Spring Cleaning. Get rid of any storage bags. Repackage everything! Go for short local hikes (or your backyard) to test out your gear and figure out for yourself if you even need to bring things like a fleece at all. I'm hitchhiking through populated areas, so I’ll buy food and refill water just before camping to keep my pack light. I'll mostly rely on 20 - 34 oz / 600 ml - 1 L) between stops. I’m also considering a Sawyer filter for emergencies, so I’m not just limited to hiking day trips. I dropped one pair of socks, the 1.1L bottle, and the 2 spare stakes. I wanted to get rid of the extra pair of underwear too, but it seems like a bad idea because of the hitchhiking part. ~ 1.82 lbs / 825 g to go!

Category Weight
Hiking System
750 g
Clothing Worn
1700 g
Clothing Packed
1330 g
Shelter System
2188.43 g
Sleep System
1330 g
Cooking System
1011 g
Water System
2442 g
Navigation System
667 g
Hygiene / Toiletries System
284.76 g
First-Aid Kit
123 g
Repair Kit
112 g
Organization & Storage
84.4 g
Miscellaneous
307.3 g
Total
12329.89
g
- oz
- lb
- g
- kg
Consumable 3004.56 g
Worn 1700 g
Base Weight 7625.33 g

- Hiking System
  Weight qty
- Backpack Mod: No frame, no hip belt. Note:‼️ WORK IN PROGRESS ‼️
  750
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 750 g
  
  1
- Clothing Worn
  Weight qty
- Underwear 100% Synthetic
  70
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Pants TNF Speedlight Pants (85% Naylon, 15% Elastane). Note: ⁉️ Hike in pants, sleep in the same pants, do everything in the same pair of pants. ⁉️
  340
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- T-shirt Energetics Aino II T-Shirt (88% Polyester, 12% Elastane). Note 1: ‼️ Temporary - searching for Merino replacement (approx. 150-180gsm) ‼️ / Note 2: ‼️ In summer time look after 1 or 2 Sun Hoodies ‼️
  135
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Socks (Pair #1) Norfolk Sheldon Crew Lightweight Socks (60% Merino Wool, 20% Polyamide, 18% Polypropylene, 2% Elastane). For Walking.
  55
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Hat Baseball Hat (60% Polyester, 40% Polyamide)
  50
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Boots TNF VECTIV EXPLORIS 2 (Leather Edition)
  1050
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 1700 g
  
  6
- Clothing Packed
  Weight qty
- Underwear 100% Synthetic
  70
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Bottom Base Layer Ragno Bottom Base Layer (100% Virgin Wool, Size L, Midweight (or even "Heavy Midweight"))
  275
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Jacket Decathlon Forclaz MT100 Hooded Down Jacket (800 CUIN down insulation. Size L). Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  320
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Socks (Pair #2) Norfolk Sheldon Crew Lightweight Socks (60% Merino Wool, 20% Polyamide, 18% Polypropylene, 2% Elastane). For Walking.
  55
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Socks (Pair #3) Norfolk Leonardo Crew Midweight Socks (60% Merino Wool, 20% Polyamide, 18% Polypropylene, 2% Elastane). STRICTLY for the hammock / cowboy camp.
  70
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Beanie Norfolk Norwick Beanie (70% Merino Wool, 30% Polyamide)
  70
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Gloves Norfolk Bibury Gloves (70% Merino Wool, 30% Polyamide)
  40
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Neck Gaiter A Yellow Synthetic Neck Gaiter
  30
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Windbreaker North Bend ExoCool Running Windbreaker Jacket (100% Polyester. SBS Zipper)
  120
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Rain Poncho (Green Army) Hitchhiking essential. Weight goal: < 1.76 oz / < 50 g
  160
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Safety Vest (Orange) Hitchhiking essential. Weight goal: < 1.76 oz / < 50 g.
  120
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 1330 g
  
