My Cheat Code For Backpacking: ALL My 2024 Camping & Hiking Gear
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2 ай бұрынIt’s 2024 - Comfort and safety at 7.5lbs /3.4kg is not impossible. This backpacking camping gear is great for ALL hiking trips, with a roomy tent, wide air pad, a framed backpack, gas stove, full rain gear, extra clothes and an air pump.
See my Lighterpack for all the gear details -
lighterpack.com/r/bnuqop
Gear in Video
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 (sil floor) - geni.us/JTaC
KS Ultralight KS40 - geni.us/wRDl
Katabatic Palisade 30F/-1C Quilt - geni.us/AF8P6T
Thermarest Xlite - geni.us/Bo1Be
Gossamer Gear 1/8in pad - geni.us/lTv3j
Pillow Nemo Fillo Elite Luxury - geni.us/JP6dzB
Katadyn BeFree - geni.us/rspLYVX
Toaks 650ml Thin Wall - geni.us/wOM9WGP
BRS 3000 Stove - geni.us/GnWrZ
Spoon made from Pearwood - geni.us/kzmGwCM
5,000 mAh Battery - geni.us/oHaOfjH
Nitecore Nu25 Headlamp (2023 Version) - geni.us/RpPLC
Tenacious Tape Flex Tape - geni.us/HZ4WV
Bamboo Kids Toothbrush - geni.us/iz8HW6
Renegade Outdoors Knife - geni.us/pb0BTw
Leukotape - geni.us/DFE8v
Gauze Packs to make Superbandaids! - geni.us/co82g
Unscented Soap - geni.us/zkMnDI
Food Storage Wallaby Mylar Bags - geni.us/bGOdp2
Silva Compass Thermometer - geni.us/ddgEeHz
Matches - geni.us/E6kAj
Leve Outdoor Alpha Hoody - geni.us/DIOLw
Leve Outdoor Silpoly Rain Jacket - geni.us/8XFdN0Z
Senchi Alpha 60 Bottoms - geni.us/MVbvHI
Sleep Socks/Gloves from Farpointe - geni.us/I6NBHGP
Montbell Versalite Rain pants - geni.us/P5iBc
Injinji Liner Socks - geni.us/m4j6
Ruta Locura Sorex Stakes - geni.us/ZgKUgR
Easton Nano - geni.us/myl3Pa
Mosquito S2S Nano - geni.us/7gtlM
Dry Bag for Pillow (Exped is Discontinued so get these nearly identical ones) - geni.us/UDPg
Sewing Kit Thread - geni.us/RMBj
Cuben Tape and Patches - geni.us/tb90kLT
usb-C to usb micro adapter - geni.us/AVEl4tB
Zpacks Ditty Stuff Sack - geni.us/5NCoyU
Budget Picks Here
Tent - Durston Xmid Sil. You can absolutely get a 3FUL Lanshan for under $200 but I really believe if you can get to it, The Durston X-Mid is a fantastic value at $240. For all the same Reasons that I bought the X-Mid Pro. My main concern with the 3F UL Lanshan is the small amount pf space you give up. Livability is important - geni.us/88OAW
Backpack - Granite Gear Crown 2 (On Sale) - The previous version of this backpack is what I started with when my base weight was 17lbs and I loved everything about it. Unfortunately I had to sell it to afford the next gear. The pack has simple features, you can remove the lid to make it lighter and uses durable materials. 60L IS a lot of room, but that’s all the better, because you don’t have to compress your clothing too much. - geni.us/XCL4
Sleeping Pad - Klymit Insulated Static V Lite ($85) - Year over year I keep looking, but nothing beats the 23in width, price, 30d durability, and reasonable 1.9 R value (2.7 R Value if you add a thinlite pad) geni.us/F13Xz
Hammock Gear Burrow Quilt - Hammock Gear no longer calls this an “economy quilt” but it’s still an amazing value. The biggest plus is you’re getting a quilted fitted to your specifications. For the exact reason I love KS Packs, I like Hammock Gear, because you get to choose what you want on the quilt. geni.us/wJ1QM
Gear I Sometimes Bring
Garmin inReach Mini Satellite Communicator - geni.us/uI4i
SUNSCREEN STICK - geni.us/CuMFv9H
Lip Balm - geni.us/QctEh
Bug Spray - Discontinued (Why Sawyer?!)
