>>515170Hydrated foods mean carrying less water. Some of us eat well on the trail
Zippos can be altered to be decent and most don't dry out in a week.
Campshowers don't weigh much, but I don't use them
EXTERNAL FRAME PACK
This is where you're an idiot.
If you rip your bag, you can still lash things to the frame.
The frame also doubles as a stretcher if need be.
Also, if you're not the guy carrying the injured party, you can lash another bag onto yours.
I don't care for machetes, but they are lighter than a hatchet.
I've been known to bring a kabar. It works perfectly for latrine duty >pic related
I prefer paracord and bungees to rope.
Pillows are for pussies though.