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An in-depth guide to traction spikes for hiking, backpacking and running in all seasons. Compare models, materials, and performance attributes with insights from field testing to find performant options for different use cases.
Roger Caffin shows how to solve a fuel vaporisation process failure in his SUL remote inverted canister stove.
This article provides an overview of coffee-making methods (how to make coffee in the backcountry) while backpacking, with a study of their complexity and weight.
In episode 118 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traction systems for snow travel.
Ryan Jordan evaluates his first impressions from No Normal’s Coffee Paste for backpacking,
A guide to tools used to manage risk in avalanche terrain - transceivers, shovels, probes, safety backpacks, saws.
In episode 117 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how to size snowshoes, minimize sinkage, and save energy for your next winter adventure in deep snow.
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