IF THE DROP.COM BACKPACK IS OUT OF STOCK, HERE'S THE SAME PACK FOR A BIT MORE ($150) STILL WORTH EVERY PENNY 👉 bit.ly/2OdUbSJ This list legit took me 6 months of shopping, buying, and using. Hope it helps!!!

Done car camping my whole life, getting in to backpacking for the first time. I think I've seen you more in the last week than anyone else in my life lol.

I'm trying to get into backpacking and this was very helpful, thanks man

Unbelievable the pricing for the budget ultralight stuff now. $700 for a 12lb weight is amazing. I love your picks here. The only thing I would personally upgrade is the rain jacket, I'd much rather have a slightly heavier rain shell that's a bit more durable.

I've been using the Paria 15° quilt for three years and love it! Great to see them repped here!

Dan, you did all my research for outfitting a new backpacker. Thank you! One of my wife's co-workers is 18, she's done some car camping and day hikes, and now she wants to backpack the PCT. My wife offered my help in building skills and collecting gear. Your list is a perfect start that won't break the bank and some pieces can trade out for ultralight when the time is right.

I’ve come back to this video numerous times already-it’s gold. I’m building my kit and ordered the Paria tent (2P for my wife and I), the quilt (I went for the 15 to stretch it to a 4 season quilt), and hopped over to Decathlon for the jacket.

Thanks for this list Dan! Great suggestions and a realistic price point for folks who are ready to take the plunge into backpacking.

Great list! I've picked some of this up over the past few months in anticipation of my first camping season. I went with the Feelle Solar bank and a Suaoki lantern as well. Both have come in handy already dealing with constant power outages. Stay safe!

Differently a good list! Thanks for taking the time to put it together

Thanks for the review! Glad you like the Trek 100 Down Jacket :)

This is fantastic! Really, really appreciate this list, Dan. I've been watching a bunch of your videos before I head up into the Uintas and now I'd wish I'd started with this one and saved myself some $. I love that everything on your list comes in at 12 lbs total. Thanks for what you do to educate us newbie backpackers. I'm starting at 55!

As someone who motocamps. I've found your videos extremely helpful. You always help me find gear that is reliable and compact

Excellent information and suggestions for gear. I've been backpacking for years and wish I had seen something like this when I was first starting out. Thank You!!

I think you should have recommended the standard size sawywer squeeze tbh. For only a few extra grams and $15 more or so it will save you the headache of that flowrate imo. Great lineup - would be nice to see more budget clothing in another video perhaps

Great information! There are SO MANY gear options out there! Thanks for making this video.

I have several of these products (pack, pad, stove, spoon, pot, rain jacket, medical kit, pocketknife, filter) and wholeheartedly agree with most of these recommendations. A great idea for a follow-up video would be "what might it cost to upgrade a few products, and what would the effect be on the base weight?" Upgrade the Sawyer Mini to the Squeeze for a bit more money and a bit more weight. Upgrade the pot to a Lixada (or equivalent) titanium pot for a bit more money and some decent weight savings. Upgrade the quilt to a Featherstone Moondance for 25% more money and ounces of weight savings. By the way, I'd love to see you do a review of that quilt if you might get your hands on one. I wonder if there's a straightforward way to get to 11 pounds for $800? Heck, this could be a series - 11 pounds for $800, 10 pounds for $900, etc.

Thank you sir. I was looking at down jackets and didn't want to blow a ton of money and ended up going with the decathlon. I been binging a ton of your videos lately stacking up on some items for the upcoming spring/summer. I really appreciate you doing all this! The videos are great and really helpful. I saw your latest video of you hiking out of the canyon and having health issues, sorry to see that and am glad you are ok. You are making a ton of good content, I hope all this pays off and you make a million dollars, you deserve it, you seem like a down to earth dude. Cheers bud.

