Ultralight Gear I’m Over (And What I’m Using Instead)

Thinking about going ultralight? Not all gear holds up the way you hope. After thousands of miles on trails like the John Muir Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail, and Zion Traverse, I’ve learned which “ultralight favorites” just didn’t work for me — and what I’m using instead. From water filters to packs and tents, here’s the gear I’m officially done with, and why comfort and reliability matter more than ounces. #UltralightBackpacking #BackpackingGear #Zpacks #ThruHiking #TahoeRimTrail #JohnMuirTrail ---------------------------------------------------------- P.S. Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. It helps support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ---------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Support the Channel: Venmo: @colbyonthetrail ---------------------------------------------------------- Discount Codes: Tell Your Trail 12% off: ColbyontheTrail12 https://tellyourtrail.com/?ref=ColbyontheTrail12 Backcountry Foodie 20% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://backcountryfoodie.com/aff/73/ Hilltop Packs 10% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://hilltoppacks.com/colbyonthetrail ---------------------------------------------------------- My Favorite Gear: Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/4kLxv71 Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/4kWEk5t Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/4kUKbbr Water Filter: https://amzn.to/4o45itc Ultralight Trowel: https://amzn.to/4iaU7Mr Summit Suds Powdered Soap: https://amzn.to/3FyXOgx Unpaste Toothpaste Tablets: https://amzn.to/3DUGIJh Outdoor Research Echo Sun Hoodie: https://amzn.to/4iay6gG Nike Men's Challenger Dri-fit 5" Lined Running Shorts: https://amzn.to/4kq1S2B Garmin inReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4kAYVML inCharge XL 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable: https://amzn.to/41QdkMh Camera Gear: DJI Pocket Osmo 3: https://amzn.to/3QVjNRi Insta360 X5: https://amzn.to/4qm7qOw Sony A6700: https://amzn.to/4qkKwa5 Sony G Master 16-55mm Lens: https://amzn.to/48F3Icv ---------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Ultralight Gear I’m Over (Intro) 1:04 - Why I’m Done With the Sawyer & BeFree 3:33 - Backpacks That Just Don’t Work for Me 6:50 - Shoes That Wrecked My Hike 9:08 - Replacing Smart Water Bottles 11:01 - The Tent I’m Finally Retiring 13:11 - Final Thoughts & What’s Next ----------------------------------------------------------