Keeping the weight of your gear down is great if you are going to be carrying it. Whether you are trekking or biking, these light camping essentials will mean you’re not lugging excess weight around.
Buy a climbing rucksack rather than a backpacking one. They usually have fewer pockets and superfluous features most people can do without.
Next you will need an ultralight tent. You’ll need to balance the ground area against weight to get the best combination for your needs, but the Terra Nova Voyager 2.2 is a two-person tent that comes in at around 5 pounds.
If you want a sleeping mat, buy a half- or three quarter-length model to save some precious weight, and lay some clothes under your legs if you need insulation. You should also buy a down-filled sleeping bag, and a multi-purpose down jacket that packs small but adds serious warmth.
The rest of your clothes should be technical layers that can be easily combined to suit any conditions. Think a thermal base layer with a long-sleeved t-shirt and a mid-level fleece, with the down jacket on top for when things get chilly at night. You probably don’t need much more than that. One thing not to skimp on is socks — if you are walking multiple days you will want a fresh pair for comfort.
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