[recycled sixtie]

My most recent backpacking/tenting trip 2 weeks ago included:
cell ph. - acts like emerg. locator if turned on
gps -shows location and elevation
tent 3 lbs
sleeping bag good to 38F
binocs
camera
one hiking pole for balance and fording streams
etc. etc
Total weight of backpack 30 lbs.
Young guys had 40lbs+ on the trail.
15 lbs would be a dayhike pack for me!