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How to choose ultralight hiking gear
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items Going ultralight is considered to bring more feeling of freedom into hiking since you are not carrying any heavy loads or huge backpacks.
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Jacket
Backpack or Carrier
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Pad
cooking gear
Jacket
Choose a jacket that is ultra-light and easily packable, with thermal efficiency that can handle low temperatures and provide warmth.
I was pleasantly surprised by the weather resistance of this jacket. It’s by no means a raincoat (I’ve walked over a mile in light rain/drizzle and stayed dry) but it is water resistant, very wind resistant and it’s very warm and all wrapped into a l...
Weatherproof Mens Puffer Jackets
This fabric able to withstand wind, use dacron fiber good quality.
CREDIFOX Jaket Gunung Gorpcore puffer seri EXPLORER
Really thin and light it packs into a tiny little bag which makes it great for traveling. Despite its light weight it is pretty warm and more than adequate for all but very cold weather.
SLOW DOWN Men Lightweight Down Puffer Jakcet
Backpack or Carrier
Ensure the backpack is made from lightweight, water-resistant material and has a comfortable hip belt. Look for additional features like hydration compartments and easy access to essential gear.
Lightweight, durable, plenty of pockets, held up in rain. Straps were good quality. It worked out well for long distance hike. Dried super quick. He carried tent and stove plus all his personal gear with plenty of room to spare.
Naturehike Hiking Camping Backpack 45L/65L
All the pockets can be accessed without taking off the pack which means less opportunity for those mice and squirrels to laser in like they do. Holds a 3.0L bladder easily. Has every attachment point you can ask for as well as an easily removed hip b...
Mountainsmith Zerk Ultralight Hiking Backpack, 40L
This backpack is designed for hiking or trekking where minimizing weight and volume is crucial, making it perfect for adventurers who push their limits and are obsessed with every gram of their packing.
Cozmeed Ultralight Morgan 42L Black
Sleeping Bag
Select a sleeping bag that weighs under 1 kg but still offers warmth. Check the temperature rating to ensure it matches the climate conditions of your hike. Opt for lightweight materials that still provide good insulation.
Made from cotton lined with soft 210T Polyester Pongee fabric, this sleeping bag keeps your body warm down to a comfort level of 5°C. It features double-sided zippers that can be opened from both the inside and outside, and can be fully unzipped to c...
Naturehike M180Sleeping Bag
The comfort level of this sleeping bag is impressive. The material is soft and cozy, allowing me to get a good night's sleep after a long day of outdoor activities. I was also pleasantly surprised by how waterproof it is.
ECOOPRO Warm Weather Sleeping Bag
Very comfortable at nights getting down to 50° and extremely lightweight and packable. My other bags would’ve been too hot and bulky for the trip. And love it’s not a mummy bag. Very comfortable and highly recommend.
ZOOOBELIVES Ultralight 32-50F Down Bag
Sleeping Pad
Find a sleeping pad that is lightweight and easily compressible. Choose one that offers insulation from cold ground and enough comfort for sleep. Durable and quick-inflating materials are preferred.
This product not only is a great chair pad but also gives great support on the concrete as well, very comfortable!…plus accordion-like-fold-up is convenient for transport!
WOLF WALKER Foldable Double Foam Mattress
high quality material, seal coating and waterproof
Naturehike Sleeping Pad
I was pleasantly surprised by the comfort. The proof is in the fact that I woke, well rested. They work really well and distributing your weight and keeping you off the ground if you lay flat on your back.
Tame Lands Sleeping Pad
The foil lining is adhered to the rest of the mat very well with no lifting along the edges. The attached elastic loops for keeping it rolled up are awesome and attached well. Unrolled it is very long.
ASR Outdoor Thermal Mat Heat Reflective
cooking gear
Pick compact and lightweight stoves and cooking equipment. Prioritize gear made from titanium or aluminum to reduce weight. Ensure the stove is easy to ignite and compatible with fuel available at your hiking location.
Folds compact. Provides ample heat to boil water. Simmering is difficult and requires constant management of the burner intensity in my opinion, but if you’re only using this to boil water that’s not a deal breaker.
ONLYFIRE Foldable Camping
Nice little burner. Worked flawlessly. Smal and compact, easy to carry and no trouble cooking with it. Perfect fit for me.
AOTU Portable Camping Stoves
Made of stainless steel and rust-resistant.
Folding stove naturehike
The additional accessories like stainless steel cups, plates, and foldable cutlery are sturdy and useful, especially with their protective silicone covers. However, the 1.9L pot is a bit small when cooking for two people, making it ideal for solo tri...
Odoland 15pcs Camping Cookware Mess Kit