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State of the Market Reports

State of the Market Reports offer an in-depth assessment of an entire product category, with a comparison summary of notable products in that category, and an evaluation of their applications, technologies, features, and performance. Heavy emphasis is placed on a technology overview of the product category, a discussion of performance comparison criteria, and a performance comparison (with ratings) of each product presented in tabular format. Performance is to be based on evaluation of the products in the field.

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Lightweight Winter Down Parka Reviews and State of the Market Report

Dec 5, 2018 by Max Neale

This article features lightweight down parkas (usually, full-zip jackets with hoods, a longer hem, and box-baffled construction) appropriate for winter backpacking, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, mountaineering, and other cold-temperature activities.

arc'teryx, crux, down insulation, feathered friends, Goosefeet Gear, insulated clothing, jackets, montbell, mountain equipment, mountain hardwear, Nunatak, Patagonia, PhD, Rab, Western Mountaineering, winter backpacking

Synthetic Insulated Jacket Review & State of the Market Report

Mar 26, 2018 by Max Neale

This comprehensive State of the Market Report presents more than a dozen synthetic insulated jacket reviews and performance comparison to evaluate their durability, warmth, weather resistance, breathability, and features.

arc'teryx, black diamond, jackets, LL Bean, Montane, montbell, Nunatak, Patagonia, Rab, synthetic insulation

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Backpacking Scissors (Reviews and Test Results)

Feb 25, 2018 by Rex Sanders

All scissors tested on white background

The most comprehensive review of backpacking scissors for ultralight hiking and camping: 11 models compared in 13 tests! You just may leave your knife at home.

backcountry fly fishing, Coghlans, cuda, first aid, fishing, fiskars, gear repair, knife, kotobuki, rescue essentials, sago brothers, scissors, sewing, singer, victorinox, Westcott

Whitewater Packraft Reviews: 2018 State of the Market Report

Feb 8, 2018 by Luke Schmidt

2018 Packraft Reviews and State of the Market Report providing a comprehensive overview of solo river packrafts.

Aire, alpacka, feathercraft, Kokopelli, packrafting, packrafts, Supai

Tenkara for Backpackers: State of the Market Report – Part 2

Aug 20, 2013 by Chris Stewart

Part 1 helped you choose the rod. After reading part 2 you’ll be all set with the tackle needed to fish tenkara in the backcountry.

Tenkara for Backpackers: State of the Market Report – Part 1

Aug 13, 2013 by Chris Stewart

A look at the best rods to bring into the Backcountry. It may not be what you think. Sometimes the best combination takes into account both the weight and the reach of the rod.

Ultralight Gaiters: State of the Market Report 2013

Jun 25, 2013 by Will Rietveld

Balancing weight and durability, ultralight gaiters are crucial to keeping your feet dry and free from debris.

SOTMR: Two-way Satellite Communications for Backpacking: Part 3: Satellite Texting

Apr 2, 2013 by Rex Sanders

Part 3 in our series on satellite communications focuses on the currently available two-way texting devices suitable for lightweight backpacking.

SOTMR: Two-way Satellite Communications for Backpacking: Part 2 – Satellite Phones

Mar 26, 2013 by Rex Sanders

Part 2 in our 3 part series on satellite communications focuses on the currently available sat phones suitable for lightweight backpacking.

SOTMR: Two-way Satellite Communications for Backpacking: Part 1 – Introduction

Mar 19, 2013 by Rex Sanders

Part 1 in our 3 part series on two-way satellite communications for lightweight backpacking.

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