Roger Caffin
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ULA Circuit, ULA Catalyst, and ULA Camino Packs
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
REI Flash 65 and REI Flash 50 Packs
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
MontBell Versalite 50 and MontBell Versalite 50 Short (Japan)
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
One Planet Shadow Pack (Australia)
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Granite Gear Escape AC 60, Granite Gear Vapor Flash Ki, and Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone Packs
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Lightwave UltraHike 60, Lightwave Fastpack 50, and Lightwave Wildtrek 55w Packs (UK)
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Crux AK47 and Crux AK57 Packs (UK)
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Lowe Alpine Nanon 50:60 and Lowe Alpine Zepton ND50 Packs (Italy)
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
GoLite Quest and GoLite Odyssey Packs
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Elemental Horizons Northern Lite Pack
Mini-review for the 2010 State of the Market Report on Internal Frame Backpacks.
Lightweight Internal Frame Packs: a State of the Market Report – Part 1C: Main Bag & Comfort
We survey lightweight internal frame packs with a maximum weight of 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) and a volume generally in the range 50 L to 75 L.
Lightweight Internal Frame Packs: a State of the Market Report – Part 1B: Theory and Technology
We survey lightweight internal frame packs with a maximum weight of 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) and a volume generally in the range 50 L to 75 L.
Lightweight Internal Frame Packs: a State of the Market Report – Part 1A: Testing Overview and List of Packs Tested
We survey light-weight internal frame packs with a maximum weight of 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) and a volume generally in the range 50 L to 75 L.
Benchmade 530 Folding Knife Review
Many walkers find a razor blade adequate, but there are plenty of situations where a bit more is needed. This knife, with a blade over three inches long yet weighing only two ounces, may suit many lightweight walkers.
New Balance MT876OR Review
The latest in the New Balance 87x series of light low-cut joggers - and they're even better than the previously-reviewed MT875ORs.
Brunton 7DNL Compass Review
Small, light, easy to use, and about the right size for a simple baseplate model.
Primus Express Spider Stove Review
A good remote canister stove, heading in the lightweight direction.
Darn Tough Vermont Boot Sock Review
In a world where most clothing seems to come from China and be of debatable quality and life, these thick, durable, woollen Made-in-Vermont socks are a standout - and have a well-deserved cult following.
New Balance MT910GT Joggers Review
Totally synthetic, solid soles with a good tread and a range of width fittings, a Gore-Tex 'Extended Comfort Footwear' lining, but a slightly stiff sole.
Soto OD-1R Canister Stove Product Review
This Japanese stove is small, light, and well-made, with a unique miniature pressure regulator instead of a needle valve.
