What Does it REALLY Cost to Backpack?

It comes as no surprise that it costs a lot to backpack. But what is surprising is just how little your favorite content creators (me…I know…) pay for their backpacking gear. So I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you the inside scoop of the actual cost to backpack. This video is also packed with plenty of ways to save big on outdoor gear. But what’s an Easter egg without a hunt? You’ll have to check out the video to learn more. 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 used gear forums and sites USA backpacking gear flea market for women (I’ve bought and sold here): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BackpackingGearFleaMarketForWomen UL geartrade subreddit (I’ve sold gear hear): https://www.reddit.com/r/ULgeartrade/ Outdoorsy Littles B/S/T (great for kids stuff): https://www.facebook.com/groups/781122928663366 UL Hiking Gear Swap (bought and sold here): https://www.facebook.com/groups/238730159813181 Mercari: Great for clothing: https://merc.li/FSGanGzrb 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 spicy takes? 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/ #backpackinggear #backpacking #wildernessbackpacking ✨Time stamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:36 - How much to spend on backpacking clothing 04:49 - The most expensive backpacking gear 07:47 - The 10 Essentials 09:02 - Camp kitchen costs 10:22 - Misc luxury items 11:27 - How much do backpacking packs cost? 12:29 - The real cost of backpacking vs what content creators and gear reviews pay 13:43 - Outro