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Oware Silnylon Rain Chaps REVIEW
Lightweight (3 oz), simple, and long.
Water Weight Gain and Drying Characteristics of Lightweight Hiking Shoes after Submersion
How fast do popular lightweight hiking shoes dry after a thorough soaking?
Headsweats Protech Hat SPOTLITE REVIEW
Headsweats offers an alternative to a conventional wide-brimmed sun hat.
GSI Bugaboo Cookpot SPOTLITE REVIEW
Light Teflon-lined aluminium cookpot for two people that is lighter and cheaper than the GSI Hard Anodised Extreme set.
GSI Hard Anodised Extreme Cookpot SPOTLITE REVIEW
Light Teflon-lined aluminium cookpot for two people.
How Far, How Fast, How Heavy?
Calculating the range for unsupported, long-distance hiking
Formulas and theory for predicting possible distances and times with ultralight gear for long distance backpacking.
NEMO Hypno AR Tent REVIEW
Slick, two-person inflatable single wall tent.
Jacks ‘R’ Better Biker Quilt SPOTLITE REVIEW
Down quilt that surrounds a top-entry hammock.
Patagonia Micropuff Vest REVIEW
Simple, lofty and light - to be replaced fall '06 with a heavier version - too bad.
Drying Characteristics of Select Lightweight Down and Synthetic Insulated Tops
Loft recovery and water weight gain measurements of select down and synthetic tops after a thorough soaking.
Western Mountaineering Flash Vest REVIEW
The lightest down vest on the market, with a full zip but no neck coverage.
Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape SPOTLITE REVIEW
Compared to a poncho/tarp, is it possibly a better poncho AND a better shelter?
Jacks ‘R’ Better JRB Down Hood REVIEW
Seals perfectly with the head opening in the JRB poncho quilts and has lots of puff for the weight, but the non-adjustable neck opening can let in drafts when it is used for sleeping.
Innovations by Fin Finbar Hood REVIEW
A big (almost 7-ounce), synthetic hood for cold weather.
Jacks ‘R’ Better JRB Down Sleeves REVIEW
Lightweight, stand-alone down sleeves to pair with a vest or wearable poncho quilt.
Unconventional Sleep Systems State of the Market Report
State of the market report and ratings for top bags, quilts, and wearable sleeping bags.
Fanatic Fringe PG Delta 30 Quilt SPOTLITE REVIEW
Looking for an ultralight quilt, but don't trust down insulation? With a few compromises, this may be your solution.
GoLite Hut 1 SPOTLITE REVIEW
Roomy, bombproof floorless shelter for one.
The North Face DIAD Jacket SPOTLITE REVIEW
Well under 9 ounces, including pit zips - but those pit zips are pretty small
Backpacking Light Print vs. Online Magazines: Vision for 2006 and Beyond
A letter to the readers of Backpacking Light Magazine.
Make Your Own Gear: The Micro Z-Stand Pot Support
Using Backpacking Light Titanium Alloy UltraRods to build a sturdy, and now heat resistant, sub-0.20 oz (5.7 g) Z-Stand pot support for alcohol and solid fuel stoves.
