Ultralight Alpine Gear List 2019 - 4kg/8lbs - Full comfort at altitude.

Here, I go through what I typically use here in the European Alps predominantly at altitude, whether it's an overnighter or a multi week hike, it's essentially the same.

My base weight is around 4kg (8lbs). This does not include water, food and fuel. Nor does it include the clothes I am wearing. Keeping my pack light enables me to cover more ground each day with greater comfort.

There's not a lot here that will surprise you, but I hope it might help someone who is looking for a little guidance as to what is actually needed (and possibly more importantly NOT needed) here for hiking and wild camping in Europe on our high routes.

It is what I consider 'full comfort'. By this I mean I have a pillow, inflatable pad, an umbrella, a full cookset and everything to make my life comfortable on any length trip at altitude.

I go though my pack, show you whats in it and give a little commentary as to why I have made these choices.

It's fucken riveting stuff.

You can see the complete list, along with their weights here: https://lighterpack.com/r/6hpkqk

Main gear I mention in this video:


0:39 Atom Packs Atom 35
2:00 Hydrapak Seeker
2:00 Katadyn BeFree filter
5:34 TNF HyperAir Trail GTX
7:13 Zpacks Plexamid
9:13 Patagonia Capilene Thermal
9:51 Patagonia Capilene Air
12:57 Sea to Summit Aeros Premium pillow
13:17 Cumulus X-Lite 300
14:26 Cumulus Primelite Pullover
15:18 Thermarest Neo Air X-Lite
15:55 Thermarest Prolite
16:46 Atom Packs Roo
17:48 Nitecore NU25