Nitecore 10,000mAh - geni.us/J6d5
Goosefeet Gear "Matt Shafter" balaclava - geni.us/b5EXP
Warm Gloves - Enlightened Equipment Stronghold Mittens - geni.us/AdT1d
Montbell Goretex Shakedry Jacket - DISCONTINUED Booooooo
MEC Tech Pant - geni.us/FMe8S
Bear Can - Bearikade Scout - geni.us/YvzcYwm
Snow Chain Traction Devices - geni.us/TJzBKV9
Ice Tool - Suluk46 - geni.us/Y7AIaW
Injinji Liner Socks - geni.us/bVDA
Sun Sleeves - geni.us/H0wbb9A
Casio W-800H - geni.us/7ibkX
What I Wear
Topo Pursuit - geni.us/WjzQ53
Marmot Juniper Short - geni.us/mreMfw
Summer Mesh (SIZE WAY UP) - geni.us/wr0sfRv
Winter Mesh (Size up here too) - geni.us/75HAQ9m
Sun Hoody - geni.us/z9J7p
Sunglasses - geni.us/55kRLr
Hat - geni.us/AeTW2c
Watch - geni.us/yla3gHm
Trekking Poles (UL) - geni.us/8kLlS
Photo Attribution - Laurent Barikosky at 19:20 by James Gibson with story at papersky.jp/en/outdoors-and-d... and papersky.jp/outdoors-and-desi...
James Gibson substack link: arukari.substack.com/
#camping #backpacking #hiking
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
What did you like? What would you change? Check out my Lighterpack link in the description for the weights and details. Thanks
@1975mtl 2 ай бұрын
Looks like the topos pursuit have been discontinued as well. Have been looking for Altra alternate recently but none of their shoes quite fit what I wanted. 0 drop, 25-29 mm stack. Thanks for posting as was able to find a pair of pursuits in my size in stock.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
@@1975mtl I got a hold of Topo this morning and they said they're refreshing the Pursuit this Spring.
@1975mtl 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafter that’s great news thanks for the update! I’m looking forward to trying the pair I have coming. It’s sad that Altra has started having durability issues.
@Casual_BackPacking 2 ай бұрын
Explain trekking pole tents on the john Muir trail
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
@@Casual_BackPacking Lots of Cowboy camping followed by lots of rocks on stakes turned sideways.
@MrKuken911 Ай бұрын
That comment about slapping people listening to music on their bt speaker on the trail really made my day, subscribed ! 😂
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Slap you very much!
@j.stephens257 Ай бұрын
This!!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
@@j.stephens257 LOL
@condoti 23 күн бұрын
Funny, that was the moment I also subscribed. Not that i condone face slapping or anything.
@donnaventures 17 күн бұрын
Haha double that
@ifitrollsrideit530 29 күн бұрын
I subscribed just for the Bluetooth speaker comment. You are a king among men!
@MattShafter 29 күн бұрын
We're out here slappin!
@huntergear9008 15 күн бұрын
i also did this great video mate
@Jt-nu3em Ай бұрын
That pillow hack with the buff is genius.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
People love it
@thornygreenwood 24 күн бұрын
Can we take a moment to appreciate the presentation of this video? So much good here: professional looking camera quality, clean/pleasant narration, tasteful and on topic decor in the background, visually pleasing color grades, etc. Well thought out pack list as well.
@MattShafter 24 күн бұрын
We did a good thing!
@goodnatureart 23 күн бұрын
@@MattShafter Great walk through. I think those light hiking pants are gone and I'm looking for another source on the holy shirts. Some fine editing.
@TravelWalksVibes-jh5xh 20 сағат бұрын
Long time fan of yours. This is one of the most informed gear break down videos I’ve ever seen in the industry.
@MattShafter 2 сағат бұрын
Woooooo thanks. I think it’s fun to look at the whole pack and not just single pieces of gear!
@Riley.Seeholzer 8 күн бұрын
Hey Fry Pocket here. Thanks for making this video. I have over 5000 miles of hiking experience and I learned a few things! Thanks for sharing.
@MattShafter 8 күн бұрын
Hi Fry! Thanks !
@inconspicuousbagel3507 2 ай бұрын
Leaving a comment because I just realized you were the guy I talked to taking b-roll footage of the Hyperlite at REI. Recognized workplace as soon as I saw the pack food wall with the climbing wall behind it. Funny I just ran into this vid lol
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Hahaha hello!!!! It’s being pushed to lots of people! Good meeting you!
