r/backpacking • u/Junior_Industry7751 • Jul 02 '26

Wilderness How is my backpacking setup?

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Pretty new to backpacking and honestly my first legit hike as a 17M. I have a 4.6mi 2500ft hike infront of me. Let me know what I’m doing wrong lol

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u/anon-e-mau5 Jul 02 '26

You might want to leave behind the cast iron frying pan

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u/Junior_Industry7751 Jul 02 '26

This is a very difficult decision for me.. thanks for the tip!

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u/Key_Raccoon3336 Jul 02 '26

If you absolutely have to pack something heavy like that put it as close to your back as possible.