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Mini Trangia & Liberty Mountain Westwind Alcohol Stoves REVIEW
Product performance review of the Mini Trangia & Liberty Mountain Westwind Alcohol Stoves, lightweight alcohol stoves for backpacking.
Patagonia Specter Pullover REVIEW
Product performance review of the Patagonia Specter pullover, a 6.5-ounce rain shell.
Hike N’ Light Alcohol Stove REVIEW
Product performance review of the Hike N' Light Alcohol Stove, a lightweight alcohol stove for backpacking.
Isis Vivian Jacket REVIEW
Product performance review of the women specific Isis Vivian 2.5 layer WP/B jacket with Entrant DT10K coating.
Osprey Atmos 25 Backpack REVIEW
Product performance review of the Osprey Atmos 25 small volume, internal frame backpack.
Primus TechnoTrail Canister Stove REVIEW
Product performance review of the Primus TechnoTrail lightweight backpacking canister stove.
2004 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Staff Favorites - Our gear picks from the 2004 hiking and backpacking season.
Backpacking Light Position Statement on Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings
How did we come up with these numbers? Due to the many variables involved, we took an empirical approach in creating this chart. We collected data from authors Hal Weiss...
Classic Denali: Climbing America’s Highest Peak (Part 2, Gear Notes)
Backpacking Light Magazine grant winners balance safety and gear weight on America's highest peak.
Classic Denali: Climbing America’s Highest Peak (Part 1, Summit Day Narrative)
Adventure OnDenaliClick to Enlarge M Click here for Part 2 Editor’s Note: Rich McDrew and Dennis Swanson were recipients of a Backpacking Light Magazine Adventure Grant. Their grant award was...
Garmin Foretrex 101 GPS REVIEW
Comprehensive review of the Garmin Foretex 101 GPS Review.
Outdoor show matches consumers, manufacturers
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Local manufacturers plan outdoor gear show
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BackpackingLight.com & Liphe Outdoors – New Outdoor Show Connects Consumers and Manufacturers; Features Outdoor Gear Innovations Seasons Ahead of the Mainstream Markets
Montana Outdoor Industry Consumer Show Debuts in Bozeman on December 4
Night Time Condensation on Tarp and Tent Fabrics
Preliminary field research on the nature of condensation and dew formation on different shelter fabrics.
Ultralightweight gear puts bounce in backpackers’ stride
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Commentary on Sleeping Bag Rating Specifications (2004)
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Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone and Nimbus Latitude REVIEW
Overview Photo 1: Ryan Jordan, carrying Granite Gear’s Nimbus Ozone, and dog Maia in the Bitterroot Wilderness. Granite Gear’s Nimbus Ozone (top loading) and Nimbus Latitude (panel loading) are exceptionally...
