Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
*This video is sponsored by LMNT! Try LMNT (I love it) by clicking here: drinklmnt.com/mirandagoesoutside
Backpacking gear from New Zealand is on another level! In this video I want to share some of the wildly innovative backpacking gear that I discovered backpacking on the other side of the world. This kiwi made or designed gear is truly genius - from the most innovative pack I have ever seen, to an amazing tent that could rival the Durston X-Mid for uniqueness. I'm hoping some of our American brands take note of what the outdoor industry in New Zealand is coming up with, because they might just be making the best gear in the world. I will be backpacking with this gear soon, but for now I just couldn't wait to share this cool stuff with all of you. I hope you enjoy!
US backpackers! You can find the Aarn Mountain Magic Pro here: alnk.to/8tSOgBe
Intro: 00:00
Aarn backpack: 0:33
Macpac sleeping pad: 5:07
Macpac sleeping bag: 7:31
Why I love LMNT electrolytes: 11:15
Macpac Astral 1p tent: 12:30
Macpack Nitro fleece: 14:54
Combo pack liner and emergency bivy: 16:25
Outro: 18:33
Check out my first dramatic video in NZ hiking to McIntosh Hut here: youtube.com/watch?v=DpUflU5FMcw&t=57s
Check out my second video on the Greenstone-Caples Track NZ here: youtube.com/watch?v=zLk5tl6RbxM&t=1908s
Check out my third NZ video escaping a storm in the mountains here: youtube.com/watch?v=Xg3CKhyobBI
My usual backpacking gear -
Nemo Hornet Elite 1p Tent: rei.pxf.io/xLPGgy
LiteAF ECOPAK 46L Pack: liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/?ref=10796
ZenBivy Quilt: alnk.to/5FeE1x7
ZenBivy Sleeping Pad: alnk.to/fwv4Xef
ZenBivy Fast Sheet: alnk.to/eDVi39T
Pillow: alnk.to/aARRupp
Bottle Rocket by Gossamer Gear: alnk.to/btq0S3y
Shoulder Strap Pocket: alnk.to/aAPM3wW
Outdoor Vitals 1/8" Closed Cell Foam Pad: alnk.to/c09vB5i
Exped 1.5 Sleeping Pad: rei.pxf.io/KBzRvz
Sawyer filter and Cnoc 2L bladder: rei.pxf.io/nXzQ5M
M!GO Water Bottle: alnk.to/2QAwkwn
Soto Windmaster Stove: rei.pxf.io/3J3Nvn
Toaks Pot (750ml): rei.pxf.io/MA1L7n
Toaks Long Handled Spork: rei.pxf.io/VxqKqa
Nitecore Power Bank: alnk.to/cwTMxN0
Gerber Dime: rei.pxf.io/XmDRP4
LuminAID Lantern: rei.pxf.io/WymzjG
Kula Cloth: alnk.to/2jPgvsQ
Garmin InReach Mini 2: rei.pxf.io/DyrN7a
SamBob Pride Hoodie: alnk.to/31uiqMQ
Pagosa Fireside Camp Slippers: rei.pxf.io/PO3gLX
Some of the above links are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase something from the affiliate links I may earn a small commission. This money goes straight back into making content!
Miranda Goes Outside merch is now for sale! Get yours here: mirandagoesoutside.com
Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me on Patreon! 💚 If you'd like to become a Patron and support my channel, click here: patreon.com/mirandagoesoutside
The Miranda Goes Outside crew:
Producer: Rainer Golden
Editor: Abby Hagan
Editor: Katie Van Fleet
Editor: Doug Linstedt
Dog: Tucker
Cat: Oscar
Miranda: Miranda
This video was filmed and edited by Rainer Golden with additional editing by Doug Linstedt.
Follow me on IG @MirandaGoesOutside: instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside
Find past Miranda in the Wild videos on REI Co-op's YouTube channel here: youtube.com/@rei
Like, Subscribe, Comment, and tune in (almost) weekly for more Miranda Goes Outside!
