My Backpacking Gear List for 2023

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  • This is a detailed look into the backpacking gear I'll be using for 2023.
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ความคิดเห็น • 244

  • @pursuit2peak
    @pursuit2peak ปีที่แล้ว +382

    Liam, im an ex marine that has suffered over the years with depression etc, i can honestly say watching your videos has brought me so much happiness. a sense of relaxation, calmness and great videos with fantastic content has inspired me to get on the walks and back in the field, can genuinely say watching the content makes me feel alive again and in touch with nature and adventure. keep up the fantastic work mate, wishing you all the success you deserve in the future, you have helped me in so many ways, and others as well. keep it up!

    • @NotASheep100
      @NotASheep100 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Never giv up ....keep pushin forward....take one day at a time....respect yaself for even the small things u do....then get a tent and kit and get out there....easier said than done ...but u can do it.

    • @meme1033
      @meme1033 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      All the best mate

    • @ilTroubadori
      @ilTroubadori ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Hi mate I'm ex marine too but always stayed active I'm 64 now and still get out hill-walking and mountain biking and an early morning walk round the park it's so important for my mental health..I'm hoping to go backpacking when I retire next year..whereabouts are you from ?

    • @pursuit2peak
      @pursuit2peak ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @ilTroubadori hope all well royal. Good to hear. I live on the south coast, near Portsmouth.

    • @TrasonStadler
      @TrasonStadler 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Once a marine always a marine

  • @TB41n0
    @TB41n0 ปีที่แล้ว +278

    Liam the most likeable guy on TH-cam. Congratulations on all your success 🎉

    • @skrrttz
      @skrrttz ปีที่แล้ว

      Love to see him go down a Dale Philip route. Not only hike and adventure but do it in busier places and see the interactions with locals etc

    • @GB-yr1tc
      @GB-yr1tc ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Definitely agree, a breath of fresh air compared with some of the narcissistic egos you run into on TH-cam and other media's. Cheers Liam, keep it up

    • @dexterp2001
      @dexterp2001 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree!

    • @inMuro
      @inMuro 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      wanted to place a similar comment. ill add one here for his algorithm. thanks liam for ur content, very chill and relaxing

  • @thefeelcompany
    @thefeelcompany ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Liam. The chillest geezer discovering the world on foot, his serotonin from walking, a couple of beers, some flat space and TH-cam.

  • @masonfreeparty
    @masonfreeparty ปีที่แล้ว +2

    suggestion for another walk liam..ive never been to this area but it looks interesting: 110 miles/180 kilometres of often remote coastal walking on the Llyn Peninsula's 'Land's End of Wales' broken down into nine easy days.9 Mar 2021

  • @john101CT
    @john101CT ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Yo Liam! Thanks for yet another wonderful video. Apart from the practical advice about your choice of kit (thanks for sharing so frankly), your admirable attitude shines through again. No fancy luxury items; no need to exchange simple gear that works for you; no emphasis on consumerism; no sponsored items or pushing a particular brand; living simply with a lifestyle that is eco-friendly and loves the earth! You are an excellent example and an inspirational role model. You are authentic and sincere - lots to love about you. Keep going! Best wishes from Cape Town!

  • @sole2soul317
    @sole2soul317 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is the most honest video I've see here in youtube about backpacking, I have to remind myself that it is about the adventure and not just the kit. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jakeplumb6484
    @jakeplumb6484 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Hey Liam, I absolutely love watching your content. Your style of making is just so relaxing and down to earth. I love seeing you live your life to the fullest with all your adventures. Thank you.

  • @joshd790
    @joshd790 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great kit Liam can’t wait for the next adventure it’s always worth the wait

  • @braddavison6255
    @braddavison6255 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the fact that you do some pretty damn hardcore walks and no fkn about with too much fancy stuff. No messing. Top man.

