"Details" / Matt's Current Pack List
"Details" / Matt Favero
Matt joined Zpacks as our first employee in 2010. As our Director of Marketing, he can usually be found in the middle of one of our many ongoing projects.
With thousands of hiking miles under his belt, Matt has thru-hiked the Long Trail, the Superior Hiking Trail, the Tour du Mont Blanc (twice), the Uinta Highline Trail and walked coast to coast across Scotland during The Great Outdoor Challenge in 2014 and 2019.
A full list of all of Matt's Adventures can be found here.
Pivot Solo Tent
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Features
Sleeps 1, Great Head & Foot Room, L Shaped Zippers
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Set Up
1x 52" Trekking Pole + 1x 32" Trekking or Tent Pole
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Floor Size
28" to 42" x 84" (71cm to 107cm x 2.13m)
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Weight
13.5 oz / 383 g
Super Nero Ultra 50L Backpack
$269.00Weight 12.2 oz (345 g)The 50L Super Nero is our biggest and baddest frameless backpack, designed to keep it light and tight with only the must-have features. Perfect for hikes where you want to keep things minimal but mighty.
Our Nero series has conquered multiple thru-hikes of the epic Triple Crown trails, proving that smaller, frameless packs can crush long-distance hikes like a boss.
With 3 different interchangeable strap designs, a removable belt, a comfy sit pad, and a bunch of cool modular add-ons, the versatile Super Nero Ultra is your ticket to maximizing every day hike, section hike, or thru-hike. Time to level up your outdoor game!
Super Nero Ultra 50L Backpack
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Capacity
50L
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Features
Frameless Design | Interchangable Straps | Multiple Belt Options
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Material
Ultra 100X
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Weight
12.2 oz / 345 g
Summer Quilt / Winter Liner
$319.00Weight 8.6 oz (245 g)Our Summer Quilt is designed with just the right amount of warmth for summer nights when the forecast is above freezing. This bag is so light, and packs down so small it can easily be tucked in your day pack just in case, or achieve an unbeatable base weight on longer summer trips.
Combine this quilt with our Zpacks Down Jacket and an Octa Fleece Hat to boost the warmth even further when needed.
The summer quilt closes with a snap at the center and at the neck for easy venting on hot nights. Shock cord can be cinched at the neck to seal out drafts.
The Summer Quilt is also compatible with our Sleeping Pad Quilt Strap (sold separately) which allows you to snap it to your sleeping pad to keep it tucked and in place.
When sub-freezing weather rolls around the Summer Quilt springs back into action as a Winter Liner. It works well as an additional layer to push the limits of your three season sleeping bag further into the colder seasons. It fits well inside any of our bottom zipper or side zipper sleeping bags, quilts, and mummy bags.
If you can only own two sleeping bags, combine one of our 20F (2.5" loft) bags and a 40F (1.25" loft) Summer Quilt / Winter Liner to keep you comfortable nearly year round by layering as needed.A Zpacks Slim DCF Roll Top Dry Bag is included! A $30+ value!
Summer Quilt / Winter Liner
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Features
No Zipper
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Temperature Rating
32F & 40F (0C & 5C)
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Weight
8.6 oz / 245 g
Nemo Tensor All Season Sleeping Pad
$219.95Weight 18.7 oz (530 g)The Tensor™ All-Season improves on NEMO’s best-selling original by offering greater warmth for year-round use without adding weight, maintaining its reputation for quiet comfort.
Its Spaceframe™ baffle design provides stable support while two suspended Thermal Mirror™ layers efficiently reflect body heat for a 5.4 R-value, all without the crinkly noise typical of insulated pads. Built with durable 20D/40D nylon, it includes a Vortex™ pump sack that pairs with the Laylow™ valve for quick, easy inflation.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
Alpenblow Micro Pad Inflator
$59.95Weight 0.3 oz (8.5 g)Meet the Alpenblow — the tiny trail luxury you didn’t know you needed. Weighing less than two nickels, this pocket-sized powerhouse plugs into your phone or power bank and quietly inflates your pad in just a few minutes. Save your lungs and avoid the dizzying chore of manually inflating your sleeping pad after a long day of hiking.
It sips less than 1% of your iPhone battery, or a quarter of a percent of a 10,000 mAh power bank. Multiple nozzles are included to fit popular pads.Stake Sack
$14.95Weight 0.12 oz (3.4 g)It’s nice to my stakes, which are always pop up and get loose from the top.
