Survive Outdoors Longer (SOL) Escape Bivvy Review
3.9lb Super Ultralight Backpacking Gear List
This is the comfy summer SUL Kit I used in 2019.
A sub 5lb kit isn't as crazy as it may seem. I can still shave some weight If I wanted to but i'll save that for my XUL gear video ;)
LighterPack: lighterpack.com/r/cd5sg
The Lightest 3 season PCT Gear List Ever! (4.5 lbs)
This is my full 2025 Pacific Crest Trail 3 season thru-hiking gear list. Comfort, safety, and full self-reliance at just 4.5 lbs—it is possible. This ultralight backpacking setup is perfect for any summer thru-hike or backpacking trip.
It includes:
A fully enclosed shelter A self-inflating air mattress (more comfortable than the Therm-a-Rest Xlite) 6.5 oz backpack Full rain protection
💼 View my full gear list on LighterPack 👉 lighterpack.com/r/aeu8e3
ultralight backpacking in paradise | hawai'i volcanoes national park
join me on a solo backpacking adventure through one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet. i traverse the massive lava fields of mauna ulu and trek 8 miles along the rugged hawaiian coastline to reach a remote, oceanfront campsite. along the way, i share the stories of native plants, their survival secrets, and the deep connections they hold to the land.
come along for stunning ocean views, crystal-clear waters, and a glimpse into the unique ecosystems of hawai'i volcanoes national park!
in this video:
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lava field crossings and coastal trekking
setting up camp at a secluded oceanfront site
hawai'i native plant survival tips and cultural significance
solo swimming in pristine Hawaiian waters
Jupiter Stoveless Recipes
Couscous Raisins Tuna Sun dried tomatoes Sunflower seeds Curry
Beans and Rice 2 parts Beans 1 part instant rice Taco/Chili Seasoning 30 minute rehydrate 1 oz olive oil Fritos corn chips Hot sauce Cheese Salsa queen freeze dried salsa dehydrated veg Nutritional yeast
Ramen Bomb Packet of ramen Half packet of instant mashed potatoes Hot sauce Cheese Bacon bits Beans
Oatmeal Breakfast essentials Raisins/craisins/dates/dried fruit Nuts Peanut butter Chia seeds Ground flaxseed Cacao nibs
Hiker Pizza Flatbread creamcheese pepperoni
Frozen burritos Leftovers Sub sandwiches Pizza
Protein powder with instant coffee
Peanut Ramen cold soak with seasoning Add hot sauce, peanut butter and nuts
Rice and tuna in olive oil
4 Tbs Oatmeal 4 Tbs Refried beans 3 Tbs Freeze dried beef 3 Tbs powdered egg 3 Tbs powdered cheese 3 Tbs powdered butter
Easy Stoveless Backpacking Recipes - for Thru Hikers!
Here are a bunch of Stoveless backpacking recipes that are super easy!! This is a method of cooking while backpacking and thru hiking that I have been doing for almost a decade now! I loved it back then, and I still love it today! It's lighter weight, it's faster and more efficient, it's cheaper, and it's easier! I hope you enjoy
2021 pacific crest trail thru-hiking gear (ultralight + myog)
more information at http://johnzahorian.com/2021-pct-gear
I think I will stay with a titanium pot.
Water disinfection using bleach
How to boil and disinfect water to kill most disease-causing microorganisms during emergency situations where regular water service has been interrupted and local authorities recommend using only bottled water, boiled water, or disinfected water.
2 drops of bleach per liter, wait 30 minutes.
The Squatter Man Event
https://www.thunderbolts.info/tpod/2007/arch07/070709squatterman.htm
There are a lot of good lightweight tents as well. If you want to sleep well and don't like bugs, a tent is a better option.
Does Fosters have a plastic lining? or other beer cans?
You need to be in a dry climate to not need bug protection. Where there are bugs, either a mosquito net tent (example: Sea to Summit Nano Mosquito Net) or a bug bivvy (example: Borah Bug Bivy).
HIKING 20,000 MILES Taught Me THIS - Ultralight Hiking Tips
In today's video I'll cover the hard won tips I've learned from making hundreds of mistakes over my 20,000 mile hiking career. These ultralight hiking tips will help you reduce your pack weight and have a better time hiking without spending extra money.
4.5 Pounds❗️Ultralight Gear Setup | Over 100 nights a year
Join us as Reuben breaks down his ultralight backpacking kit — a 4.5 lb base weight system he’s refined over years of experience and over 100 nights a year sleeping under the stars around the world. From alpine treks to remote jungles, this minimalist setup proves that you don’t need a heavy pack to thrive outdoors.
Detroit's been slacking off lately.
Every year I receive a handful of emails about poncho tarps. In particular, whether or not I think they represent a viable shelter and rain gear option for thru-hiking. The short answer is yes, but with some fairly large caveats. For the handful of gearheads who are interested in the whys and wh
No Tent, No Hammock: How and Why I Use a Tarp for Backpacking
I get a lot of questions about using a tarp when I backpack, rather than a tent or a hammock. Among the questions I answer in this video are these:
--What are the main advantages of a tarp? --What about rain? --What about bugs and snakes? --How do you set up without trekking poles? --How do you use a bivy sack and an umbrella? --How important is site selection to staying dry in the rain? --How can I get started backpacking with a tarp?
And here’s a FOLLOW-UP video titled “More Square Tarp Set-Ups,” featuring some of the ways I set up my tarp when I used it to thru-hike the entire Appalachian Trail in 2018–youtube.com/watch?v=zetBiNj9NMc
AZT 2022 Post Hike Gear List Review Ultralight Backpacking 5.5 lb Baseweight
gear list: lighterpack.com/r/9zfaxn
I think the most interesting part of this video is when he says 0.5 dcf is too light to use if you are relying on a shelter in the wilderness.
