Beginner Backpacking Part 13 - Packing for a trip
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- Packing isn't a hard concept. Keep the heavier gear centered and toward your back, and pack lighter gear around it. Here's how I pack for a trip.
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this is the most informative guy I have seen on youtube about backpacking
I 100% agree! These videos are getting me wayyyyy more comfortable!
I agree 10000000%
This series was exactly what I was looking for. Will DEFINITELY recommend this video series to my friends who are new to backpacking as well!!!!
Thanks for not having a long intro to the your videos, just jump right in.
I really dislike channels that have ridiculously long intro's as well. A simple introduction and the goal of the video is plenty enough. On my backpacking trip videos I give an intro and have some scenes with music kind of highlighting the trip, but big long dramatic intros with the channel logo coming in from a fiery pit is a bit overkill lol.
Me too! I am astounded by the length of many intros. I usually bounce before they get into the actual subject mater.
I'll be going out this weekend with a first time backpacker. I sent him the link for this video to watch.
I’ll never go to anyone again for information for backpacking. You’ve answered all my questions on my binging of your channel. It blew my mind how much I learned from you. Thank you very much
Really enjoyed the series, awesome vids, very down-to-earth and informative. This might be something that you just never thought of, like me...but fuel in a water bottle is a bad idea. Especially if it's stored beside a water bottle. If anyone had told me it was easy to drink coleman naptha fuel by accident, I'd have called them a liar, until I watched it happen. I used a coleman 2 burner naptha stove car-camping. I kept spare fuel in a Dasani water bottle in the stove, and took it out and tossed it beside my tent while I made my coffee at lunch. Our friends arrived, and while unloading their stuff (they had 3 kids and mini-van load of stuff..) put a case of water bottles beside my tent. His wife was cooking supper later and he poured the bottle of coleman fuel into a glass, added ice from the cooler, and she took it and chugged 3 mouthfuls before taking a breath through her nose, and that's when the taste and smell hit her and she spit out the 4th mouthful and started yelling, "It's gas! It's gas!" If you don't let any air in through your nose between swallows, you won't taste it (apparently). I know people will have their say and their opinions, but it does happen, and it did happen. They had 3 kids they were wrangling, it was hot, she was thirsty...lots of stuff going on....between the two of them, neither of them stopped to check that the water bottle that was 3" from the case of water bottles, actually contained..water. Their fault? Not in the least. 100% on me.
Not trying to be 'that guy' at all, and it may just be so simple that it never crossed your mind. It was a bunch of years ago, but I still remember the feeling when I put two and two together and realized that my carelessness could have seriously hurt someone.
TLDR - clear fuel in a water bottle can easily be mistaken for water.
Again, vids are awesome, thank you so much for making them for backpacking noobs like me!!
I just take a sharpie to it and mark it fuel and draw some x's on it. That's a crazy story though!
Thanks for this series, finally have a date booked for my first overnight. 3 day hike through the blue mountains, Australia. Going solo and so excited!
Me: "I'm finally done packing!"
Wife walks in in the house: "omg did we get robbed?!"
For real, lol. I don't know how many times I've packed and unpacked to thin things out, and repacked and unpacked and thinned out more.
Me before packing: "This Little Buddy Heater could come in handy."
Me after packing: "F*ck that heater, this shit's too heavy."
Omg!!! I just repacked 3x’s & it’s STILL too heavy!!!!!! Lort help me!!!
Dude, as always, you brought even more clarity to something that seems really simple and obvious. Thanks for your insight. Especially the part about certain items have a more favorable spot to be placed - jeez, I seriously never thought of that.
Thanks for the informative videos. I am planning a thru-hike of the A.T. next year and ha e zero backpacking experience.
Great video! The trash compactor bag also doubles as a crazy carpet you can use to glissade down snowfields without getting too wet.
This is a great series. Very thorough. Well done!!
Planning my first backpacking trip and your videos have been VERY helpful! Thank you!
You are welcome, have fun!
love that programmable guitar pedal in the bkgrnd there. those are great.
Thanks for the very detailed "how to" on this PCT food back hang.
Great Video!!! great series! Thanks for your input!!
Your videos have great information! The best I've seen on the subject. My thoughts on gear and what to buy have changed as a result of viewing your videos. Thanks for my not having to learn the hard way!!
My pleasure! :)
Always enjoy watching your videos
Super informative! Thanks Jason!
This series was great! Thank you
Really enjoy this series - very helpful.. Headed to the John P Saylor trail this coming weekend with a couple friends who have never hammock camped before.. We were watching your video of that trail the other night, and we're all looking forward to it.
It was cold but a very enjoyable trail. Have fun!
+Outdoor Adventures Thanks!
Very Good! We pack almost the exact same. I still don't line my pack with a trash bag.
