Backpacking gear to get you started 

Not new to the hiking and camping, but new to your channel. Good stuff, brother. Always nice to see a hiking/camping/bushcrafting channel with level-headedness and the "you do you, but also consider" attitude. And your background music is on point. Subbed.

I mostly car camp but I like my backpacking gear because it takes up less space when I store gear in off season. I do plan on doing some backpacking soon. I took up bouldering during the pandemic and I want to go bouldering at Grayson Highlands. I have to increase my mileage first and prep my teen, he boulders too. I'm 7 mo out from foot surgery. I've been doing 10 miles with roomy shoes on. I'm doing a lot of barefoot hikes a the maritime forrest trails in VB to rehab my foot. Doc said to walk in the sand. Walking is boring and the beach is crowded. The hiking trails have plenty of loose sand (and packed sand, water, gravel, mulch, and grass - lots of good grounding too). I'm just glad to be able to keep moving. Probably next year for the bouldering but likely a preview hike at Grayson in the fall. Or at least the AT by Tye river and crab tree falls area. I can only challange ny foot with distance here. Everything is flat.

I'm not a newbie but thank you for going straight to the point and giving some words about all the different options

Thanks for this list. New to backpacking but been a mountain biker and backcountry enthusiast my whole life.

I have no idea why RU-vid is suggesting hiking videos as I'm disabled and occasionally car camp. But I love watching them.

So good. This definitely covers all the bases. I learned most of this stuff the hard way...

For sleeping pads, I reckon a top recommendation would be for an insulated pad from the get go. It's gonna allow people to sleep in colder conditions and it works just as well in warmer conditions.

I agree in terms of buy once cry once. I did the same with sleeping pads. My cheap 1 did me 3 nights and so couldn’t stand it anymore. My Neo Air XLite has been with me for a few years at this point and I wouldn’t swap it for anything.

Thanks Joe appreciate the information going from 18 century treking to using modern equipment the input helps , stay strong

Definitely one of the most helful videos i've watched so far ! I feel a bit more prepared now, thanks ! :)

Finally someone who's talking from a side sleepers point of view! haha always seems everyone out there is some super hero back sleeper. Doesn't matter how much I try, sleeping on the back just kills the sleep quality. Adjust the sleeping system so that it fits your sleeping style. Very down to earth video, thanks. Going to follow this.

I think you did the explanation of the gear very well, good job bro

Great video. Thanks for your help

Awesome video! Thanks for the information!!

just found your channel, the way you explain you points is just on point ;)

Darn Tough. Once you said that I knew that anything else you were talking about was truth. Thanks for this

9:27 😂 I laughed out loud. Great video, thanks!

Great channel dude, I'm glad I found you.

great video, thank you for sharing

Have you tried folding a spare shirt or stuff sacks and putting it between your pillow and pad to get more height? Just an idea I’ve never tried, but I just thought of it, since I use the Trekology Aluft for the 5% of trips that I sleep on the ground in shelters instead of in my hammock

Awesome content. Thanks for posting. Subbed 👍🏼

Great vids that you do ..thanks. I do merino wool sock tests(Point6-CEP-Darn tough-Icebreaker-Farm to Feet-Vitalsox-Smartwool) and socks are sort of a personal matter and ultimately people have to try them for themselves. But..I have found that people that like Darn tough have a certain type of foot/diet/lifestyle and although they are quality and last a long time.....they don't work as well for others like myself. I prefer the CEP/point6/Smartwool as they are more athletic fit. They also breath better than the DT socks. Where as the Farm to feet and Icebreaker are more neutral..well made also and are for everyone.

thanks for all the info...question...how long does the cooking gas canister last? How many meals can you get out of one?

Altough I agree with most of your points i feel like i have to point out two things: - Regarding getting rid of cotton I think a mention of meriono wool would have been good. Definitly more expensive than polyester but from my experience it has a better moisture functionality and polyester clothing tends to smell more on multy day trips. But definitly go to a local store and try it on before you just take it onto a trip for the first time, a lot of ppl do not like the feeling of it even though its faaaar less scratchy than normal wool you might think of. - Your Point about Hiking boots is totally invalid. Good Hiking Boots with hiking socks (again i prefer merino) will have super good ventilation and your chances for blistering are not increased. On the contrary a boot tends to keep your foot in a more fixed position and the micro movements that are one of the main reasons for blisters are reduced. Also in wetter climates like Washington, Canada or Northern Europe boots tend to help keep your feet dry from splashing water which than reduces the blister chances. Also with unexperience hikers the ankle support can help prevent injuries. But there are studies about the endurance aspect of weight on the feet and every gram saved on the feet helps a lot more than on the back. So the loss of endurance can lead to a loss of concentration and therefore increase your chance for injuries again so maybe that trades off ;)

How do you protect your air mattress from pokie things that put holes in your mattress? Other hiker videos skip this and take chances and depend to much on finding the holes and patching them with a very limited patch kit.

Hi, I get why using shoes is better than boots when considering humidity control. However, what about the ankle support that is lacking for shoes?

Why not an AL pot? MSR ceramic pump filter is amazing. It's a great way to spend 200 bucks. I have a squeeze and the bag broke first time out... still have one. But I grew up using the msr. Love those. Don't have one now

Great tips, love the calm energy 🙂. But why not mention some kind of knife, light and eating tool. 🙋‍♂️

That was really helpful, really appreciate the "no bs" style. Like and subscribe for the fart sound.

Great channel just happened upon it and subd

Joe do you ver use your sleeping pad with your hammock

I much rather prefer hiking boots, for ankle protection, just overall foot protection, their comfortable, waterproof, and last for a long time.

Feels like it's not a list to get started, but more like, get this stuff so you don't have to replace shittier gear later.

things that make you go hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

If you want something that dries quickly AND won't melt if it catches fire, wear Nomex. Seriously.

DISLIKE.. LOOK LIKE A HUGE AD FOR GEAR... WHAT ABOUT WOOL SOCKS MATE???