/r/backpacking
A subreddit for traveling backpacking and wilderness backpacking, not restricted to one or the other. All posts must be flaired "Travel" or "Wilderness"
A reddit for Backpackers who are traveling around the world. Here you will find anything and everything on the topic, from transport, accommodation, food, health, and gear.
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Hey guys I’m 19 years old male and I’m finding it difficult to make up my mind. I am planning to travel to Europe next year and I am so keen to just have fun Lowkey get pissed but also still wanting to explore a few countries and still experiencing different cultures and experiences. I have never travelled before so I am hesitant to either travell with contiki or backpacking and doing it myself. My budget overall will be 50k AUD. Considering doing the 45 day Ultimate European Contiki trip, so if anyone who has done this trip it would be appreciated if you could help a lad out haha. Anyone comments and thoughts would be Appreciated thanks
Looking at the Jetboil MiniMo as our main source for cooking but trying to decide what to get for our eating utensil/bowls kit.
I’m leaning towards the GSI Outdoor Microdualist kit as it has everything we need for two people and a second pot that’s compatible with the Jetboil stove. An added bonus is I can remove one of the sets of bowls and put the Jetboil inside if I were to go solo which I may on moto-campjng trips.
Reasons I shouldn’t go this route or other suggestions?
Whether it’s your pack setup, preparations, plans, etc. what do you change when you go solo versus with a group? I’ve only gone with a group and wanna start doing some solo trips and wanna get any ideas I’m missing.
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Hi, I ordered a Talon 22 and when adjusting the harness, I noticed this part is not entirely stitched symmetrically. It irritated me on a 100 euro bag so I returned it and the replacement has the same but on the other side.
Do you think this will cause any issues at all, or is it such a minor thing I should ignore it? I mean, my shoulders likely are not symmetrical either ;)
Thank you!
I’m a middle Tennessee resident. I have some spots I enjoy near Sewanee and Chattanooga but would love some more suggestions. Any cool spots in(or near) Tennessee would be appreciated!
I've been backpacking through Africa and recently visited Comoros! The island was full of incredible volcanic land, empty beaches that are so pretty they look fake and palm trees all over.
To get there I took a cargo ship from Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, which took about two days (a pretty rough two days with nowhere to sleep but a very fun experience!). You can also fly there. Has anyone else visited??
Looking for suggestions for pads and sleeping bags for temps as low as -40C. For the pad ive got my eyes on the exped dura 8r dunno about the sleeping bag tho
Me and my girlfriend will be backpacking around SEA/South America for the next 2-3 years, I am extremely stressed while trying to look at credit cards to get. Does anyone have any experience with credit cards that work well to use while travelling on low budget? Maybe cards that have no cash withdrawal fees or discounts when booking hotels/flights? Also it would be a great plus if they have a good app that makes it easy to keep track of your money.
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I recently completed my seventh multiday backpack in the GC and for reasons I didn't drive down with my crew. I flew to Phoenix and took the bus right to maswik lodge. Next day we hit the trail for five days in the inner canyon. I was amazed how easy it was. Driving down has always been a three day/two night drive . So my question is has anyone else found wilderness backpacking opportunities that you can easily do without a car and without too much hassle. TIA
I'm asking different hobby subreddits how much they spend on their hobby so that I can make a chart comparing to the cost of hobbies.
What location/adventure have you been to that everyone should visit at least once in their lives, either because of the adventure, beauty, or other characteristic?
Don't forget to add what time of year you think is most beautiful!
I (21M) am building a life list to try and go throughout my lifetime. I've been lucky enough to have hit these spots so far and would love to add to them! The crazier the adventure the better IMO! Thanks in advance!
Been to: Appalachians (TN, NC, VA), Upper Peninsula, Boundary Waters (x2), Northern Wisco, Mark Twain (KY), Ozarks (Missouri).
I want to go on my first thru hike this summer, but I’ve never planned one and would like some help. Is there a website or people you can pay to help you plan a thru hike?
Hello, I have some specific criteria for a pack and need help trying to fit them. I'm looking for a pack that's ~35-45 L, so big enough for a lightweight overnight or long day trip. Ideally, it's waterproof, but I recognize that might be a big ask. I would also like to take it on backcountry ski trips along with some overnights in the summer, so i'd like it to have the ability to A-frame skis and have back pannel access. Avalanche safety pockets are not required, but are more than welcome. If anyone knows of a pack that fits this description, please let me know. Thanks!
So I know that it is usually suggsted to dry sleeping bags in a large tumblr dryer on low heat. However, where I live I also have access to a large dying room, which is basically a drying cabinet (common in scandinavia) but room-sized - it has ventilation and a heater and you hang dry clothes in there basically. So I could dry the sleeping bag flat in this room which I'm thinking could possibly be gentler than the tumblr dryer but perhaps not create as much loft?
I also read on Thermarest's website: "Hang dry your bag whenever possible. This can be a long process (24-48 hours or more), but this is by far the best way to get the longest life from your down." which is super interesting and confusing as it contradicts the usual advice. So, what gives?
TLDR Which one do you think is the better option, drying room or tumble dryer - or even hang drying?
Thanks.
I am planning a backpacking trip with a few friends in 3 months in Colorado. They all live there so they are going to pick the hike soon, but I want to start getting ready now. I'm pretty active already and rock climb and do yoga multiple times a week. My cardio can definitely be improved upon so I've starting walking on the treadmill on an incline. Looking for any tips to get my body ready. I'm from Chicago so I'm definitely nervous about the elevation being an issue for me. Would getting a weighted vest for the treadmill be helpful? Any insight is appreciated!
Last august I went to Thailand for a month and did the ha giang loop. I’m from Canada and it was my first time in south east Asia so I think part of the reason why I found it so endearing was because it was my first time there. I have the same month off this year and was wondering if I should go back to south east Asia, see Laos Cambodia Bali and Sri Lanka? But I’m worried that because there was so much to do in Thailand that the other places won’t compare. I really like experiencing things for the first time and liked experiences like the motorcycle ride in ha giang, elephant tours, temples, food tours. Kao Sok national park. Do I still have things to experience for the first time in SEA? Or do i go to Europe (which I feel like is similar to Canada and I’ve been to a few countries there before), I was thinking Japan would be amazing too (just really expensive for a whole month/ I’m going alone and I feel like it won’t have the same social life as south east Asia)?
I am doing a month long trip in the UK/EU, visiting/staying in 10 different locations. I do not want to check a bag because I do have layovers and don’t want to risk my bag not making it. There’s already been a couple of times where I’ve had that issue (even with a two hr layover) and it just sounds like it’s kind of just getting worst. I was thinking of a 35L (56x30x25cm) or 42L (56x36x27cm) Cotopaxi Allpa Backpack (maybe even the 28L if I’m feeling ballsie lol), or a 40L (50x31x22cm) Patagonia Black Hole Duffel. I’m also looking into maybe doing something from Osprey but don’t know what specific one. I am flying Icelandair and Condor who both have a carry on size requirement of 55x40x20cm. I’ve never flown with them before, so I’m not too sure how picky they are with the size of the carry on.
I thought these options were good for what they offer and appearing to have good durability. But if there’s something else you recommend, please feel free to leave it down below. I’m okay with spendy options as I’m looking for something that will last especially as I travel more. Thank you in advance!
Hi! Our hiking group drew a favorable window to pick a route in Yellowstone. We’re an experienced group of 6-8, but are struggling to find good route options. Generally speaking we’re good with up to 12mi/day and a few thousand feet of elevation and planning to travel in early August. Any route recommendations are welcome and thanks!
We need help figuring out what is the best route to take for the countries below and to know roughly which country/s to be in by month, our travel will start on December 27th 2024 for 1 year.
We need help figuring out the best route for the countries below and to know roughly which country/s to be in by month. scious this may not always be the case and have the least amount of distance to travel to the next country/ location
Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan , South Korea and Australia (aus is to end our travel, can't imagine spending too long there due to costs)
We have about 15k GBP each. Do you think this will be enough?
Hey! I had a couple of questions.
I think definitely pay a little more for quality rather than save money on these things right?
I am looking for ideas for backpacking this summer around DC or the East Coast. I want a place with scenic views, that we can set up base camp and has options for day hikes from there. This will be a 4-5 day trip. Also want somewhere getting a permit won’t be an issue.
I’m looking for somewhere within 7-8 hours from DC. I moved to the East Coast recently so am less familiar with the different parks around here and am overwhelmed with all the options. What are your favorites?
Hello I am a minor that lives France. I am going on a school trip to new york and all of my class mâts and teachers are french so européen I am the only one that is not can I pass threw the pass port contrôle with thème in the européen ligne ??