# Top 10 Most OVERPACKED Gear You Need to Stop Bringing

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Podcast: [Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/backpacking-blisters-a-hiking-backpacking-and-adventure-show-9316)
Published: 2026-03-09T08:00:00+00:00
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Derek and Carl discuss the top 10 most overpacked items for backpacking. This is not only from personal experience but also from what they continue to see on trail and online. If you want to lighten your load and become and ultralight backpacker, this could be the first step. Are you bringing any gear that makes this list?

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