My Simple 10-Lb Ultralight Backpacking/Fastpacking Gear List 2026 — What Works & Why I Carry It

This is my complete 10-lb ultralight backpacking and fastpacking gear list for 2026 — everything I actually carry, why I carry it, and what I've learned works for me. This isn't a theoretical gear list or a collection of the newest and most expensive ultralight gear. It's a simple, effective, and relatively inexpensive system I've developed through nearly 30 years of backpacking and endurance sports. I walk through my entire backpacking kit — pack, shelter, sleep system, clothing, water filtration, electronics, first aid, hygiene, repair items, phone, wallet, car key, and more. I also explain WHY I've made each choice, including some very simple and inexpensive alternatives to traditional backpacking gear. Disclosure: I am a sponsored athlete with Hammer Nutrition. I use and recommend their products based on my own experience. ‪@hammernutrition‬ My complete base weight is approximately 10 pounds, and when I say complete, I mean complete. If I'm carrying it when I hit the trailhead, it's included. My goal isn't to tell you what you should carry. It's to show what's actually working for me and hopefully give you some ideas for making your own backpacking or fastpacking setup lighter, simpler, less expensive, and more effective. If you have questions about any of the gear or have discovered a simple solution of your own, leave a comment below. #UltralightBackpacking #BackpackingGear #UltralightGear #Fastpacking #GearList #Backpacking #HikingGear #ultralight Enjoyed this video? You can ‘buy me a coffee’ here — totally optional, and always appreciated: 👉 https://buymeacoffee.com/kevinrstrauss ☮❤🤝 Peace. Love. Connect. Contact - https://KevinRStrauss.com/contact-us Blog - https://KevinRStrauss.com/blog LinkedIn -   / kevinrstrauss   Website - https://KevinRStrauss.com Endurance Sport Coaching - https://TriTMI.KevinRStrauss.com Uchi Business - https://uchiconnection.com - A social app for strengthening relationships. Book - INNOVATE THE 1% - 7 Areas To Nurture For Success - Amazon Short: https://t.ly/EYeI