Pack4Back Planner: Ultralight Hiking Equipment List

Ultralight Hiking Equipment List — Video Kit

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48 / 48 packed (100%)

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48 / 48 packed (100%)9 categories25 linked to GearDB47 / 47 required packedWeight: 6.4 kgVolume: 29.8 LGear 29.8 L / Pack 52.0 L · Within pack capacity

Backpack & Storage3 items

Backpack

The author's favourite framed pack: strong Ultra fabric and a supportive carry system suit long hiking days. Estimated weight: 1,080 g.

Weight1.1 kgVolume52.0 LQty1

Small Dry Bag

Small 70D roll-top dry bag keeps electronics and the first aid kit together and protected from moisture.

Weight45 gVolume2 dLQty1

Clothing Dry Bag

Roomy 70D dry bag keeps spare clothing dry and organised inside the backpack.

Weight75 gVolume3 dLQty1

Name	Description	Weight	Volume	Qty
Backpack	The author's favourite framed pack: strong Ultra fabric and a supportive carry system suit long hiking days. Estimated weight: 1,080 g.	1.1 kg	52.0 L	1
Small Dry Bag	Small 70D roll-top dry bag keeps electronics and the first aid kit together and protected from moisture.	45 g	2 dL	1
Clothing Dry Bag	Roomy 70D dry bag keeps spare clothing dry and organised inside the backpack.	75 g	3 dL	1
Category subtotal		1.2 kg	5 dL	3

Shelter4 items

Tent

Single-person DCF trekking-pole shelter that keeps the sleeping setup light; 450 g for the author's carried setup.

Weight450 gVolume5.0 LQty1

Aluminium Tent Pegs

Five lightweight aluminium pegs provide the shelter's main anchor points, at 10 g each.

Weight50 gVolume80 mlQty1

Carbon Tent Pegs

Five thin carbon pegs add anchor points with very little weight: 3.5 g each, 17.5 g total, rounded to 18 g.

Weight18 gVolume30 mlQty1

Spare Tent Peg

Backup shelter peg in case one is lost or damaged. Estimated weight: 10 g, assuming a lightweight aluminium peg.

Weight10 gVolume20 mlQty1

Name	Description	Weight	Volume	Qty
Tent	Single-person DCF trekking-pole shelter that keeps the sleeping setup light; 450 g for the author's carried setup.	450 g	5.0 L	1
Aluminium Tent Pegs	Five lightweight aluminium pegs provide the shelter's main anchor points, at 10 g each.	50 g	80 ml	1
Carbon Tent Pegs	Five thin carbon pegs add anchor points with very little weight: 3.5 g each, 17.5 g total, rounded to 18 g.	18 g	30 ml	1
Spare Tent Peg	Backup shelter peg in case one is lost or damaged. Estimated weight: 10 g, assuming a lightweight aluminium peg.	10 g	20 ml	1
Category subtotal		528 g	5.1 L	4

Sleep System6 items

Sleeping Pad

Warm inflatable pad with R-value 7.3; the wide shape gives more room for comfortable sleep.

Weight540 gVolume3.5 LQty1

Sleeping Quilt

Quilt with 370 g of 850FP goose down offers warmth for little weight; the 570 g setup includes straps and stuff sack.

Weight570 gVolume7.0 LQty1

Camping Pillow

Compact inflatable pillow adds sleeping comfort without much weight or packed bulk.

Weight74 gVolume3 dLQty1

Foam Utility Mat

Half-length foam mat provides a light seat and an extra insulating layer for camp.

Weight50 gVolume1.5 LQty1

Thin Sleep Socks

Thin, lightweight socks kept for sleeping, so a dry pair is ready at camp.

Weight25 gVolume80 mlQty1

Warm Sleep Socks

Warm Alpha 120 sleep socks add insulation for cold nights at only 35 g per pair.