@AliceFordAdventures Ай бұрын
This is so detailed. I camp and backpack quite often, and just learned so many things from your detailed descriptions
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Glad you liked it. I decided to double the time I talked vs my last gear video. People seem to like the detail. Been a sub of yours for awhile now, good stuff!
@youflatscreentube 2 ай бұрын
I can easy relate to your approach to gear selection and purpose. I’ve gravitated to much of the same items section hiking the AT. Halfway now, headed back in June. This is one of the few videos I’ve taken several genuine tips from. Thanks
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Good stuff!!! Have fun in June! Where you starting at?
@HarmenHoek Ай бұрын
Very useful! Thanks for the inspiration and the clear explanations!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Anytime Harmen! If anyone doesn’t know who this is, go see his channel! No one does hiking vids better!
@carstenwintsch4054 Ай бұрын
Long time fan of yours. This is one of the most informed gear break down videos I’ve ever seen in the industry. Phenomenal job!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Woooooo Thanks
@zachstraxx9899 2 ай бұрын
Always appreciate your informative videos and learning about alternative gear no one else talks about! Keep up the good work!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
They don’t talk about the other gear, because you can’t make money off of it! Thanks Zach!
@SigfridSWE 2 ай бұрын
I understand where you coming from with the wind... but... used the Durston on the pct last year for 6 months. Worst year ever for weather on the pct and it performs along the best out there and Im comfortable when I say its the strongest trecking pole tent out there. Now im from sweden and I was braut up and own 3 hilleberg tents and they are made for the most extreme weather out there (black lable made for the artic). And off course the Durston isn't as stong as a black lable hillebergs... but there are almost no trip you are gonna do for leisure as a civilian or on a thruehike where you are gonna need the ability of a hilleberg and the Durston tents can handle all of that without a problem. It is a lot stronger then any other trekkingpole tent and its plenty enough for 99% of the trips people will do in the backcountry
@jonschwarze3875 16 күн бұрын
Turned it off when he said that
@jamicrawford6729 14 күн бұрын
@@jonschwarze3875 why, he can't have a differing opinion and still have good info for other stuff? That makes no sense
@jonschwarze3875 14 күн бұрын
saying “you are going to need” makes it seem less like an opinion and more fact or rule. I didn’t say the rest wasn’t good info. I’m less likely to watch the whole video when, in the first two minutes, there is something I disagree with. That portion seemed like added fluff and made me less interested in hearing the rest.
@jamicrawford6729 14 күн бұрын
@@jonschwarze3875 I guess it’s a difference in interpretation, since I still perceived it as an opinion rather than fact. There’s lots I don’t agree with in the world, but have my mind changed about things the longer I listened
@tt-of4xv 13 күн бұрын
I think you can still need something stronger (and quieter) that the xmid in wind but not black label level. Like a tunnel tent or a tipi one. But it's wrong to say that trekking pole tents are worst in wind than traditional tents, it's a lot more nuanced.
@Truth-Seeker75 2 ай бұрын
I always appreciate when one of your videos pops up in my feed. Always sensible gear and good recommendations. Keep up the good work.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@bigman606 2 ай бұрын
The pillow tip! Brilliant! Thank you for this information.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Giant pillow for almost no extra weight!
@davidcleveland4575 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Looking forward to it !!!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks David!
@jeffschroeder886 2 ай бұрын
Thx again, Matt. I’m always learning new things on your channel. I don’t know any other YT accounts that have the kind of eye for detail in gear choices like you do. Cheers.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
No problem! I do tend to think, and probably over think, gear.
@JustinMcKinneyhiker 2 ай бұрын
Another excellent , informative video !! Thanks Matt, I'm going to be rethinking some of my gear and perhaps change some things !!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Cool. Let me know what you change.
@erichobbs4042 2 ай бұрын
I remember watching your last full comfort lightweight video. I was rocking a 14 lbs baseweight at the time and thanks to your ideas I managed to get that down to 8.5 lbs. I'm glad to see that I am not the only person who uses those weight savings to bring along a can of chili. I did the Uinta Highline trail a couple of years ago, and having that hot meal at night that wasn't a nasty freeze dried one really helped my mental game. Looking forward to your next video.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
We're Chili Bros!!!
@mr.-fight8280 2 ай бұрын
Cool that this is popping up, looking forward Matt!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Lots of changes this year!
