You've seen my least favorite gear from last year.... so here is what I actually really did love! Hope you enjoyed the follow up, after having tried a bunch of new things! Thanks for watching

Thank you for reviewing practical, sensible, and affordable gear…unlike numerous other KZfaq hikers. You’re the best, dude!!!

East Coast hiker here, I ended up using the gate wood cape. It's a very good poncho, but as a tent it's spacious for me and I am also 6'2

Thursday, February 15th: Interesting that your watch turns out to be one of your most important pieces of equipment. Excellent choice on tent. We make our choices, we take our chances. Happy Trails! Ross08

About 16 years ago i was in the army and i used to sleep on foam pads for weeks! Few years ago i started babkpacking and i was so pleased when i found out about the inflatable pads and i am never going back to foam pads again!

Thx Jupiter ❤ glad to see you so happy 🎉😊

I flippin love my neoair and plex solo. Honestly the best gear purchases I've ever made

Great video, I don’t think I’ve ever seen one I didn’t like from you. The senchi is great & seems more durable than far pointe. I used the 120 in Joshua tree a couple weeks ago & loved it. I got too hot in the torrentshell, though. Gonna stitck with my versalite. Love that you found a great hiking partner. Happy trails, brother!

Soto Windmaster with the Tri-Flex stand is 2.36 ounces (67 grams) and it has not only the best fuel efficiency and wind resistance, but also a regulator - which means you get to use it in colder climates, plus it uses ALL the fuel in the canister as opposed to the BRS which can't work on the last ounce of fuel properly. The reason for this is that when the gas canister is close to empty, the internal preassure of the canister isn't sufficient to push out the gas at a proper rate. The windmaster can use every last drop of fuel and keeps it at the same output rate. This means that even though you are carrying 1.46 ounces less when taking the BRS, you are effectively carrying an ounce extra of fuel which is not usable. So, still, by carrying the BRS one can argue that its 0.46 ounces lighter than the windmaster, which is false because of 2 reasons, 1 is simply the fuel efficiency, you are getting more boils with the windmaster. And most importantly is number 2. Wind is a factor - being able to use the windmaster in windy conditions means you are getting even more fuel efficiency compared with the BRS. This more than makes up for the 0.46 ounce difference in weight. And even though my next point is a small one, I argue that boil time is a factor to consider. Sure, its not a big deal, but its nice to get a faster boil on the windmaster. Oh yeah, the windmaster also has a built in igniter which never ever fails, its magic. I don't know how they did it, but the thing never fails!!! Which means you could leave your lighter at home, or bring it and have it as a spare. But the point is, its also another nice thing to have - not having to use your cold hands trying to roll that wheel on your lighter when its cold and wet, simply push the button on the windmaster and voila, fire! Now, if after all this you are still annoyed by having to carry the extra 1.46 ounces, then here is a solution for you - use up those 1.46 ounces of fuel before you go on your trip, you will get the same amount of boils during your hike, but will be carrying the more comfortable stove. Also simmering on the BRS is not a thing, on the windmaster it really works - this is key for getting an even more efficient boil in good conditions, by starting on the lowest flame for the first 3 and a half minutes and then switching for max flame for the last 30 seconds. This way you get a boil for 5 and a half grams of fuel! Amazing! Also its nice being able to simmer if you are interested in cooking some more fancy meals.

Another great video, thank you! Would love to see a gear video from Sprocket showing her full kit. Looking forward to hearing your 2024 plans. I’m doing the GET and will be re-watching your series on it.

That fleece is really interesting. Have you ever used a mesh or fishnet base layer? The Nordic people are big with them. Brynje sells in America. The idea helps sweat turn to vapor and eject out of breathable layers better than just wicking straight liquid sweat.

Check out lightheart gear rain jackets. Fully waterproof with huge pit zips and only 7ish ounces

Thanks for sharing. I picked up the Patagonia Torrentshell 3L on sale for $104 some time ago and it has become one of my most essential piece of gear. With the pit zips, it dries out the inner layers. I have the Senchi Designs Wren which is the same as the Alpha 60 hoodie. Love it. Combined with the hard shell it replaced the puffy in most occasions. The washbag is really useful.

Jupiter, you've come along way from your 6 lb base weights! Totally agree with the Senchi Designs Alpha Direct fleeces. They've dropped the 120 and 60's in the last week. I own 3 pieces now and love them. A cottage company called LightHeart gear also makes them in a variety of colors, and should stock them when others run out. Another superb video!

4:36 It is incredible how light that BSR stove is. A full disposable Bic lighter weighs about 22 grams…

I have a MH Air Mesh hoodie in the mid 4 oz range. Similar fabric and I had similar durability fears. But it’s lasting!