Good video Jason; I have been messing with my packing for days now; accommodating all and weighting, trying to go as light as I can without sacrificing some comfort items I would like to bring with me and no matter what I do man I am not happy yet with the weight versus the equipment I have purchased! - My essentials are Zpacks Arc Haul (loaded with features) 62L pack, Thermarest NeoAir XTherm Max Pad, EE Revelation 20 Down Quilt, Zpacks Duplex Camo tent w/ poles. -- the weight on those items is under 6 pounds, but then with the comfort items and electronics it all climbs to about 20+ pounds before food and water, you would say that is not bad but I live in Las Vegas and my hiking places around here are required to bring water, lots of it about a gallon+ a day which weights 11 pounds! -- with the food and snack for a day or two it is climbing to about 13 pounds in consumables! yes I understand weight will go down as I consume water which I carry in a 2 liters platypus bag and a 2 liter Evernew bag + one 700ml Smart water bottle on the side of the pack; I have several hydration bladders but I have yet to find out if carrying the hydration bladder I would be adding more weight than with the 2 bags and bottle -- in any case; what a nightmare to try going as light as I can to find out I am still at 30+ pounds! only because the desert granted (hate that!) but after expending lots on quality gear still can get the pack to around 15 pounds! and my pack looks like it is going to explode too!! I see you are packing about the same in a Exxos 48 which I also own and got room to spare! -- One on my comfort items is a Thermarest Medium Pillow, even when I have several smaller pillows this one lets me sleep well at night as I use it every night at home, so it have to come for test; I have tested smaller sea to summit one and was un comfortable all night; too small! weights nothing compared with the Thermarest at 13 and 1/8 oz but the Thermarest I can sleep! other comfort items are electronics which are around 4-5pounds including camera, spare batteries; got the Inreach Explorer (about to test it) - I also have ham radio as I have license but I don't know if I would bring it as the weights keeps climbing if I keep adding stuff, so I am measuring weight every single item them combined and for the life of me I can not get to the super light weight without leaving a whole bunch of little extras I would like to have available, mostly in the miscellaneous section of the pack, which weights under 2 pounds - I think the real killer here is the water but we can't sacrifice weight leaving water behind; one of my hikes plans are to the Bonanza Peak in Mount Charleston Wilderness which it is a up the mountain hike of 8 miles out and back at high altitude above 6000 and elevation gain of 2850+! now that hike will need water and there is none around unless I keep another few miles down to a spring which might or might not have water at this time. I think the pack at 30+ pounds may be a problem even when it does not feel that bad fully loaded, just a little strange in my knees as it is loaded high with all the gears; the water bags goes inside right in the middle of my back - I wish there was a predetermined water amount recommended for hiking in the desert but everywhere I look everyone says bring a lot of water; don't be short as moderate hikes will have you drinking more water than you thought you would! and I think at almost 6 liters including what is needed to cook dinner, breakfast and extra, about 6 cups of water, I think I am gambling a little here; can't wait to experiment it! The other planning hike is to Havasu Falls which entitles a hike of 10 miles without water through the desert to get to a little town where you can resupply from a well, now I don't know if 1 liter is enough to walk 10 miles in hot temps - In the future I would hope I could move out of this region to a more water friendly landscapes! then I could keep my pack under 25 pounds ideally for an overnight or learn how to get it real low pounds if that ever is going to happens.
best videos, thanks a bunch!
Hey, great series of vids, clear concise advice for beginners. Thanks again. Subb'd.
Just stumbled across your channel and already subscribed! I will definitely be checking out that website as I'm a huge fan of lists! I get made fun of for it sometimes cuz I'm a bit obsessive about it but I'm also not the one who forgot a jacket and sleeping pad on the same trip! ;) Also, I like to keep my alcohol in a mouthwash container. Locks closed and has a measuring cup built in the lid. Thanks for a great video!
+Kaitlyn Chermak lighter pack is one of those lists that no one can make fun of you about. It's a great resource for beginners and advanced hikers alike. Have fun
Great video! I picked up a pair of the wildcat trail running shoes this weekend at the rei sale. I did a short run in them today. Hands they are the most comfortable pair of running shoes I've ever bought! I'm thinking about getting another pair while they're still on sale. Thanks for the recommendation in one if your videos.
I freakin love them. So happy others are finding them now as well.
I tryed them on in the store and the guy said to walk around for a while. I told him I didn't need to because the felt that good as soon as I put them on! $87 !
Just got back from a trip where I used the Double Black Diamond blanket for the first time.Wow what a great piece of gear. Great price, weight and space saver, and it worked like a charm! Thank you for yet again another great piece of information.
+dml505 you are very welcome. What temperature did you have it down to?
60 is as low as it got but it worked perfect and could have worked for at least 10 more deg lower for sure. it freed up so much space and saved weight too just a great item. I noticed ll bean has one too but not as big.
Sew (or have someone sew it for you) a footbox into it and you have a $20 ultralight quilt!
UrbanSuburban excellent idea I think I will,thx for the suggestion
dml505 No problem at all. I did one for me and each of my kids. They are great.
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thanks!
Thank you thank you thank you!!
my Exos 48 arrives in the morning, cannot wait to try it out. May I suggest Almond m&m's. Yum. I'm assuming after this video you are now all packed for your STS trip.