@xmetal280 2 ай бұрын
Super solid list! I was chuckling as you listed out the tent, backpack and quilt and they were nearly identical as what I currently run, also after years of careful refinement. My pack is the frameless version (would love to compare to the framed one someday) but does what I need and is far more comfortable than the 2400 (which I also have, for short trips with the kids where I need to carry more). We must think alike, I also have some of the Ruta Locura stakes, which I hardly ever see mentioned anywhere. 🙂
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Ruta!!!!
@TOMHEANEY100 Ай бұрын
Hey Matt, I always can go to you to get the latest and greatest ultralight and other gear.. I watched this weeks ago but just didn't comment at this time.. Fantastic views and comments that are well deserved.. I dont think I have ever learned as much in 30 mins.... great edit and put together of the video too... Definitely one of the very best videos I have watched in a long time... Best wishes Tom
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Woooooo thanks for the comments. I can always go to you to find ACTUALLY weatherproof tents. You should be able to get a full nights sleep in your tent, so you have to trust it. That’s where you come in. I actually want you to put a flat top on a truck and just drive hilleberg tents around at 60mph. Viral video every time lol. DO IT!
@EricSchwartz-sk8id Ай бұрын
Thanks. Another helpful video. I've dialed down my total weight (less consumables) carried in the pack and worn by watching your videos. Base weight is now 9.5 pounds (yeah me!). I carry a mixture of retail bought packaged foods (heavily discounted at Sierra Trading Post and a lot less than at REI) and my own home made meals based on Skurka's recipes. Eliminating the air in the Backcountry brand meals helps some with weight and drastically cuts down on overall volume so more fits in the bear canister. That all said, I'm planning on a total weight near (lower than?) 20 lbs for my upcoming JMT through Hike. Again, thanks for another great video.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
That's good! I've always said, getting light strarts to feel really good around 12lbs. Have fun on the JMT!
@MsNinaKlaudia 2 ай бұрын
This is seriously impressive! Thank you for a great video and a fantastic overview of all the gear with weights. And thank you for making it available in metric as well :)
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
I’m all about metric! 🧐
@KarlDeckerPresents 2 ай бұрын
Impressive, cutting edge advice. I've found your info is a great compilation of my findings! Cheers!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@KarlDeckerPresents 2 ай бұрын
Here’s the funny part, I am not a thru hiker at all, just a short trip Thrill Seeker but weather hiking far or climbing high your load out is sweet, if a bit fragile. Please come visit and see. I plan to do some summit camps this season. Cheers
@horstlauch453 24 күн бұрын
That pillow, mindblowing!
@MattShafter 24 күн бұрын
Woooooooooo. It’s a good one!
@clc1117 14 күн бұрын
Awesome pillow tip!
@MattShafter 14 күн бұрын
Glad you like it!
@woodchip2782 2 ай бұрын
Missed you! Glad you came back!😊
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@dpp898 2 ай бұрын
If i ever go ultralite i will be doing this exact setup great ideas and great presentation love the pillow idea.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Woooooooo. Go ultralight gradually and learn what you like!
@jonathananonymouse7685 Ай бұрын
You got my subscription when you promised to smack the speaker-blarers on the trails. Happy hiking, my friend!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
We’re in this together!!! Lol
@jayv.8298 2 ай бұрын
Nice kit and I love the extra scientific explanations!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@leecegal 7 күн бұрын
Geeez this was the most helpful gear video I think I’ve ever watch! Thanks for all the genius ideas and info on the gear you use . So great!
@MattShafter 7 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@RowanBlake 2 ай бұрын
I took lots of notes, ty for sharing this.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
You’re welcome!
@MissDeadLucky13 2 ай бұрын
2000s goths going through old clothes for their vintage base layers
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Let me know if you find a Montane Tellez from 2013.
@ValkyrieHikes 14 күн бұрын
My deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. Regarding your channel, I would support you more with contributions if I could, but my trail name should literally be something like ‘Spare Change’, as that’s how I’ve saved up for most of my backpacking gear. You know I’m here for whatever type of videos you make. As are many of your followers. Take care, Dan. Sincerely, BJ
@MattShafter 12 күн бұрын
Thank you Dan!
@Jotipalo 2 ай бұрын
Matt, I’m add weight my pack this summer. Tired of not being able to sleep so I got the Helinox Cot light. Love it so far. Also bring an Cezve for boiling water and making Turkish coffee.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
You can add whatever your little heart wants!!!
