Ultralight Backpacking Gear List for 2025

ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING GEAR 2025

EVERY PIECE OF GEAR I CARRY.
As a Landscape Photographer and Backpacker I know the importance of choosing lightweight gear without sacrificing core functionality. Whether you're a seasoned backpacker or are just starting out: I hope this list helps you find the gear you need for your next adventure. Happy hiking!

SHELTER OPTIONS

SEA to SUMMIT ALTO TR1
• 1-person, dual-wall tent
• 2.341lb / 37.5oz / 1062g
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ZPACKS DUPLEXL
• 2-person, single-wall tent
• Weight: 1.3lb / 20.8oz / 589g
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NEMO ELITE OSMO
• 2-person, dual-wall tent
• Weight: 2.06lb / 33oz / 935g
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MLD SUPERLIGHT SOLO BIVY
• Full Head Net & DCF floor.
• Weight: 6oz / 172g
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BACKPACKS

HYPERLIGHT SOUTHWEST 55L
• Dyneema waterproof backpack
• Weight: 2.03lb / 32.4oz / 919g
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HYPERLIGHT UNBOUND 40L
• Dyneema waterproof backpack
• Weight: 1.88lb / 30.0oz / 850g
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WAYMARK MILE 20L
• Frameless minimalist backpack
• Weight: 1lb / 16oz / 454g
DISCONTINUED

MLD DCF PACK LINER (L)
• Keeps gear dry. Critical redundancy.
• Weight: 1.8oz / 52g
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SLEEP SYSTEM

THERM-A-REST UBERLITE PAD
• Inflatable sleeping pad
• Weight: 12oz / 340g
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NEMO TENSOR ALL-SEASON
• Great for snow camping
• Weight: 1.25lb / 20oz / 580g
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EE REVELATION 20 QUILT
• Long & Wide Quilt (20° F)
• Weight: 1.56lb / 24.95oz / 707g
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EE REVELATION 40 QUILT
• Long & wide Quilt (40° F)
• Weight: 1.09lb / 17.5oz / 495.56g
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GOSSAMER GEAR 1/8" FOAM
• Closed-cell foam pad
• Weight: 3.3oz / 94g | 2.7oz / 76g
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SEA to SUMMIT SILK LINER
• Adds 10+ degrees (F)
• Weight: 4.6oz / 130g
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THERM-A-REST CINCH PILLOW
• Memory foam pillow
• Weight: 11.5oz / 326g
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SEAtoSUMMIT AEROS DELUXE
• Deluxe inflatable pillow
• Weight: 6.9oz | 195g
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COOKING SETUP

BRS-3000T TITANIUM STOVE
• Good down to 20°F
• Weight: 0.92oz / 26g
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TOAKS 750ml TITANIUM
• Uber light pot / cup.
• Weight: 4.3oz / 122g
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SEAtoSUMMIT LONG TITANIUM
• Spoon for just-add-water meals.
• Weight: 0.4oz / 12g
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GSI INFINITY BACKPACKER MUG
• Coffee, Tea, & Breakfast Oats.
• Weight: 3.8oz / 108g
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KATYDYN BeFREE WATER FILTER
• Fast water filtration system
• Weight 2.5oz / 70.8g | 1oz / 30g
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LOKSAK OPSAK (L) BAG
• Smell proof food bag: 12" x 20"
• Weight: 0.8oz / 23g
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MLD DCF DRY BAG (L)
• For hanging food in a tree.
• Weight: 1.6 oz | 34 g
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ZPACKS ROCK STUFF SACK
• For use of bear bags.
• Weight: 3.5oz / 98g
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ELECTRONICS

GARMIN INREACH MINI
• 2-way text to contacts & SAR
• Weight: 4oz / 113g
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NITECORE NU25
• Headlamp and keyring light
• Weight: 1.1oz / 31g
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NITECORE TIKI GITD
• Keyring light
• Weight: 0.5oz / 13g
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NITECORE NB1000
• 10,000 mA Battery Bank
• Weight: 5.3oz / 151g
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CLOTHING & LAYERS

RIDGE MERINO SOLSTICE
• Ultralight wool sun hoodie
• Weight: 8.5oz / 241g
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COLUMBIA SILVER RIDGE LIGHT
• Long sleeve, also a short sleeve
• Weight: 6.81oz / 193g
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prAna Brion Shorts & Pants
• Comfortable, stretchy outer layer
• 12.6oz / 357g | 9.4oz / 267g
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KNOCKAROUNDS SUNGLASSES
• Cheap, effective, super cool
• Weight: 0.67oz / 19g
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ARCADE BELT
• Comfy; doesn't dig into the hips.
• Weight: 2.7oz / 75g
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DARN TOUGH ANKLE SOCKS
• Light Quarter Hiking Socks
• 1.7oz / 48g
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ALTRA LONE PEAKS 9+
• Wide toe box, Vibram soles
• Weight: 1.32lb / 21.1oz / 598g
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SUNDAY CHARTER HAT
• Sun protection
• Weight: 3.6oz / 102g
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MH GHOST WHISPERER 2
• Mountain Hardware Down Jacket
• Weight: 7.8oz / 222g (hoodless)
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MH GHOST WHISPERER PANTS
• Down Pajama bottoms
• Weight: 8.6oz / 244g
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GOOSEFEET GEAR DOWN SOCKS
• Down sleeping bag for your feet
• Weight: 1.75oz / 49g
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REI WOOL LINER GLOVES
• Ultralight glove option
• Weight: 1.3oz / 37g
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CAMERA GEAR

SONY A7CR
• High Resolution Full-Frame Camera
• Weight: 18.17oz / 515g
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SONY 16-35mm F4 PZ G Lens
• Compact wide-angle lens
• 13.6oz / 386g
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SONY 70-350mm G OSS Lens
• Crop Sensor (135-525mm FOV)
• Weight: 1.44lb / 23oz / 652g
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SIRUI AT-125 w/ LH-22 HEAD
• Ultralight Professional Tripod
• 1.7lbs / 27.2oz / 771g
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STORAGE & PACK ORGANIZATION

HYPERLITE VERSA
• Dyneema Fanny Pack for Camera
• 3.07oz / 87g (no straps)
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MLD ULTRAGRID PACKING CUBE
• Clothing & Layer Storage
• WEIGHT: 1.9oz | 53g
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MLD DCF DRY BAG
• Bag for food hang
•Weight: 1.6oz | 34g
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