Working on getting back in shape and plan to get into backpacking next year. Love hiking, and have been dreaming of multi day trips all year. This list is really helpful as someone needing ideas on what I’ll need to get in advance. Hoping to do North Manitou Island next Summer

Super helpful! Definitely helpful to get a solid recommendation for some of the things I’ve been looking for. We’re having to adjust a little bit because we’re family backpacking with littles, excited to compare the packs!

Great guide Dan, and the editing in this one was next level!

I HAD A PIECE OF GEAR BEFORE DAN!!! I found the ozark trail spoon a while ago! I love it!! I've been using the brs stove and Stanley Cook Pot exclusively for a while too!! Great options!!

Dan, found your channel recently, I don’t backpack but I do camp off my motorcycle so most of your recommendations are well suited for my solo camping off of my bike. Having less weight on the bike is a huge plus especially if I drop it 😅, thanks for your assistance!

Thanks so much, awesome video with plenty of info and the best bang for buck gear! Keep up the great work!

I don't comment often BUT...amazing video. I have been watching your channel for a while now as I am getting my gear set together for my first backpacking trip. I find your content so informative and guiding for a green trail junkie like myself! I'm definitely a budget guy! My first longer hikes will either be the Lost Coast Trail or Trans Catalina Trail. Also on my radar are the Rim to Rim Trail of Grand Canyon and Tahoe Rim Trail!

Thanks for taking the time to put it together !

Your vids are always a joy to watch and eminently educational. Well done Dan!

Love the vids Dan. I ended up buying and loving a UGQ Quilt and the pillow you showed here, all on your recommendation. See ya on the trails 😁

Thats a pretty good loadout. Thank you for the effort. I'd like to add a new perspective. The costs that we are all referencing. You have a nearly complete loadout at about 12 lbs. When you add in the few things you didnt cover your still going to end up with a fairly heavy pack....at 700.00. My former passion was the NFL. 700.00 would cover about two games with parking and tailgate. I live in San Diego - Im surrounded by folks that go to the desert for their fun - the quads the motorcycles trailers gas generators. If you do nothing but cycle you would spend twice this loadout price on a decent bike. What about you boat owners. nuff said. Hunting? point is that backpacking compared to virtually all other life hobbies is cheap at its most expensive. What would you have to add to this load out to go from 30 to 20 lbs (all in). Maybe 400.00 would put you in the best gear out there. even if it was doubled. 1500.00 would last you years in this hobby. I think its that we have a hard time paying the price simply because we have a history of prices to compare it to. How do I spend 600.00 on a tent when theres one for 100.00. Now thats a video - compare the price of a great gear loadout with other hobbies. I'll bet its cheaper than 6 months of scrapbooking. Everyone have a great day. Dont look at the news. and hug someone.

Some great choices! Thanks for posting this great stuff for beginners. You are the best!

Great video Dan as always! I have almost everything I need for first time backpacking and I think I’m sold on the Granite Gear packs from what I saw they have limited lifetime warranty meaning lifetime warranty to the purchaser of the pack unlike some cottage companies. Cant wait to hit the trail with the new gear! Your videos and input has been a huge help to saving me and family money and getting quality gear right off the start. So THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

Wish i saw this video first. It would have saved me about 100 hours of watching youtube because this is exactly what Ive been looking for to start buying some first time gear. Thanks brother!

Wow, this video got me some ideas I didn't think about at all before. Very cool. Need to go shopping before next spring

Here's a great little tip... the Energizer headlamp is the same one I use, Energizer makes a case for it that turns it into a lantern that can be hung and it's only about $7.00. It's definitely a convenience item and takes up some space but it protects your headlamp and adds functionality and I don't have to pack a separate lantern for my tent.

Thank you for the puffy jacket info. I’ve got the Mountain Hardware, but wanted an economical version for my son who will grow out of it in a year. I clicked on your link and bought one for the amazing price of $79!

