I've done a lot of minimalist hiking and camping over the years, including weeks at a time spent camping with the tools and technology of several hundred years ago. With the exception of first aid and medicine, if they didn't have it, you couldn't have it. a week dressed in 9th century clothing, with that technology level is eye opening on what exactly you need. I have learned that there are times to travel lite, like when I did a section of the AT across Harpers ferry. or when I decided in my infinite wisdom I could bike from Harper's ferry to DC in 4 days and not be exhausted pulling a bike trailer. Then I learned there is a point where minimalism sacrifices comfort on the alter of weight. it is possible to get too small and lose joy and comfort in the pursuit of the smallest most minimal pack.
I laugh when people mention their wives demanding things. I have the other problem a man with his whims. A Air conditioner - which I abhor and always have. the reason the hopper is 6 foot wide is HE thought it would be better.. wider then a queen,, but not wide enough for a king without what I think is too much outward wall pressure so why is it better the the 5'4" I planned? The demand of a side tent for a porta potty, I planned a 2x4 lift on the top of the frame.. but 4 is better then 2.. in his mind.( now he cant sit on the edge and have his feet on the ground)..oh and now there is apparently going to be a solar panel on the roof. and two deep cycle battery's inside.. and I cant remember how many times I have argued that there is NOT going to be a built in dry ice cooler with access from INSIDE the camper. ...