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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.

An Introduction to Nordic and Backcountry Ski Gear

A Primer to Backcountry Ski Travel – Why you can and should overnight ski in the backcountry

Olicamp Xcelerator/Fire-Maple FMS-117V Ti Stove Review

Finally, a remote-canister stove without the extra weight.

Windshirts: 2012 State of the Market Report – Part 2: The Present and Future of Windshirts

Weatherproof, lightweight, breathable. Might the windshirt be the ultimate tool in the lightweight backpacker's arsenal?

Backpacking and the Bruin Mind
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Down Jacket Shoot-out: GoLite Bitterroot vs. Rab Infinity

A comparison of two full-featured down jackets with Quantum GL fabric and 850 fill power down.

Gilham Butte: Behind the Redwood Curtain

The Pilgrimage via Grasshopper Ridge

A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 6: Ultra-Violet Light Methods
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A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 5: Filtration Methods
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A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 4: Chemical Methods

A look at several different chemical techniques for treating water in the backcountry.

A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 3

Part 3 of this series takes a critical look at several water treatment technologies available to backpackers

A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 2

Remove, kill, or inactivate? Part two of this series analyzes the legal and technical definitions as well as the practical significance of water purification and filtration.

A Survey of Water Hazards and Water Treatment Methods – Part 1

The first part of this series provides an overview of the threats that can exist in untreated (and in some cases treated) water sources. Squeamish and hypochondriac readers be warned.

Ultralight Baking

After a few days on the trail, dehydrated meals can get monotonous. A bit more variety is often desirable and freshly baked bread is a delicious and lightweight option.

Map and Compass: A City-girl Walks Western Wilderness
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Cajon Pass
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Personal Perspectives on the Philosophy of Lightweight Travel

“Most of the luxuries and many of the so-called comforts of life are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances to the elevation of mankind.” -Henry David Thoreau

Insulation Measurement

A method for measuring insulation in quilts, sleeping bags, and other gear.

OMM Kamleika Race Smock, Jacket, and Pants Review

Waterproof shells with a minimalist design and four-way stretch fabric

CAMP X3 600 Ski Pack Review

A lightweight ski day pack with a handy, hands-free ski carrying system.

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