What size pack should a beginner get for backpacking and hiking? That’s what we’ll be discussing in this video.
Below is a list of the packs seen in the video, but they are really just examples of some of he different categories of backpacking packs and hiking systems. There are lots of great packs out there to fit different uses and body types. It’s all about finding the right system for you.
EMS Longtrail 70 – Men’s Backpack
Osprey Hornet 46 – Unisex Backpack
Gregory Deva – Women’s Backpack
Surplus Alice Pack – Medium
Surplus Load Bearing Vest equipped with butt-pack.
Day 1 (20.5 miles)
Begin at Lakeview Tunnel at the end of the “Road to Nowhere”
Benton MacKaye Trail / Lakeshore Trail
Bear Creek Trail
Welch Ridge Trail
High Rocks Vista – Great views of Fontana Lake!
Cold Spring Gap Trail
Hazel Creek Trail
End at Backcountry Campsite 82
Day 2 (24.5 Miles)
Hazel Creek Trail
Lakeshore Trail / Benton MacKaye Trail
End at Backcountry Campsite 76
Day 3 (12 Miles)
Lake Shore Trail / Benton MacKaye Trail
End at Lakeview Drive (Road to Nowhere) Trailhead and the Car!
Osprey Hornet 46 Backpack
Hennessey Hammock – Expedition A-Sym
Sea to Summit Toaster – Fleece Sleeping Bag Liner (used as primary bag)
Klymit Inertia X-Frame Sleeping Pad
11 pounds Base Weight + extra filming gear and electronics that the average person probably won’t need. I was actually carrying closer to 13 lbs while filming. See the full Ultralight Gear List Video for a detailed look at the 11 pound system, plus tips for going sub-10-pounds if desired.
