Backpacking Myths That Everyone Believes, But Aren't True

Myths and mysteries surrounding the oh-so-dirty art of backpacking keeping you from getting out more? Well, you’re in luck. Because this video debunks all of that mind drama that’s stopping you from getting out and going backpacking. As an ex-outdoor writer and current backpacking educator I want you to feel confident hitting the trail. So let’s debunk a bunch of backpacking myths, derived from the swirling, whirling (and let’s face it - mostly male-dominated) backpacking culture. What was a myth YOU believed about backpacking? Support my channel - buy me a backcountry coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/megintheforest I don't accept sponsored gear or trips. I don't hawk courses. And I don't gatekeep information. My mission is to tell my story completely for free. This channel is completely funded by me. My favorite mountain backpacking gear 👇 OR Astroman Sun Hoodie: https://alnk.to/fSiBG9O Granite Gear Blaze (for any overall weight above 30 lbs): https://alnk.to/ge87E1A Snapfolds UL Bowl: https://alnk.to/c09W6w0 MSR PocketRocket (pricier, but durable): https://rei.pxf.io/RGNnjN Katadyn Be Free Filter: https://rei.pxf.io/kO1MKM One Hydration Drinking tube for SmartWater Bottle: https://alnk.to/4XxCRKZ Sea to Summit UltraSil Compression Sack 20L: https://rei.pxf.io/JKv4ra Adotek Grizzly Proof UL Bear Sack: https://alnk.to/2FDM7C2 Loksak: https://amzn.to/43FMfOf Sunscreen stick: https://amzn.to/43PDbq9 Freshette Pee Funnel: https://rei.pxf.io/e15EGO Kula Cloth Pee Rag: https://alnk.to/5Q7pLD5 Garmin inReach Mini: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvV0q Gerber Dime Multi-Tool: https://rei.pxf.io/zx5b3r Thermarest NeoLoft Pad - wide: https://rei.pxf.io/VxvY9R Enlightened Equipment Enigma Sleeping Quilt 20F: https://alnk.to/aWFodLm Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Pillow: https://alnk.to/4BI6UnI NiteCore NB10000 Gen 2 Power Bank: https://alnk.to/c09W6sB Duece of Spades Toilet Trowel: https://alnk.to/2Qyx6dv Culo Clean Bidet: https://amzn.to/4l08ST7 Big Agnes Copper Spur (I own 3 of these tents in 1 - 3 person and LOVE them all): https://rei.pxf.io/2aL5zD NOTE These are affiliate links. I get a small kickback from every purchase, no matter the purchase, at no additional cost to you. This is a small way you can show support for my channel and it means a lot, so thank you! Want more honest backpacking tips? Here’s how we can stay in touch: Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Aforestfox/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@megintheforest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megintheforest/ #backpacking #backpackingtips #backpackinggear ✨Time stamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Backpacking Myth 1: The biggest of them all 01:16 - Backpacking Myth 2 01:47 - Myth 3 03:15 - Backpacking Myth 3 04:18 - Myth 5 05:36 - Backpacking Myth 6 06:33 - Myth 7 07:38 - Myth 8 08:33 - Myth 9