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High Exertion Moisture Accumulation in Rain and Wind Shells
High Exertion Moisture Accumulation in Rain and Wind Shells
The Science of Breathability and Its Impact on Raingear Selection and Use
The Science of Breathability and Its Impact on Raingear Selection and Use
Book Review: The Ultralight Backpacker
Book Review: The Ultralight Backpacker
Lightweight Backpacking 101: An Introductory Manual for Lightening Your Load Today (1st Edition – August 2001)
Lightweight Backpacking 101: An Introductory Manual for Lightening Your Load Today (1st Edition - August 2001)
Face-Off: First Aid and Emergency Gear
Face-Off: First Aid and Emergency Gear
The Laughing Curmudgeon’s Guide to Going Light
The Laughing Curmudgeon's Guide to Going Light
The Petersen Test Methods for Evaluating Shell Clothing Performance
The Petersen Test Methods for Evaluating Shell Clothing Performance
On the Trail With Lynne Whelden (Interview)
Lynne Whelden is known in the backpacking world for his documentary films and instruction videos on the various aspects of hiking. His “How to…” videos are considered a valuable resource...
Wind Shirt Wars Review Summary
Wind Shirt Wars Review Summary
Elite Top Bag by Rab Carrington
Elite Top Bag by Rab Carrington
RBH Designs Vapor Barrier Hand & Footwear
RBH Designs Vapor Barrier Hand & Footwear
Nutritional Considerations for Cold Weather Hiking
Nutritional Considerations for Cold Weather Hiking
Hike ‘N Light Alcohol Stove
Hike 'N Light Alcohol Stove
Lightweight First Aid Kits for Hiking
Lightweight First Aid Kits for Hiking
The Arc Bag Concept: Saving Weight with Variable Girth Sleeping Bags Having an “Arc” Shaped Cross Section
As we prepare to announce the launch of the Backpacking Light website, it is probably appropriate to introduce a teaser about what we intend to spend a great deal of time with this year: clothing and sleep systems for ultralight hiking, with a focus on quilts.
