7 Hikers Reveal the Gear They Swear By After 500 Miles

What backpacking gear do experienced thru-hikers actually recommend? At AT Trail Days, hikers share the shelters, backpacks, and gear they've trusted through hundreds of miles, along with what they'd change if they started over. From Big Agnes, Durston, Gossamer Gear, Hyperlite, and Osprey to hammock setups, quilts, and trail-tested accessories, this video is packed with honest opinions, favorite gear, and practical advice to help you choose the best backpacking setup for your next thru-hike. Read the full article on The Trek 👉 https://thetrek.co/we-asked-7-at-thru... If you're thru-hiking this or next year and you're interested in blogging or vlogging for The Trek, start here 👉 https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resourc... ------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram @thetrek.co 👉   / thetrek.co   Follow us on Facebook at The Trek 👉   / thetrek.co   Are you thru-hiking in the near future? Consider blogging for The Trek! 👇 https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resourc... Get the best from The Trek every week, directly to your inbox: https://linkly.link/2G2v6 Check out our suggested Appalachian Trail & Pacific Crest Trail Gear Lists AT: https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resourc... PCT: https://thetrek.co/pacific-crest-trai... ------------------------------------------------------------- #Backpacking #ThruHiking #UltralightBackpacking #TheTrek #HowToThruHike #HowToBackpacking #BackpackingBasics #BackpackingMistakes