@godizself1 2 ай бұрын
I appreciate your personable candor. Especially in the description. I realized that a visor with a silk head gaiter works best for me. I tried a hat but a pumpkin head prevents comfortability.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@dcaudwell 2 ай бұрын
Been looking forward to this (and missing your annual updates!) Great insight and ideas, as always! And darn it if you haven’t finally sold me on getting a summer mesh vest!? My only concern is that obnoxious red Castelli logo right where my 1/4 zip OR Echo will reveal it…
@yleetv 2 ай бұрын
That mesh top is cool! Interesting suggestions as always. Thanks Matt!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jbvertexx 2 ай бұрын
Good list. Some original ideas to consider. Particularly, I just started experimenting with a a Brynje mesh base-layer in the cold months, but have been wondering about its applicability in warm weather. Will definitely give this a go now. Thanks!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Yup! Just be sure the humidity is right, I didn't emphasize that enough.
@jbvertexx 2 ай бұрын
For sure - my primary trip is an extended trip in the high-Sierra this year. Some portions of SHR with JMT, so that's the target. I'll experiment in hopefully low-humidity days in early spring in the Blue Ridge here on the East Coast. I would also use the OR Echo on top of that for warm weather.
@BackcountryTreks 2 ай бұрын
Just when I thought I had everything sorted with my gear you go and drop this. Picked up a couple golden nuggets here! Great video! New sub. Thanks for sharing🍻
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@TieWolf Ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the soap bit - The amount of folks that think hand sanitizer does it all is far too high.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
For sure! Thanks for commenting!
@mrwanderfool 2 ай бұрын
/r/ultralight isn't what it used to be, but your "full comfort" gear list is always lit
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
I started posting again. Seems like a lot of traditional hikers upvoting bad responses?!
@bananarama3624 2 ай бұрын
For me and what I've disliked about it (compared to what it used to be) is that it seems to have become more gatekeepy. There are PLENTY of people like me who don't have the money to buy new ultralight gear (student) but want to lighten their gear. I personally don't post, but I've seen people who have traditional heavy packs and then get SLANDERED and even have mods who make a mod post saying they don't allow their questions because it isn't an ultralight question. The ultralight subreddit for me, is to get experience from others and to learn about new gear so that I can reduce my pack weight whilst be as comfortable as possible. By having gatekeepy members and mods who will take down posts or have a sticky post at the top of a question means that they are less likely participate in this amazing community. That community is hands down the best and most experienced community I have seen for hiking, and we should be sharing that experience and knowledge to everyone. Everyone wants to (and probably is able to) reduce their pack weight!
@anthonydesouza9983 2 ай бұрын
@@bananarama3624how dare you use a synthetic quilt, or WORSE, a sleeping bag! And what’s this “freestanding tent” you like? We only use single wall dyneema trekking pole tents here. Don’t have one? You must not care about your base weight if you’re not willing to spend $4000 on gear
@maxwellerickson7066 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafter I think the responses to this epitomize the struggle between ultralight and non-UL factions pretty well. For me, I'm glad that the forum still has a dedicated core of truly ultralight posters, but there's definitely more and more "lightweight" or mainstream backpackers, and in five or six years at the most I think it'll probably overwhelm the crowd.
@mellastea9432 Ай бұрын
Be Kind. For Sure Most people would Love to Go Ultralight If they can afford it.
@Josephhikes 2 ай бұрын
The very best gear videos. And the best presentation.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@Hihihi96 2 ай бұрын
Well that was like the most enjoyable, informative, realistic, ultralight, gear list video I’ve ever seen! I especially like the Wallaby (?) bags, and the lesson on net base layers. Only thing I wasn’t down with is the air pump. I just started using a pump sack that came with my WIDE exped, and it is right up there with the thinlight and Dr. Bronners as a multi- tasker. Happy to have subscribed to your channel. One Love!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@0errant Ай бұрын
Exped's Schnozzle UL is a great multi-use item.
@MattShafter 29 күн бұрын
@@0errant People love that thing! I should try it.
@0errant 29 күн бұрын
@@MattShafter at 58g, it is a bit heavier than the dry sack you’re using, but then you can skip the FlexTail.
@mclovin326 18 күн бұрын
I was just about to mention this too. I have an Exped schnozzle dry bag and I'm almost able to inflate my mat in one pump with the 42L bag
@twinartifact263k3 17 күн бұрын
I really appreciate how you have both measurements for people who might not use Fahrenheit as where I live we don’t really use Fahrenheit very often
@MattShafter 17 күн бұрын
No worries!!