Weight35 gVolume2 dLQty1

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Name	Description	Items	Weight	Volume	Qty
Sleeping Pad	Warm inflatable pad with R-value 7.3; the wide shape gives more room for comfortable sleep.		540 g	3.5 L	1
Sleeping Quilt	Quilt with 370 g of 850FP goose down offers warmth for little weight; the 570 g setup includes straps and stuff sack.		570 g	7.0 L	1
Camping Pillow	Compact inflatable pillow adds sleeping comfort without much weight or packed bulk.		74 g	3 dL	1
Foam Utility Mat	Half-length foam mat provides a light seat and an extra insulating layer for camp.		50 g	1.5 L	1
Thin Sleep Socks	Thin, lightweight socks kept for sleeping, so a dry pair is ready at camp.		25 g	80 ml	1
Warm Sleep Socks	Warm Alpha 120 sleep socks add insulation for cold nights at only 35 g per pair.	—	35 g	2 dL	1
Category subtotal			1.3 kg	12.5 L	6

Water3 items

Water Bag

Collapsible 2 L bag adds water capacity when needed and packs down small when empty.

Weight70 gVolume2 dLQty1

Water Bottle

Reused PET bottle is a simple, light everyday water container; about 0.8 L capacity.

Weight42 gVolume9 dLQty1

Water Filter

Screw-on filter fits the 42 mm water bag, keeping the water-filtering setup simple and compact.

Weight40 gVolume2 dLQty1

Name	Description	Weight	Volume	Qty
Water Bag	Collapsible 2 L bag adds water capacity when needed and packs down small when empty.	70 g	2 dL	1
Water Bottle	Reused PET bottle is a simple, light everyday water container; about 0.8 L capacity.	42 g	9 dL	1
Water Filter	Screw-on filter fits the 42 mm water bag, keeping the water-filtering setup simple and compact.	40 g	2 dL	1
Category subtotal		152 g	1.3 L	3

Cooking6 items

Cooking Pot

Light titanium pot doubles as a mug and cooking vessel; the author carries it without the lid to save weight.

Weight54 gVolume8 dLQty1

Cookware Pouch

Very light Tyvek pouch keeps the cooking kit together and separates it from other gear.

Weight6 gVolume40 mlQty1

Spoon

Reused plastic spoon does the job for just 6 g, with no need for a heavier utensil.

Weight6 gVolume30 mlQty1

Stove

Compact 59 g gas stove provides a simple way to heat water and cook at camp.

Weight59 gVolume1 dLQty1

Gas Canister

Small fuel container saves space in the cooking kit. Estimated empty weight: 100 g; fuel is listed separately.

Weight100 gVolume6 dLQty1

Gas Fuel

100 g of gas for the stove; the author says this amount lasts ten days with their cooking routine.

Weight100 gVolume0 LQty1

Name	Description	Weight	Volume	Qty
Cooking Pot	Light titanium pot doubles as a mug and cooking vessel; the author carries it without the lid to save weight.	54 g	8 dL	1
Cookware Pouch	Very light Tyvek pouch keeps the cooking kit together and separates it from other gear.	6 g	40 ml	1
Spoon	Reused plastic spoon does the job for just 6 g, with no need for a heavier utensil.	6 g	30 ml	1
Stove	Compact 59 g gas stove provides a simple way to heat water and cook at camp.	59 g	1 dL	1
Gas Canister	Small fuel container saves space in the cooking kit. Estimated empty weight: 100 g; fuel is listed separately.	100 g	6 dL	1
Gas Fuel	100 g of gas for the stove; the author says this amount lasts ten days with their cooking routine.	100 g	0 L	1
Category subtotal		325 g	1.5 L	6

Clothing9 items

Softshell Jacket

Light stretch softshell gives wind protection while walking without the bulk of a heavier jacket.

Weight220 gVolume1.0 LQty1

Rain Jacket

Light rain shell adds weather protection for little weight. The author's old jacket began leaking after four years.

Weight230 gVolume7 dLQty1

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Rain Pants

Very light overtrousers add a protective layer for wet and windy conditions.

