Although, I will say I never used them below 28°f. But, if I ever need cooking fuel below mid 20's I'd have to switch to an Alcohol stove anyway since compressed gas wont exit the canister below low 20's. I have high regard for the $15 BRS stove simply because of how well its worked for me in constant use.
Actually, the Whisperlite retails for $99, not $140. Further, MSR makes the best backpacking and mountaineering stoves on the market. No, a pocket canister stove doesn't work as well as a liquid fuel MSR stove does. The MSR puts out some serious BTUs, and does so even in extreme cold environments and high altitudes. Even though they seldom fail, they can be repaired in the field. The MSR will be around and still working long after your el-cheapo stove is a rusted piece of junk buried in a landfill.
Pretty good video. One thing I think you should have mentioned that I think was just an oversight.....attaching an exterior layer bit of clothing. A rain jacket or poncho or a warmth layer. Something that when you need it you veryvwell need it quickly. I thought you were going to mention it when yoy left that blue jacket out of the pack. Maybe you efited it iut for time concerns. Still well done ATB
not trying to be a salesman but when it comes to packs I bought an osprey 65L atmos AG. its pretty damn expensive, but has a lifetime warranty. the anti gravity harness is awesome, loads feel lighter and the mesh suspension allows an amazing amount of air flow behind the back. no more sweat soaked shirts. i'll never go back to my older packs. I highly recommend this pack. it may be pricy for first timers but if your doing a couple trail hikes a year get one. I think there are reviews here on youtube
I have the same pack. LOVE IT.
i have this monster 100L backpack that i took to go hiking around austria. i was able to fit a shit ton of things in there. survived two weeks on that. ended up buying two additional pieces of proper luggage in country because i bought so much stuff to bring home. but if i controlled my spending 100L was enough for me and the wife for just shy of two weeks.
I'm in love 😍😍😍
No first aid kit? Every pack I have for every purpose (day hike, fishing, hunting, etc) has a first aid kit.
Nice, but I would put the water filter in the lid for easier access for resupply along the trail. Also, I wondered about rain gear as an essential. I assume you intend the 60L pack would allow for more than weekend camping.
Gracias for you on video for how me smuggle to Americas
Don't bother with the Whiskey. Save weight and take a lump of dope. Guarantees a good night's sleep even if your Therma-rest deflates.
Sound advice brother, sound advice.
Foam doesn't deflate, buddy.
Guarantees a good night's sleep even if your sleeping pad gets eaten by a bear.
Bruce Wallace why not both?
are you referring to Weed, Coke or Meth?
Mole skin is invaluable!!!
Thank you god bless you
Finally, a video that does not overdo it. Genuine is the word I'm looking for.
Thanks
this is dopeeee
what is the backpack model called?
This is kinda helpful
MSR-Pocket Rocket hands down. 40 size pack, 60 is overkill unless you're thru hiking the AT, PCT, CDT, etc...Agreed on tent; having enough room for my pack, I never leave it outside. Sleeping bag- degree rating is bunk, everyone sleeps different, hot/cold..no on down, wet=nightmare to dry.
Great advice , tweak as you go, make changes ...
SoCal Outdoors73 I've hiked the PCT for 3 years now and a 60 liter pack is overkill! I use a 45 and I keep my total weight with food and water at 20 to 25 lbs. I did the Sierras in 2016 with a larger pack only because my service dog was 8 years old and I had to carry all his stuff. I was suffering with 40 to 50 lbs. on my back. I had to prop the pack on a large rock to even lift it.
SoCal Outdoors73 I also agree with you about the sleeping bag ratings. There are soooo many variables that affect sleep including campsite placement, hydration, ground insulation, caloric intake, etc.
Yes, a backpacking video that finally recommends whisky! I have my favorites, but what whisky do you all recommend? Go.......
Pendleton
Finally a no-nonsense tutorial. Thank you!
Bruh, I was thinking this was a good video until you forgot the first aid kit, an absolute must especially for us aussie people
Whiskey also doubles as a fire starter!
A first aid kit should be an essential. I got a sliver once while carving a piece of wood into a spoon.
I like this video
Tips:
1. Ditch the bladder. take 2 smart water bottles, one for each side!
2. Do not buy any of those tents. If you’re 5’10” or under, grab the Mier UL 1 person on Amazon for $115 instead. It’s half the packing size and just barely under 2 lbs. Grab some Cascade Mtn poles to go along with it
3. Buy an inflatable sleeping pad. It’ll be heavier than the Thermarest, but the superior recovery will be worth its weight in gold. Klymit makes affordable entry lvl pads.
4. Buy a sleeping quilt. A fraction of the packing size and weight. If you don’t want to drop $300, buy a Chinese knock-off called “WIND HARD” quilt on Amazon for just over $100.
5. Do not buy a 60L pack. YOU WILL fill up whatever pack you buy so strive for 50L or smaller with a very simple design.
6. Ditch the “lid” or brain of your pack. Opt for several more ziplock baggies instead. If you’re worried about waterproof-ness, buy a 1-oz pack cover.