@TheEnglishRedneck45 2 ай бұрын
This is an incredible resource. Thank you for sharing your findings and experiences.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
No worries! It was 20+ hours of work but I enjoyed it!
@georgesolanakis8264 2 ай бұрын
Its been a while Matt! But you made up for it with this video! Awesome review! Thank You 😊
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@camgrice 2 ай бұрын
Great video! Wallaby bags were new to me.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@flutingaround 2 ай бұрын
I'm preparing for the Colorado Trail and this is simply awesome!! Comment for the algorithm
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Well what the heck? Why didn't you invite all of us?
@TOMHEANEY100 Ай бұрын
Great intro which got me hooked.....😁
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
😁
@alexmills8313 2 ай бұрын
Always excited to see your videos. One of the very few channels I can come to and always concisely learn something new, and know the information is super well processed. Really the only person recommending gear that I feel I can actually trust to fit that sweet-spot of lightweight yet still comfortable/durable. Thanks man!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@rewfisher1136 Ай бұрын
Got to say, what a great video to watch. Really well presented and thought out. Thank you 🙏🏻
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@cas4894 2 ай бұрын
Amazing video! I found your channel a couple weeks ago and have absolutely loved it. Amazing work!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@cas4894 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafter Also, quick question. How is the ordering from KS Ultralight? Packs are legit but I'm curious about ordering from Japan through Paypal. Thanks!
@noeleneproud5334 2 ай бұрын
So much good info, thanks xx
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Mvllon 2 ай бұрын
I always like the thought of having a speaker going while I hike, then I get to the trail and remember I'd miss out on the little sounds of nature and it inevitably gets left in the car. Wouldn't have it any other way 😂
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Yes, we all love our own musics!
@IamMuddy 2 ай бұрын
Some good tips, thanks!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
No problem!
@Karenwhitepaints 2 ай бұрын
The pillow hack❤
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
And I didn’t even emphasize, you’re getting a GIANT pillow for only 1.4oz 🤩
@TaborPrzemyslaw 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Matt. Good stuff and research. Cheers
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@undergroundpotato Ай бұрын
You make a lot of great reasoning behind your choice of gear, cheers
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Thank you UGP!
@gabrielgallippi1946 2 ай бұрын
That was an excellent video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@sinfonianbarelytone9191 Ай бұрын
Love the video! Great gear. Wish I'd known a few of these when I was researching gear last. Enjoy your hikes and slap another speaker user.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@brycewalburn3926 Ай бұрын
That pillow is such a great idea!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
It's been a winner. I don't think I have received a single complaint.
@DialedinGear 2 ай бұрын
Awesome video, much better and thought out than most 👏
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, there's always room to improve!
@billb5732 2 ай бұрын
Excellent choices and advice. I like zippers on my layers, too: Wider comfort range. I add front zips to ponchos and arm or torso vents to jackets, too. Am I wrong for wanting a 30-inch-wide pad (and tents that will fit it/them)?
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
In Thermarest made a 30in wode Xlite it would be so good.
@Blair1Collins 2 ай бұрын
Nice work. Great list and discussion about the products. :-)
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Blair!!!!
@jimdonegan4762 2 ай бұрын
Great stuff, Matt!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@hoser7706 2 ай бұрын
Great as always.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@Handy75 2 ай бұрын
Warbonnet outdoors makes a super lightweight silpoly rainjacket very much like the one you mentioned. Love mine. Might be worth checking out. They make standalone down hoods too.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Oh man, I haven't thought of that jacket in forever. Good point!
@zacharykuhns6060 22 сағат бұрын
Great video Matt! I've been watching your annual gear videos for quite sometime now. Also a PT myself! My gear list has become awfully similar to yours over the years. However I started with a katabatic quilt (pre-update) and it was too drafty so I landed on the Nunatak Sastrugi which has been phenomenal! But I've been eyeing the Chisos for warmer trips. Also I tried the KS50 but the torso sizing was totally off and the straps didn't quite fit. I've transitioned to the Durston Wapta and Atompacks Mo 60 which both feel great. Thanks!
@stevemartin8994 2 ай бұрын
Great gear list! In addition to the excellent sleeping bags that you’re considering in the future, consider one of Timmermade’s false bottom quilts like the Wren or others. You mentioned Timmermade so you may already be aware.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Do the false bottoms have a piece of fabric on the backside? I’ll have to look at that again.