  • @excemptfrombs2124
    @excemptfrombs2124 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Out of all the camping channels in the uk ,I think you’res is growing the fastest,well done Liam ❤ 🇬🇧

  • @gcbtfunnlove
    @gcbtfunnlove ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love all your content - thanks for this is really good gear guide. I tent to struggle with finding the right balance between what’s worth investing in and what can be done for less when it comes to gear, so this is really helpful as I prep for a few multis this year. Cheers Liam! Keep it coming

  • @samgold2749
    @samgold2749 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks Liam for the Kit list very helpful. Doing the Dales Way walk in a few weeks so the timing is just right.

  • @ThenamesConor
    @ThenamesConor ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I've never gone Hiking or wild camping, but this June I'm walking from Wimborne Dorset UK to scotland! Going to cairngorms nation park, and some Harry potter filing locations like loch eilt. Gonna take me roughly 30 days, wild camping every night apart from the odd night in a travelodge or holiday inn. Gonna be a crazy journey, doing it for my own mental health and as a personal challenge/adventure. Gonna be recording the whole thing too, so I'll be uploading shorts daily and in July time I'll be uploading a video of the whole thing!

    • @kairoberts2163
      @kairoberts2163 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wow that's an impressive trip for anyone let alone someone that's never been hiking before all the best to you have a great trip!

    • @slipnpitch1894
      @slipnpitch1894 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good luck and enjoy. Sounds amazing

    • @samskordi6079
      @samskordi6079 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That sounds amazing, I've subscribed with notifications on. I'm also doing a long backpacking trip soon and am really excited. Good luck!!

    • @ThenamesConor
      @ThenamesConor ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@samskordi6079 thanks mate appreciate it! Exactly one month to go and then the hike begins 😎

    • @samskordi6079
      @samskordi6079 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThenamesConor 2 months to go for me! I'm going backpacking and camping in South Africa, can't wait! Also would highly recommend Dartmoor!

  • @jasonbroome3750
    @jasonbroome3750 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    From watching you convert your van to the sunny sights of Spain mate! Well done bro channel is flourishing well, great content Liam 👍

  • @outaboutuk9955
    @outaboutuk9955 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You’ve thought of everything and come well prepared, hats off to you sir 🙂🙂

  • @garyhulme2519
    @garyhulme2519 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cheers for this background info. As always really interesting and will make everything that comes even more entertaining if that's possible.
    As always keep safe and healthy. I look forward to seeing your next adventure 😀

  • @Narcoza
    @Narcoza ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey Liam, loving the videos mate. If you're up to it, a video showing how you plan your trips would be awesome for those of us interested in getting started on our own adventures.

  • @killj802
    @killj802 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Proper no nonsense gear explanation and easily understood. Good one Liam, thanks.

  • @teestravels
    @teestravels ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great kit selection just shows you do not need all the big brands to have a adventure, love watching your content really does inspire me to get out and film more adventures

  • @Buffenmeyer
    @Buffenmeyer ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I like your channel because you’re so down to earth and authentic. Refreshing to listen to a guy who’s not obsessed with gear (although I tend to obsess at times!) Looking forward to your 2023 content. Stay well, stay free!. From Pennsylvania, USA

  • @vikkitee4686
    @vikkitee4686 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Be Free water purification filter bottle doubles up as water storage as well. You can drink straight from the bottle and is so light weight and colapsable.

  • @ephrambrown9142
    @ephrambrown9142 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Liam for sharing this behind the scenes vid.

  • @andrewdunmore
    @andrewdunmore ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video Liam! Good to see what kit you take with you! 🥾⛺️

  • @brittanycollins802
    @brittanycollins802 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I don’t how this is possible seeing that I have been watching backpacking TH-cam videos for years now, but some how this is the first video of yours I have come across… I subscribed within the first two minutes.
    You seem incredibly like able and very knowledgeable and I can’t wait to follow along on your journeys!

  • @NotASheep100
    @NotASheep100 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent liam....been good to watch you and your gear change and grow.
    You definetly seem in a better place ..good for you.
    Very inspiring...and your philosophy on kit and just getting out there no matter what we can or cannot afford..spot on mate.
    Keep going liam....pleasure to watch.

  • @andrewdugdale7043
    @andrewdugdale7043 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love how humble you are mate

  • @madaprak
    @madaprak ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great anti blister tip with the double socks. Going to give that a try mate.

