Doug Johnson
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Nunatak Arc Ghost Sleeping Bag REVIEW
Innovative variable girth top bag that weighs under a pound and is rated to freezing.
Notes from the Field: SuperUltraLight in the Cascades with a Sub-4-pound Pack
Perspectives from the field, with commentary on gear and technique for high mileage backpacking with a sub-4-pound base weight pack.
Bomber Tents REVIEW SUMMARY and GEAR GUIDE OVERVIEW
Field performance and features comparison of four lightweight mountaineering tents designed to handle the toughest weather.
Outdoor Designs Summit Extreme Tent REVIEW
Single wall, low-profile, and built for altitude: the Summit Extreme belongs on a high mountain ridge.
Nemo Tenshi Tent REVIEW
Two-person bomber tent constructed of eVENT - waterproof, very breathable, and now rarely available in tents.
Moonbow Gearskin Backpack REVIEW
Product performance review of the Moonbow Gearskin frameless pack - a unique harness/compression system that acts like a pack.
LuxuryLite Modular Frame Backpack REVIEW
Performance review of one of the lightest and most innovative external frame packs on the market.
Lightweight Trekking Poles REVIEW SUMMARY and GEAR GUIDE OVERVIEW
Comprehensive review of lightweight and ultralight trekking poles used for backpacking.
MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Poles REVIEW
Product performance review of the MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking.
Exped Alpinist Carbon Trekking Poles REVIEW
Product performance review of the Exped Alpinist Carbon Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking.
Etowah Outfitters Etowah II Alcohol Stove REVIEW
Product performance review of the Etowah Outfitters Etowah II Alcohol Stove, a lightweight alcohol stove for backpacking.
Brookside Crafts Alcohol Stove Set REVIEW
Product performance review of the Brookside Crafts Alcohol Stove, a lightweight alcohol stove for backpacking.
Integral Designs Dolomitti Jacket REVIEW
Product performance review of the Integral Designs Dolomitti jacket, a lightweight synthetic insulated backpacking jacket.
MSR PocketRocket Canister Stove REVIEW
Product Performance Review of the MSR Pocket Rocket lightweight canister stove for backpacking.
Montbell U.L. Thermawrap Inner Vest REVIEW
Synthetic, no-frills, ultralight insulating vest.
Single Wall Tents and Shelters Review Summary
Comparison review of single wall tents and shelters for lightweight backpacking.
Six Moon Designs Europa 2 Review
Single wall tent from cottage manufacturer, one rear hope pole, one trekking pole for setup. 2 lbs.
GoLite Trig 2 Shelter REVIEW
The GoLite Trig 2 Shelter is a single wall pup tent on steroids - it offers more ventilation options and a two-trekking pole pitch.
45 Miles in 47 Hours: What You Can Do With a Weekend Using Lightweight Backpacking Gear
What can you accomplish in a three-day weekend with lightweight gear?
Mountainsmith Auspex Review
Overview Photo 1: Mountainsmith Auspex The Mountainsmith Auspex is a top-loading internal framed pack offering extensive options and exceptional load carrying capability at a lighter weight than many of its...