Good Video :)
Where's your First Aid kit!?
Nile Harter First Aid kits are useless if you aren’t trained in how to use the items. Can cause even more harm then good.
its pretty self-explanatory for the most part, clean, clot and compress
J Cole
Who needs a first aid kit when you're bringing whiskey?
J Cole bandaids are always hard to use right.
Did you mention hydration? That could come in handy. First aid is more than moleskin. Your 10 Essentials seem light. You didn't go into detail about food but that seemed like half a day's worth. Extra clothes for bad weather? Good call on the Nalgene flask, but the rest is only appropriate for the fairest of conditions on a minimal trip.
I like the idea of bringing whiskey but you forgot the Ganja 🤘😜
Keep in mind Outside Magazine is sponsored by big brands. He's selling merch. A thermorest solite is cheaper with a higher insulation value, only a couple ounces heavier. When getting started, a 30 degree bag will do, it be less expensive than a 20 degree option and lighter, you can supplement with a bag liner later. Eureka spitfire is a great light weight 1 person tent, about 2 pounds and under $150. Look up how to cook with an Imusa.7 quart mug, you can get a functional cook kit for under $30, including a stove and cooking cozy, and it will weigh the same as the MSR whisperlite stove itself which costs around $150. The backpack is one thing you don't want to go cheap on (same with the sleeping bag). But 60 liters will make you think you need to fill 60 liters. For a weekend, you can easily live comfortably out of 40 liters.
I prefer a larger pack that isn't over filled. Then it straps down nice and tight and close to my back and doesn't feel overfull. It does make me take too much stuff sometimes tho for sure
Do you ever use an map app? If so, what do you recommend?
Rflol 7 essentials for beginners : includes whiskey ? Nice one bruh. Booze is definitely in the core essentials for backpacking beginners... ?!
I love backpacking . I plan to do a thorough hike of the AT in 2020 to spread my wife's ashes in every state . Can you recommend a good hammock system for so eone with a extremely limited budget ? I have a Teton Explorer 4000 backpack and North face sleeping bag with a complete cook system but I need something to sleep within say a hammock system . Can you advise me of something dicient to make this happen for me in this great adventure.
Link for that shirt you’re wearing?
Bear spray would be nice. & beef jerky for Sasquatch to keep him happy.
Ah yes the efficiency of liquor!👍👍
Can somebody tell me what backpack that is brand/name
Backpack, American Express black card, website showing 5 star resorts in area. There I did it in 3!
Duct tape works well for hotspots and can be used for other things as well
whiskey!? lol. Rogala is keeping it real, I guess.
What stove do you use?
what happens if you need to make water quickly on the trail and your water filter is packed below a bunch of stuff.............
You had me at "whiskey"
Because simply being in the great outdoors isn't relaxing enough?
lol whiskey over fire starter or flashlight? Even over a water filter? Its cool. to each his own.
What do i do if i have to backpack INSIDE?
Forget the alcohol, an ounce of weed will give you a weekend you'll never forget or remember.
Dont u think that putting the tent last and the matt is best that is the first thing you should set up as well it should be that last thing u put away???
Hey man i live in Arkansas too, anywhere u recommend camping?
I live in Mid-west Arkansas. Get the All Trails app. We have so many places to choose from, just pick one and go.
The stove is redundant even a beginner could make a small fire. But if you choose to take it it could have fit inside the cooking set along with spork the filter and a few other things that weigh next to nothing that are quality of life improvements. Especially a cook set that size.
Ditch the bulky tent and bring a gortex tarp for rain and wind. Otherwise sleep under the stars.
That's fun to do. However, since most of my camping takes place where rattlesnakes, copperheads and cottonmouths live, I'll stick with my tent. I go with the tarp when I get above the timber line. The one thing that isn't fun to do is wake up with something crawling (slithering) on you.
Show how to pack for a thru hike.
I thought you were going to say water not whiskey xD Savage.
#1 a backpack. 😉
Come on, people! Of course there are a million-and-one items he could have suggested, but did not. So far as the whiskey comment went? YES. I'm now taking a flask with me, and it's a damn great idea. It's a luxury item, certainly. After a long, arduous hike to a desired/anticipated location, during nasty weather (or not), with possible unforeseen difficulties and obstacles (or not)? Nothing wrong celebrating with a wee bit of 'spirits', after camp is set up, and the fire is alive and well. It's also a nice warm gift to share with others you may encounter while weekend hiking. I think it's spectacular!! What if this guy had said "Fire starter, toilet paper, first aid kit, flashlight, paracord, saw and food." WELL, WTF?? How about a tent, knife, sleeping bag, tarp, fishing line/tackle, compass, and so on and on and on? So he did not include a first aid kit, and a cell phone, and a bunch of dehydrated crap in plastic waste to toted out into the bush. These are seven things TO START WITH. Initial basic suggestions, and that's all. If you really need to be told what you need to take you probably shouldn't head out.
please review your sleeping bag
It would be helpful if you linked things