Nice to see what’s working for you 😊 I got the Patagonia coat from your recommendation 😊 to wear here in Ireland 🇮🇪

Hi from France , how are you ? nice video with good hiking gear , we have a few items in common and I confirm that they are very good items! Thanks for sharing 🙂👍

Great video as always! Thanks for all your help!

I was using the BRS stove for several years as a more casual backpacker, but last year during a 2-week thru hike it started acting up and was really erratic with fuel/flame control. I bought the amicus this year hoping to get something more durable and trustworthy, and it seems great so far. Definitely works better in wind - the BRS was always a struggle to light in even the slightest breeze, but the amicus lights no problem. I think it’s worth the investment and the bit of extra weight if you’re someone who cooks regularly on trips.

Hiking with a GPS watch has been a game changer for me too. I use it as my first navigation source, which reduces how often I have to check my phone, saving phone battery.

Thanks Jupiter. I'm totally into the alpha direct hoodie train after seeing this video!

Thanks for the Patagonia rain jacket recommendation. I want a new one for day hikes that keep out more water than the extra light versions but also vents. I day hike in the rain a lot and something extremely durable for use is important.

This is similar to the gear list I've eventually landed on. Great stuff

I'm 5'5" and so appreciate the slightly extra space of the altaplex.... esier to get in and out of as well. Larger vestibule as well

You might be interested in looking at the Black Diamond Stormline Stretch as your heavy duty rain shell. It has been well reviewed by active people in the PNW. It has pit zips and I was able to get it for $90 USD at the Black Diamond Outlet store in Colorado.

I had the same concerns about the Senchi. I've got a 60 weight as well, and when it arrived I felt like I may have been a sucker and fallen for the hype. But... After two years and a couple of thousand miles it's been holding up like a champ. Even survived a couple of unplanned bush whacking expeditions when I got lost on some of the more remote trips I have taken. 10/10 would definitely purchase again.

Had the same questions about the senchi as you, and came to the same satisfactory conclusion. spot on lad

I bought and have used the snow peak for years and you showed perfectly why - I have a 600ml cup and virtually every other stove doesn't have the same what ever you call the little rack that holds the cup. every other one like the BRS or MSR have single tongs that give me a ridiculous balancing act to sit my smaller cup on. The snow peak covers from the edge of the burner all the way to the end. much more surface area. I've never weighed it oddly

Love your videos!! I’ve watched you introduced gear first and, also watched the rest follow. I got into backpacking because of you man! Thanks!! It’s a whole world of its own. The first video of yours that I saw was “Ultralight Backpacking Is Really Expensive - How Much My Gear Cost” and have been watching ever since. I was laughing to myself earlier because I watched that video again at work, and it reminded me how I thought it was crazy to pay $235 for a tarp back the . Fast forward 4 years or so later, I watched it again today, and after having years of experience, I thought hmm $235 for a tarp doesn’t seem so bad right now loll. Thanks again man! We appreciate you!

Loved the gear reviews!!! Thanks Jupiter :)

Just got my first alpha fleece in the mail this past week - felt like the package was empty, I couldn't believe how light it is. Looking forward to taking it out on trail

I really appreciate your videos. You are one of the most experienced hikers with great info. Who better to learn from. :) You have helped me a lot to prepare for the PCT in 2024. Plant Papa

Jupiter is the best! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

Good choice on the rainjacket . I remember on your least fav Video I said that I use an Arcteryx Beta LT ( pitzips ) for my hikes in Scandinavia , cause a true UL rainjacket always wet out on me quickly and failed me . The Torrentshell is a super good Rainjacket , cheap , a lot features , great Rainproof and packs in its own pocket . For Pad and rainjacket I won’t ever go UL again . Happy hikes to you :)

Buying Montbell from Japan directly gets you like a 40% discount. I have their rain jacket and plasma 1000 puffy. Love them both. Rain jacket has big pockets and put zips :) I just started using the uberlite. Really pleasantly surprised with its comfort - people bag on it a lot. I think they make the one you use in a half pad and use their pack for the lower half. I am exploring senchi too. :)

I myself have enjoyed the extra room within my Altaplex, being 5'10''. It gives me loads of room. I do love my Patagonia Torrentshell, but it is a bit heavy IMO for most of my trips being 1 or 2 nights. I just got a Senchi and am still testing its efficiency. Love the videos, as always. Keep 'em coming, please. Love ya man.

Happy to see you dabbling in some luxuries Jupiter. You deserve it brother!

Another cool video. And just thank you for answering all those questions!

