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I’ve noticed that the more I get into long-distance trail stuff, the more my "minimalist" mindset is being tested. It starts with just a phone and some keys, but before you know it, you’re basically a pack mule wandering through the woods. I spent twenty minutes last weekend just trying to decide which piece of equipment was actually essential and which was just something I felt I "needed" to have to feel prepared.
It’s funny how much we rely on these specialized kits to feel like we can actually handle a certain distance. I feel like there's this constant pressure to upgrade to the next "pro" level of gear just to make things slightly more comfortable or organized. Honestly, sometimes I miss the days when you just grabbed a pair of shoes and a bottle of water and went for it.
Do you guys find yourselves constantly adding more specialized gear to your kit, or do you try to keep it as stripped back as possible?
It’s funny how much we rely on these specialized kits to feel like we can actually handle a certain distance. I feel like there's this constant pressure to upgrade to the next "pro" level of gear just to make things slightly more comfortable or organized. Honestly, sometimes I miss the days when you just grabbed a pair of shoes and a bottle of water and went for it.
Do you guys find yourselves constantly adding more specialized gear to your kit, or do you try to keep it as stripped back as possible?