Can we talk about ultralight backpacking not being the best for everyone

I tried going super light on a weekend trip and honestly missed my regular sleeping pad and a proper camp chair. I get the point for long trails, but for most short trips, a little extra comfort weight feels worth it. Am I the only one who finds the push to cut every single ounce a bit much?

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dianac151mo ago

Totally get that, I tried the same thing last month and hated how cold I got with a thin pad. My back was killing me by morning, lol, and I missed having a real book instead of on my phone. For a couple nights, carrying a few extra pounds for a good sleep is totally worth it.

shane_carr1mo ago

Learned that the hard way too...