  • @katiem3477
    @katiem3477 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that tent!

  • @florentinatoly4448
    @florentinatoly4448 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just discovered your TH-cam Channel and I love it. You know what I like the most that you are not boring and I can watch the videos from start to finish.

  • @jp61370
    @jp61370 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great videos Liam, thanks for sharing your adventures.

  • @jamieedwards6721
    @jamieedwards6721 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Some good ideas there for me, cheers Liam. I promised myself I'd go lightweight this year as I'm not getting any younger so it's out with the Savotta Jääkäri pack that weighs 6 billion tonnes, its a start.

  • @Dowsettexplores
    @Dowsettexplores ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First of all a massive well down on how your channel has grown! I’ve been watching since 2K so it’s very cold to see🙌🏼
    I love all the videos, one things I highly recommend is getting a body bar and shampoo bar from Lush!
    They are not only environmentally friendly but when I went travelling over Asia for 3 months i didn’t even use one whole bar which I used everyday, they are so light weight and are great if you keep them in a water tight zip up bag (food bag) are usually between £5-7 a bar but will last you months!
    Keep up the hard work and videos man 🙌🏼

  • @Jase8Cake
    @Jase8Cake ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love a gear list!

  • @buzzandjim4265
    @buzzandjim4265 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @davidcann6021
    @davidcann6021 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving the gear load out there. Still relatively new to longer distance hikes so trying to save as much weight as possible for the Limestone Way next month. Can probably save 100g+ just by using zip locs rather than mini dry bags.

  • @Dee.K.Mikaelson
    @Dee.K.Mikaelson 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Re shoes
    I recommend the hoka challenger 7 are
    Billed as Trail to road
    But they are seriously amazing on trails,mud ,grass ,dry,wet,etc

  • @jumpyair6705
    @jumpyair6705 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched your across Britain trek, absolutely cracking mate.
    I’ve subscribed, your videos remind me of a slower version of Ed march or a faster version of Roger Barnes, and I love it ! Keep going dude!!

  • @Yogabreakprogram
    @Yogabreakprogram ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing! I was one of those bugging you about your kit haha so this video has proven very helpful for my next adventure doing the West Highland Way ☺

  • @KAoutdoors
    @KAoutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I'll need to check out the Zpacks tent for sure.

  • @andreaardy1080
    @andreaardy1080 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice one Liam especially gear list with links etc! Thanks so much! ❤

  • @mellysmercsprinter4213
    @mellysmercsprinter4213 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just discovered you Liam, you have a great personality, such a watchable person, loving all the videos. What a guy, keep it up, looking forward to seeing what you get up to this year.

  • @WalkaboutLad
    @WalkaboutLad ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! 😊

  • @joenicoud5967
    @joenicoud5967 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to many of your trips

  • @justicefortake9122
    @justicefortake9122 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking forward to your summer adventures m8 keep up the content 👍

  • @anthonyosborne1089
    @anthonyosborne1089 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The most frightening part for me was learning that it's possible for a man's legs to stick together overnight, and the first time I've heard of the phenomena. That's possibly another good use for the olive oil, to keep everything greased up, or to get them parted in an emergency.

  • @leeBoy1867
    @leeBoy1867 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Discovered you recently Liam and loving what you're doing our kid. Keep smashing it mate and take us EVERYWHERE!!!! From a fellow Manc 👊

  • @Yeswecanoutdoors
    @Yeswecanoutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Liam

  • @murphysback
    @murphysback ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Liam you are down to earth man , keep enjoying what your doing bud

  • @ramblingracheltrailtales
    @ramblingracheltrailtales ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Liam, how have I not come across your channel until today?! I've subbed. I like your content, especially camping gear. Have a great weekend.

  • @keithscott1480
    @keithscott1480 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good on you mate great trip's

  • @DanielOutdoors
    @DanielOutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    Carefull with that Dyneema tent though, its good as long you dont hike Above the Artic Circle. I got stuck once with that type of tent in the Norwegian Summer in Fall, and I actually had to evacuate from it to a cabin. That Tent once the Wind gets under it, it can become a sail (wich is a material wich originally is designed for) and the problem with that tent is too when Mist comes along in storms.