  11
- Shelter System
  Weight qty
- Hammock Hennessy Hammock 4Season Explorer Zip XL (Double Layer Hammock)
  1040
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Hammock Suspension System Dutchware Beetle Buckle + Camp Nano 22 Carabiners. Mod: Custom Jeely Chinemma Continuous Loops. Note: ‼️ Mod: Considering trimming Spider Poly Straps to ~10ft (3m) for maximum weight savings (1.9 oz / 55 g) / Look after TITANIUM DUTCH CLIPS (PAIR) to save 1 oz / 30 g. ‼️
  260
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Tarp Hennessy Hammock Hex Tarp 70D Polyeurethane Coated Polyester Rip-stop; Size 143" (363 cm) on Centerline x 120" (305 cm) Wide Symmetrical Hexagonal Shape; Note: Leaving the SnakeSkins at home. I’ll roll it raw.
  680
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Tarp Ridgeline Dutchware Continuous Ridgeline (Hardware Only). Line: 42.65' / 13 m Jeely Chinemma.
  22.63
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Groundsheets Polycro Groundsheets (87" x 52" / 220 x 130 cm)
  42.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- Stakes Widesea Y Stakes (9" / 23 cm (2 pcs for the hammock and 4 pcs for the rainfly))
  16.8
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  6
- 2188.43 g
  
  12
- Sleep System
  Weight qty
- Top Quilt Custom Need for Trees Top Quilt „Stormshield“ (Climashield Apex 200 g/m² (30 °F / -1 °C)) Note: ⁉️ ON ITS WAY ⁉️
  850
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Sleeping Pad Decathlon FORCLAZ Insulated Foam Trekking Mattress MT500 R-value 2.2 (77" x 22" (195 x 55 cm)). For Cowboy Camping. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️ / ⁉️ Cut off a few panels ⁉️
  480
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 1330 g
  
  2
- Cooking System
  Weight qty
- Stove, Pot & Pan Primus Essential Trail Kit - For actual culinary arts, not just rehydrating grey powder. 🍳
  382
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Cozy Pot ‼️ WORK IN PROGRESS ‼️ Still. Note: Efficiency is key - if the bag isn't done, the pot has no home; if the cozy isn't done, the garlic-sauté gets cold. 🪡🥘
  25
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Gas Canister Primus (Isobutane / Propane blend (80 / 20%), 8.11 oz / 230 g)). Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  390
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Windscreen DIY. Note: ‼️ WORK IN PROGRESS ‼️
  18
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Lighters Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  22
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- Spoon & Fork
  15
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Knife Morakniv Companion Knife. 🇸🇪🔪 Note: Crucial for 6 months of stealth / cowboy camping. Replaces UL knives for wood processing and improvising tarp structures. High utility & durability justify the weight penalty.
  137
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 1011 g
  
  8
- Water System
  Weight qty
- 0.6 L Bottles (Empty) 20.28 oz / 0.6 L (Empty - BW) Smart Water Bottle. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  30
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- 0.6 L Bottles (Filled) 20.28 oz / 0.6 L (Filled - Same bottles, weight including water) Smart Water Bottle. Click on the link to see the "The 3-Bottle System"
  600
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- 1.1 L Bottle (Empty) 37.19 oz / 1.1 L (Empty - BW) Smart Water Bottle. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  37
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 1.1 L Bottle (Filled) 37.19 oz / 1.1 L (Filled - Same bottle, weight including water) Smart Water Bottle. Click on the link to see the "The 3-Bottle System"
  1100
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Salt Sachets DIY Electrolyte Drink. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED (Look after Rehydration Salts also - "Saruri de rehidratare, 10 plicuri, Laboratoarele Remedia")‼️
  2
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  10
- Aquatabs Water in Central and Southern Europe is generally safe, but just in case... Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED but look into a filter like Sawyer Squeeze also (for places like Turkey, or whatever)‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  50
- 2442 g
  
  66
- Navigation System
  Weight qty
- Smartphone Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G (Incl. Case)
  235
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Power Bank Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K,30W,Built-In USB-C Cable)
  356
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Charger Samsung EP-T2510, 25W, USB-C
  51
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- USB-C Cable Baseus Cafule Long USB-C Cable (40" / 100 cm). Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  25
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 667 g
  
