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Steripen Journey (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: Steripen Journey
Outdoor Research Ninjaclava (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: Outdoor Research Ninjaclava
Keen Growler (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: Keen Growler
Big Sky International Convertible 4P (Light 4-Season) and Montana 2P (4-Season) (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Both tents have multiple configurations available. The summer version of the Montana is a two-person double-wall tent that weighs as little as 2 pounds 1.7 ounces and the winter version is just 3 pounds 9.5 ounces!
MontBell UL Down Inner Pants (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: MontBell UL Down Inner Pants
GoLite Pinnacle Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: GoLite Pinnacle Backpack
Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest Deluxe (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest Deluxe Sleeping Pad
Outdoor Research Highpoint Cap (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Virtual Pack: Outdoor Research Highpoint Cap
Montbell Ex Light Down Jacket (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008)
Ex means Extra Light baby! 7-denier shell, 900-fill down, 5.4 ounces - this jacket is a highlight of the show.
Make Your Own Gear: Shell Top
In "Notes from the Field - Bushwhacking Shell" I discussed commercial shirts and a shell top I make for myself and my wife. Instructions for making my design are given here.
Stoves, Tents and Carbon Monoxide – Deadly or not?
Part 6: Measurements on Liquid Fuel Stoves
A range of liquid fuel stoves are surveyed at different power levels to assess their carbon monoxide emissions.
Ibex Balance Seamless Sport Bra SPOTLITE REVIEW
Finally, the magic of wool is available in a bra.
Post-Trip Assessment of Lightweight Gear for Long Distance Hiking
The gear list we took to France for 3 months is evaluated after our return
Explorations into Candle Stoves
Wax has a reasonably high energy density and unlike other fuels it does not spill (when cold): can you make an adequate DIY stove with it?
Make Your Own Gear – Trousers
In ‘Notes from the Field - Bushwhacking Gear - Trousers’ I discussed commercial trousers and some I make for myself and my wife. Instructions for making my design are given here.
A Custom Backpack – Designed by You
I worked with R2 Packs to design and build my dream pack, and report on my experience.
2007 Hennessy Hyperlight Backpacker A-Sym Hammock REVIEW
The Hennessy Hyperlight Backpacker A-Sym hammock is a refined backpacking hammock that incorporates full rain and bug protection, and has a convenient entry/exit system.
Hennessy Hammocks Supershelter SPOTLITE REVIEW
A lightweight system for using a Hennessy Hammock in the shoulder and winter seasons.
Garmin eTrex Vista HCx GPS REVIEW
With the addition of a new ‘H’ high sensitivity receiver, the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx GPS sets a new benchmark for GPS performance in difficult reception areas
Out of Your Comfort Zone: Through the Beartooth Mountains with Backpacking Light’s Wilderness Trekking III Program
BPL members and staff trek - off trails and off maps - through the snowy Beartooth Mountains
2007 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2007
