Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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I put together a beginner wild camping setup from Decathlon for £500 and head into the mountains with Gary to give it a test.

I've listed my main kit below and then also a few swaps for lighter options or different conditions.

The kit I used in the video would be suitable for 3 seasons and also winter camping in milder conditions. Although a warmer sleeping bag required for under 5c. A bigger rucksack might also be required if you're doing a sub-zero camp.

When buying a rucksack, keep the labels on and do a test pack BEFORE you plan to camp so you can return it for a bigger one if required.

MY MAIN KIT
Tent: geni.us/4mrX
Rucksack: geni.us/iJN24w8
Camping Mat: geni.us/AW4m6n
Sleeping Bag: geni.us/f10X3
Pillow: geni.us/sE7Gx
Stove: geni.us/mtWLP6
Cookset: geni.us/HCHHol
Headtorch: geni.us/Ru1L
Lamp (optional this pushes it over £500): geni.us/zSR3

SOME SWAPS
1 Person Tent (Garys, inner pitch first): geni.us/DEmWNLR
2 Person Version: geni.us/GjHaAI
2 Person Trekking pole Tent (decent tent, not ideal colour): geni.us/EX2lpQ
Ultralight Stove: geni.us/cUM08
Cookset for boiling water: geni.us/pH7e
Winter Sleeping Bag (-5 comfort): geni.us/cFKq
BIG Rucksack (for bulky winter camps): geni.us/CVVVu


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