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Seek Outside Gila Backpack
The 3500 ci (57 L) Gila is a nearly waterproof load hauler suitable for 30-50 pound loads.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest Backpack
With more durable outside pockets than the Windrider, the HMG Southwest is ideal for bushwhacking and rock scrambling.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Porter Backpack
The simplest pack in the HMG line, the Porter is a favorite among alpinists and packrafters. Stripped down to the bare essentials – just a packbag with outside daisy chain...
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Gossamer Gear G4-20 Backpack
A larger volume frameless backpack for those who aren’t carrying tiny ultralight kits, but still want the soft feel that comes with having no rigid suspension components. To get the...
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ULA Ohm Backpack
ULA’s smallest internal frame pack. Great for those with small (or more dense) kits who don’t want to go frameless.
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ULA CDT Backpack
ULA’s largest frameless pack – a thru-hiking favorite or for light and bulky loads.
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ZPacks Sub-Nero Backpack
Small and stripped down, the Sub-Nero is a pack best suited for the skilled and committed ultralight hiker with a compact gear kit.
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ZPacks Nero Backpack
A frameless pack for those with ultralight gear kits. Skilled AT/PCT thru-hikers can use this pack, but for the rest of us, it’s best for shorter trips.
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ZPacks Arc Haul Zip Backpack
Unique for its zippered front-loading panel to give you fast access to gear anywhere in your pack. This allows you to pack for optimal weight distribution rather than optimum accessibility.
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ZPacks Arc Haul Backpack
One of the larger volume ZPacks’ Arc-series pack, unique for its curved frame that keeps the pack away from your back for better air movement and less sweating.
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ZPacks Arc Blast Backpack
A smaller-volume ZPacks’ Arc-series pack, unique for its curved frame that keeps the pack away from your back for better air movement and less sweating. The ZPacks Arc Blast pack...
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REI Flash Backpack
One of the most modular and versatile pack systems available. REI Flash Backpacks are made with high-quality fabrics and have an internal frame best suited for loads of less than...
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ULA Photon Backpack
ULA’s entry into the “frameless” and “small” pack category. For intermediate and expert ultralight backpackers, or those looking for a day pack for long day adventures.
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ULA Epic Backpack
A packrafting favorite, the ULA Epic saw its debut on the Arctic 1000 expedition. It uses a large dry bag as the pack body for total waterproofing.
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ZPacks Arc Scout Backpack
If you have a short torso, it’s hard to fit into most ultralight packs. The ZPacks Arc Scout addresses this issue, while still retaining the functional comfort of the Arc...
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Garmin HRM-Pro Heart Rate Monitor
For more accurate tracking of heart rate and motion while training, we recommend the Garmin HRM-Pro Heart Rate Monitor combined with a Garmin Fenix Series watch. This is an essential...
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Sea to Summit UltraSil eVENT Compression Sack
There’s no shortage of stuff sacks on the market, but the Sea to Summit UltraSil Compression Sack is one of the best for compressing high-loft insulation, especially down sleeping bags...
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MSR Folding Spoon
If you are looking for an ultralight and ultra-compact utensil that’s durable in cold temperatures, the MSR Folding Spoon is worth a look. Its unique feature is its tiny folded...
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Snowpeak Double-Wall Titanium Mug
The Snowpeak Double-Wall Titanium Mug is one of the most aesthetically beautiful pieces of equipment ever brought to market. It’s simplicity, light weight, and insulating ability make it one of...
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow is an inside favorite among some of the staff here. Put a layer of 1″ open cell packing foam, and adjust the cushion...
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