7 Ultralight Regrets from the 100 Mile Wilderness

All of my ultralight backpacking regrets from my solo hike of the 100 Mile Wilderness (with a sub-8 lb base weight). From wet feet and blisters, bug protection failures, and pacing too hard, these are the biggest backpacking regrets from one of the most remote sections of the Appalachian Trail in Maine. If you’re planning a thru-hike, section hike, or lightweight backpacking trip, learn from my mistakes and dial in your ultralight gear system. 👇 UL Gear Load Out - Base Weight: 7 lbs, 15.34 oz 👇 🎒 Pack (1 lb 7.6 oz) – MLD Exodus 55: https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/pro... – Stick Stashers: https://spudsadventuregear.com/produc... ⛺️ Shelter (1 lb 3.19 oz) – Zpacks Offset Solo: https://zpacks.com/products/pivot-sol... (replaced by Pivot Solo) 🛏 Sleep System (1 lb 4.72 oz) – EE Revelation 50° (Reg/Wide): https://enlightenedequipment.com/reve... – Oware 1/4” Pad: https://bivysack.com/shop/ols/product... – Big Sky Pillow: https://bigskyinternational.com/colle... – MLD 1/8” Sit Pad: https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/pro... 🧤 Clothing/Wearables (1 lb 11.33 oz) – OR Buff: https://amzn.to/3Gw5qkJ – Sea to Summit Bug Net: https://amzn.to/3Tyfqgh – Dance Pants: https://amzn.to/3TC4tKI – Farpointe Alpha Cruiser 90: https://www.farpointeog.com/stock/p/f... – Goodr BFG Sunglasses: https://amzn.to/3IFWqKh – OR Helium Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/44XzK0S – OV Thermal Tights: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/hi... – Wigwam Socks: https://amzn.to/4lQP05o – OV Nebo Windbreaker: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/ne... 🍳 Cook System (4.85 oz) – Toaks 550 Pot: https://amzn.to/3IqJ6cK – Esbit Stove: https://amzn.to/4lU27CR – Homemade Windscreen: https://amzn.to/4nLBJg4 – OV Titanium Spoon: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/ov... – Mini Bic: https://amzn.to/3TC5wu8 🔋 Electronics (13.57 oz) – Anker 10k Power Bank (similar): https://amzn.to/4ku0FG5 – Spot Gen 3 (now Gen 4): https://amzn.to/40R20Qh – Nitecore NU25 UL: https://amzn.to/4eKKx1X 🧼 Hygiene (1.23 oz) – Dropper: https://amzn.to/40btxMg – Spray Bottle: https://www.litesmith.com/mini-spray-... – Prairie Dog Trowel: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/produ... – Igneous Bidet: https://igneousgear.com/products/bott... – Toothbrush (generic) 🩹 Med/Repair (2.5 oz) – Victorinox Knife: https://amzn.to/44uzC97 – Igneous Repair Spool: https://igneousgear.com/products/ul-r... – Igneous Leukotape: https://igneousgear.com/products/ul-l... – Mini Bic: https://amzn.to/3TC5wu8 📍 Stakes (2.7 oz) – 6 Titanium: https://amzn.to/46KMmts – 2 Aluminum: https://amzn.to/4nLqfJv 💧 Water (3.3 oz) – Katadyn BeFree 1L: https://amzn.to/44YgzUB – 600ml SmartWater 🧳 Sacks/Bags (8.35 oz) – Skog A Kust Ditty Bag: https://amzn.to/44sP8lS – MLD Stake Bag: https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/pro... – MLD Bear Bag Kit: https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/pro... – LokSak Odor Bag: https://amzn.to/3IFXXjv – Trash Bag (generic) ❌ Not Included in Base Weight: Held in hand, worn, consumable, or not typically part of a backpacking kit. – Black Diamond Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/44smPDZ – Esbit Fuel Tabs (x6): https://amzn.to/3GoSi0N – Elete Electrolytes: https://amzn.to/4lOxfU6 – iPhone 14: https://amzn.to/4kBE0YC – Toothpaste, floss, meds (misc) – DJI Action 4 Camera: https://amzn.to/3GkYrLu – Ulanzi MT 73 Tripod: https://amzn.to/4nMBSjk – DJI Action 4 Batteries: https://amzn.to/4kCTWtF – Coros Pace 3 Smartwatch: https://amzn.to/4qQ4s5c This description contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the channel. Thank you! Chapters 00:00 Sub 8 lb Kit 00:24 Eaten Alive by Bugs 02:22 Wet Feet & Blisters 03:55 Too Many Layers 05:24 Losing Gear 06:54 Not Checking My Maps 08:31 Chafing Issues 10:15 Pushing Too Hard