Thread: Overnight Hunting Kit - Basic list

Yikes!

Mid to late 1970's a 10 day Xmas trip into the Kaimanawas or Nelson Lakes would see us carting a pretty standard 65lb pack. Thats 29.5 kgs.

Just shows the weight savings that modern lightweight gear and food have brought to the party. We would carry pretty much everything you have listed there. Just made of different stuff. Except crocs. They hadn't been invented yet.

Mind you, I still have my 1970's pack, sleeping bag and rifle. Not sure if some of this ultralite gear bought today will be around in 50 years time. Then again your back and knees will have thanked you many times over by then!