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Gear Reviews

I provide personal, in-depth reviews of gear that I’ve used for a long time.

General

Ultimate Thru Hiking Gear List

Water Purification

How to Cut Your Pack Weight

Electronics

Best Cameras for Hiking and Backpacking

Choosing Your Best Headlamp

SPOT GPS Satellite Beacon

Nikon D5600 Camera

Power Banks

LifeProof FRE Waterproof iPhone Case

Sleep System

Marmot Hydrogen 30F Sleeping Bag

Sea to Summit Aeros Pillow

Foam Sleeping Pads

Backpacks

Hyperlite Southwest 3400 Backpacking Pack

ULA Catalyst Backpacking Pack

Hyperlite Daybreak Day Pack

Miscellaneous

Hyperlite Minimalist Wallet

Swiss Army Knife – Evolution 14

Ursack Minor Critter Bag (Food Storage Ideas)

MSR Pocket Rocket 2 – Best Canister Stoves

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My Best Gear for 2023

Backpack

Day Pack

1-Person Tent

2-Person Tent

Sleeping Bag
(3 season)

Sleeping Bag
(summer)

Sleeping Pad
(inflatable)

Sleeping Pad
(foam)

Camp Pillow

Thru-Hiking Shoes

Sturdy Shoes
(Rugged/Off Trail)

Trail Running
(minimalist shoes)

Road Running
(minimalist shoes)

Socks

Water Filter

Water Treatment

Backpacking Stove

Headlamp

Power Bank

911 calls via GPS

Thru-Hiking App

Packraft

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(my ultimate gear list)

 

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