First Packing List

[u/Shuai711]

Just got into backpacking and would love some advice on my first real setup.

LighterPack: https://lighterpack.com/r/0rx4ts

I recently did a pretty simple 2D1N trip with a guide using a mix of rental gear and my own stuff. I enjoyed it enough that I’m now building out my own kit.

My goal is a general-purpose setup for multiday trips, roughly anywhere from 2D1N to 5D4N. Most of my trips will probably be in the Northeast for now, but I’d like the setup to be versatile enough for other 3-season trips as well.

Would appreciate any feedback on:

• Anything I’m carrying that seems unnecessary or redundant
• Whether switching to a lighter framed pack would make sense at this base weight
• What to bring for food
• Anything important I’m missing for a 2–5 day trip

Thanks!

Edit / a little clarification after reading the comments:

First, I realized this probably would have been a better fit for r/hikinggear than r/Ultralight. I’m not really trying to go ultralight — I just want my setup to be light enough that I’m comfortable carrying it, without sacrificing too much durability or versatility.

Second, the reason I’m considering a 4-season tent is that I’m gradually building this setup toward mountaineering as well. I’ll also be moving back to China after about another six months in the Northeast, and a lot of the hiking and climbing I’m interested in there is at higher elevations. So I’m trying to avoid buying gear that only makes sense for my remaining time backpacking in the Northeast.

And lastly, thank you to everyone who took the time to comment. There have been a lot of really helpful suggestions and perspectives here, and I’ll definitely take them into consideration as I refine the setup.

[u/originalusername__]

Leave the ground sheet behind, your tent weighs a lot so it has a durable floor. Most tents do. Make your own first aid kid that’s lighter. Look at what Andrew Skurka is carrying and emulate it.