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Weekend Backpackers Gear Guide
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items Are you ready to escape everyday life and embark on a weekend backpacking adventure? Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a weekend warrior, having the right gear can make or break your outdoor experience. Here are my suggestion Backpacking Gear Sugges...tjtadventuresblog.blogspot.com/2023/11/essential-weekend-backpacking-gear.html#more
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"Getting there" Gear!
Sleeping
Backcountry Cooking
The little things...
Clothing suggestins
"Getting there" Gear!
Backpacks, boots/socks, hydration, snacks and all things for your hike
Hands down BEST hiking boots! I've had mine for 5 years now and I will buy them again!! i used to rolled my ankles like crazy and had constant blisters on my heels-- but once I switched to these boots all problems gone!
La Sportiva Hiking Boots | REI Co-op
BEST BEST BEST hiking socks-- and only ones I don't get blisters on my heels with and with awesome hiking boots and you cant loose! (you'll also find me wearing them all winter long)
Women's Hiking Socks: Guaranteed for Life
Perfect backpack for a weekend adventure 38 - jade is just the right size for everything you need. OR feel like you need more space size up to a 53!
Gregory Jade 38 Pack - Women's
Men's backpack-- Tip: make him carry a bigger pack with more gear….if he hikes faster than you ;)
Gregory Backpacking Packs | REI Co-op
Stay hydrated without having to constantly stop and grab your water bottle! I drink 2x as much water with one of these than I do with my side-stashed bottle.
Gregory 3D Hydro Reservoir - 3 Liters
$$$ Cork handle trekking poles for those steep climbs or decents. If you don't use trekking poles I highly recommend you try them… (they take some time to get used too but then they are great! )
Leki Cressida FX Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair - Women's | REI Co-op
LESS $ Cork handle trekking poles for those steep climbs or decents. If you don't use trekking poles I highly recommend you try them… (they take some time to get used too but then they are great! )
Leki Cressida Cor-Tec Trekking Poles - Pair - REI
We use this endlessly! I highly recommend getting the service so that you can download the maps before going off into the woods… and potentially losing service.
Outdoors Mobile Apps
Sleeping
Gear that you wont hate sleeping on… so you can actually enjoy your sleep instead of tossing and turning all night.
Nemo lightweight 2P-Honet Tent. great for single or couple-- this tent pack down so small and weighs so little my mind was blown!
NEMO Hornet 2P Tent
Tensor Insulated Sleeping pad. no crinkly noises at night, easy to inflate-- &! I can actually sleep well on it
NEMO Sleeping Pads | Nemo Camping Gear
NEMO inflated pillow …that you actually can sleep comfortably on! blows up easy and stays inflated- check! BYE bye stuff-sak pillow!!
NEMO Fillo Pillow
Depending on your season your mostly camp- but overall I would select a well rounded 20 degree bag. leave it open in summer, zip up tight on chilly nights, or add a sleeping bag sheet for extra warmth on cold nights.
Nemo Sleeping Bags
Camp Chairs! Nothing is worst than hiking all day with a pack and then having to relax on the hard ground! ……If you have the extra space and dont mind to carry the extra 1lb 14 oz. then def bring this chair with!
NEMO Moonlite Reclining Chair
First time heading out in a backpacking trip and need gear...This REI set is a great place to start!
REI Co-op Trailmade Backpacking Bundle | REI Co-op
Backcountry Cooking
I'm a fan of K.I.S.S (keeping it simple sweetie) when it comes to cooking outdoors. I don't need a fancy meal, just fuel me up! Here are some essentials I love.
I can't saw enough about this cooking system-- boils water in second- literally- super easy to use, and it components pack down into themself for easy travel! Don't forget your fuel!
Jetboil | Stoves and Accessories
These meals acrtually taste good (for trail food) but OMG --try the banana & peanut butter Oatmeal!! I could eat it daily!
Backpacker's Pantry Backpacking and Camping Food
strap this cup to the outside of your pack for conveince and then use For Coffee, Hot Cocoa or Whiskey!
Rambler® 10 oz Stackable Mug
Extra water for cooking or Cold night?-- add hot water and put into your sleeping bag.
32oz Water Bottles | Made in the USA & BPA Free
Tried of trying to do french press or drip coffee when you are backpacking… enter …alpine start. Its actually really good coffee and you can get it with creamer already mixed in (which I love b/c I struggle to drink my coffee black)
Alpine Start | Instant Coffee That Actually Tastes Good
Bear Vault! A lot of national forests and parks require Bear vaults now. We love this one and the size is perfect for the weekend for 2 for food, toiletries, etc (anything that smells tasty).
BearVault BV475 Trek Bear Canister | REI Co-op
This set is great for the trail.
UCO ECO 5-Piece Mess Kit | REI Co-op
The little things...
Everything you should probably be adding to your gear list that you might be forgetting… (ie moleskin!)
Rechargeable Headlamp- hiking back from sunset, out to sunrise,or just getting around camp in the dark? Put this on your head head for hands free light. (Use red light instead to keep your eyes better adjusted to the dark)
Petzl Head Torch | Petzl Headlamps
This knife/tool kit is an absolute! A multipurpose tool goes with me no if and or buts. You never know when you might need it!
Leatherman | Multi-Tools, Knives, & Pocket Tools
Don't forget a first aid kit…. you never think you need it until you do!
First-Aid Kits | REI Co-op
If you don't have moleskin added to your first aid kit... do it now. Trust me (blister queen here 🙋♀️) This is the best way to stop blisters in their tracks, or if it's to late... help to shield from the pain.
Adventure Medical Kits Moleskin Blister Dressing
Phones having no service can be so peaceful…but if you have an emergency or need to stay in touch with life back home… stay in touch this little guy can help you do that via satellite.
Garmin inReach® Mini 2 | Satellite Communicator
Clothing suggestins
These are true high-performance work pants. You'll want to Work in them, hike in them, Live in them! Light weight option.
T1 WerkPant
Mid-Weight for chillier days! These are true high-performance work pants. You'll want to Work in them, hike in them, Live in them!
T2 WerkPant
Always be ready for a sudden change in weather! (yes even in the hot A$$ summer) this shell can keep you warm, dry, and shield from the wind.
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Men's | REI Co-op
Great jacket for drizzling to pouring rain, breaking th wind, and extra layer of warmth. It goes in my day pack on every trip I take. Even in the summer... because you never know when the weather might turn unexpectedly (especially if you are out fo...
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Women's | REI Co-op
Don't suffer and be cold… boys its ok to admit that you do actually get cold and that you need long underwear sometimes.
Merino Wool Men's Base Layers: Shirts, Pants & More
I hate being cold… so if there is a chance its going to be cold or wet… I'm taking long underwear for a base layer and to sleep in!
Merino Wool Women's Base Layers: Tops, Bottoms, More
Grab a pair of lightweight OG Crocs to slip on at camp to let your feet breathe. (If it's chilly make sure you keep your feet warm with some wool socks.) They easily strap on to the outside of your pack too!
Crocs
Lightweight hiking pants that are comfortable all day no matter what the weather
Women's Activewear Pants - Hiking & Trail
These pants are great! super stretchy & unisex – recommend the slim for females though.
Trailhead Pants - Coalatree