Love the coros pace on my 3rd one

Warmer together ❤

I love your videos man, what a relaxed guy👌🏽 just one point: foam is only "lighter" when you choose the same mummy shape, but it would be much colder than the inflatable pad, the r value is maybe a 2... I also prefere foam because it's almost indestructable, the thermarest ridgerest, it's kinda heavy with its 400g but you can cut off what ever you want and it's so easy to install and so comfy👌🏽

I got a piece of gear for you to try. The Mountain Hardware Air Mesh. I haven’t been impressed with a piece of gear for a very long time. I use this as a base layer. I’m an XL and my pullover version weighs 4.4 oz. I’m guessing you’re smaller than me and a large or medium sizes would be in the 3 oz. range. My 1/2 zip weighs 5.1 oz. The stuff just breathes and is warm. Reminds me of the Polartec Alpha stuff except the fuzzy part is on the inside and not on the outside. It’s expensive but they always have it on sale at the MH website. I got my 2 pieces at 50% and 60% off. The website has it on sale right now at 40% off.

I used the Patagonia Torrentshell on my 2021 AT thru hike and it definitely didn’t keep me dry. So I was carrying a heavier rain jacket that didn’t keep me dry. Now using the Montbell Versalite which does a better job at keeping me dry and warm.

Arcteryx really getting both barrels in the last couple of videos

Thanks for the video.

+1 for the Patagonia Torentshell, I've had mine since 2017 and it's still going strong. Quite robust and durable, excellent water protection and large pit zips to vent heat. I really feel it is the best value rain shell on the market when factoring in long term durability. The frequent sales on it is also a great bonus, I got mine for $150 CDN on sale.

no one out there does reviews like you man, you put this shit to the test.

I'm really enjoying clothing made from Alpha Direct that I have tried. Senchi Designs in my case too. You can even add on a super light wind shell and still be at half the weight of your average fleece. I do wish I had gone for the Altaplex instead of the Plex Solo personally. I'm only 5'9" but I think the extra floor space and a little more elbow room would be worth the minimal weight increase. The new Duplex light looks like it might be an even better choice for that.

The Patagonia rainjacket sure looks nice ;)

Been tempted with that jacket for a while and will probably grab one now my rain jacket has pretty much died. I think Patagonia make their gear with some recycled materials as well.

I am shocked you used a Neoair Xlite. Lol. They are great! Pack small, durable and warm as you know. Have to chime in with a +1 for the Patagonia Torrentshell. The fit is great compared to other brands. Great value and eco undertones. Looking forward to securing a zpacks tent this yr as well. Thx for your great vids

This guy got more miles hikeing then I got walking when he talks I listen great podcast on trail tails

OMM Core Hoodie comes pretty close to the Senchi at 115g. Thanks for uploading, Jupiter.

Good stuff

"..I am who I am..". Perfect! :>)

Arcteryx beta LT & SL do be havin pit zips. Much love jupe mane

The alpha sweaters are perfect paired with a wind shirt.

You mentioned the weight savings of the Alpha hoodie vs. the Melly but said nothing about the difference in warmth! I would be curious to know how you compare the warmth of the Alpha hoodie with your Melly and the Kuiu Peloton 97 that you used to wear. I have both of those so they would make great reference points for me when considering the Alpha. Great video as always! I appreciate your gear videos because you don't do a million of them just to boost your channel and you actually hike with the stuff you buy!

hey Jupiter I love your content. Thanks so much for sharing your journey. I have been watching for awhile and really appreciate your videos.I am getting ready to do my thru hike of the AT . I want to give a shout out to Sproket because I really like her style. Can you tell me where she gets her skirts? thanks so much.

Hey Jupiter, great video. I always learn something new and plenty to think about. My question is how do you pack that double quilt in your pack? Thanks.

More than 400$ in a rain jacket is crazy considering they're barely better than 100-200$ ones. And not that durable anyway if they're ultralight. It looks like the thermarest NXT is still the king in weight/warmth/comfort/durability ratio, even with the many new designs coming out.

Great vid. 1) how does the Senchi compare to your KUIU Peloton 97? 2) I have a similar Patagonia which is solid. But I got a KUIU rain jacket I love even more - much easier pit zippers, much longer pit zips. Bigger/better hood and neck. Don’t waste your money if what you have works, but you got me looking at KUIU and they have other great gear. Love their gloves. Lots of lightweight but sturdy, well built products. 3) Would you ever go back to a tarp, or tarp+bivy? Seems like the altaplex renders your bivy superfluous. 4) I saw a montbell umbrella in one of the shots of your tent. They have a wide variety of umbrellas - I’m thinking of getting one for sun/rain protection. Any recommendations?