  • @paulhoughton5266
    @paulhoughton5266 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info Liam, have already noted a couple of items to get

  • @ad4mpoole
    @ad4mpoole ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love it ❤

  • @paulmint1858
    @paulmint1858 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always inspirational, Liam 👍🏾

  • @Gutgulper
    @Gutgulper ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeeeeees I've been waiting for this! Thank you very much!

  • @johansauser2661
    @johansauser2661 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed your video. Thanks !

  • @Katie-ne7rj
    @Katie-ne7rj ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really helpful, thank you! I love your content

  • @jacobmoore1403
    @jacobmoore1403 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been wanting this. Thanks 👍

  • @thefun-employedadventurer3011
    @thefun-employedadventurer3011 ปีที่แล้ว

    Proper genuine advice nice one bud

  • @steve_adventures_
    @steve_adventures_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great message, Liam. Get out with what you’ve got and build from there 👍🏻

  • @madcitywendy
    @madcitywendy ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Really great info. Greetings from Wisconsin, USA.

  • @gillyc15
    @gillyc15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Liam im new to the channel. This is the first video I saw and after watching the Mallorca video, I was sold. Keep up the good work. Safe travels!

  • @fwdadventuresza254
    @fwdadventuresza254 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it! Down do earth and a highlight in my TH-cam feed! The most important is to get out there 😉

  • @Daytona2
    @Daytona2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Coming from someone with you experience, this is really helpful, thanks Liam 👍

  • @ninjaturtle574
    @ninjaturtle574 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice one
    May your gear Never fail & drones not get lost up of tree's for the Upcoming adventures of 2023!

  • @TripoutUK
    @TripoutUK 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Keep the videos coming mate. Always looking forward to the next one.

  • @wildtransmissions2987
    @wildtransmissions2987 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some solid gear here! I'd be nowhere without my titanium cooking set up. Id almost prefer having it than my blanket haha. Thanks for the upload!

  • @NylonAdidas
    @NylonAdidas ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just love that jacket 😍👍

  • @user-mu9xe4qz8n
    @user-mu9xe4qz8n ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Liam 👌

  • @andrewharris1837
    @andrewharris1837 ปีที่แล้ว

    Class advice.honest &practical

  • @jamiecleeves7921
    @jamiecleeves7921 ปีที่แล้ว

    fab review thanks

  • @Toxicmindset
    @Toxicmindset ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing! I learned a lot! x

  • @jdm7820
    @jdm7820 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your channel is exactly what I’ve been looking for. To find someone similar to me, walking around the nicest places in the UK. So that I can then cherry pick from the videos where I want to go. Cheers buddy!

  • @ross7584
    @ross7584 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your vids are sick bro, I stick them on some nights an fall asleep to them. Proper chilled easy watching!

  • @paulellam6926
    @paulellam6926 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice one Liam, another fab useful upload, many thanks!

  • @GaneshasWriting
    @GaneshasWriting 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Liam. You motivated me to go on an adventure in 2024. This list will come in hanfy. Much love brother. Keep it up, you are amazing.

  • @lorismith8479
    @lorismith8479 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ethernet rocks…I have the cling & x wide sleep so great!!!

  • @dyltrade2055
    @dyltrade2055 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cheers mate

  • @mellowmuffin6645
    @mellowmuffin6645 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One missing piece is a trowel. Always bury your waste! Leave no trace.

  • @paulhanson6008
    @paulhanson6008 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your channel Liam…such a positive feel good vibe✌️&❤️

  • @dougieranger
    @dougieranger ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some great gear there Liam.

  • @marygeorge2281
    @marygeorge2281 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very enjoyable video, thanks Liam, look forward to your next destination

  • @RobFarrell17
    @RobFarrell17 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for to video. Do you have to deal with a lot of condensation with your Duplex? Cheers!

