EVERYONE Should Try Ultralight Backpacking (My 7lb Base Weight Gear List)

I took my backpacking setup down to just 7 pounds… and then put it to the test on a real trail. In this video, I head out to the Channels at Channels State Park in Virginia (no camping here I hiked further to get out of the state park) to see if going ultralight actually lives up to the hype — or if it’s just another trend. Along the way, I break down why I believe every backpacker should try going ultralight at least once, even if you don’t stick with it. Once I reach the Channels, I lay out my entire gear setup so you can see exactly what made the cut (and what didn’t). No fluff, no guesswork — just a real look at what it takes to hit a 7 lb base weight. And at the end of the video, I announce the winner of last week’s giveaway… plus reveal a brand new one you won’t want to miss. If you’ve ever thought about cutting weight, hiking faster, or just making backpacking more enjoyable — this is your sign. 👇 Drop a comment: Have you ever tried getting your base weight under 10lbs? If not, what piece of gear would you cut first? 👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss future gear breakdowns and giveaways. Sponsors: On Trail Guides - Go to OnTrailGuides.com and use code CHAFED20 for 20% off a course or guided hike. Igneous Gear: use code CHAFED FOR 20% off at Igneousgear.com Jolly Gear - Use code CHAFED for 15% off at Jollygear.com Trekker Joes - Use code MARION15 for 15% off at trekkerjoes.org or click the link to automatically apply coupon: https://trekkerjoes.org/discount/MARI... Sambob - Use code CHAFED20 for 20% off at Sambob.biz FOLLOW MY SOCIALS! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marion_outd... Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marionoutdoor... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15dGRA... Send Gear and/or Fan Mail to: 😘 Coach Marion Outdoors 208 E Main St. Marion, VA 24354 Email me at: [email protected] *All editing, filming, writing and acting is done by me. If you’re interested in editing/filming and building this channel with me. Please email me!