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Curious, what weight is Sprocket's alpha fleece (60, 90, or 120). Also, since you've got both a zip version and a non-zip version ... do you have a preference between them? I've got the 90gsm from Farpointe - but was looking at Senchi's 120 - but was worried about the zipper being uncomfortable (especially at night or if I have it pulled up over my face). Awesome gear selections and video presentation!

When you sleep in your two-person quilt, do you strap sleeping pads together? If not, does any separation between the pads form? Also, do you recommend using the same pads? Thanks!

I’ve gone thru 6 uberlite pads and yet still on my 1st xlite. As you know sometimes lightest isn’t best.

Love the comments you've had with this and the least favorite! Will look at several for planned trips. Just curious, what app were you using with the watch?

Thanks for the video and congratulations on your great channel. I would personally love to see your review of the Coros Pace 2 and how best to track and record a through hike without constantly having to charge electronics. Do you also carry a smartphone and the nightcore memory bank?

A smarter lad might have included 'Sprocket' as your top new addition to the load out this year?

You're adorable Jupiter!

Until one of you awesome guys come out with some cool shit, I’ll just keep wearing my FrogToggs

I've owned the NeoAir Xlite for quite a while now but I've never used it. It makes me nervous, new technology and all. I am still using the Thermarest original inflatable pad that came out in the 90's I think. That pad and a piece of foam has been my practice for decades. I've been carrying a repair kit through the years but I've never had a need for it. Thanks for this video. I always look forward to them.

And what is the water column measurements for the patagonia torrentshell?

We dropped the DuPlex Zipp. The Duplex whatever with poles. Duo? Can I get a couple pockets? FFS

Glad to hear your thoughts on the EE Accomplice. What pad did you use with it? Did you use one of the Exped two-person pads, or did you just use two separate pads side by side?

Please, what camera do you use for making your video ?

Thanks for the video Jupiter, Did the Visp jacket fail on you? What happen with it? Do you recomend it? Thanks :)

No more Peleton 97?

Hey Jupiter. Curious how do you record your long distance hikes on Strava? Do you record it as just one activity (and just pause and resume it the next day) or do you record it as one activity per day? Thanks.

Jupiter is slowly coming back to Earth.

Tell us what you're doing in Kamloops.

Jup, have you used the Soto Windmaster with the tri prong? It's slightly different/better than the amicus. I've gone through the MSR PR Deluxe, the BRS 3000, and the Soto Windmaster and the Windmaster definitely takes the cake. The tri prong add on option is worth it IMO. Very good stove. Currently rocking the Gorewear R7 shakedry. It's 6oz and pretty sick! Breaths so well and never wets out. Durability is questionable tho and no pit zips but those aren't needed for me because it's so much more breathable. Price is pretty good comparatively at $250. I only have one season on it so im curious how it holds up. Also the Storm Cruiser on Montbell Japan is $179, 9oz. Just have to remember to size up.

What backpack are you using? Didn’t cover that.

Oh no! I’m too early for the comments gear debates 😭😂

epic video! also what hat is that?

Fun fact: In total, Jupiter has added 37 pounds to his base weight.

I wish I was a back sleeper and could be comfortable on foam. For me, though, that would be pure insanity. As it is, I wake up with a throbbing hip if my pad isn't thick enough.

Very curious to know how the senchi compares to the peloton

my beta has pit zips, got it 40% off but that's still 2x the price of yours.

Smart watch, tent, stove, air mattress…. Are you sure this is Jupiter?

Are you ditching your peloton 97? Seems superior to the senchi. You guys seem to switch it up with the latest fad. No disrespect, just an observation 😮

Would you give out your strava name??

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wait i thought i paid a lot for my torrent shell being over 150 but the other options are 400 wtf???? Patagonia all day long

Literally hate my OR Helium. No hand pockets. EE, No hand pockets. ZPacks… yup. No hand pockets. Can we just make an 8oz, middle of the road, rain jacket?? Two extra zippers. Seriously?? What am I supposed to do with some bullshit ass chest zip that barely fits my phone? I need room to keep my hands dry/warm. Keep in mind, we wear and support this gear when we’re not on trail. It’s been DUMPING in FL for the last week. Nevermind the entire FT season has been a shit show this year. The AT is a rain fest every year. Whatever. Give us hand pockets

Your videos are cool, and you're free to use whatever measurement system you prefer. However, for those of us who don't use the imperial system, which is most of the planet, these measurements mean nothing. Unfortunately, I had to cut this cool video short. You should at least have the measurements written down or mention both systems.