Best Hiking Gear – The HikingGuy 10 Essentials
Best Hiking Gear – The HikingGuy 10 Essentials
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In this video, I’ll share my day hiking gear list in the context of the hiking essentials. My best hiking gear list is the stuff I use all the time and has stood the test of many miles, wind, rain, heat, and abuse.
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The “10 essentials” are a widely accepted list of items that every hiker should carry, regardless of the length or difficulty of a trip. They have evolved over time, but the principle remains the same: to ensure that hikers are prepared for unexpected circumstances in the outdoors. Here’s a breakdown of each:
1. **Navigation Tools**: Proper navigation is crucial when you’re in the wilderness. This includes a map and a compass. Even in the age of GPS and smartphone apps, the old-school combination of map and compass is fail-safe and doesn’t rely on batteries. Knowing how to read a topographic map and use a compass is a fundamental outdoor skill.
2. **Sun Protection**: Overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays can result in sunburn, eye damage, and increased risk of skin cancer. It’s essential to have sunglasses, sunscreen, and protective clothing or a hat when hiking. Not only does this prevent sunburn, but it can also reduce glare, improve vision, and protect the sensitive skin around the eyes.
3. **Insulation (Extra Clothing)**: Weather can change rapidly in many hiking locations. An unexpectedly cold front or a sudden downpour can leave you shivering if you’re not prepared. Packing an additional layer or two, like a fleece jacket or rain shell, can be a lifesaver. It’s always better to have and not need than to need and not have.
4. **Illumination**: Sometimes, hikes can take longer than anticipated. If you’re caught out after dark, a good headlamp or flashlight becomes essential. Headlamps, in particular, are popular because they allow for hands-free operation, making it easier to navigate or set up camp.
5. **First-Aid Supplies**: Injuries can happen. From minor scrapes to more severe injuries, having a basic first-aid kit can make a big difference. This should include bandages, antiseptic wipes, blister treatment, pain relievers, and any personal medications.
6. **Fire**: Whether for emergency signaling, warmth, or cooking, the ability to start a fire is crucial. Waterproof matches, lighters, or firestarters are all good choices. Some hikers also pack a compact stove, especially in areas where open fires are prohibited.
7. **Repair Kit and Tools**: Multi-tools or a basic knife can serve various functions, from food preparation to gear repair. Additionally, a small repair kit can help mend a torn backpack or fix broken shoelaces. Duct tape is often cited as a handy repair tool because of its versatility.
8. **Nutrition (Extra Food)**: It’s always wise to pack extra food, even if you’re just out for a day hike. Energy bars, nuts, or dried fruits are lightweight and can provide the necessary calories if you’re stranded or if your hike takes longer than anticipated.
9. **Hydration (Extra Water)**: Dehydration can impair your physical and mental functions. In many environments, you can’t always rely on finding a fresh water source, so always carry extra. It’s also beneficial to understand how to purify water, using tablets, filters, or boiling, in case you run out and need to source more.
10. **Emergency Shelter**: If an unexpected situation arises and you have to spend a night outdoors, an emergency shelter can provide protection from the elements. This might be a lightweight tarp, a bivvy sack, or even a large trash bag. They’re compact, lightweight, and can be a lifesaver in challenging situations.
To conclude, these 10 essentials serve as a foundation for outdoor safety. Tailoring them to fit specific hikes or personal needs is encouraged, but the underlying message remains the same: always be prepared.
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Hmm when I did my military education in Sweden they told us that you need to drink more in the winter as you breathe out water with every breath. But I might remember it wrong or misunderstood what he meant.
Thank you! Very informative.
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Hi buddy I have a question in regards to my Fenix 7 Pro and my Inreach Mini2, which setting do I have to adjust on either device to allow both devices to measure the same distance. I find that once I have finished my hike that there is a difference btw the distances that are measured.. both devices are started at the same time via the explorer app. Your input would really help. Thank you.
Re chemicals on your skin, I promise that a) sunscreen has plenty of chemicals, so if you’re worried about putting chemicals on your skin and want more natural options, a mineral sunscreen might appeal, but b) natural does not mean safer. The research around bug repellents shows they are safe, I’d not worry about it. The risk from insect borne diseases or just infections from a bite is almost certainly greater than the risk from the repellent.
Thanks for these tips!
Wow, we carry so much of the same gear for the same reason
Super glue is something we always keep in our kit. Waterproof wound treatment in seconds.
Superglue.
With all those different navigation backups to the backup, you should never get lost.
Me, personally, I would become discombobulated.
Happy Trails
Hello Sir,
I was impressed with your Asolo boots review on your site. I don’t see it on youtube, so I’m commenting here as you requested to write questions in the comments.
The thing that impressed me the most was the fact that the boots had lasted for so many years (you wrote 8) and thousands of miles. What made you switch to the shoes you wear nowadays? Those boots seem ideal for everything, and I bet a lot more durable than the shoes you recommend these days. Do you also agree that they are more stable, especially carrying a heavy backpack?
Furthermore, you wrote there that the Asolos were great for different kinds of weather, including hot weather. How so? Doesn’t gore tex make the feet warm in hot weather? I am interested in a do it all boot, but my knowledge is that gore tex is not for summer temperatures. Do the Asolos provide a different kind of experience?
