Listed below is my personal hiking gear checklist. Over the years I’ve been fortunate to buy, test and use all of the hiking gear below. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve chopped and changed this list. I will update and add reviews when available. Feel free to add, change, or delete to suit your hiking gear needs. This list is what I use on a regular basis for all-day walks and overnight hikes.
You can also download a copy for yourself in EXCEL format. The excel format has a hiking gear checklist for day walks and overnight walks. (Hosted on Google Drive). I’ve also left links to Amazon and eBay where needed for photo and price comparison.
Feel free to share the hiking gear list if needed. If the hiking list helps or you have suggestions on new equipment, please let me know.
Updated: Hiking Gear List for Overnight and Day Walks
Hiking Bags
- Osprey Atmos AG 65 – Overnight bag (Amazon)
- Osprey Escapist 30L Adventure Daypack – For day walks (Amazon)
- Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sacks – Different Sizes
Feet
- SALOMON Quest 4D GTX Men’s Hiking Shoes
- Wool Socks X 2
- Gaiters – Sea to Summit Quagmire Snake Resistant (Amazon Link – eBay Link)
- Gaiters – Sea to Summit Spinifex Canvas Ankle Gaiters (Amazon Link – eBay Link)
Clothing
- Buff Headwear
- Rain Jacket > Cape Brand
- Rain Pants > Cape Brand
- Spare Camp Shoes or Thongs
- Thermal Black Top and Pants (Aldi Brand)
- Black Gloves
Cooking
- Pot for Cooking: Olicamp Xcelerator Titanium
- Stove for cooking: XTS Stove Combo
- Stove: Mini Trangia (Optional)
- Fuel for Stove (Gas Canister / Alcohol)
- GSI Diamondback Pot Grippers
- X-Bowl X-Set Sea to Summit. Bowl and Cup
- Spork, Spoon, Knife, Fork – Sea to Summit
Electronics
- Power Bank (for GoPro, Phone and Electronics)
- Phone
- Batteries 2 X AA
- Solar Panels – Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit (Goal Zero) – For Extended Walks (Amazon)
- GoPro Hero5 + Assorted Accessories + Batteries + Mounts (Filming)
Fire System
- Lighter X 1
- Fire Striking Rod – Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter
- I also carry some waterproof matches
First Aid
Lights
- Head Torch – ReVolt Headlamp Black Diamond
- Torch – T10 ThruNite with white candle attachment
- Luminoodle – LED Lights – (Amazon)
- Luci Solar Light – Portable Solar Lamp
Navigation
- Garmin GPS eTrex 20 + 2 AA Batteries (eBay) (Amazon)
- Silva Ranger Compass
- Map for Area
- Map and Compass Waterproof Holder – Sea to Summit
- KTI Safety Alert SA2G PLB (No longer available – See link for great alternative products)
Shelter
Tent – Vango Banshee 200- Tent – Kelty Salida 2 (eBay) (Amazon)
- SOL Bivvy (Emergency Use) – For Day Walks (eBay) (Amazon)
- Portable Tarp / Tyvek Ground Sheet
Sleep System
- Sleeping Bag – Komodo Ultra Compact Sleeping Bag (No good for Winter)
- Sea to Summit Thermolite Reactor Compact Plus Liner (eBay) (Amazon)
Vango Ultralite Full Size Self-Inflating Hiking Mat
- Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated Inflatable Sleeping Mat Regular
- EXPED Air Pillow – Medium (eBay) (Amazon)
Toiletries
- Hand Sanitiser
- Toilet Paper
- Toothpaste and Toothbrush
- Napkins / Wet Wipes
- Bushman Plus Dry Gel Insect Repellent with DEET
- Sunscreen SPF 30+
Hiking Tools
- VANQUEST Everyday Carry Maximizer EDCM-Husky – (Amazon)
- Survival gear to fit into Maximizer Husky (Various items)
- Paracord
- Trowel (Orange)
- Knife (Bear Grylls)
- Mirror, Whistle
- Sea to Summit Freestanding Folding Bucket 10L
- Folding Seat Pad – DutchWare
- All-Weather Notebook + Pen
Water System
- Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter (Amazon)
- Squeeze Water Filter Bag 16oz, 32oz, 64oz
- Platypus Insulator (3.0L) – Water Bladder
- Nalgene Bottle 1L X 2 Bottles (Amazon)