Backpacking Light
Backpacking Light was founded in November of 2000 with the simple mission of promoting backcountry travel in lightweight style. We are based in the Northern Rockies with offices in Bozeman, Montana and Laramie, Wyoming, with educational and guided trekking programs offered in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness of Montana (Billings area) and Medicine Bow Mountains of Wyoming (Denver area).
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2001 Raingear Roundup Review Summary
Introduction Long awaited, read the results of a months-long review of raingear that includes extensive laboratory and field testing of fabrics and garments by the BackpackingLight.COM Product Review Staff. Introduction...
Book Review: The Ultralight Backpacker
Book Review: The Ultralight Backpacker
The Laughing Curmudgeon’s Guide to Going Light
The Laughing Curmudgeon's Guide to Going Light
On the Trail With Lynne Whelden (Interview)
Lynne Whelden is known in the backpacking world for his documentary films and instruction videos on the various aspects of hiking. His “How to…” videos are considered a valuable resource...
Wind Shirt Wars Review Summary
Wind Shirt Wars Review Summary
Elite Top Bag by Rab Carrington
Elite Top Bag by Rab Carrington
RBH Designs Vapor Barrier Hand & Footwear
RBH Designs Vapor Barrier Hand & Footwear
Hike ‘N Light Alcohol Stove
Hike 'N Light Alcohol Stove