Weight100 gVolume4 dLQty1

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Insulation Hoodie

Breathable Alpha Direct insulation adds warmth while walking and at camp; part of the author's layered alternative to a down jacket.

Weight130 gVolume1.5 LQty1

Insulation Pants

Light Alpha Direct trousers add warmth under outer layers and help extend the kit into colder conditions.

Weight100 gVolume1.0 LQty1

Base Layer Top

Grid thermal top adds another warm layer; the author relies on extra layering rather than a down jacket.

Weight135 gVolume7 dLQty1

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Neck Gaiters

Versatile neck and head coverings adapt to changing weather. Estimated bundle weight: 90 g, assuming one 30 g and one 60 g gaiter.

Weight90 gVolume3 dLQty1

Liner Gloves

Thin 25 g liner gloves provide light warmth while walking without much bulk.

Weight25 gVolume1 dLQty1

Spare Hiking Socks

Spare COOLMAX toe socks with a double cuff keep a fresh walking pair ready; individual toe pockets separate the toes.

Weight57 gVolume2 dLQty1

Name	Description	Items	Weight	Volume	Qty
Softshell Jacket	Light stretch softshell gives wind protection while walking without the bulk of a heavier jacket.		220 g	1.0 L	1
Rain Jacket	Light rain shell adds weather protection for little weight. The author's old jacket began leaking after four years.	—	230 g	7 dL	1
Rain Pants	Very light overtrousers add a protective layer for wet and windy conditions.	—	100 g	4 dL	1
Insulation Hoodie	Breathable Alpha Direct insulation adds warmth while walking and at camp; part of the author's layered alternative to a down jacket.		130 g	1.5 L	1
Insulation Pants	Light Alpha Direct trousers add warmth under outer layers and help extend the kit into colder conditions.		100 g	1.0 L	1
Base Layer Top	Grid thermal top adds another warm layer; the author relies on extra layering rather than a down jacket.	—	135 g	7 dL	1
Neck Gaiters	Versatile neck and head coverings adapt to changing weather. Estimated bundle weight: 90 g, assuming one 30 g and one 60 g gaiter.		90 g	3 dL	1
Liner Gloves	Thin 25 g liner gloves provide light warmth while walking without much bulk.		25 g	1 dL	1
Spare Hiking Socks	Spare COOLMAX toe socks with a double cuff keep a fresh walking pair ready; individual toe pockets separate the toes.		57 g	2 dL	1
Category subtotal			1.1 kg	5.8 L	9

Electronics & Lighting10 items

Action Camera with Clip Mount

Action camera and clip mount make it easy to film while walking; 300 g for the complete carried setup.

Weight300 gVolume4 dLQty1

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Phone

One device for navigation, photos and communication; 230 g for the author's carried setup.

Weight230 gVolume2 dLQty1

Tripod

Small tripod supports steady shots and hands-free filming during stops.

Weight323 gVolume8 dLQty1

Power Bank

20,000 mAh power bank in a light carbon-fibre body provides extra charging capacity for long hiking days.

Weight300 gVolume2 dLQty1

Headlamp

Rechargeable headlamp leaves both hands free for walking after dark and working around camp.

Weight95 gVolume2 dLQty1

Wall Charger

Compact mains charger tops up electronics between trail sections. Estimated weight: 50 g for a small travel charger.

Weight50 gVolume80 mlQty1

Charging Cables

Charging cables connect the phone, camera and power bank. Estimated set weight: 30 g, assuming two short cables.

Weight30 gVolume1 dLQty1

Spare Batteries

Small spare battery set provides backup power for battery-operated gear. Estimated set weight: 50 g; type and count are unconfirmed.

Weight50 gVolume40 mlQty1

Sleeping Pad Pump

Compact pump makes inflating the sleeping pad easier at camp. Estimated weight: 60 g for a small pump.

Weight60 gVolume2 dLQty1

Thermometer

Small thermometer helps track temperatures at camp and overnight. Estimated weight: 20 g.

