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Deuter ACTLite 40+10 Spotlite Review
SpotLite Review of Deuter's new clean, yet multi-featured pack - perfect for thru-hiking in the Alps.
Notes from the Field: The Wintry Fringe Season in the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness
Gear notes and more from a trek in the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness in late October and early November, 2012.
Easton UL Carbon 3 Trekking Poles Spotlite Review
How do these 3-section poles hold up to the rigors of thru-hiking?
Ibex Clothing Review
A merino wool layering system to keep you dry and comfortable on cool summer nights.
Yellowstone River Packrafting
An Introduction to Packrafting in the Yellowstone River Corridor between its headwaters and Big Timber, MT.
Boys in the Wild (Short Film)
A short film about the challenges we face when trying to expose young men to backcountry experiences.
Photo Essay: Spanish Peaks, Lee Metcalf Wilderness, Montana
Photos from a Scout trek across the Spanish Peaks in Southwest Montana, with some insight into how we incorporate an ultralight ethic into groups.
Sierra Designs Cloud 15 Review
A 29 oz sleeping bag featuring vertical baffles and Insotect technology... is it worth the weight?
Westcomb Focus LT Hoody Review
Superb fit and finish, high breathability, and nice mix of features, but durability insurance doesn't come with the $280 price tag - and at 9 oz, is it light enough?
Salvation in Skykomish
Trail Angels to the rescue on the PCT and AT. Chapter 11 from Lawton Grinter's new book I Hike: Mostly True Stories from 10,000 Miles of Hiking.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Porter 4400 Backpack Review
Durable lightweight packs that can carry a larger volume (and higher weight) expedition kit.
Close Encounters with Hypothermia
An unexpected rainstorm and inadequate gear threaten to end one hiker's PCT dreams, and potentially his life. Chapter 3 from Lawton Grinter's new book I Hike: Mostly True Stories from 10,000 Miles of Hiking.
Midlayer Technology: Patagonia Capilene 4 v. Mountain Hardwear Desna Hoody
This winter, increase the versatility of your other layers by adding a midlayer. An overview of two notable options, and discussion of current fabric tech.
2012 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
An eclectic assortment of the staff's favorite gear for 2012.
An Introduction to Nordic and Backcountry Ski Gear: Part 2 – Advanced Nordic Ski Mountaineering on UL Tele Gear
It is natural for skiers, as their skills improve, to seek more challenging terrain. And, with access to mountainous landscapes, it is inevitable for a skier to enter the realm of ski mountaineering. An overview of UL backcountry ski mountaineering gear and discussion of proper gear choice.
Alpacka Stowaway Dry Suit Review
A 22-ounce waterproof dry suit designed for packrafters with an eye towards saving weight and bulk on longer expeditions.
An Introduction to Nordic and Backcountry Ski Gear
A Primer to Backcountry Ski Travel – Why you can and should overnight ski in the backcountry
How Packs Work
The evolution of the frameless backpack and an analysis of current technology and features of four lightweight packs: the Golite Jam, Mountain Hardwear Thruway, Black Diamond Demon, and the authors MYOG Black and White pack.
Boreas Buttermilks 55 Review
Sure they look nice, but how do these clean, uncomplicated packs from new manufacturer Boreas handle the trails?
Camping in the Snow
Proper gear choices, site selection, and preparation techniques can make or break a winter excursion.
Olicamp Xcelerator/Fire-Maple FMS-117V Ti Stove Review
Finally, a remote-canister stove without the extra weight.
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Garage Grown Gear Hidden Gems
Discover under-the-radar ultralight gear from small brands.
