Okay. I have to admit something. I feel like I should...

I need to get one thing off of my chest.

When I'm looking for a new piece of gear, weight is not the first thing I check. But it's even worse...

I pack heavy.

Okay. There. I said it. Happy to have that off my chest. Whew! I feel soooo much better! It's like a huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders. Sorry. Bad joke there. What can I say? I'm a dad. Comes with the territory.

Yep. I'm not an ultra lightweight backpacker. I should probably start a support group. LOL.