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Feminine Hygiene: Avoiding Infections
Sarah Ortiz discusses research based strategies for avoiding urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and bacterial vaginosis in the backcountry.
Cottage Gear Guide: Ultralight Hiking & Backpacking Gear from Small, Startup, and Cottage Brands
Discover the most unique, innovative, and ultralight backpacking gear from small, startup, and cottage brands in our Cottage Gear Guide.
Episode 119.5 (Bonus) | Trail Days Online! 2025 Preview
In this episode, we’ll introduce you to the Trail Days speakers and give you a sneak peek at their presentation topics and expertise. From ultralight pack design to scrambling techniques, backcountry hygiene to desert travel, there’s something for everyone.
Episode 119 | Sleep Warmer: Evening Routines
In episode 119 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about bedtime routines and practices for sleeping warm in the backcountry.
Winter Backpacking
A curated guide to winter backpacking gear, strategies, skills, podcasts, forums, research, education, product recommendations, and more.
Traction Spikes
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.
MYOG: SUL Remote Inverted Canister Winter Stove Update
Roger Caffin shows how to solve a fuel vaporisation process failure in his SUL remote inverted canister stove.
How to Make Coffee in the Backcountry: Gear and Methods
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.
Episode 118 | Traction Spikes
In episode 118 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traction systems for snow travel.
No Normal Coffee Paste Review
No Normal Coffee Paste is a compact coffee alternative that requires no brewing. It can be eaten directly from its tube or mixed with water (cold or hot), or spread on or into other food for a quick caffeine boost or coffee flavor injection. It offers a convenient way to consume real coffee without the weight or complexity of traditional brewing methods.
Avalanche and Winter Safety Tools
A guide to tools used to manage risk in avalanche terrain - transceivers, shovels, probes, safety backpacks, saws.
Episode 117 | Snowshoe Sizing
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.
By the Numbers: Can New GPS Technology Save Your Life? Under the Right Conditions, it just Might
Stephen Seeber compares iPhone and Garmin Fenix GPS tracks for accuracy and reliability.
Episode 116 | Slope Angles
In episode 116 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we learn how to measure and interpret slope angles to help you navigate steep terrain and assess hazards in the backcountry.
Off the Beaten Path in the Colorado Rockies
Ryan and Chase explore the central Rockies deep off trail surrounded by talus and goats.
Episode 115 | Tiny Things
In episode 115 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're sharing Big Talk about Tiny Things: Those little ultralight bits of gear that have an outsized impact on our experience in the backcountry.
Episode 114 | Synthetic Fabric Structures
In episode 114 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about the different types of synthetic fibers and fabrics used in outdoor apparel.
Strategies for Backpacking in the Heat: Daily Routine and Gear Considerations
In this article, Jeff Podmayer discusses strategies for daily routine and choosing your gear when backpacking in the heat.
LightBench: A Laboratory Testing Procotol for Comparing the Performance of Flashlights and Headlamps
In this technical brief, we quantitatively evaluate the performance of lights considering brightness, battery life, and weight into an objective Lightbench Index.
Minimalist and Backpacking Footwear
In this guide, we’ll explore the primary categories of footwear for backpacking and hiking, including minimalist footwear, examining their unique benefits, limitations, and use cases.
Episode 113 | Pad Pumps
In episode 113 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about current PAD PUMP trends in the ultralight cottage industry, the challenges faced by small businesses during the holiday season plus a few interesting stocking stuffers.
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