  • @cathrivers8040
    @cathrivers8040 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it more simple better it is Thank you

  • @fr.andrewrowlands-smith663
    @fr.andrewrowlands-smith663 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally excellent so informative!

  • @ZERO-CHEATS-GAMING
    @ZERO-CHEATS-GAMING ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Keep up the content mate ,🤟

  • @wanderlustadventuresph
    @wanderlustadventuresph ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome gears love it.

  • @corinamihailiuc
    @corinamihailiuc ปีที่แล้ว

    good one!

  • @Footprintsandfire
    @Footprintsandfire ปีที่แล้ว

    Great guy love watching his videos he was my inspiration to starting out 🙂💪🏻

  • @discordantfungi2741
    @discordantfungi2741 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd love a video about the legal aspects of tent camping while walking around the UK. I'm from NZ and planning an open ended walking trip in UK (and mainland Europe). I want to bring my tent and be as self-sufficient as possible but I'm not clear on how it all works. I think it is different to here in NZ (it's very hard to 'freedom camp' here these days).

    • @masonfreeparty
      @masonfreeparty ปีที่แล้ว

      i wouldnt worry mate over here...the land is ours,go where you like..the world is far too full of control freaks that need taking down a tent peg or two

  • @rorykendall
    @rorykendall ปีที่แล้ว

    Getting tempted by Frog Togs, for lejog cycle. I got enough waterproof jackets, from addidas 1988 retro one, to cotton traders, North Face and Bergaus. I bought solplex tent, and stuff. I originally tried hiking with 2kg mountain warehouse 4 season sleep bag and shit 25 quid ruck sack, Some cheap gear is ok, really recommend the £25 FE sleep bag amazon, 680g is quite good roomy light weight sleep bag, is sometimes £10 tent in some big Poundland, single skin, tesco have ok 2 skin reasonable tent for £25, probably 2kg, maybe do cheapest option kit test. its maybe poundland tarp and mountain warehouse bivvy, I dunno. Charity shop ruck sack, I got Lowe Alpine Choclatase for £10.

  • @MyWarburton
    @MyWarburton ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, Great attitude. Been watching your videos for a while, look forward to each new one!

  • @paulbowness8422
    @paulbowness8422 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great kit review, thanks - Great looking tent - wish there were uk suppliers of Zpacks gear so we didn't have to pay all the import costs.

  • @Toby100ug
    @Toby100ug ปีที่แล้ว +3

    @liam brown I’m planning on backpacking for the first time this year. From Angus in Scotland, I plan to walk the entire uk coast line with my dog.
    At 22miles per day should reach lands end within a month and will take best part of 3 months to walk the entirety.
    If I start in May I’m hoping to finish in early august.
    This gear list video will be very useful to me. I am going to pack as light as possible to save my back, I’m prepared for periods of exhaustion or starvation as I’ll be on a tight budget.
    Thanks for the vids, wish u luck in your adventures this year.

    • @MB-uu7so
      @MB-uu7so ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I mean, it's fair to be exhausted. But there's no reason you should be starving with proper planning and preparation. Your dog will need looking after also, so obviously plan adequate sustenance for them too.

    • @BillSikes.
      @BillSikes. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Toby100ug
      How did you get on, did you make it ?
      I'm assuming you didn't starve to death 😀

  • @mattyrjackson4261
    @mattyrjackson4261 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful and fun to watch. What do you do for maps??

  • @Stu95
    @Stu95 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video mate! Just wondering where you were able to source the zpacks tent in the UK?

  • @anniet5778
    @anniet5778 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your content . Just need more regularly

  • @ernstdh
    @ernstdh ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet gear.

  • @imranshah8922
    @imranshah8922 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Liam, I love your videos. Could you kindly tell me what shoes you wear? I’ve seen you wearing yellow coloured ones in your Brecon Beacons video. I’m going on a 2 day hike this Friday and really want those shoes 😊

  • @blackmountainadventures
    @blackmountainadventures ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely kit pal, yeah you are right it is all about just getting out but lighting your load most definitely helps on long hikes. One question that I’ve been meaning to ask is why have you taped up the Atom Packs logo on your pack?