The Bearded Backpacker
A channel about all things backpacking, gear reviews, and outdoor adventures!
Durston X-mid 1p vs Outdoor Vitals Fortius 1p tent! Which is the best option?
Outdoor Vitals Fortius 1p tent. Is this just a Gossamer Gear copy or an upgrade???
Beginner Backpacking: All about Ultralight backpacking stoves and what to eat while backpacking!
Overnight trip and gear test, Durston Kakwa 55, Brooks Cascadia 16’s, and the OV Nebo Windbreaker!
First look, overview, and packing of the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 45L Ultralight Backpack.
Tarptent Dipole 1 Li. Is this finally my perfect ultralight tent?
Gossamer Gear The One Tent, an honest conversation and review. Still a solid Ultralight option!
First impressions, initial review and a day hike with the new Durston Kakwa 55l. Is it a winner?
Kick off week for the Outdoor Vitals 100 Mile Challenge 2023!!
Ultralight Gear list for a Rainy and Windy trip on the Adventure Hiking Trail.
Very windy and rainy 3 day trip on The Adventure Hiking Trail! Flash floods and falling trees!!
Windy and rainy overnight Backpacking with the Durston X-mid and ULA Circuit Pack
Beginner Backpacking: How to correctly fit, wear, adjust, and load your pack for comfort!
Beginner Backpacking: Backpacks, Traditional, Ultralight? Which style is right for you?
Winter Backpacking… do you really need fancy new gear to stay warm and have fun? Let’s find out!
Beginner Backpacking: Clothing System. What to wear to have fun and stay comfy!
First look and impressions on the Durston X-Mid 1p tent! Spoiler… it’s awesome!
Beginner Backpacking Tips: What shoes do I wear!? Boots? Hiking shoes? Trail runners??
My Budget Friendly 2023 Ultralight Backpacking Gear Loadout.
Winter Backpacking in Hoosier National Forest
Top Backpacking Gear of 2022! Gossamer gear, Altra, Decathalon, and more!
Sub Freezing Winter Backpacking Gear and Clothing System Breakdown. How to Stay Warm and Cozy!
Tent Showdown between the Durston X-mid 1p, the Gossamer Gear 1p and REI quarter dome SL1!
Summertime backpacking to Red River Gorge 2022
Backpacking in the Wind River Range
Does REI gear suck??