Innovative Backpacking Gear From New Zealand
#backpacking #spring #hiking #camping #ultralight #newzealand #2026 #adventure #mirandagoesoutside
*This video is sponsored by LMNT! Try LMNT (I love it) by clicking here: drinklmnt.com/mirandagoesoutside
Backpacking gear from New Zealand is on another level! In this video I want to share some of the wildly innovative backpacking gear that I discovered backpacking on the other side of the world. This kiwi made or designed gear is truly genius - from the most innovative pack I have ever seen, to an amazing tent that could rival the Durston X-Mid for uniqueness. I'm hoping some of our American brands take note of what the outdoor industry in New Zealand is coming up with, because they might just be making the best gear in the world. I will be backpacking with this gear soon, but for now I just couldn't wait to share this cool stuff with all of you. I hope you enjoy!
US backpackers! You can find the Aarn Mountain Magic Pro here: alnk.to/8tSOgBe
Intro: 00:00
Aarn backpack: 0:33
Macpac sleeping pad: 5:07
Macpac sleeping bag: 7:31
Why I love LMNT electrolytes: 11:15
Macpac Astral 1p tent: 12:30
Macpack Nitro fleece: 14:54
Combo pack liner and emergency bivy: 16:25
Outro: 18:33
Check out my first dramatic video in NZ hiking to McIntosh Hut here: youtube.com/watch?v=DpUflU5FMcw&t=57s
Check out my second video on the Greenstone-Caples Track NZ here: youtube.com/watch?v=zLk5tl6RbxM&t=1908s
Check out my third NZ video escaping a storm in the mountains here: youtube.com/watch?v=Xg3CKhyobBI
My usual backpacking gear -
Nemo Hornet Elite 1p Tent: rei.pxf.io/xLPGgy
LiteAF ECOPAK 46L Pack: liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/?ref=10796
ZenBivy Quilt: alnk.to/5FeE1x7
ZenBivy Sleeping Pad: alnk.to/fwv4Xef
ZenBivy Fast Sheet: alnk.to/eDVi39T
Pillow: alnk.to/aARRupp
Bottle Rocket by Gossamer Gear: alnk.to/btq0S3y
Shoulder Strap Pocket: alnk.to/aAPM3wW
Outdoor Vitals 1/8" Closed Cell Foam Pad: alnk.to/c09vB5i
Exped 1.5 Sleeping Pad: rei.pxf.io/KBzRvz
Sawyer filter and Cnoc 2L bladder: rei.pxf.io/nXzQ5M
M!GO Water Bottle: alnk.to/2QAwkwn
Soto Windmaster Stove: rei.pxf.io/3J3Nvn
Toaks Pot (750ml): rei.pxf.io/MA1L7n
Toaks Long Handled Spork: rei.pxf.io/VxqKqa
Nitecore Power Bank: alnk.to/cwTMxN0
Gerber Dime: rei.pxf.io/XmDRP4
LuminAID Lantern: rei.pxf.io/WymzjG
Kula Cloth: alnk.to/2jPgvsQ
Garmin InReach Mini 2: rei.pxf.io/DyrN7a
SamBob Pride Hoodie: alnk.to/31uiqMQ
Pagosa Fireside Camp Slippers: rei.pxf.io/PO3gLX
Some of the above links are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase something from the affiliate links I may earn a small commission. This money goes straight back into making content!
Miranda Goes Outside merch is now for sale! Get yours here: mirandagoesoutside.com
Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me on Patreon! 💚 If you'd like to become a Patron and support my channel, click here: patreon.com/mirandagoesoutside
The Miranda Goes Outside crew:
Producer: Rainer Golden
Editor: Abby Hagan
Editor: Katie Van Fleet
Editor: Doug Linstedt
Dog: Tucker
Cat: Oscar
Miranda: Miranda
This video was filmed and edited by Rainer Golden with additional editing by Doug Linstedt.
Follow me on IG @MirandaGoesOutside: instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside
Find past Miranda in the Wild videos on REI Co-op's YouTube channel here: youtube.com/@rei
Like, Subscribe, Comment, and tune in (almost) weekly for more Miranda Goes Outside!
Innovative Backpacking Gear From New Zealand
#backpacking #spring #hiking #camping #ultralight #newzealand #2026 #adventure #mirandagoesoutside
