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Ruta Locura Jetboil Stove Kit w/BRS-3000T Stove (Review)
Replace stock parts in your Jetboil PCS with a carbon fiber lid and sub-one-ounce stove burner, and save nearly 3 oz on the weight of your cook system.
Backpacking Wood Stove for Alpine/Snow Camping, Part 1: Alpine Tent Use
A wood stove that can be used in a tent? Dream or virtual reality?
Wind River Backpacking: Talus, Tundra, and Ice on a Wyoming High Route
Notes from an eleven-day Wind River backpacking trip via a high route adjacent to the crest of between Spider Lake and Flagstone Lake.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 23
Top stories, hiking, backpacking, people, and all things outdoors.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2015 Wrap-Up
A summary review of new gear, trends, and news from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2015.
Faces No. 1: Dan Durston
An Interview with Dan Durston from IntoCascadia.com
Flash Reviews No. 13
Introductory Reviews of the Trail Designs Toaks 850ml Ti Pot + Fissure Ti-Tri Bundle, Fenix EO5 Keychain Flashlight, and the Discovery Trekking Outfitters Ultralight Towel.
The 60-Second Backpacker: Episode 2, Leave the Kitchen Sink at Home
The 60-Second Backpacker is a video series that provides bite-sized shorts about equipment, techniques, and philosophy of ultralight backpacking.
A Brief Look at Lindal Valves
Testing shows debris could be inside canister fuels.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 22
In this week's news: Crew One completes #windrivers 2015, bear advice from a controversial figure, compare tent options, and more.
Flash Reviews No. 12
Introductory Reviews for Backpacker’s Pantry Organic Yakisoba Noodles, All-Ett SoftTech Nylon Wallet, and the MyCharge Portable Device Charger.
Microadventures: Breaking Down the Barriers of Visiting a Wild Place
Microadventures are exactly that - tiny little trips with minimal fuss, minimal gear, and maximum bang for the buck.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 21
Teenaged expeditioners + news, gear, and stories.
Little Red Wagon GEO Review: Craft Coffee for Backpackers
GEO is a single-serve, disposable pourover filter containing freshly roasted artisan coffee.
The 60-Second Backpacker, Episode No. 1: Weigh Your Stuff
The 60-Second Backpacker is a video series that provides bite-sized shorts about equipment, techniques, and philosophy of ultralight backpacking.
Flash Reviews No. 11
Introductory Reviews of the Potable Aqua Pure- Electrolytic Water Purifier, Stio Men's Divide Tech Tee, and Hanz Waterproof Socks.
Five Lessons from the John Muir Trail
These lessons are aimed at beginners and are based on experiences while hiking the JMT. They are adaptable to any hiking setting and can certainly make the trip more enjoyable.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 20
In this Week's News: It's time for the 2015 Packraft Roundup, a father scares a bear away to save his son, five trails to know in the Colorado area, get to know Leslie Hittmeier, and much more!
Flash Reviews No. 10
Introductory Reviews for La Sportiva Helios SR, Sawyer Mini Water Filtration System, and the Nalgene Flask.
John Muir and Robert Marshall: Actions and Ideologies
An historical comparison of the philosophies of two of the leading pioneers of conservation and the wilderness regions they helped create.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 19
News this week: Get a look at the Tahoe Rim Trail, a stove shootout, meet the founder of Soul RIver Runs Wild, and more.