Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 8 lb Base Weight (Full Comfort)

An overview of ultralight, an ultralight backpacking gear list and breakdown.

WEIGHT BREAKDOWN

Base Weight: 8.07 lbs
Shelter + Pack + Sleep System + Kitchen + Water Storage +
Packed Clothing + Electronics + First Aid Kit + Extras

Consumables: 7 lbs
Toiletries + Food + Water + Stove Fuel

Worn Weight: 2.99 lbs
Worn Clothing + Footwear + Accessories

TOTAL WEIGHT: 18.06 lbs

If you are interested in learning the complete ins and outs of this backpacking gear list, you can find Cara Dixon's full article here.

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Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 8 lb Base Weight (Full Comfort)

An overview of ultralight, an ultralight backpacking gear list and breakdown.

WEIGHT BREAKDOWN

Base Weight: 8.07 lbs
Shelter + Pack + Sleep System + Kitchen + Water Storage +
Packed Clothing + Electronics + First Aid Kit + Extras

Consumables: 7 lbs
Toiletries + Food + Water + Stove Fuel

Worn Weight: 2.99 lbs
Worn Clothing + Footwear + Accessories

TOTAL WEIGHT: 18.06 lbs

If you are interested in learning the complete ins and outs of this backpacking gear list, you can find Cara Dixon's full article here.

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Hiker with backpack and pole on rocky trail overlooking forested mountains under clear sky.
Hiker with backpack and pole on rocky trail overlooking forested mountains under clear sky.

Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 8 lb Base Weight (Full Comfort)

An overview of ultralight, an ultralight backpacking gear list and breakdown.

WEIGHT BREAKDOWN

Base Weight: 8.07 lbs
Shelter + Pack + Sleep System + Kitchen + Water Storage +
Packed Clothing + Electronics + First Aid Kit + Extras

Consumables: 7 lbs
Toiletries + Food + Water + Stove Fuel

Worn Weight: 2.99 lbs
Worn Clothing + Footwear + Accessories

TOTAL WEIGHT: 18.06 lbs

If you are interested in learning the complete ins and outs of this backpacking gear list, you can find Cara Dixon's full article here.

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