r/CampingandHiking • u/dan_thewoodsman • 20h ago

Gear Questions Help me lighten my pack weight

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On my last 4 day trip my total weight was around 40lbs that’s with water and food included. I used this app to figure out my base weight was around 27lbs, which to me seems ridiculous. Like the title says, what can I swap out or get rid of entirely to get this weight down slightly? (The pack is non negotiable, as comfort is a priority for me on long days on the trail) thanks

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u/Twoof3 19h ago

Some things I'm seeing...

Your pack is very heavy.

Your shelter, sleeping pad, knife, headlamp, battery bank, toiletries and med kit are all heavier than they could be. Utensils seem heavy too. I swapped out wet wipes for compressed towels and have never looked back.

Consider dropping the bag liner, swapping Nalgenes for Smart Water bottles and leaving maybe the saw or knife. I only ever use my knife to open food and I'll bet the saw could do that. lol

Keep the sit pad and mug; that's magical trail mornings right there.

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u/walter-hoch-zwei 18h ago

I completely disagree on leaving the saw and knife, but that's because I'm a little paranoid and I always want a folding saw and belt knife when I step into the woods.

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u/porkrind 18h ago

I’ve been backpacking for coming up on 40 years and have never once needed a saw. I bring a tiny knife that I don’t even touch nine times out of ten.

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u/walter-hoch-zwei 16h ago

That's very fair. Like I said, i'm a little paranoid