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Is ultralight more expensive? (self.ultralight)
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Is ultralight actually more expensive than other types of backpacking?

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 1 year ago

It depends how you do it. Ultralight gear is definitely more expensive because the designers use more expensive materials and really sweat the details. It's also a lower-volume niche market than traditional camping/hiking gear.

Though you can also lighten up by just carrying less. This grandma thru-hiked the AT multiple times with little more than a shower curtain, blanket, bag of food, and sneakers.