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In this video presentation, we dive into a critical topic to raise awareness about the increasing problem of cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, in backcountry water sources.
Resources for water treatment and hygiene supplies for ultralight backpacking.
Roger Caffin details the process of designing and constructing the newest version of his SUL Remote Inverted Canister Stoves
Ryan Jordan and Lloyd Vogel discuss trends within the Cottage industry in episode 103 of the backpacking light podcast.
Ryan discusses the relationships between weight, cost, durability, versatility, and performance in ultralight backpacking gear.
Backpacking in grizzly habitat: considerations and best practices for bear spray use, food storage, safety, and ethical considerations.
In episode 102 of the Backpacking Light podcast you're going to learn about the origin, evolution, and use of Polartec Alpha Direct in modern ultralight layering systems.
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