  4
- Hygiene / Toiletries System
  Weight qty
- "Gentleman in the Bushes" Kit Items: Comb, Disposable Razor, Nail Scissors.
  35
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Toothbrush Colgate... Handle surgery pending... 🪚 Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Toothpaste Colgate Max Fresh Cooling Crystals 0.67 oz / 20 ml. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  38
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Deodorant Mennen Speed Stick Alpine Deodorant Solid 1.69 oz / 50 ml. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  75
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Shampoo No Planet B (DM) Hydra Shine Solid Shampoo (3-in-1: body, hair & laundry). Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  75
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Foot Powder 0.7 oz / 20 g. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  20
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Wet Wipes Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  2
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  12
- Cotton Buds
  0.46
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  6
- Toilet Paper Emergency supply only. Strategy: "Tactical resupply" from gas stations and cafes along the way.
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 284.76 g
  
  25
- First-Aid Kit
  Weight qty
- Blister Patches
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  10
- Paracetamol For the 4 AM sewing headaches. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  10
- Imodium For the "liberated" kebab risks. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  6
- Motion Sickness Medication Just in case... Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  20
- Gel Sage and Propolis Gel, 0.67 oz / 20ml. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  25
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Tweezers Just in case...
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Ibuprofen MIG-400 ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  10
- Antihistamine Claritin (Loratadine) / Zyrtec (Cetirizine) / Allegra (Fexofenadine) ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  10
- Betadine
  30
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Gauze Dressing Sterile
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- Surgical Gloves Powder-Free Sterile Latex Surgical Gloves ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 123 g
  
  72
- Repair Kit
  Weight qty
- UHMWPE Cord 10.21' / 3.11 m of "Chineema" Dyneema Cord for 4 Klemheist Knots and 4 Hammock Drip Strips
  15
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Shock Cord 21.33' / 6.5 m of Shock Cord for 12 Shock Cord Tensioners and 16 Shock Cord Loops
  25
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- UHMWPE Continuous Loops 8" / 20.32 cm "Chineema" Dyneema Continuous Loop
  4.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  4
- Zip Ties The zip ties are for hammock sleeves or changing continuous loops.
  0.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  4
- Needle & Thread Random Needle & Gutermann Mara Thread
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Safety Pin
  1
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Tape Repair Nylon Gear Aid Tenacious Tape Repair Nylon (3" x 20" / 7.6 x 50 cm). Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  18.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Duct Tape 9.84 ft / 3 m. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  18.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- O-Rings NBR70 O-Ring Replacements for the Stove (4, 2 & 2 (5/16 x 1/16 & 15/64 x 3/32 / 8 x 2,0 mm & 6,02 x 2,62 mm)). Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  1
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  4
- 112 g
  
  18
- Organization & Storage
  Weight qty
- Pack Liner Polyethylene Bag
  28.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- UHMWPE Bag 8.26" x 3.34" / 21 x 8.5 cm. For Repair Kit.
  10.4
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- UHMWPE Bag 11.9" x 4.72 / 27.7 x 12 cm. For Hammock Suspension System + Carabiners + Stakes.
  15.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Zip Lock Bags 6.7" x 4.72" / 17 x 12 cm. For Miscellaneous & More.
  1
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  5
- Zip Lock Bags 9.25" x 5.7" x 23.5 x 14.5 cm. For Hygiene Products / Electronics / Miscellaneous & More.
  5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  5
- 84.4 g
  
  13
- Miscellaneous
  Weight qty
- Headlamp Note: ‼️ Look after a Petzl Bindi or Nitecore NU20 / NU25 for maximum weight savings (2.4 oz / 68.5 g) ‼️
  42.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Batteries
  12
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  6
- Sunscreen Sundance Sun Fluid Face Matt SPF 50 (1.69 oz / 50 ml) [Face]. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  65
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Lip Balm Sundance Lip Balm SPF 50. Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  4.8
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Ear Plugs
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Small amount of cash
  10
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Credit Card + ID + Passport
  65
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- Markers Note: ‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  16.5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  2
- TNF Maintenance Brush Colgate Brush: Dedicated for TNF VECTIV EXPLORIS 2 Mid. Cleans leather / FUTURELIGHT seams. Handle surgery pending... 🪚 Adding a hole for cord / drying. Note:‼️ NOT YET PURCHASED ‼️
  5
  g
  - oz
  - lb
  - g
  - kg
  1
- 307.3 g
  
  15

Hiking System

Clothing Worn

Clothing Packed

Shelter System

Sleep System

Cooking System

Water System

Navigation System

Hygiene / Toiletries System

First-Aid Kit

Repair Kit

Organization & Storage

Miscellaneous