Packliste Weitwandern: Ausrüstung

Packing list long-distance hiking: Equipment

March 12, 2022
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At chrispacks you'll find ultralight equipment and apparel. Benefit from our experience and advice!

Here are the big 4, and what else might come up:

Backpack:


Volume: approx. 45L = super light, very minimalist gear, or for pilgrimage (without tent, sleeping pad, little food etc...) (ULA CDT, Pajak XC3, Montane Trailblazer 44)

Volume: approx. 50-65L = classic long-distance hiking size (ULA Circuit, ULA Ohm, Triton, Exped Lightning, Gregory Focal / Faucet...)

over 65L = you need extra equipment (e.g. packraft), or do you have to carry food for a longer period (8-14 days)? Then it probably won't be truly light anymore, but there are still a few tricks to keep the weight as low as possible.

Pay attention to an ideal fit, a low weight (approx. 1000g) and spacious outer pockets.

The more bells and whistles, the higher the weight!

My tip: ULA backpacks are proven, light and super stable, and cover all sizes and back lengths.

 

Tent:


Are you traveling alone? Or as a couple?

Some 2-person tents are only slightly heavier than the 1P version, but you'll have a lot of space alone in such a tent. From a height of 185cm, the inner tent length also becomes interesting; for solo travelers, for example, the Sixmoon Skyscrape Trekker is interesting here.

Should the tent be set up with trekking poles? Or with poles?

Double wall? Or single wall / hybrid design?

Would you like to be able to set up the inner tent separately in good weather?

Tip for tents with poles: The Nemo Hornet or the Big Agnes Fly Creek combines lowest weight, good storm resistance and great space. The inner tent can also be used separately. Mini pack size and super light!

Without poles, the Lunar Solo from Sixmoon Designs or the Splitwing from Slingfin are top.

 

Sleeping pad:

Minimalists choose a foam pad; indestructible and super light. For back sleepers, acceptable sleeping comfort. Due to the larger pack size, a foam pad must be attached to the outside of the backpack.

The Nemo Switchback is a true innovation in this area. Light, warm and quite thick. Alternatively from Therm a Rest and Exped.

Inflatable pads are lighter and more comfortable than ever before! These pads are available in extra insulated or regular versions. For temperatures around 0° and below, you should choose an insulated version. For classic 3-season use in warmer temperatures, less is also fine. If you want to use a quilt, the pad should be well insulated. I carry, for example, the Tensor series from Nemo, available in insulated and various lengths and widths. An inflation bag is always included, which means that no moisture gets inside the pad, especially with insulated versions. Other top pad manufacturers in the range: Therm a Rest, Big Agnes, Exped

 

Sleeping bag or quilt?


You can find the criteria for choosing your sleeping bag, and the pros and cons of sleeping bags and quilts here!

Down is almost always the filling of choice. Currently, no other insulation is as light and packable. A good down sleeping bag retains its "loft" for a very long time with proper care.
Pay attention to the right size and consider how cold it can get at most on your trip, then orient yourself to the comfort rating. If you get cold easily, it's better to choose a warmer model.
The thermal performance of a sleeping bag or quilt can be "pimped": with a good, insulated pad, with dry change of clothes, with a hat.

Good down sleeping bags with a comfort rating of 0° or just below weigh under a kilo. These models are often cut narrower, which is important so that the sleeping bag can still effectively warm you even when you are exhausted. (less air needs to be heated...)

Quilts are even lighter due to the lack of bottom insulation. So the pad should be well insulated, and the quilt should be able to be well attached to the pad to avoid cold spots. In warm temperatures, the quilt can be used as a blanket. In cold temperatures, the quilt should be able to be cinched well at the feet and neck, and you definitely need a warm hat. Quilts are cut wide, which gives you more freedom of movement than in a sleeping bag.
If it's your first really long trip, we recommend a sleeping bag, or to put it another way, you should definitely test a quilt thoroughly before starting.
New 2022: The Big Agnes Lost Ranger system combines an outer quilt and inner sleeping bag, both systems can be used together or separately. Very interesting for thru-hikers!

In all cases, an inlet should be used, primarily to protect your sleep system. Only silk is really suitable here, super light and mini pack size!

 

Cooking:


Depending on the country, in Western countries (USA, Europe, New Zealand...) you can usually use a gas stove with screw-on canisters without major problems. However, you should roughly know how long the canisters last and take spare ones with you if in doubt. On long-distance hikes, it's usually about bringing water to a boil quickly; cooking systems such as the Jetboil Flash excel here. These stoves are quite wind-resistant, very compact to pack (a 100g canister can be stored in the pot with the stove) and really fast!

The SOTO stoves from Japan are classic screw-on gas stoves of excellent workmanship quality. The Amicus currently offers one of the best price-performance ratios on the market. The Windmaster is the most powerful screw-on stove on the market!

Even super-light alcohol stoves or hobo stoves have their justification. Super light, the fuel is often easier to get. However, the risk of forest fires should be kept in mind. (That's why these stoves are not allowed in California, for example). Super popular: the x-boil!

Add a light pot, a spoon and a mini lighter or fire steel and you're ready to go...

Small items:

Further equipment:
  • First-aid kit (best assembled yourself and packed in a Loksak)
  • Headlamp (rechargeable, 300-400 lumens is sufficient)
  • Power bank (Tip: Nitecore NB10000, 150g)
  • Smartphone
  • Hygiene: trowel, disinfectant, outdoor soap, (children's toothbrush....)
  • Stuff sacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Water filter, collapsible bottle(s)

Conclusion:

Hike your own hike! That also applies to your equipment. The absolute lightest equipment is not always the right one. You have to be able to handle it and it has to fit your needs!
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