10 Ultralight Essentials Vetted for you.
Posted July, 1 2023
Here’s our Vetted list of our top 10 must haves when hitting the open trails without weighting you down!
1. Ultralight Tent
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 is great solo backpacking tent that is easy to setup, lightweight and if properly cared for, very durable. This tent weighs in at 2lb 3oz. trail weight with a packed size of 5.5”x18”. This tent is a two-person tent (albeit a bit tight) but excels as a single-person tent with more than enough room for you and your safety to gear to sleep the night away.
Full review available HERE
2. Ultralight Backpack
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3. Sleeping Quilt
When I first heard about backpacking quilts I was dubious to say the least. I quickly came around when I learned that half of my mummy bag was doing absolutely nothing! When the insulation is under compression it DOES NOT INSULATE! I was carrying all the extra weight and using up valuable space in my backpack for NOTHING! Ok, I was ready to make the switch!
Read our full review of our personal favorite one, the Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt HERE
4. Ultralight Sleeping Pad
Whether going on a simple overnight campout or long section or thru hike, staying comfort while you sleep is critical to your enjoyment of your overall adventure. A sleeping pad is essential to a proper night’s rest out on the trail any season of the year but especially in winter where the right sleeping pad will help insulate and keep you comfortably warm from the ground while you sleep.
Read our full review of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Sleeping pad HERE
5. Premium Pillow
Bringing the comforts of home to the great outdoors. Having the right sleeping system, which includes a comfortable pillow like the Sea to Summit Premium Camping Pillow, will help make your outdoor adventures even more relaxing and fulfilling.
6. Kitchen System
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7. Water Filtration
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8. Clothing Layers
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9. Food
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10. Bear Bag & First Aid
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