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/chiefhondo 17h ago

This isn’t really that heavy of a pack weight. Your food and water might add another 12 pounds (2 pounds of food per day + 4 pounds of water).

I think your backpack is on the heavy side for a 40L like many have said but it’s going to have a lot of padding and good suspension as well. I actually prefer a solid backpack that carries weight well compared to those plastic potato sack backpacks everyone prefers these days.

My concern was I don’t see a bear canister but I see bear spray and bear bangers.

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u/dan_thewoodsman 16h ago

That’s been my logic in terms of the bag. Regarding bears, I’m in Ontario so no grizzlies. I just hang my food.