Budget Backpacking Gear: Cheap 10 lb Ultralight Kit [~$500]
Quality backpacking gear has a reputation for being pricey, but I’m here to show you that it’s entirely possible to put together an affordable ultralight setup on a $500 budget.
That’s right; you can get your hands on a brand-new backpacking gear kit with a 10-pound base weight without having to max out your credit card.
I’ve spent over $3,200 on my current ultralight setup, so I know how expensive backpacking can be. Naturally, many of my readers have seen my kit and asked for more affordable recommendations. I can’t blame them, after all, because the gear on my backpacking list isn’t exactly cheap.
So, I scoured the internet for the best budget gear, tested a bunch of it in the field, and asked fellow backpackers for their favorite affordable recommendations. This article is the result of all my tedious research and gear nerdery.
Every piece of gear I recommend in this post is well-reviewed, widely-used in the backpacking community, and will help get you into the backcountry for a sliver of what you might pay otherwise.
Let’s dive in. It’s time to save some money. Read Noel Krazomil's Budget Backpacking Gear List here.
October 18, 2024
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Chunguza Maudhui Zaidi
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
The Sawyer Mini is super lightweight, fits in your pocket, and filters up to 100,000 gallons of water.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
Sawyer’s picaridin spray works up to 12 hours, and the company’s picaridin lotion is effective up to 14.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
The Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter earns our top pick for its unbeatable mix of weight, longevity and versatility.
Kutoka kwa kikosi
Mazungumzo ya Campfire na jamii yetu, kutoka kwa Wanachama wa Squad na Mabalozi kwa Washirika wa Brand na timu ya Sawyer.
