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Wise Women Go Light, Part 1
The first in a series of three articles chronicling the experiences of hiking buddies Jean and Sue as they begin on the journey to lightweight backpacking.
Outdoor Research Flex-Tex Gaiters SPOTLITE REVIEW
Lightweight, durable, breathable, water-resistant, and stretch to fit a variety of footwear – but we had a couple of problems with the snaps and sizing.
Headsweats Race Hat SPOTLITE REVIEW
Way cool hiking hat that really manages the moisture and stays put, but snags fairly easily.
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sacks (Production) SPOTLITE REVIEW
The lightest dry sacks, but also the leakiest (compared to lightweight dry sacks from four other companies) when subjected to harsh conditions.
Outdoor Research HydroLite Dry Sack SPOTLITE REVIEW
The lightest dry sack available - almost.
Cascade Designs SealLine Storm Sack Dry Sack SPOTLITE REVIEW
Top performing lightweight dry sack with roll top closure and taped seams.
Granite Gear Drysack SPOTLITE REVIEW
Fairly lightweight dry sack with roll top closure and taped seams.
Pacific Outdoor Equipment WXtex Pneumo Lightweight Dry Sack SPOTLITE REVIEW
Lightweight dry sack with a twist - purge/inflate valve and welded seams.
GoLite DriMove Long Sleeve Top SPOTLITE REVIEW
Lightweight, good fit, very comfortable, really wicks moisture away, but snags easily.
Backpacking Light Editor, Don Wilson, on the PCT this Summer
Mojave, CA (June 12) to Ashland, OR (August ?) - say Hello!
Jetboil Group Cooking Sytem SPOTLITE REVIEW
The second generation Jetboil stove system - efficient, but speed of heating can vary wildly.
Inov-8 F-Lite 300 Shoes SPOTLITE REVIEW
Very lightweight (300 g, 10.5 oz US men's 9). Are they lightweight backpacking capable?
Backpacking Light Magazine Seeks Nominations for Outdoor Industry’s Most Stringent Product Award Program
Announcing the second annual Lightitude Award for the Best Gear of 2006
Headsweats Protech Hat SPOTLITE REVIEW
Headsweats offers an alternative to a conventional wide-brimmed sun hat.
GSI Hard Anodised Extreme Cookpot SPOTLITE REVIEW
Light Teflon-lined aluminium cookpot for two people.
GSI Bugaboo Cookpot SPOTLITE REVIEW
Light Teflon-lined aluminium cookpot for two people that is lighter and cheaper than the GSI Hard Anodised Extreme set.
Jacks ‘R’ Better Biker Quilt SPOTLITE REVIEW
Down quilt that surrounds a top-entry hammock.
Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape SPOTLITE REVIEW
Compared to a poncho/tarp, is it possibly a better poncho AND a better shelter?
Unconventional Sleep Systems State of the Market Report
State of the market report and ratings for top bags, quilts, and wearable sleeping bags.
Fanatic Fringe PG Delta 30 Quilt SPOTLITE REVIEW
Looking for an ultralight quilt, but don't trust down insulation? With a few compromises, this may be your solution.