I’ve said I’d never get into backpacking and would stay dedicated to overland/car camping but my friend convinced me to try it out. When I started buying camping things my intentions initially were to get into backpacking so I had mostly everything. Just ordered the last needed things and were planning a trip soon. Looking forward to new expeditions and trying something new!

Super helpful list Dan. Great place for noobs to start and I got some great ideas as someone that’s been at it for a few years as well. Cheers man!

Just found your channel, been years since I camped and this is being very helpful, since I want to moto camp on my motorcyle, so need back packing gear to pack on bike.

This was an excellent video. I'm always looking for new gear to try. I will definitely try out some of the items. Thanks for the video.

Great list. Only change I would make is from Sawyer Mini to HydroBlu Versa Flow. Exact same size & price but a better flow rate. Good find on that jacket!

Fantastic video as usual, Dan. Very helpful!

Many many ideas here for equipped and not so equipped hikers. I love these kinds of videos. Need to take our eyes off the big guys. Lots of great products out there not so well known.

Many good choices and very helpful for beginners. Also useful even for some of us who already have a full set, to think of replacements but don't want to break the bank

Thanks Dan, that was really helpful.

First backpacking tent was the Paria Bryce 2P and its still going strong. Love it!

Good job researching the options! Makes me sorta wish I didn't already have everything. No telling how much more I spent! 😂

Wow! I really appreciate all the work you put into this list.

This was seriously an awesome video!! I am looking for a new lightweight tent and possible some more camping essentials and wow some great tips and recommendations here! Thanks

Great list! Thanks Dan!

Great video Dan and awesome find on Drop! More people need to be tuned into Drop for awesome deals!

Started off with a similar set up and that exact Paria Sleeping bag. Did me well for a long time as I slowly upgraded gear over the years.

As someone who plans to hike in the warmer seasons and not in winter I feel like I could change some of the items out, but otherwise awesome video and thanks for all the recommendations!!

Great list!! Thanks, very helpful

Hello Dan we hope all is well . we sure wish we could get out and about. seeing you set up is really making us a little jealous right now. we cant even go camping unless we have our own toilet as the facilities are closed :( we sure cant wait to get back out there. we really appreciate all the knowledge and information you bring. Stay safe Love and Light Sarah and Glenn

Very informative video, really enjoy watching the videos you post on your channel.

Very good finds and useful items thank you very much for taking the time to do this😎👍👍👍👍👍👍

Im new to this world and trying to hike this summer you help me a lot thanks Dan!

I can say the Paria Bryce tent is great! I have the 2p because I was traveling with 2 60lb dogs at the time. The 2p had enough room for me my dogs and my gear. I have been using it for 4 yrs and it is holding up great!

Really good information. Thanks for sharing.

This was really helpful. Thanks!

Good set up Dan! I got my wife the static V insulated and she loves it and we have taken it out in Feb in Ohio and did just fine. Like the OZ trail spoon I have one too it's great 😂

Such a great video, I love this great information, so helpful.

Yes great to see it!! I just got that exact spoon ON SALE for 50 cents. Grabbed a few, like when I say Just got, literally 30 mins ago. Stoked, slowly gathering gear

This is dope, thanks bro!! 🤙🏼

Dan, you have great videos dude, keep it up! I really like this list. For the sleep system, Paria is the BEST bang for the buck, but I would have gone with their 15-degree quilt. I own it and it rocks. Just my 2 pennies.

This is honest & quality informational content. Excellent video.

I would suggest a sleeping bag if your going to use the Klymit pad. Quilts don't really go good with them. Since the grooves are designed to trap the loft underneath you. You will have a much warmer sleep with a bag opposed to a quilt. That said they are good pads but most of the complaints about them are from quilt users.

Thanks for the tip on the sleeping bag!

Thanks Dan, all your videos are great , honest and enjoying time My favourite headlamp is fenix .. Actually, I love all fenix flash lights

Great timing on this video! I’m trying to help some friends/first time backpackers get geared up for the summer months.

