




From $78 to $400, this is what you need to know. Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/ERICHANSON to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Packs in this video: Nevo Rhino 65: https://amzn.to/40G8QaD Teton Sports 60: https://amzn.to/4gmLi02 NatureHike 60: https://amzn.to/4jzG6cd Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60: https://alnk.to/dWduZVq Durston Kakwa 55: https://bit.ly/4bKk2GF Mystery Ranch Radix 57: https://alnk.to/7fqHJ2K Outdoor Vitals CS40: https://alnk.to/gKRCH7c Mystery Ranch Bridger 65: https://alnk.to/2FD0dRH Zpacks Arc Haul 70: https://zpacks.com?aff=207 Figuring out what backpacking gear to spend money on can be a daunting task. There are so many options and you can spend huge sums of money. Last year I tested many backpacks, including quite a few budget options, to find great gear at every price point. This video is the summary of a year of rigorous pack testing to help you find what's the best option for you. My favorite budget options for backpacking gear: Featherstone Granite 2P Tent: https://amzn.to/3zVDvHz Ampex 2P Tent: https://amzn.to/3YjnlB4 (if listed for more than $150 look at Bass Pro Shop) Klymit Static V Mattress: https://amzn.to/3NoTXTH Flextail Zero Mattress: https://amzn.to/3YmwokY Flextail Zero Pump: https://amzn.to/3YjGXoG Nevo Rhino 60L Pack: https://amzn.to/4dKsgzD Teton Sports Hiker 3700 Pack: https://amzn.to/4eBoNEG Aegismax Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/4f3t0AK Kelty Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/4h6v90G CampingMoon XD-2F Stove: https://amzn.to/3Y2WiJ4 BRS 3000T stove: https://amzn.to/4eFXbOR AOTO stove :https://amzn.to/402e0Pr TOAKS titanium cookpot: https://amzn.to/407YQs9 NiteCore NU 33 Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3BGMLQx NiteCore NU 25: https://amzn.to/3Y5pT4p CNOC Vecto Water Bag: https://amzn.to/3NrlJPD UCO Spork: https://amzn.to/4eFFcb9 UCO Collapsible Camp Cup: https://amzn.to/3U3wACY My favorite backpacking gear at any price: Sleep System: https://alnk.to/9Ie8Ijc Sleeping Mattress: https://alnk.to/fwr95eR Camp Pillow: https://alnk.to/1XWNyrM Winter Sleeping Mattress: https://alnk.to/aeYpEMf Trekking Poles: https://bit.ly/3Lm0Dkr Backpack: https://bit.ly/4bKk2GF Camp Chair: https://alnk.to/2FBPtLk Hiking Belt: https://alnk.to/clXvqEV Food Rehydration Bag: https://alnk.to/dWckg10 Stove: https://alnk.to/b7ycyYk (or this Amazon version: https://amzn.to/4bK14Qz) Headlamp: https://amzn.to/4eTCfnU Hiking Shoes: https://alnk.to/3U1czUC Mid Layer: https://alnk.to/dAmOis3 Backpack for fast/light: https://alnk.to/hDqeRfa Tent (my favorite semi or freestanding): https://alnk.to/3U18lCz Camp Cookpot: https://amzn.to/3VZ5MEd Backpacking Meals: https://pinnaclefoods.co/ Trowel: https://bit.ly/3Kyr7zu Rain Jacket: https://bit.ly/45t77X1 FlipFuel Canister device: https://bit.ly/3EcUsvP Hiking Pants: https://alnk.to/gKQrXgr Water Filter: https://alnk.to/fHlU4nQ Hiking Shorts: https://alnk.to/28RoiMm Hyperlite Camera Case: https://bit.ly/3QCa3MF Intro: 00:00 Nevo Rhino: 00:49 Teton Sports Hiker 3700 03:05 NatureHike 60: 05:58 Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60: 09:36 Durston Kakwa 55 13:40 Mystery Ranch Radix 57: 17:01 Outdoor Vitals CS 40: 20:13 Mystery Ranch Bridger 65: 23:33 Zpacks Arc Haul 70: 26:59 Many of the above links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. This is a great way support creators you enjoy! If you'd like to work with me, you can reach me at erichanson@thestation.io

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