My Ultralight Gear Loadout for Hiking and Fastpacking (3.1kg / 6.8lb)
My Ultralight Gear Loadout for Hiking and Fastpacking (3.1kg / 6.8lb)
In this video, I go through my ultralight gear list that I use for hiking and fastpacking. My baseweight is 3.1kg / 6.8lb and I am able to fit it all in a 22 litre running pack.
I have spent a long time fine tuning my setup, and I am super excited to share it with you.
If you have any comments, feedback, or suggestions, feel free to leave them down below.
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Gear I use:
Hiking Gear –
Fastpacking pack – https://amzn.to/3YytGZN
Sleeping Bag – https://amzn.to/3YdoSaQ
Inflatable sleeping pad – https://amzn.to/3A5yf4g
CCF sleeping pad – https://amzn.to/3NxR570
Pillow – https://amzn.to/3BSUcnH
Head torch (Big) – https://amzn.to/3Nx9wJh
Head torch (Small) – https://amzn.to/4eSlPvN
Water Filter – https://amzn.to/3YiuJM5
Water soft flask – https://amzn.to/4eRwNSc
PLB – https://amzn.to/3BVssyQ
Stove – https://amzn.to/3Ydqq4E
Clothing –
Shoes – https://amzn.to/4dRui0J
Hiking poles – https://amzn.to/3BMHVkv
Hat – https://amzn.to/3Ye3UII
Sunhoodie – https://amzn.to/4dYDGzV
Shorts – https://amzn.to/4h7VGux
Sunglasses – https://amzn.to/48d9Lmd
Liner socks – https://amzn.to/48fX9dX
Socks – https://amzn.to/4eQ2Wtb
Garmin watch – https://amzn.to/3NvV4Bg
Jacket – https://amzn.to/3A9eHfi
Camera equipment –
Camera – https://amzn.to/3YB1iGs
Tripod – https://amzn.to/3Ye4eXW
Go pro – https://amzn.to/3YvlTvI
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Any tutorial for the DIY tarp?
Hey man, I’m from Chch. Been watching your videos for a while has been making me want to get out on my first solo adventure. For reference I’ve done overnight Mt Somers, part of the Abel Tasman track, also climbed Mt Herbert a couple times, had no issues. I’m mid 20s and pretty fit. Can you recommend me a good 2/3 day trip to try in arthur’s pass for my first time? I was thinking the Edward Hawdon or Mingha Deception.
good arrangement for the light packing for the trail hiking
what size did you go with sir? and how tall are you? thank you
what silk liner do u use? Im trying to find something ultralight to use in the huts or bivuacs
Nice!
When you cut the 6 panels how much did you take off the width?
Really useful video man, thanks. Which temperature rating is your Sea to Summit bag? I notice the model you use has several options on their website. I attempted a fastpack last weekend (I live in the Austrian alps) with a bag rated for 13C and unfortunately the temperature dropped to 6C and I was miserable all night!
Awesome bro. Video real well done!
Very good video! Thanks.
love it <3
dream loadout for sure
Great Video! What sort of temperature range (or maybe NZ territories and seasons) would you be ok with (safe) for this set of gear choice?
Hope youre ankle has finally recovered! Looks like you had some ligament issues or twistet ankle?
This looks miserable to use
Great set up dude! I think you’ve motivated me to do a fast packing trip soon. I also use that pack and love it. Your tarp looks nice – tarps in my opinion are the way to go. They can handle just about anything. Do you carry a Garmin InReach or something similar?
Cheers
Hope you enjoy this one! Not a video I normally make but I really wanted to share my kit with you.
Cheers!
Nice ultralight setup
Fascinating to see how little you are comfortable with. Thank you!
Heal soonest.
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I not use toot brush again but i use siwak is organik
fantastic kit!
-Nick, Prescott, AZ, USA
Subscribed. Great UL loadout.
👍great video
I’m not a camper as you know Zeb… but I’m really impressed with the the stuff you find to make your experiences lighter and better…. great job.
Glad they don’t have wings or you’d fly next! 🤭 but you really walk so fast anyways it’s like you have wings!
That kit looks great for a single user heading out.
Cheers Zeb….promoting what works for you and any others👍👌
So what do you use for a cover? You have a tarp ? What about colder temperatures ? What about food when you’re on a multi day hike. I’M CONFUSED ABOUT THE STUFF YOU LEFT OUT !
Is this a day pack or what ? ….
Wow. That is a cool setup. Mostly because one can feel your expirience while you speak.
You almost cant make it lighter. I can only tink of toothpastepills and gossamer gear thinlight sleeping pad.
Zeb you legend!!
Link for these items brother?
I admire that you can sleep on this half-mat. I‘m a side sleeper and on the hunt for the most comfy sleeping pad 😂
3.1kg is insane! I couldn’t do without a cooker as I find even summers in NZ kinda cold and want some warm food. Also food in general is a problem as I always want to take too much 😂 Thanks for a great video, will check out your other ones
Really dialed in, well done! I’ll put my pack under my feet with my torso length pad. You ever had issues with Weka (or Kea?) while using your shelter? I have a floorless shelter as well, but it’s a single pole pyramid so I guess I feel a little more protected!
Does the BD22 keep everything low bounce when running? I like the adjustability of underarm lacing in a vest, but having pocket space there is also really nice. It’s getting warmer here in NZ, hope to get out on the trails soon! 🙂
excellent fair weather setup for trails that you can buy food on every day. Fast and light. If a storm comes in it could get a little rough without the tent tho.
Very nice. What’s the orange sun hoody you have? Been looking for one in that colour! 🤣
Nice and very light setup! Did you consider the Sixmoons Design Gatewood Cape / Tent for better protection? It’s not much added weight to your tarp. If you would double use it as a poncho and spare the rain jacket it’s even lighter.
Awesome video! Any advice or list of what you eat in 4 days ?
Diabolical sleep setup ;D respect!
Enjoyed this. Thank you for sharing.
I seriously doubt that you get any quality sleep with that gear. But if it works for you, that’s great.
what size sir?
Impressive ultralight setup! 🏕 Fitting everything into a 22-litre running pack with a 3.1kg base weight is seriously next-level. It’s clear you’ve put a lot of thought into fine-tuning your gear, and I’m definitely picking up some tips for my own hikes. Thanks for sharing your loadout – looking forward to more of your adventures and gear insights! 🙌
Thanks for sharing😊🙏great stuff✌
Brilliant…my standard waterproof jacket an trousers weigh that much 😅
Thanks for sharing…
what size is your sea to summit event compression bag
To me somehow the ul hiking community reminds me a lot the anorexic community. Always in search for an even lighter setup and new gear. Price you pay is a lot of money, questionable food and sleep, and no towel to dry yourself after a shower. Ah and sometimes you feel cold.
But i’m truly happy for you if that’s the way you’re enjoying your trips the most
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Amazing video. For those that cant afford expensive tent or poles ive seen that paira outdoors does good
Dude, when you said you’re only cold soaking for food prep, ya lost me. You would have done better only bringing granola bars
That toothbrush and paste looks heavy.
jk, great kit!
I’d add sea to summit ultrasil tarp poncho. Compact and can save a butt.
So many cool things 🙂 I keep trying to reduce my weight but each time I run into a problem, I end up increasing a bit again. I wish I could be comfortable with such a short mat! I cut mine down and I just couldn’t sleep well. Also, nice work on the tarp! Greetings from Switzerland.
Do you have any suggestions for compressing these gears in this tiny backpack 😂