Thanks
Bic and a compass. Easy backup fire would be no. 1 for me.
Great information, I carry in my survival kit a small sewing kit, sturdy needle and strong nylon thread. It has coming in handy on several occasions.
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Looking at the price reductions I’m seeing on the InReach I bet there’s a Mini 3 just around the corner…
I have the Hoka SpeedGoats too!
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Do you like the inreach mini better as opposed to the 67i with its built in inreach capability??
How much trouble is it to use the 67i without activating the inreach??
Is the 67i a more economical way to add sat coms since the 67i is only $100 more than the 67???
I was confused when you introduced the sleeping bag liner as a way to keep warm. The sleeping bag liner is to keep your "already warm" sleeping bag clean. I doubt that a liner is going to add 20° to your warmth. Maybe I didn’t understand you on this.
thanks so much great job God Bless You
Where do I get that bear spray? My daughter and I are about to do a big long hike in mountains- we need that!! We are in Ontario- but traveling to the states to hike for a week…
I just got the inReach Mini 2 to keep track of me and give me emergency services access, should I ever need it. I can’t tell you how many stories I’ve read of people who died in the wilderness because they were unwilling to spend a few hundred bucks for one of these, and the service to go with it.
Thanks for your reviews …
P. S. I am a "big" fan of REI …
I’m supporting thru an Amazon link for everything I buy. Thank you again! QUESTION ON SHOES – Amazon has awesome sale on Topo Traverse. But in a previous comment you said it wasn’t all it was cut out to be. Can you quickly summarize why, and why Pursuit 2 over that? I don’t do thru-hiking but do rocks, gravel, creeks, scree, etc thru Ventura and S Barb counties, soon to do Red Rock in Vegas as well. Am used to 7-17mm heel drops in various shoes. Thank you!
Does the Murphy’s Eucalyptus work for mosquitoes? They’ve gotten really bad in Los Angeles in the last five or ten years and I need something for walking in my neighborhood now.
Adorable? Come on dude.
I wish REI wasn’t pushing so much woke crap these days because I’ve stopped buying their products as a result. I wish they’d get back to just focusing on the outdoors!
Informative.
I like the no nonsense info facts, no pets just great info
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Waterproof paper maps are still great.
Had my Black Diamond poles for a few decades.
One ply? That’s not where I would cut weight. 🤣🤣🤣🤣Great video. Thanks.
Thats more than 10
I really appreciate all your videos. They are presented very clearly and go right to the point. And there is very little i disagree with – and i really appreciate the gear suggestions. I am happier not to have to test out devices only to find they are not the best options out there. However, given you had a section for your day hike emergency kits, I highly recommend you err on the side of an ultra-precautionary approach in your video. I respectfully suggest that there are three critical meds and 2 more very lightweight pieces of safety gear highly recommended even for day hikes: An aspirin in case you experience heart or stroke symptoms, Antihistamine in case of a bee swarm or snake bites, to slow down the heart rate, and ibuprofen in case you experience a soft tissue injury such as swisted ankle or if you tweak your back. A total of 6 tablets total should do the trick ! And, something/anything, that might offer support (tensor bandage is multi-use, and a soft ankle specific version is ideal if you twist an ankle and have to hoof it out any distance. You already have other stuff in your kit to act as a sling if you fall and chip or break an elbow/wrist…Finally, I’ve seen many trips and spills on the trails, and folks have hit their head, split a lip etc. I recommend a sterile pad (don’t laugh, even a pre-wrapped thin feminine pantyliner works and is very absorbent) to press and stop bleeding. These items might take up to another 25% of space i saw you had for your current emergency kit, but they are potential life savers, and/or could save you from extreme discomfort in the event of a spill on the trails. Cheers! And keep on doing those fantastic videos !!!
How about using a bear bell, is that effective?
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Great video! Osprey 2.5L bladder, altra lone peaks, laukotape best gear!
I really enjoy your videos! Thank you for sharing! I am hiking the Zion in August, including Angels Landing and The Narrows. Is there footwear you would recommend for The Narrows, for the wet conditions?
I like hiking very much too.
Is the carrier you have for your water bottle part of the pack or an attachment? Thanks for the in-depth reviews. Appreciate them.
My Samsung watch takes .gpx files.
Thanks!
I love your content! Really good recommendation. I just wanna share what I found really useful for the hiking – Flint Steel Pro Fire Starter! I got mine from Amazon just for 22$.🔥
Great informative video my friend, thank you for sharing it. All the best to you. Stay safe out there.😊
I was a British Army Airborne Combat Medic, and would take soldiers’ blood pressure before airborne selection, everything you said is totally correct, if a soldier failed the blood pressure test, we would take his blood pressure over a week, as you said white coat syndrome had to be taken into account, because a soldiers career was at stake.
SAR folks recommend an air pad or foam pad so you don’t have to sit on wet or cold ground waiting for search and rescue to arrive which typically require an overnight stay.
Android is adding text to sat, too.
great
I tried the speed goats, and they feel like platform shoes to me. I guess that I’m just too used to my lone peaks.
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