Very interesting choices. Especially the spoon. Thanks for that heads up. I need something that is cheap and actually works well for backpacking.

Great video Dan. Guess now I have to buy that quilt to make you feel better. Maybe the jacket too in case you get to feeling puny later on..

I think the list is very nice and I am sure very helpful to those starting out. Good job

You have convinced me on the Paria Bryce! I will be getting the 2 person for myself and my girlfriend to use as soon as I can. We are getting one piece of gear at a time as we can afford it and before you know it we will be on trail! When the time comes the Paria Bryce 2p is it!! I’d love the Granite bag but I think I’ll have to go even cheaper with the Teton Sports Scout 3400.

Thank you for the update and info God's Blessings on all your adventures

Great gear!!! You are fully right about the Decathlon Trek 100... Love this jacket

Thanks. Nice choices.

Awesome video! I really appreciate how much work you put into it. I have a buddy who’s just starting to get into backpacking and I’m going to send him the link to that tent you mentioned. Looks like a great bang for the buck tent!

Great list. I have been using the Paria 1 person tent and their 30 degree quilt and are both great value and really good quality.

Great video! Wish you'll do more stuff like this one. Love your channel 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

awesome list great info thanks dude!

This is a great list, Dan! All quality gear that will last a long time as well!

Thank you so much for videos like these I'm the person that really enjoys and loves these videos.

Just recently found your channel and this video is gold for someone like myself who is always looking for the beat bang for the buck or budget finds. Too bad Walmart killed off the Ozark long spoon. Now they’re on eBay for $3-5 unless you get lucky.

Very clear and precise information> Thank You Mr. Becker

Good job Dan. I'm a big Paria fan because of the quality, price and the lifetime warranty (that's a huge bonus). The Bryce 1P has been my go to tent for two years and I've used it in all four seasons. The shape sheds the snow except for the vestibule portion but that's not a show stopper. The 30 degree quilt was my first one and still will be my summer quilt even though I have one from UGQ. You could have gone with their sleeping pad, the Recharge XL, as well. Only $85 for a 4.7R 76x23x4 that's comfy as hell. Also, a 72x24 piece of Reflectix weights 10oz and does a great job supplementing the R value of a sleeping pad. I have a video on my channel where I did an "experiment" with it.

also just got the Bryce 2P tent - it looks so awesome, cant wait to use it. Great choice! Really good value and super light.

Thanks. Good info.

I am on the waiting list for the pack and the puffy. (no hurry, already have a pack and a puffy) Great Finds and thanks, Dan! PS, I went to the Klymit Insulated V Lux a while back and it's great! I recommend it and it is QUIET! If you don't like a noisy, crunchy pad, try this one.

Great list! Love the recommendations. Definitely thinking about getting the Granite Gear backpack and the Parria Quilt!

Good new style of editing, Dan 👏🏼

Really well done Dan!

Thanks Dan!!! Woooooo!!!! Nice!!! Why do there have to be so many great budget down sleeping bags and quilts to have to choose from out there lol 😂!

Thanks for a really good list. Paria quilt is on my list, so is Moondance 25. Both are within 1/10 oz of each other and 4F comfort rating. I am going with a different tent so my $ will be higher but I *did* get my base down to 11.54, meaning I have a wee bit of play now in weight. Still sticking with my $0.25 Tea Spoon from Goodwill because I'm a spork snob and Sweet Tea Y'all.😉👍

Great job as always

I’ve used the OT spoon for years for the same reasons you said. Cheap light and hard to damage

DB has the best video advice out there

Thanks again Dan. I ordered the jacket because of your insights

Happy Easter Dan.

I've used a Klymit Static V insulated for kayak camping for years. It's never let me down. I have been wanting a Paria Zion 2p for awhile, but wasn't in need of an upgrade. Now that I am, they aren't currently in stock. Figures.