@xtremeevo 2 ай бұрын
I’m not gonna lie. I clicked on the video since I thought that the thumbnail was Haley Joel Osment backpacking 🤣 (def just in the pic). But I’m glad I did. Very informative. You’ve gained a new subscriber for sure 💪🏽💯.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Hahaha omg it does!!!
@WilliamKapes 2 ай бұрын
For a replacement light non-breathable rain jacket option I really like the jackets from Lightheart Gear. Big pit zips when you need to dump that moisture.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
People love that jacket!
@dylanpausic5026 Ай бұрын
Being a new backpacker, I’ve dabbled into all the ultralight KZfaqrs for any advice I could get. Your channel has been the most influential for me for broadening how I think about gear scientifically while also showing the importance of multifunctional options. This video has given me some new ideas to play around with as well. P.S I graduate DPT school this December too!
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Wooooooo thanks for the kind words! Congrats on being near graduating!!!
@CAM-hc8ip 2 ай бұрын
Huge fan of Octa! Have one stuffed in my day backpack. Very versatile
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Honestly I wish they would make a slightly heavier version!
@LEVEOutdoorCo 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafterwhat would you say if I could get you a super warm Octa 140 Hoody 👀
@kevinhatch1234 2 ай бұрын
Great Video! I see you're not using a torso length uberlite anymore. Did it pop, or do you just prefer the xlite? I use a torso length ccf pad if it's above 40, and im debating on cutting my xlite for colder trips.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
It got a hole after awhile. 15d is just a bad sleeping pad concept for anyone over 150lbs.
@johnbwill 2 ай бұрын
Very, very good. Thanks.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@DevinSchiro 2 ай бұрын
This is the only video I’ve ever had KZfaq alert me to watch with a reminder. Your OG full comfort video changed my view on what was possible and this one only built on it with the wisdom youve acquired over the years. See you back here in another few years then! Looking forward to it!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Wait! I'm still here! Just making trails videos no one wants to see yet. lol
@DevinSchiro 2 ай бұрын
I'd also just really like to personally thank you for putting to rest the debate I've been waging in my head for literal YEARS now; hand sanitizer vs. soap. When in doubt I've opted for soap (even if I very seldom use it), but I know there are a handful of famous UL hikers out there who are still pushing hand sanitizer, hence I've often second guessed myself. The way I've seen it, if both liquids are of equal weight, soap can do everything hand sanitizer does, but hand sanitizer cannot do everything soap does. One leaves your hands smelling nice, the other like rubbing alcohol. Just never understood the preference for sanitizer over soap.
@bobv7753 2 ай бұрын
Great review Matt! Good gear is expensive & choices are important. Your experience based information is extremely helpful. One of the topics new to me is the mesh under layer. Did you notice any pack/contact rub concerns with this layer? Thanks again for this valued content. Best....Bob
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
No issues there! I’m on Everest Base Camp trek and it’s been performing well.
@vincentrouleau2071 2 ай бұрын
I love you pillow idea!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Not an original idea, but I was happy to find that Nemo inner.
@Paramedic772 2 ай бұрын
Another great video Matt! Bravo!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@denniskielton2447 15 күн бұрын
I'm hitting like for the BT speak's, allll day. Keep up the strong work
@MattShafter 15 күн бұрын
I need help out here!
@user-no2ei6dp2q 2 ай бұрын
Because of your Montbell secrets video, I am now a Montbell addict!! I now have a wardrobe. Thanks😊
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Such an amazing brand
@ChrisWilliams-pw6gw 2 ай бұрын
Yeah I have an uberlite wind jacket of theirs that I absolutely love
@nicholaslafferty3928 2 ай бұрын
A lot of great leads here thank you.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@Kyemech 2 ай бұрын
The cadence and inflection in your voice reminds me of Patrick Bateman 😂🤣🤣. Great vid!👍Great explainations on the gear!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Wow! Lol
@RockyGoesHiking 27 күн бұрын
Fantastic video, you presented and explained your gear very professionally 👌
@MattShafter 27 күн бұрын
Thanks Rocky!
@mobilewintercamp7515 2 ай бұрын
Nice system, thorough video. Pack company is very interesting
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
He's just an absolute artist with no marketing budget at all lol
@dylanthompson2858 2 ай бұрын
This channel never disappoints
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Dylan!!!!
