Backpacking Gear Awards: Best of 2024 (So Far)

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This video is SPONSORED by OnX Backcountry: Get 20% off your subscription to (THE BEST) map app: https://www.onxmaps.com/backcountry/r/erichanson These are my top pieces of gear I've used in the last year: 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 Super Cool Sun Hat: https://amzn.to/4bNnkJ3 Honorable Mentions (that weren't mentioned): 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 Chapters: Intro: 00:00 00:18 Sleep System 04:32 Cold Weather Mattress 06:19 Map and Trail App 07:28 Trekking Poles 08:48 Backpack 11:14 Camp Chair 13:13 Hiking Belt 14:16 Rehydration Bag 14:56 Camp Stove 16:31 Headlamp 17:17 Hiking shoes 18:45 Mid Layer 19:40 Sun Hat Figuring out what backpacking gear is worth getting can be overwhelming. It's hard to know what's worth spending money on. I get to use a ton of backpacking gear, so I am well versed in what is truly standout gear. This is my list of gear that I've used in the last year (although not necessarily that it's brand new gear for 2024) that has truly stood out as the best gear available. 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 [email protected]