When I was first getting into the outdoors, I had no idea where to start and believed that buying items new and at full cost was my only option. Now that I've worked in the outdoor industry for over a decade, I realize this is not only not true, but it's also not the smartest way to build out your kit. Here's how to assemble your backpacking gear intentionally and affordably.

Here's my ultimate backpacking gear list for multi-day hikes, including gear recommendations and a PDF checklist.