Keep your stakes organized, and protect your tent from punctures and dirt with this durable stake sack. This stake sack is constructed from extra thick 1.6 oz/sqyd Dyneema® Composite Fabric to prevent punctures. Fold the top down over your stakes and use the shock cord drawstring to keep them snug like a rubber band.
6" Sonic Stake
$2.25Weight 0.32 oz (9 g)These stakes are perfect to me : strong enough, really lightweight and the tiny string is very convenient too.
These Sonic Stakes have a "Y-Beam" shape which gives them great holding power in a small package. The three-sided design also gives them good bend resistance for an ultralight stake. The price of aluminum beats titanium or carbon.
These are bright blue, which makes them hard to lose. They have a cord on the end to make it easy to pull them out of the ground.
Never hammer ultralight stakes. While the bend resistance feels very solid, these are able to bend if you put your full weight on them. They can also be bent back reasonably well.
Zpacks Titanium Trail Pen
$19.95Weight 0.16 oz (4.5 g)The Zpacks Titanium Trail Pen is a custom made ultralight upgrade for hikers who still believe memories are made with ink, not megapixels. Lock the pen into place with our precision-engineered channel system and let your ideas, trail notes, sketches, and discoveries flow. If your gear can outlast a thru-hike, your words should too.
Comfortable for left or right-handed writing. Writes when wet! Pairs great with a Waterproof Trail Notebook!Includes a small keyring (.02 oz / 7g) and two ink refill cartridges (.02 oz / 7g each.) Pen measures 3.25" (9.26 cm) long. Our tiny oval carabiners, or mini-S carabiners are small enough to fit the little hole on the end of the pen to clip to your pack.
Zpacks Waterproof Trail Notebook
$5.95Weight 2 oz (58 g)The Zpacks Waterproof Trail Notebook is designed to keep your notes from the field secure and dry when backpacking. This 3" x 5" (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm ) notebook lets you jot down your ideas, drawings, or journal as you go, knowing that the waterproof covers and pages will keep your notes protected from the weather.
This spiral-bound notepad lets you easily tear out pages to leave a note for a friend, or discard no longer needed pages to drop weight as you go on a thru-hike.
Pairs great with a Titanium Trial Pen!Zpacks Minimalist Trekking Pole
$59.95Weight 5.5 oz (157 g)When weight is at a premium, our Minimalist Trekking Poles allow you to navigate the most rugged of terrain without sacrificing performance or function. These stripped-down, foam handle, trekking poles are made from ultralight, ultra-strong carbon fiber, and feature sturdy clasp locking mechanisms.
**Our 2024 design has been updated with clasp locks which are more secure and durable compared to the previous twist lock mechanism.
Zpacks Trail Cool Hiking Shorts
$59.95Weight 5.3 oz (149 g)Technical gear isn’t just for your pack. Every aspect of our Trail Cool Hiking Shorts was designed to meet the rigorous demands of thru-hikers, backpackers, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Constructed with premium Toray PrimeFlex™ fabric, these shorts are designed with long-term durability and mobility in mind. The articulated cut and 4-way stretch mean you’ll feel free to take on miles of rugged terrain with zero restrictions. Whether you wear them backpacking, running, or as ultralight swim shorts the Zpacks Trail Cool Shorts have you covered.
Check out the rest of our Trail Cool collection to discover our full lineup of breathable UL clothing.
Zpacks x TownShirt Button Up Hiking Shirt
$79.95Weight 6.2 oz (177 g)We’ve teamed up with TownShirt Co to create a modern and minimalist take on the classic button-up shirt featuring a premium finish and a tastefully understated design.
From the boardroom to the backcountry, our ultralight long-sleeved button-up is the ultimate choice for adventurers looking for technical performance with a sophisticated look.
The roomy but fitted cut is hyper-breathable, keeping you cool on warm days with its airy design while providing maximum protection from the sun with a UPF 40+ rating.
The shirt’s stretchy 100% polyester fabric dries quickly and comfortably conforms to your body’s movements, allowing you to conquer the demands of any adventure.