Weight20 gVolume40 mlQty1

Name	Description	Items	Weight	Volume	Qty
Action Camera with Clip Mount	Action camera and clip mount make it easy to film while walking; 300 g for the complete carried setup.	—	300 g	4 dL	1
Phone	One device for navigation, photos and communication; 230 g for the author's carried setup.		230 g	2 dL	1
Tripod	Small tripod supports steady shots and hands-free filming during stops.		323 g	8 dL	1
Power Bank	20,000 mAh power bank in a light carbon-fibre body provides extra charging capacity for long hiking days.		300 g	2 dL	1
Headlamp	Rechargeable headlamp leaves both hands free for walking after dark and working around camp.		95 g	2 dL	1
Wall Charger	Compact mains charger tops up electronics between trail sections. Estimated weight: 50 g for a small travel charger.		50 g	80 ml	1
Charging Cables	Charging cables connect the phone, camera and power bank. Estimated set weight: 30 g, assuming two short cables.		30 g	1 dL	1
Spare Batteries	Small spare battery set provides backup power for battery-operated gear. Estimated set weight: 50 g; type and count are unconfirmed.		50 g	40 ml	1
Sleeping Pad Pump	Compact pump makes inflating the sleeping pad easier at camp. Estimated weight: 60 g for a small pump.		60 g	2 dL	1
Thermometer	Small thermometer helps track temperatures at camp and overnight. Estimated weight: 20 g.		20 g	40 ml	1
Category subtotal			1.5 kg	2.1 L	10

First Aid, Hygiene & Recovery6 items

First Aid Kit

Compact first aid kit keeps basic supplies together and easy to find. Estimated weight: 100 g for a minimal trail kit.

Weight100 gVolume4 dLQty1

Sunscreen

Compact sun-protection stick is quick to apply on exposed skin. Estimated weight: 35 g including packaging.

Weight35 gVolume50 mlQty1

Lip Balm

Small lip-care stick is convenient in dry, windy conditions. Estimated weight: 10 g including packaging.

Weight10 gVolume15 mlQty1

Skin Care Cream

Multipurpose skin-care cream the author considers essential. Estimated carried weight: 60 g for a small tube including packaging.

Weight60 gVolume80 mlQty1

Massage Ball

Small ball for rolling tired muscles after long walking days; just 47 g.

Weight47 gVolume2 dLQty1

Solid Shampoo

Small solid shampoo bar keeps the washing kit compact and avoids a liquid bottle. Estimated weight: 25 g with minimal wrapping.

Weight25 gVolume40 mlQty1

Name	Description	Weight	Volume	Qty
First Aid Kit	Compact first aid kit keeps basic supplies together and easy to find. Estimated weight: 100 g for a minimal trail kit.	100 g	4 dL	1
Sunscreen	Compact sun-protection stick is quick to apply on exposed skin. Estimated weight: 35 g including packaging.	35 g	50 ml	1
Lip Balm	Small lip-care stick is convenient in dry, windy conditions. Estimated weight: 10 g including packaging.	10 g	15 ml	1
Skin Care Cream	Multipurpose skin-care cream the author considers essential. Estimated carried weight: 60 g for a small tube including packaging.	60 g	80 ml	1
Massage Ball	Small ball for rolling tired muscles after long walking days; just 47 g.	47 g	2 dL	1
Solid Shampoo	Small solid shampoo bar keeps the washing kit compact and avoids a liquid bottle. Estimated weight: 25 g with minimal wrapping.	25 g	40 ml	1
Category subtotal		277 g	7 dL	6

Optional Cold-weather Alternatives1 items

Softshell Gloves

Warmer glove option for cold conditions, used instead of the thin liners rather than as an extra required pair.

Weight43 gVolume2 dLQty1

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Take			Name	Description	Status	Items	Weight	Volume	Qty
			Softshell Gloves	Warmer glove option for cold conditions, used instead of the thin liners rather than as an extra required pair.	—		43 g	2 dL	1
			Category subtotal				43 g	2 dL	1