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Episode 86 | Ultralight Shelter Fabrics
In this episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk about ultralight fabrics used in backpacking shelters.
Backcountry Permits: Navigating Logistics and Disappointment in the Modern Technological Age
Different land management agencies have different difficulties obtaining a permit to plan and enjoy a backpacking trip.
Hypothermia
What is hypothermia, and how do you treat it with an ultralight backcountry gear kit?
Episode 85 | Backcountry Lightning Risk Management
In this episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk about lightning storm risk management in the backcountry.
Episode 84 | Satellite Messaging (ZOLEO)
In this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we interview Morris Shawn, President of Roadpost and Zoleo, about satellite messaging and the evolution of the Zoleo Satellite Communicator.
How much does backpacking really cost?
Daniel Hu discusses the question: How much should I spend on my backpacking kit, and how can I do so responsibly?
The Fact of Fatigue: On Trail Running, Jeff Garmire, and the High Price of Endurance
Isaac Simons humorously describes the effects of overtraining for trail running adventures including discussions with Jeff Garmire.
Durston X-Mid Pro 2 Review
UPDATED! (Long-term performance) - The Durston X-Mid Pro 2 tent is an ultralight (20.4 oz / 578 g) two-person, side-entry, double-door, double-vestibule single-wall Dyneema Composite Fabrics (DCF) trekking pole-supported shelter.
Episode 83 | Shelter Condensation
In episode 83 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk about managing condensation in shelters.
Yama Flat Tarp Review
Yama Flat Tarp Review: our first looks at this 7' x 9' silpoly ultralight shelter for ultralight backpacking.
Minimalist Footwear and Trail Running Shoes for Hiking and Backpacking
A curated guide to Backpacking Light resources about minimalist footwear (e.g., trail running shoes for hiking and backpacking) - gear, skills, podcasts, forums, research, education, product recommendations, and more.
Handling the Heat: How to Use Your Palms to Stay Cool
Learn how to manage thermoregulation while hiking through effective utilization of your palms.
LIVE: The Gear Q&A (Spring ’23 Edition)
Got a question about backpacking gear as you assemble your '23 kits and gear lists? Now's the time to ask it - this live event will be all about gear. In addition, Backpacking Light Publisher Ryan Jordan will discuss some of the gear he's using in '23, with updated recommendations in the categories of minimalist, high-performance, comfortable, and budget-friendly gear across several categories.
Episode 82 | Fabric Repairs in the Backcountry
In this episode, Ryan walks through fabric repair kits for hiking and backpacking, including various fabric repair scenarios, strategies, and supplies.
Episode 81 | Unresting Event
In Episode 81 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, Ryan and Ben Kilbourne discuss creativity in the backcountry and Ben’s Unresting Event album.
I Got Caught in a Sierra Storm, on Purpose
Isaac Simons tells the lessons of extreme Sierra weather and questionable gear choices through the lens of the writings of Phil Arnot.
A Walk from Crested Butte
Drew Smith writes about using public transit to make the travel to, from, and between trailheads more sustainable.
By the Numbers: The Myth of Air Permeability in Windshirts
If one of your objectives in selecting a windshirt is eliminating moisture vapor, your selection should rely more heavily on Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR) than Air Permeability Measurements (APM / CFM).
Look for Me in the Mountains (Backpacking Light Theme Song Download)
Backpacking Light Theme Music (Look for Me in the Mountains)
Tenkara Speaker Series No. 2: Karin Miller
Join us live online at our 2023 Tenkara Speaker Series with Karin Miller of Zen Tenkara. We'll chat about catching big fish on tenkara, Zen Tenkara history and products, industry trends, and what's next in the world of tenkara, and end with a live audience Q&A!
Clouds and McLeods
James Montavon discusses giving back to the trail community through his experience volunteering with the Colorado Trail Foundation.
Thursday, February 27 through Saturday, March 1 - Registration is Free.Trail Days Online! 2025 is this week:
