One silly mistake in the video, I show and mention a Platypus water bladder. Apparently they changed those so they no longer work with a Sawyer filter. They had it right in the past, and made it worse! So I'm switching to an Evernew 2L water bladder, link in the description has changed, as well as my gear list. Thanks!

@kevinloy440

2 жыл бұрын

found this out on pct this year after losing cap and would have to baby the bottle to keep water i was carrying inside. Frustrating when you're thirsty and the 2L are now down to 1, evernew solved this problem. No idea why they changed the design.

@BurroGirl

2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for letting us know!

@JupiterHikes

2 жыл бұрын

@@BurroGirl yeah! I remember going to fill it up and just try the Sawyer and all the water just leaking out the sides. Super disappointing as I had used platypus in the past for this purpose. The Evernew wound up working perfectly though!!

@FocusOutdoorAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update!

@Zach_Routhier

Жыл бұрын

Incorrect. You made two mistakes. The other serious mistake was not shooting this entire video with those shades on. They look sick! TF were you thinkin? I better not see your eyes at all in the next couple of videos. ;)

Brah! You forgot to talk about all the gear I'll be carrying for you on this hike...

@shanele

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha 🤣 I saw that comment on your live yesterday

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Don't let them know 🤠

@leecoleman5855

3 жыл бұрын

Shit tickets and a digging tool...

@kdavis4910

3 жыл бұрын

The nerve of the person who made it. Lol. Didn't they send it in via superchat? Don't people pay to send those in?

@recognizer6194

3 жыл бұрын

@@leecoleman5855 fingernails and water

Was waiting for the non-sleeping pad pad. Wasn’t disappointed.

@jawadayaou5680

3 жыл бұрын

cut in half :D

@ArbitraryLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

It's really more than you need... if you sleep standing up.

@Kevinschart

Жыл бұрын

@@ArbitraryLifestyle how the heck does he fall asleep on cold ground with that thing? I've tried it before and it's impossible for me to sleep when the ground is stealing my body heat.

Jupiter always keeps it legit. He inspired me to go ultralight and have never looked back. Be safe out there Jupiter.

Loved the video setting and snow! I appreciate the longer video with a bit more explanation of your thought process. Looking forward to seeing lots of trail video. You are the eyes and feet of many of us!

Appreciate you braving the snow for this video, it make for a beautiful background. Good luck on the trail!

It has been a while since I have watched ultralight videos but I know that you are one of the most enjoyable to watch and the new flare with the same genuine audited makes the videos even more enjoyable for me to watch

Man, Jupe, this setting couldn’t have been better for this shot. The way this came out was freakin amazing. I’m stoked for your hike and hope everything plays out ideally 🙌🏼

Toe socks are a game changer. Excited to follow along.

You look so happy out there, lovin that snow!! Have a great journey! Sounds so fun.

Love that you did this outside in the snow. Very clever and different

Really excited for your trip. Have fun buddy!

So disciplined, wow.... can’t wait to watch

Safe and Happy travels, Jupiter. 🙏

Thru hiking not my gig... but I'm a big gearhead. Love to see what you guys are using! Great channel. Good luck with your Trek!

Can't wait to follow along as you hike the AZT.

Nice kit! Lookong forward to watching your videos of the trail.

HAVE a great Thru Hike and can't wait for your Video's Jupiter. Greetings from Mexico.

Jupiter, I wish you the best for your journey.

LOVING your super helpful videos AND your writeups and product links accompanying them! Good job - most vids don't have these extensive helpful parts!

@JupiterHikes

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I love writing, so most newer videos have an accompanying 'blog post' style write up in the video description. It hasn't always been this way but I figured that if someone wanted some info quickly without having to re-watch an entire video they can just check the description! I am glad it is helpful. I wish I had more time to put the same info in just text on my website, but I do what I can for now

THANK YOU. Great video, as always. Especially love it when you underline Site Selection as an essential skill. Reading the clouds/weather is an important skill anyone can learn from YT, as well. You know, I stopped cutting handles. I use a child's toothbrush to save weight, and they are shockingly soft and otherwise adequate. Long handles keep my fingers out of my mouth -- which IMHO is what makes people sick. A giant nylon serving spoon was brought to my org by caterers for a banquet - heat resistant and weighs about what your little lexan spoon does. That large spoon means I can shove a huge amount in my mouth at once, which results in being more satiated by meals. AND there's enough room in the bowl of the spoon that I've cut a little V-notch -- so now I can easily remove a tick by myself anywhere on my body. And removing ticks early can help save you from getting a disease that can ruin your life and end your hiking career.

love how you did this while it was snowing lol, really awesome video!

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I had filmed it three other times and it just never looked right, the snow was the answer in the end. Definitely a fun filming experience

@MojaveZach

3 жыл бұрын

@@JupiterHikes dang that's a lot lol no wonder it came out so great

Jupiter, I love you and your videos. I laughed when I saw it was 23 minutes long and I knew you only had about seven items to go over. LOL! All joking aside you give such good insight on what your thought process was in selecting your gear which I love. Happy Hiking out on the AZT and I cannot wait to see your videos!

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Normally I film for about an hour and cut 50 minutes off! Unfortunately some of the info cut I feel is good to know, just not as interesting. This one felt right to leave uncut

@cottontalesfromthetrail5474

3 жыл бұрын

@@JupiterHikes this was one of your best videos! I absolutely loved it. As I said, I love your insight and thought process as I know you did a ton of planning on each piece of gear.

Really enjoy your videos! Can’t wait for more

Love the energy!!

Great video! One take, amazing presentation.

Glad to see you've added a first aid kit (safety pin & tweezers). Enjoy the hike!! :)

Oz = pounds & pounds = pain. Thank you for sharing your adventure!

awesome clip, nothing like EXPERIENCE......respect Bro, good luck on your trail.....

Really happy to hear you'll be back out there soon! Cant wait to see the footage, also I must say I'm glad you're finally filtering your water haha

Thanks for always making quality videos

That looks like a kids backpack! The 0.07 oz toothbrush gave me a chuckle too. Be safe out there. Look forward to following your journey.

I gave a thumbs up 👍🏽 because you did this while it was snowing 🌨

Looking forward to the videos from your upcoming thru-hike of the AZT.

thanks for the conversion in grams, greetings from France

Wow I am 74 and ancient......what a revolution....will take a look at your hike on the AZT

Looking forward to watching your next hike from way over here in Australia. Love your videos Jupiter. Enjoy every moment of the AZT

Just finished a Rim2Rim2Rim in the Grand Canyon last week! First time in the Grand Canyon, first real time in Arizona for that matter! Amazed at how cold and hot it can get out there even in early spring. Temps were 20s at night on the North Rim and up to 85 F in the Canyon. Need to get back out there and do some more of the AZT, loved it out there! I'll definitely be following your AZT thru, good luck man!

Insane bro! Good hiking!

Best wishes on the Trail.... I’m jealous.... I had planned to hike the AZ trail end of Feb, but unfortunately COVID and closed borders scuppered my plan... I just couldn’t go so lightweight as you, I can do without all the little luxuries! Look forward to following your progress......

This Is The BEST GEAR VIDEO I've Ever Seen!!!!! Thanks Mate =)

Great list. I can’t wait to order my torrid pullover.

wonderful video

Awesome setup…. Your enthusiasm is infectious! Thanks for the inspiration 😊🙏🏻 🇦🇺

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@ashj_2088

3 жыл бұрын

Bruce what state you in mate? Im from WA just seeing what tracks you'd recommend?

@SRL1965

3 жыл бұрын

@@ashj_2088 hey Ash. I’m in Victoria, Mornington Peninsula. We’re you after trails for WA? The only trail there that I know Is the Bibbulmun trail.

Love ur vids keep it up good luck homie

Halfway through this video i was like "Is that a jomez hat???" Thats awesome man, love to see more and more people repping disc golf merch

Woo Hoo! Cant wait!

No wonder it's that light even with quite a lot gear you for sure saved a lot on shelter and sleep system😳 I think I wouldn't be able to fall asleep like that

I really like the idea of camp selection making it easier to go lighter. I know you have covered this in past videos which I find really interesting. Could you possibly show on your Arizona trail future videos how you select your campsites in a desert environment? I am trying a cut down Exped Flexmat this year. I still feel that I may struggle getting down to a 3mm pad being a side sleeper. I guess I need to learn to sleep on my back. Great video as always. Thank you.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I sleep on my side as well. Could stick with what you got and seek out other ways to carry less. Could cut it in half or down to torso length. I don't think the super thin pad is everyone's go to, but I'm sure there's other options out there as well!

This color for the torid looks super nice !

Thanks for the video Jupiter. Who would have thought that Darwin's friend from flagstaff is also an UL hiker. ;-) Two of the Nitecore NB10000 could save you around 2.5 oz, I am currently looking into getting one myself. It can through charge and since it's two, if one breaks you still have the other. If my understanding of Li batteries is correct, it should also charge significantly faster since the process slows down by progression. 2.5 oz could net you a Ti 550ml pot and esbit stove for hot coco. Yumm.

Jupiter...of all the hiking KZreadrs, you are the ultralight aficionado i/m/o and it's all based on miles and miles of experience. Here's a way to consider dropping a few grams from your backpack. Instead of carrying toothpaste, carry a small plastic bag of baking soda. According to dentists, it's as effective at cleaning your teeth as toothpaste and going without the fluoride for a few weeks is fine. Also, baking soda has no sweet minty smell that might attract unwanted attention from our wild furry friends. Thanks for your videos, I've learn a lot from you!!

Love it, thanks man!

Good luck!

I can’t wait to see your next adventure on the trail! Glad you didn’t forget the yo-yo!

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully I'll be able to collect some good gifts to send!

Good luck man

Thanks for sharing man! I'll be starting same time

Love to hear some more frequent honoring of the masters who came before us, who “paved the road” or “trail tested” who we carry the torch for. ie. Ray & Jenny Jardine

Can't wait to see the cool places you'll be on the Arizona trail. Please do a video on complete camp setup; from site selection to sleepy time. Best of luck to you, friend

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I'll write that one down. I was thinking a "day in the life" but it would be cool to do both

@denahout

3 жыл бұрын

@@JupiterHikes that would be an awesome video to watch!

You're a good dude.

I have the same flashlight and I love it. I am not a headlamp fan. The only thing I don’t love is that I have to bring extra batteries. My husband just gave me a Nitecore Tube for my birthday. It is brighter, lighter and rechargeable. I also like the shape of it in my hand. I am looking forward to trying it out. He also bought me a fanny pack. He knows my heart 🥰

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I had tried a rechargable flashlight on the pct and it wasn't for me! So the batteries I don't mind. Definitely a personal preference thing

Nice titles. Long live Futura!

I still can't get over your sleeping pad..lol. I'm too old and sore to do that, but much respect and I enjoy seeing your vids!

@brycewalburn3926

3 жыл бұрын

Seriously. I wouldn't sleep a wink.

Thanks for the gear list Jupiter! If you’re looking for another good water bladder choice check out the CNOC 2L bladders. Really quick/easy to fill and work with the sawyer filters too.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I have tried the cnoc and do like it, but the big zipper thing on top I'd rather do without. Maybe they make one without that! I am not sure. I wound up using an Evernew water bladder on this trip and was happy with it. Still normal bottles are king and i'd rather have no bladder at all, but some trails just call for it.

@doubleback3000

3 жыл бұрын

Right on. I understand wanting the absolute lightest setup and only taking what you truly need. I feel that certain things are worth a small weight penalty if it makes chores more efficient. Water collection for me is one of those things. Thanks to you and Lint, I got my pack weight down to 17lbs 3.8oz with food and water for 5 days! Thanks for all the great videos.

Sharing is caring!

Great video, cool place to do it too.

For desert hiking. Electrolytes are a VERY GOOD item to bring. Drinking water is not enough. As you sweat you lose electrolytes.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Not mentioned as it's more of a food item rather than a gear and baseweight. But for sure will have that stuff with me!

Great video! Snow looked fun lol Curious as to why you don’t use a buff/neck gaiter? I absolutely love mine. With how useful it is (as well as already needing a mask) i take mine on every trip. Hope you have fun and safe trip my friend!

Stoked!!!

Watch your filter if it the temperatures get to freezing - All hollow fiber water filters can freeze if left out in cold temperatures - this essentially breaks the filter. There is no way to tell if your filter has been compromised or not. The breakage is a result of residual water in the filter freezing and expanding, thus breaking the hollow fiber membrane. The only time this cannot happen is before you have used the filter for the first time (because presumably there will not be any water in the filter at that time).

Just got to the cactus part.. guess Darwin is gonna use the tweezers if you sit on a cactus 🌵😂 sorry couldn’t help myself. Happy trails man

Hunter Gatherers would of been complaining and Jupiter would be motivating them. I have the greatest respect for you sir!

The Platypus Quickdraw blows the Sawyers out of the water. Used it on the CDT last year It is a lot faster than the Sawyer, and didn't have any problems with it. It did slow down after a long time, but even then it was faster than the Sawyer. Pretty much everyone I hiked with switched to one. They just came up with a really good design!

Thanks Jupiter u just cut a pound of my burden!

You sound very excited

You might like trying BITE toothpaste bits. They're single serving little lozenges that you chew up and brush with a wet toothbrush. No plastic tube! Unpaid endorsement! And I love your videos, coming back a year later to check out what's good. Thanks for spreading the knowledge!

Gonna guess altra superiors? Nice vid😁

Using a water filter?? I never would've guessed

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Water looks gnarly out there!

@davidsixtwo

3 жыл бұрын

@@JupiterHikes Has something changed with the platypus + squeeze mounting? The platy used to leak with the squeeze, that's how I ended up with a CNOC instead.

@slowfox532

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidsixtwo Had the same problems. My 2L Platybus was leaking permanently with my Sawyer Squeeze. Not a good combo. I use to drink with the filter directly out of the usual water bottle. My Patybus is just for carrying some exta water. Perhaps he meant to do this?

@MarlowWhere

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidsixtwo I've heard the newer bags mate better...but that's also why I went with cnoc.

@melminimalist8853

3 жыл бұрын

That was my reaction too! Also, no more Frog Toggs jacket?! Lol, enjoy your hike Jupiter, I’m headed for Springer Mtn in April, feels good to get back out there.

Yippee I have some of this stuff already got two sun hats 🤠

A water filter!?!!? I’m sure you’re going to get this comment so many times. Enjoy your hike Jupiter!

@joeso8114

3 жыл бұрын

What's wrong with the squeeze he is taking, you would use something else?

@agnostichaos

3 жыл бұрын

@@joeso8114 Jupiter typically doesn’t use a filter.

Looks like you could thru hike the AT with a toothpick, a McDonald's paper napkin, and a peanut. At least compared to me. Planning a FT nobo 2022. Enjoy your hike.

@jonnytacoma

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!! But that too would need to be cut down toothkin.

Welcome to the 7lbs club. No beanie? You're a brave walker, my guy.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I always carried a beanie before because I didn't have a hood on my jackets, so giving this a try!

For me the Katahdin Bfree works twice as well as the sawyer filters. I replace the filter part each hiking season and carry the 3 liter bag.

Yeah boyyyyyy

You and Darwin, should do a bicycle tour

I ended up using my tarp almost every night on the AZT because the condensation was usually bad. You often find yourself camping in the bottom of canyons and valleys which stay cold and wet. It may be a little better in April though.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I hope it's better but if not that's cool too I do love my tarp 💕

@MarlowWhere

3 жыл бұрын

@@JupiterHikes I just carried my borah bivy too so on days where I felt I had good enough ventilation I'd just sleep in that sans tarp but...still usually had some dampness between the bivy and my quilt. It's weird getting used to it coming from the east coast. Much wetter here, but you don't end up bedding down in lots of cold wells where as the AZT you can't often get too far from trail to camp and therefore end up in lots of low cold spots

I love your videos but since I am from Sweden where we use the metric system all the stats gets lost on me since it takes a while to convert in my head! Maybe this is to much to ask but it would be nice if you included the weight and length in kilograms and kilometers when you insert text. I don’t know, that would just be nice. Either way, I love your videos and I wish you good luck on your through hike!

@Smilliztho

3 жыл бұрын

I just saw that you actually Include the metric equivalents for the gear, thanks!

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I tried to include grams for this video! I think I forgot to do it once but trying to keep the rest of the world in mind.

@Smilliztho

3 жыл бұрын

JupiterHikes yeah, sorry, I wrote my comment too fast!

The platypus is really awkward filling in standing water - Would recommend one of those CNOC bags that Darwin used to use with the openable bottom! Enjoy the hike :)

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I have a cnoc thing tho I don't know if it's the same as darwins. Mine you can open up both sides? Initially I haven't liked it so giving the platypus a go this time

@livesoutdoors1708

3 жыл бұрын

Cut the bottom off a water bottle for dipping...seriously. I live here.

@JaredandTasha

3 жыл бұрын

@@livesoutdoors1708 or use a sun hat

Jupiter, if you were buying today, would you get the EE Copperfield Wind Pants over your MB Tachyons? Your videos by the way are really great. Takes me back to the AZT in every good way.

Love your style so much! I'm asking how do you deal without any extra chlothes when you stop hiking and your shirt is wet of sweat? do you wear down jacket on your skin? Did you sleep clotheless? Thanks

Realistic.

really awesome setup. I have a question. when you customized your Torrid Pullover, did you selected Helmet Compatible Hood?? my head is big so I'm thinking about whether to choose it or not. Do you think normal size is big enough without that option??

Oh now I see, you get away with such a small back pack because of that huge fanny pack! Hahaha, you are the best, Jupiter!

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't use it on the Pacific Northwest Trail in 2019 and really missed it! A sucker for having all my things within reach

That tripod will last probably forever. Mines going strong after 6 years of use, it's crazy as I thought the same thing when I got it.

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Surprising! I have already mentally let it go lol but good to know if I take care it can go the distance!

@justalurkr

3 жыл бұрын

I had a set of stainless steel cookware like that. Off-brand, very affordable: I looked forward to it lasting just long enough to afford fancy enameled cast iron. Twenty two years later...

the cold will be more extreme in higher altitudes. be careful. I winter backpack in the Adirondacks. whatever the temp is in flagstaff, can be 20 degreees warmer than what you'll get in the hills! be prepared for 0 degrees overnight! I easily hit those temps on the pct in 2017 in the Sierras in May. I know it will be warming up soon so take my advice with a grain of salt

@JupiterHikes

3 жыл бұрын

Flagstaff is at 7,000ft already which is not far off the highest points on the AZT. Definitely a mountain town. But I do hope with starting later than most I can avoid the worst of it when it comes to cold. Preparing for 20s but don't think I'll deal with that often or maybe at all. We will see.

What would be the best compromise backpack if you are thinking you might do a thru-hike but still want to use the same pack in fishing/bushwhacking trips? Choosing is so hard. First I was looking at Kajka pack but it weighs 3.3kg.. not the one since I'm not using it a lot during winter time. 50-70L would probably be the best, idk.

I don't know him or where he's going but no knife or Ferro rod and some char cloth. A Hank of cordage perhaps. Well happy trails hope you have fun.

@JupiterHikes

2 жыл бұрын

You can check out the trip on this channel if you like, this was the gear I used on an 800 mile hike through the middle of nowhere mountains across Arizona, from Mexico to Utah. Also similar to the gear I have used to hike the 2,200mi Appalachian Trail, and many more

At mile 300 right now. These storms!

Time to give us a post-hike gear review.

that gust though