Category: Backpacking With a Camera

Backpacking With a Camera

I often receive questions related to this subject so I decided to create a dedicated section for it on my blog. I also embarked upon a particular project to lighten up my backpacking kit in order to more easily carry camera equipment into the backcountry. On this page you'll find a series of posts that detail that specific project and hopefully it gives you some clues and ideas on how you can also deal with the same situation.

Finding a Sleeping Bag for -40C/-40F

Feb 18, 2020 | Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check

If you’re looking for a sleeping bag that can keep you safe and comfortable in extreme temperatures, I have some advice.

The Ultimate Lightweight Tripod Setup for Backpacking with a Camera

Jul 15, 2017 | Accessories, Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check

There’s many reasons why I love to work from a tripod, so I don’t like to leave one behind when I’m hiking. I had a pretty good solution in place, but I’ve recently upgraded it to something even more awesome, and much lighter!

Shedding Pack Weight: Sierra Designs Backcountry Quilt

Jul 13, 2017 | Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check, Outdoor Gear

The mission to lighten my backpacking load continues, so that I can carry more camera gear instead. This time I’ve been trying out an ultralight quilt instead of a sleeping bag.

Shedding Pack Weight: Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2

Jul 12, 2017 | Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check, Outdoor Gear

The Fly Creek HV UL2 is a 2-person ultralight backpacking tent that will help to lighten my overnight load and make it easier to carry my required camera gear.

Shedding Pack Weight: Redundant Remotes

Jul 12, 2017 | Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check

These can be convenient accessories, but do you really need them? It’s possible that these days you don’t, and in my quest for a lighter kit I think they might have to go. Here’s why…

Shedding Pack Weight: MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove

Jul 11, 2017 | Backpacking With a Camera, Gear Check, Outdoor Gear

A stove is a common necessity on the trail, but not all stoves are built equally. If you really want to lighten your load, this is an area for weight savings and decreased volume. I tested out the MSR PocketRocket 2 stove and you can find my thoughts on it here.