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Tarptent Squall 2 Tent REVIEW
Winner of the 2005 Lightitude Award for best single wall shelter, the Squall 2 improves on the classic Squall with several important updates.
Visor Buff Evo-2 Hat SPOTLITE REVIEW
A versatile ultralight outdoor cap from Buff. Is it funky or cool – you decide.
Hilleberg Kaitum Tent REVIEW
With a massive total area of 58.3 square feet and a weight of less than 6 pounds, the Hilleberg Kaitum delivers serious livable space for the weight. But how does it stand up to the rough alpine and winter environments it was designed for?
Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Backpack REVIEW
If you’re looking for a lightweight backpack to carry 25 to 35 pound loads, this is one you gotta check out. It rocks!
Balloonbed Inflatable Sleeping Pad REVIEW
Amazingly light and compact sleeping pad. Just be prepared for giggles from your friends.
Do It Yourself Projects to Reduce Canister Stove Weight
Experiments from our readers and staff on trimming weight from winter stoves.
Integral Designs Hot Socks SPOTLITE REVIEW
So much warmth in such a light package.
Sipping the Waters: Techniques for Selecting Untreated Backcountry Water for Drinking
Drinking untreated backcountry water can make you sick - but choosing your drinking spots intelligently can greatly reduce that risk. Here, a doctor shares the methods that have kept him healthily "sipping the waters" for the past 20 years.
Backcountry Water Quality: Technologies, Trends and Paranoia?
A close look at ways backcountry users can treat their water: what works, what should concern us, and what is hyperbole.
Montrail Hardrock Trail Shoe SPOTLITE REVIEW
Designed for the grueling Hardrock 100 endurance race – and that’s no exaggeration!
Meridian Designs AquaStar Plus Ultraviolet Light Water Purifier REVIEW
Treat your water using this robust, 3.9-ounce, ultraviolet light based, water purifier.
Komperdell C3 Airshock Men Trekking Pole REVIEW
While the Komperdell C3 Airshock poles are not the lightest trekking poles around, they pack adjustability, grips with comfortable straps, and an antishock system into a very lightweight pole.
Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles Review Summary and Gear Guide Overview
Carbon fiber construction has made its way into the trekking pole industry in a big way. The result is a bunch of really light poles. Which are better? We put twelve all-carbon and carbon/aluminum hybrid trekking poles through some seriously tough testing and rate their performance and features.
Titanium Goat Take Down Goat Pole REVIEW
Strong, light, fixed-length carbon fiber poles with one useful extra feature - the ability to break the poles down into two sections for easy transport.
Leki Carbon Ergometric Trekking Pole REVIEW
The first carbon trekking pole from Leki - top quality and very expensive.
simBLISSity UnSlack Pack SPOTLITE REVIEW
If your backpack doesn’t have convenience pockets for your camera and snacks, here is a good way to add them.
Integral Designs eVENT Shortie Gaiters SPOTLITE REVIEW
Elegant in their simplicity and functionality, they’re like putting your socks on in the morning.
Pacerpole 2-Section Trekking Pole REVIEW
Unique molded grips add extreme comfort and power to these heavier two-section aluminum/carbon fiber hybrids. But are they worth the weight?
Komperdell C3 Duolock Women Trekking Pole REVIEW
Three-section carbon fiber trekking poles that combine sturdy construction, rigidity, and vibration absorption in a very light and compact package. This “Women’s” pole is sized for most hikers, regardless of gender.
Gossamer Gear Lightrek ‘06 Trekking Pole REVIEW
The lightest poles on the market, now with stiffer shafts and more contoured grips. Are the shafts stiff and durable enough for serious trail usage?
Komperdell C2 Carbon Tour Duolock Trekking Pole REVIEW
Two-section carbon poles that are very light weight, adjust for different size users, and perform great in the backcountry.
