From a 26 kg Pack to a 4 kg Base Weight - My Gear for a Week-Long Hike

Complete gear list with weights (LighterPack): https://lighterpack.com/r/r089ta How do you go from a 26 kg backpack to a 4 kg base weight? In this video, I walk you through my complete gear setup for a week-long hike and explain how I’ve gradually reduced the weight of my backpack over the years. From my tent and sleeping system to the smallest accessories, I’ll show you what I carry, why I use it, and, perhaps more importantly, what I’ve learned to leave at home. I’ve used this setup on week-long hikes in the Finnish wilderness, including the Käsivarsi Wilderness Area, Urho Kekkonen National Park, and the Hetta–Pallas–Ylläs trail. Ultralight backpacking isn’t just about buying the lightest gear available. Sometimes, the biggest weight savings come from realizing what you don’t actually need to carry in the first place. I’ll also share some of my early gear-buying mistakes and what I’ve learned along the way. My goal is to help you build a practical, lightweight backpacking setup without wasting money on gear you’ll eventually stop using. Watch my 122 km Hetta–Pallas–Ylläs hiking film:    • Hetta-Pallas-Ylläs | 122 km Hike Under the...   In this video: – Ultralight backpacking and base weight explained – My complete gear list for a week-long hike – Backpacking gear weights and prices – The Big Three: backpack, shelter, and sleep system – Gear I’ve stopped carrying and why – How to reduce pack weight without unnecessary purchases – Food, water, and total pack weight None of the gear featured in this video was provided in exchange for promotion, and this video is not sponsored. What do you think of my setup? Is there anything you’d change, or do you carry something different on your own hikes? Let me know in the comments! If you’re into hiking, backpacking, and spending time in the wilderness, consider subscribing and joining me on future adventures! Chapters 0:00 Is It Worth Worrying About Backpack Weight? 2:57 My Journey Towards a Lighter Backpack 4:07 What I Pack for a Week-Long Hike 23:20 Gear I No Longer Bring on Hikes 32:25 Lightweight Backpacking and My Hiking Philosophy