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Packrafting without a Good Map
Despite losing their map during a stream crossing early in the trip, the adventurers trek on determined to hit the big water.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 3
Backpacking Light has scoured the web and will now bring you salient backpacking news stories, gear releases, and trip reports.
Flash Reviews No. 3
Introductory reviews of the Sil-Dripper Coffee Brewer, the Elemental Horizons Pocket, and the Klymit Motion 35 Pack.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 18
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 2
Backpacking Light has scoured the web and will now bring you salient backpacking news stories, gear releases, and trip reports.
Lightweight Mealtime Routines for Group Cooking
Simplifying the process of planning, preparing, and cooking for groups in the wild.
Flash Reviews No. 2
Introductory reviews of the Deuce of Spades, Helinox Ground Chair, and the Vargo Titanium Pot Lifter vs. MSR LiteLifter.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 17
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 1
Backpacking Light has scoured the web and will now bring you salient backpacking news stories, gear releases, and trip reports.
Packrafting the Smith River Canyon
Eight packrafters spend four days floating sixty miles in one of Montana's most remote and inaccessible river canyons.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 16
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Gear Guide: Ultralight Inflatable Pillows
Neck problems? Back problems? An ultralight inflatable pillow may be an ideal solution, but don't dive in head first. Read this first to see which ultralight pillows are the best.
Pockets for Hyperlite Mountain Gear Packs
Make your own lightweight and effective side pockets for HMG porter.
RapidPure Filters Review
Some filters leave a bad taste while others do an insufficient job of treating the water. The RapidPure filter changes the game and pushes the boundaries of water treatment.
Flash Reviews No. 1
Introductory reviews of ZPacks Challenger Rain Jacket & Pants, JepPak Custom Pack, and the Zebralight H52Fw Floody Headlamp (Neutral White).
Review of Fixing Your Feet: Prevention and Treatments for Athletes by John Vonhof
A very well-written book that is recommended for anyone interested in learning the best ways to take care of their feet.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 15
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
The Best Backpack in the Whole Wide World
MYOG: A pack that weighs less than a pound, carries 30 pounds while transferring load to the hips, and is ideal for multi-day ultralight expeditions.
The Evolution of a Winter Stove – Part 4 – Lessons Learnt
About 110 people bought the custom stove and served as beta testers. Their feedback highlighted some of the benefits and bugs of the stove.
Expedition Blogging, Part 1: A Satellite Phone-Based System
A series of articles evaluating platforms for social media, photo blogging, and two-way email communications.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 14
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
"Simplify, then add lightness." - Colin Chapman
New Gear with Aluula FabricsLighter, stronger, more abrasion-resistant, and highly water-resistant - explore ultralight backpacking gear made with ALUULA Graflyte fabrics. Engineered for exceptional strength, durability, and lightweight performance, ALUULA Graflyte helps reduce pack weight without sacrificing reliability, making it ideal for demanding backcountry adventures.