@mulalimaoken1489 9 күн бұрын
first person on youtube ,talked about the limitation of pole supported tent's wind resistance.
@MattShafter 9 күн бұрын
Welllllll there are pyramid tents. But I just don’t like them.
@johnschmitt3083 2 ай бұрын
As a cyclist i have been using these mesh layers made from Polypropylen for a long time, my experience is that as some high temperatures they stop being beneficial, just because the added material on your skin starts heating you and makes you sweat faster. Maybe it's because in cycling you have more wind at higher speed and the high wind will just cool everything, but now the mesh works against this. I find them great for using when in cycling where the difference between the temperatures and energy you produce is so high. So you cycle down a hill at 70km/h and do 0 energy and will be cold or you cycle up a hill at 6km/h and do 500Watts. You can fine tune you temperature in small steps with these, and they are great when you have to sweat in cold conditions.
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Hi. How open are the holes? For high heat I want to test even more open holes. Like true fishnet sized openings
@johnschmitt3083 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafter I have different sizes, one like you show i the Video. i don't remember any pros wearing them anymore. I think the big difference is that cycling jersey are worn ultraright and are already made with that in mind. Modern ones are basically already kind of a fishnet.
@247geoffers 2 ай бұрын
From a guy that watches hours of gear reviews everyday and seldom comments. Thankyou for existing 🎉
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Wow …. Teach me something then. You’ve been watching all them vids. You know stuff!
@247geoffers 2 ай бұрын
@MattShafter don't have a lot more to add on the UL kit tbh. Maybe just a tip to say that running your stove on low doubles your canister efficiency if you can handle the longer time to boil. Assuming you already know this though 😅
@alexanderfriis1 8 күн бұрын
Hey amazing video. U answered so many of my gear doubts and honestly Is think I am just gonna copy most of your fear choices 1:1. Been going through all options on both sun hoodie, shoes, rain jackets and man u just highlighted all I needed. Thanks a ton! I am curious about what you eat on trail. Do u have a vid for that? Also what is your opinion on ponchos vs. Rainjackets? All the best
@MattShafter 8 күн бұрын
Copy cat!!! Just kidding. Ponchos are good for below tree line and it’s warm. Love them out east. But an umbrella and rain skirt is dang good too. I wouldn’t do ponchos above tree line where winds can punish.
@andymytys Ай бұрын
The problem I have with the Wallaby aluminum bag is the stiff edges of the bag. I worry that, when pressed against my other UL gear, it will stress a hole into the material.
@loikkoi7720 Ай бұрын
add vacuum vags and pump to reduce the volume of all its great adition. Thanks for the video.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
You’re welcome!!!! Thanks for the suggestions!
@timonix2 Ай бұрын
I used to get so many blisters. But I made two changes that fixed it. First, larger shoes. I have always worn my shoes too small for hiking. Great for running, when I really want to push power through the ground and you can take them of and switch to a comfy shoe afterwards. But sizing them up they feel looser on the foot and all chafing is gone from my heels. The second was Injinji socks. All chafing between my toes are just gone now.
@MattShafter Ай бұрын
Great tip!
@manintheglass 2 ай бұрын
Purchased the Nemo pillow + S2S dry bag combo for my upcoming hike in Utah. Hope this marks the end of my neverending quest for quality sleep in the backcountry 🤞🏻 Since you mentioned their odor-proofness I also grabbed some of those mylar bags to use as wag-bags for said Utah hike 💩 Great video and thanks for the recommendations and all the great info!
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Oh man, he’s going full Wallaby poo!!!!
@manintheglass Ай бұрын
@@MattShafter Happy to report that this worked remarkably well 😀💩 10/10 would use as wag bag again!
@z0uLess 2 ай бұрын
Very good information
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ChrisWilliams-pw6gw 2 ай бұрын
Nice DIY "object floating in black void while rotating" shots
@MattShafter 2 ай бұрын
Did it work?!?
@ChrisWilliams-pw6gw 2 ай бұрын
@@MattShafter Haha yeah mostly, there was just a bit of frame drift to the righthand side during the GG thinlight pad display
@wideopenthrottl 13 күн бұрын
You should try hiking in convertible pants. I wear the Prana Zion. They work in all seasons. In the cooler seasons you can put thermals underneath and use the zips as leg vents if you get hot. Also they work as vents without thermals which is nice too.
@MattShafter 9 күн бұрын
People love Zions!
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