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Wind shirt performance - design, technology, features, standardized breathability and air permeability data (MVTR and APR testing).
Ryan Jordan breaks down the impacts of the 2025 US tariff chaos on the cottage industry for backpacking gear.
In episode 123 of the Backpacking Light podcast, we're going to learn about Fastpacking - the art of traveling long distances with very little gear in a short amount of time
A gear guide summarizing the state of the market of 3-person double wall tents and ultralight backpacking shelters.
In episode 122 the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about unconventional sleep systems—alternatives to traditional sleeping bags that emphasize modularity and minimalism.
Nikki Stavile writes on the impact of fire on hikers and the communities they hike through using stories from Jasper and the Tahoe Rim Trail.
The Timmermade SUL 1.5 Down Sweater is a down jacket with an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio for ultralight backpackers.
In episode 121 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about how to plan a short thru-hike.
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