Ultralight Backpacking Gear: Packing List Under 10 Lbs

Our ultralight backpacking philosophy is ‘bring what you need, nothing more, nothing less’. Going ultralight doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice significant comfort. We’ve put together a full backpacking gear list – complete with a free-standing tent, a stove, and even a pillow – for under 10 pounds.

Continue reading to learn more about gear for ultralight backpacking, written by Brett Kretzer.

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Clever Hiker: Ultralight Backpacking Gear: Packing List Under 10 Lbs

Brett Kretzer

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March 18, 2026

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Ultralight Backpacking Gear: Packing List Under 10 Lbs

Continue reading to learn more about gear for ultralight backpacking, written by Brett Kretzer.

Adventurer. Writer. Creator.

Brett Kretzer

I’m a freelance content writer and copywriter in the outdoor industry. I have experience writing short and long form articles and blog posts, email marketing, social media content, and SEO.

Adventurer. Writer. Creator.

Brett Kretzer

I’m a freelance content writer and copywriter in the outdoor industry. I have experience writing short and long form articles and blog posts, email marketing, social media content, and SEO.

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Brett Kretzer

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Ultralight Backpacking Gear: Packing List Under 10 Lbs

Continue reading to learn more about gear for ultralight backpacking, written by Brett Kretzer.

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Brett Kretzer

I’m a freelance content writer and copywriter in the outdoor industry. I have experience writing short and long form articles and blog posts, email marketing, social media content, and SEO.

Adventurer. Writer. Creator.

Brett Kretzer

I’m a freelance content writer and copywriter in the outdoor industry. I have experience writing short and long form articles and blog posts, email marketing, social media content, and SEO.

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We build products withindustry-leadingstandards and technology, designed to keep you outdoors for longer. Explore what others are saying about Sawyer.

News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

Stories and experiences encompassing a spread of outdoor enthusiasms, from theBackcountry to the Backyard^TM. What keeps you outdoors?

Trail tips and packing list guides for backcountry travel, gear choices.Trail guidesfor hiking, biking, thru-hiking and more.

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