Not yet. We are leaving the 8th though, so excited!
good video, don't you take any spare clothing, like long pants if it gets cold, or clean sock etc. and you mentioned lots of cam equipment, where do u carry it
I address most of your questions in these 2 videos. Electronics : czcams.com/video/DoFRhNnO_UI/video.html Latest Gear Loadout for 3 season: czcams.com/video/RRYQZhlOGpw/video.html
If it gets cold I will adjust my clothes as necessary. Usually doing 3 season weather (anything over 38F) I'll just bring a pair of shorts, a short sleeve shirt, 2 socks, and a down jacket for my core. Lower than that I will switch to my winter setup, with base, mid, shell layers, but that's a whole different animal.
Where is your pack liner on how to pack your backpack
No one ever seems to talk about bringing bug spray???
Thanks for tips! What gaiters do you use?
Dirty girl gaiters
im going on my 2nd backpacking trip ever this weekend and its supposed to be 40-50F and rainy and its supposed to rain half the day on the 2nd day so im wondering do i let my jacket and cover dry before putting it back in the backpack?
+ChestNutGaming try and dry it out the best you can. Do you have a mesh pocket it can stay in
my rain cover fits in the mesh pocket but my rain jacket is to big and heavy to fit in it with the rain cover
Great video! What pillow are you using in the video?
That's a sea 2 summit aeros UL. Still love it
@@FrozensAdventures Thanks :)
I love the videos and think you've done a great job, overall. My only suggestions (complaints?) is that you didn't cover protection/emergency situations.
1) Firearms. I would never, ever recommend going into the wild without a sidearm. Especially if you're going to be in areas with bears, cougars, etc. At the very, very least, you should carry pepperspray if you can't afford/don't know how to use a firearm.
2) A small flaregun. If you do get lost and search and rescue are out looking for you, a flaregun is a life-saver. If you can't find a small one that works with your pack (you can get one from Wal-Mart for about $70), you can purchase a noise-blast can or a pack of roadside flares and carry one or two with you. Not as good as airborne signalling, but better than nothing.
3) A mirror for reflecting the sun into the eyes of pilots/search and rescue personnel.
4) A walkie-talkie if you go with another hiker in case you get separated.
5) Emergency solar blanket (unless that's in your first aid kit?).
6) Perhaps most importantly, a detailed list of where you are going, which trails you'll be hiking, and the general square mile area you will be in should be written down, in as much detail as would help a search and rescue team find you, and it should be left with a family member or the local search/rescue unit, or even a local ranger's station. Or all of the above.
7) Segueing off of #6, a simple tracking system should be used in case you do get lost. Bring about 100 ft of thin, bright orange string. If you get lost, simply cut and tie 2 or 3 inch pieces of this to trees you pass every 50 ft or so. Using 2 inch pieces, every 50 ft, would give you about 5 miles worth of back-tracking guidance and it gives search and rescue a way to track you. Best thing to do when lost is (a) make a fire, (b) stay put as long as possible, (c) be as visible to the sky as possible.
I really, REALLY wish you'd make a video on these safety/emergency rules, and throw in anything else you've learned through your experiences.
It's coming up in a later video. I'm going to finish this series this year.
I had no idea the series wasn't finished. In that case...AWESOME! Can't wait.
Mind me asking what areas you hike in most often? I'm in southern Cali and I'm just getting into backpacking as a hobby. All of my experience with outdoors/hiking is from the Marine Corps. I'm going to start out in the Big Bear area of the San Bernardino mountains.
I'm all over the place to be honest. Try not to limit myself by location, this year I'll be in New Hampshire, North Carolina, Virginia and Minnesota.
Nice, I have never camped on the east coast. All of my camping/hiking/military time has been in Montana and California.
Might I suggest making videos out of your hikes? If you haven't done that/planned on it already.
Oh I've definitely done that . It's probably the primary focus of the channel
Instead of using a website to calculate your gear weight, you could make a spreadsheet.
You could but why reinvent when the website is free
whats that thing dangling from you bag? It looks like a stop watch but i feel like its a gps or something.
+littlenel17 it's just a thermometer. It gives me the lows for the night for my trip videos.
Outdoor Adventures oh ok, love you videos. Always wanted to do a weekend hiking trip. After watching this I’m already researching gear and locations. Hope to go out there sometime this spring
+littlenel17 you will have a great time. Early June is pretty.much the easiest month to go on a trip in my opinion.
In your opinion should you pack 1 hour before you leave or 1 day before?
+ChestNutGaming I'd say a few hours before. Will give you a chance in case you forgot something important.i usually pack the night before.
Ok thanks you. would a goose down sleeping bag get hurt if it was compressed over night?
+ChestNutGaming not at all. Don't keep it co pressed for a week though. Give it time to loft up before bed
Lighterpack.com tried your link realized it needs updated
Thanks. I forgot the T
I checked out "lighterpack.com" - I don't see how this is any different than a simple spreadsheet that does not require registration to save data and is on pretty much everyone's machine. What am I missing?
You can use whatever you want. I like that i can get it anywhere (including my phone) and convert weights on the fly. If you want to set up a spreadsheet by all means have at it.
Any guitar videos boss?
Heh I'm not that good at guitar, especially these days. Don't really play anymore unless I'm in one of my rare moods.