Zpacks Octa Fleece Hoody - Pullover
$119.00Weight 4.7 oz (134 g)From alpine ascents to campsite relaxation, the ultralight Octa® Fleece Hoody redefines what a fleece can do. Built with advanced Octa® fleece, it delivers exceptional durability, breathability, and a warmth-to-weight ratio that’s hard to beat.
Featuring a soft, fluffy interior for unmatched comfort, a half-zip for quick temperature control, and a fitted hood to lock out the cold the Octa® Fleece Hoody is designed for performance and versatility.
The spacious kangaroo pocket is perfectly positioned for use with a backpack belt, keeping essentials or trail snacks within easy reach.
Also available in a full-zip version.
Check out the rest of our Octa® Fleece Collection here.
Zpacks Down Jacket
$375.00Weight 6.1 oz (174 g)When I tried on the prototype of this jacket at Trail Days in Damascus earlier this year, I knew I’d be getting one! I think my search for the perfect backpacking jacket is finally over! Bonus that it matches my Zpacks full zip sleeping bag! Zpacks does not disappoint. Just get one.
When those cold nights in the backcountry hit, stay warm and cozy with the Zpacks Down Jacket. Striking the perfect balance of warmth and weight, our ultralight down jacket is the go-to insulated layer for outdoor adventurers looking to beat the chill at an unbeatable weight!

Zpacks Foldable Trail Hat
$29.95Weight 1.9 oz (54 g)The perfect Hiker Trash essential, the Foldable Trail Hat features an embroidered Zpacks crest sewn onto a relaxed unstructured crown with a soft flexible visor. The visor floats and is great for blocking the sun or propping up rain hoods and can be folded/flattened and stuffed in your pack when not in use.
Constructed from ultralight quick drying nylon and featuring a breathable wide-set nylon mesh and an adjustable nylon woven strap in the back, the Foldable Trail hat is a great choice for warm days on trail or kayaking trips on the river.
Zpacks Trail Cool Socks
$9.95Weight 0.74 oz (21 g)They are really comfortable, true to size, and really help with keeping your feet cool on a hike.
Prevent blisters and let your feet breathe with our Zpacks Trail Cool Socks. Enjoy the same performance elite athletes have come to expect in other sports with an ultralight hiking sock that's comfortable, breathable, and dries in minutes.
Check out the rest of our Trail Cool collection to discover our full lineup of breathable UL clothing.
Men's Vertice Rain Jacket
$299.00Weight 5.4 oz (152 g)Could be the best rain jacket on the market. Keeps you dry from the rain outside and dry on the inside as it is very breathable.
When the skies are overcast and the rain is pouring down, our ultralight Vertice Rain Jacket offers superior protection and breathability. Our Vertice material is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof hyper-breathable rain gear.
Also available in Women's Sizes.
Be sure to check out the rest of our Vertice Rain Gear.



Zpacks Men's Vertice Rain Pants
$149.00Weight 2.5 oz (72 g)Kept me dry in a heavy downpour and they are so small I can pack them along just in case.
Master the elements with the Men’s Vertice Rain Pants. Gone are the days of getting soaked with hot, humid and unventilated rain gear. Our Vertice Rain Gear Collection is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, or breathability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof hyper-breathable rain gear.
Also available in Women's Sizes.
Vertice Rain Mitts
$69.95Weight 0.74 oz (21 g)They performed quite well on first try hiking in snow and rain mix. Hands were warm and dry while hiking with trekking poles.
Cold, rainy hikes are no match for our Vertice Rain Mitts. Our Vertice fabric is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof-breathable rain gear.
Be sure to check out the rest of our Vertice Rain Gear.
Conductive Brushtail Possum Gloves
$29.95Weight 1.3 oz (36 g)Excellent! I have the worst circulation and have tried literally every glove and mitten on the market. My hands and fingertips freeze within a few minutes of being in the cold wether it's mild or below zero. These gloves keep my fingertips warm! I do not have to wear anything else.
Winter weather can be harsh, but when the digits drop yours don’t have to feel the chill. Made from a combination of New Zealand's brushtail possum fur, and New Zealand Merino lamb's wool, these Brushtail Possum gloves provide plenty of warmth when you need it most.
Featuring conductive ends on both the index finger and thumb, these gloves will allow you to use your smartphone and other touch screen devices without having to remove them.
These gloves are a great companion to the Brushtail Possum Socks, and can be used as a liner under our Vertice Rain Mitts
*Gloves are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
