Do You Actually Need a Lightweight Hiking Backpack? Going HEAVY AND CHEAP!

Backpacks keep getting lighter, but does that mean you have to go ultralight? In this video, I am taking a deep dive into the benefits of heavyweight hiking. I share my personal experiences carrying heavy loads on the Appalachian Trail, the trade-offs between ultralight and budget gear, and tips on how to train for carrying more weight on the trail. What’s your take? Do you go ultralight, or do you embrace the heavyweight lifestyle? Let me know in the comments and check out my recent backpack review of the Mariposa 60: https://youtu.be/TMUuvhv_tmY?si=BXAN0SpJs18T14Rm Special thanks to my brand partners👇 Official Clothing Partner of Epic Trails - Abode Outside: https://abodeoutside.com/ Official Insurance Partner of Epic Trails - Redpoint Travel Protection: https://redpointtravelprotection.com/ Official Backpack Partner of Epic Trails - Gossamer Gear: https://www.gossamergear.com/ Submit gear for review: https://web.heliconia.ca/mike-gear-submission-page Follow me on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epictrails365/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpicTrails365/ Blog: https://in4adventure.com/ Produced By Heliconia Productions: https://www.heliconia.ca/ info@heliconia.ca #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #backpacking #hiking #backpackingtips #hikingtips