Post Hike Review: The Poncho Tarp - SUL Excellence
I know that you've been kept up at night wondering, "will a poncho tarp work for me on my hike next season?" This comprehensive review of the functionality and features of the poncho tarp will set your mind at ease with clips of long term, on-trail use of the equipment, the ambient sounds of rushing creek water, and the soothing yet informative rambling of SongBird himself. (I feel better already - does anyone read these things?)
How to Build an Ultralight DCF Tent MYOG
Build a DIY MYOG 1 person ultralight minimalist asymmetrical pyramid tent tarp shelter out of dyneema composite fabric cuben fiber.
PATTERN & DETAILS: 👉https://www.joshbukoski.com/dcf-ess-tent
HARDCORE Backpackers SECRET Ultralight Shelters Revealed!
If you're serious about ultralight backpacking, these shelters are worth knowing. In this video, I go over three of the most unique ultralight shelters available right now — the Gearswifts DCF Poncho Tarp, the Ounce Designs Abode, and the Meadowphysics Adobi.
Each of these shelters weighs under 7 ounces, and they’re built by small, passionate cottage companies focused on true minimalist performance. I’ll cover the price, weight, dimensions, and materials for each, so you’ll have a clear sense of what makes them stand out in the world of lightweight tents and backpacking shelters.
Whether you're into minimalist camping, trekking, or just looking for new outdoor gear ideas, these ultralight designs offer some of the best options for cutting serious weight without giving up real protection.
My Favorite BUDGET Hiking Gear (Full Gear List)
Backpacking and hiking gear can be really expensive, but it doesn't have to be! You can get extremely nice things for extremely cheap if you would like to. In a lot of cases I choose the cheap gear instead of the really expensive gear! So all of what I am recommending here, I personally have used for hundreds or thousands of miles and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.
To show them what Lemmy is, link them to https://lemmy.world/?dataType=Post&listingType=All&sort=New
The important thing is to link them to the "New" page, because the Active page doesn't change that frequently.
Then if they are interested, show them how to sign up for an account at Lemmy World, how to join communities, how to block communities and how to comment and post.
I have a solar bike trailer that I use as a charging station. It has a 200W Allpowers 36V solar panel and an Elejoy boost charge controller. In good sun it puts out over 3 amps to charge my 48V, 20 aH bike battery, which is about the same as my 120V plug in charger does. If you angle it toward the sun you can get 25% to 50% more power than a flat top configuration. I can pull the trailer behind the ebike, but I don't do that much because it is more fun to ride without a trailer. I would estimate that the 200W solar panel would add 25 miles to a daily ride. My battery does 25 miles, so it could have a 50 mile range in a day, but then you would have an empty battery and would have to charge it the next day. That is with zero pedaling, any pedaling energy would be added to that range. When my bike is charged up, I connect the solar panel to a microinverter (balcony power) and it adds power to my 120VAC house system on the grid, to reduce my electric bill.
Becoming a Subversive,
The most effective way to show one's disdain for the current state of human civilization is to make and wear silly hats. By wearing a silly hat, one shows that one has no respect for the norms of society, and one becomes a dangerous subversive.
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Lightweight or even “ultra-lightweight” backpacking is nothing new of course. But when did the term as we now know it come about?
My Greatest Full Comfort Ultralight Gear List Ever
Inflatable seat pads as sleeping pad
Our V-Seat inflatable camping seat cushion is durable for outdoor use and comfortable enough for the indoors, too. Good for planes, offices, and campsites.
I bought two of these seat pads and I am hoping to use them as a sleeping pad. I have tried to use foam pads but don't sleep well and have back pain the next day. I am hoping that these inflatable pads will work when placed under the hips and shoulders. They are not large, only 14"x14", so they will have to be strategically placed and moved when switching from back to side sleeping. 2.6 ounces for each, so 5.2 ounces total. Compare this to 14 ounces for a short Static V pad.
I am still testing them. Ideally they would be the only sleeping pad, but I may use them together with a foam pad. I have no idea if this will actually work.
Why did SW ON go conservative? Is that normal?
There's a lot of insane people voting for insane conservatives.
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I find that youtube videos can be very helpful if I search for a subject of interest. Freetube has a good search function for youtube. Freetube usually works for me, although sometimes I have to change my vpn location.
I also have a number of channels that I follow using RSS (QuiteRSS). I can be very selective in which channels to follow. I regularly add and delete channels. I use Freetube to search subjects and find channels to follow related to those subjects. I watch the RSS videos in a librewolf browser that deletes cookies every time I shut it down, and it has medium privacy settings.
The youtube feed is horrible, as are the advertisements. I don't get any advertisements, I am not sure if it is because of adblock or if it is because I never sign in to google/youtube on my device. The sidebar of related videos is somewhat like a feed and contains a lot of junk, but occasionally I find an interesting video or channel by looking at the sidebar while watching a video.
I am happy with the way my setup is working now, but of course things could change at any time.
Merrel Trail Gloves
Description:
"It shouldn't cost $2,000 to walk into the woods and fall asleep.
This super ultralight backpacking setup weighs just 5 pounds, costs $245, and is designed for a full 3-season trip. Whether you're a beginner or a thru-hiker on a budget, this gear list is proof that backpacking doesn't have to be expensive to be functional, safe, and comfortable.
I've spent over 10,000 miles dialing in gear, and I made this video to show you that backpacking should be accessible to everyone - not just those with high-end gear."
Lighterpack: https://lighterpack.com/r/medd3g
This diet includes raw or cold soaked almonds, raisins, protein powder, oatmeal and couscous.
More shock and awe economic policy.
we're all moving to Truth Social.
i guess there were too many recalls.