Super Ultralight Backpacking Trip

This video showcases the "lighter side" of backpacking by featuring a trip using my new, less than 5lb pack system. This style of hiking is technically referred to as "Super Ultra Lightweight Backpacking". After much time spent in the field hiking with packs weighing upward of 50lbs, the past few years have found me leaning toward a slightly more "minimalist" approach in regard to my backpacking style. This path first brought me to pack weights of about 20 pounds... ultimately arriving where I am now with a full feature pack weighing less than 5lbs. Don't get me wrong, I like gear as much as the next person. In fact, a variety of gear is not only necessary for certain outdoor pursuits, but mandatory in many instances. With that said, I have taken a serious look at what I actually "need" for certain activities, and have been adopting a "less is more" mindset. This has been more of a person challenge as much as anything. Safety and comfort remain paramount. I am not advocating going into the wilderness under-equipped or unprepared. Significant experience in the field is essentially mandatory to find a balance of what is luxury and what is necessity. Even with this knowledge and experience, these types of gear systems are limited to specific conditions and circumstances. Of course, all of this is only my own opinion and personal experience. I remain open-minded and welcome any insight, experience, and advice that you may have to offer.

There is a comprehensive gear review highlighting the entire system that is featured in this video. This includes a complete breakdown of gear, weights, prices, and personal philosophies.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiBRIuP73Ew

Here is a quick look at the major "load out" contents for this trip:
• Hip / Fanny Pack
• Tarp Tent Shelter (with stakes & cordage)
• Ultralight Down Sleeping Bag
• Sleeping Pad
• Emergency Blanket
• Cook-Set (alcohol stove, pot, grill, utensil, etc)
• Water Bottle / Purification
• Clothing (base layers, socks, micro-fleece jacket)
• Essentials Kit (knife, flashlight, lighter, whistle, multi- tool, etc)
• First-Aid Kit
• Repair Kit
• Toiletries Kit
• Consumables (food, water, fuel, etc)
• Extras (fishing rod, reel, tackle)


This video is currently being featured on my Blog, along with other videos and outdoor related articles. You can stop by for a visit at:
http://intenseangleroutdoors.blogspot.com/

Links to YouTube users credited in video:
http://www.youtube.com/user/CrazyTaileZ
http://www.youtube.com/user/rainbowhiker
http://www.youtube.com/user/dmacken11

Music Credits:
"Deep African Sunrise" - Barry Dean
"Noman Nights" - George E. Martindell & Frank P. Sonsini
"Don't Go Away" -- Steven Leonard Messina
"Sweet Surrender" -- Steve B. Johnson
*All music used with full permission. All rights for reuse has been authorized and explicitly granted to IntenseAngler Outdoors.

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[dazwalkingman]

what do you call the clamp you put on your walking pole to conect the camera to its just what i need

[intenseangler]

@dazwalkingman It's called a StickPic... an awesome piece of equipment for sure! I have a video on my channel showing how to make a homemade version for about a dollar if that helps too....

[cbarsonfire]

Dude, 0630 is still sleeping time unless U are going off to work. Yeah sometimes it is nice to wake up early. Gotta have that coffee though

[intenseangler]

@cbarsonfire I know exactly what you mean my friend! The sunrise and coffee were well worth it though :-)

[realedelbug]

Very cool, love the use of your light weight items. Very crafty!

[intenseangler]

@realedelbug Thanks :-)

[TheOutdoorBasics]

Hey just wanted to say your pretty much my hero. Haven't commented on any of your videos cuz I was just a newb at all this stuff. But having watched a lot of your stuff I've been inspired to reduce my gear as well. I've gone from a 30 lb set up down to a 15 lb set up that I just hiked 2 days with last week. And proud to say that next week I'll be taking on the black forest trail with a base weight if 5.5 lb! Thanks for all the great videos and ideas. Wish I could make some of the stuff you make

[OzClawhammer]

Very inspiring... but a little too light for me ;) . What was your rod set-up?, telescoping, 3 piece etc?

[cougarbahia]

love ur vid. what can is that ur using as a cup? tuna can? i love the outdoors. im a good fisherman too love it.. ty karen

[dazwalkingman]

thanks mate 

[Backpacker1112]

In this video were using the Outdoor Products Treking Poles?

[volsfan36]

I hope you have a license for all that fishin'. I wish I could pack that light but here in the Cherokee National Forest the rain is way to unpredictable to count on having a fire for food!