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Boy Scout Gear List: Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico, Summer
Philmont Guidebook to Adventure: "Remember, the key to successful backpacking is to go lightly."
Sierra Designs Hyperlight Tent REVIEW
Spacious, durable, wind-stable 4.5 lb tent - while very light for its size, it still can't match the area to weight ratio of our highest rated double wall tent.
Big Sky Evolution 2P Tent REVIEW
Other double-wall tent manufacturers claim that their tent is “ultralight” or even “hyperlight,” but the Evolution 2P really IS light without sacrificing anything in features or convenience - but of course it's not perfect.
Big Sky Revolution 1P Shelter REVIEW
There are lighter and roomier silnylon tents, but this is the lightest freestanding breathable fabric (Epic) solo tent on the market.
Mountainsmith TrekLight AT 55 Backpack REVIEW
Cutting edge design and materials, loaded with features, user-friendly, load capable, and fits like wearing a vest - but a tad heavy by lightweight standards, and needs a few tweaks here and there.
Big Agnes Lost Dog 50 Sleeping Bag REVIEW
Generously sized summer synthetic top bag that is on the heavy side of lightweight.
Jacks ‘R’ Better Shenandoah Summer Quilt REVIEW
Rectangular down quilt that weighs less than a pound and has features that adapt it for top blanket or hammock underquilt use.
MontBell U.L. Alpine Down Hugger Thermal Sheet Sleeping Bag REVIEW
Summer weight sleeping bag or winter bag liner with great features, but a fairly trim fit.
Gregory 2005 G Pack Backpack REVIEW
Comfortable, light (but it should lose half a pound), and compact backpack with enough capacity and load control to support multi-day outings.
Osprey Stratos 34 Backpack REVIEW
New for 2006, the Stratos 34 daypack provides all the features, fit, and comfort you can ask for from a general use daypack. It’s also bomb-proof, and heavy by our standards.
Osprey Exposure 36 Backpack REVIEW
A feature-laden pack designed for alpine climbing and ski mountaineering that doesn't translate well for general purpose use.
Black Diamond Shadow 55L Backpack REVIEW
A solid - read, heavy - and well-designed climbing pack with a unique Y-frame capable of carrying a lot of weight.
GoLite Rodeo Backpack REVIEW
Lightweight and versatile snow sports pack with nice features, but falls short in some areas.
Make Your Own Gear: Alcohol Stove Windscreen
Complete step-by-step instructions on how to construct an efficient alcohol stove windscreen.
Petzl MYO XP LED Headlamp REVIEW
Three-watt collimated LED headlamp with rear-mount battery pack that misses perfection by just a couple of features.
Vaude Lightwing Ultralight Tent REVIEW
Two-person, three-season, double wall tent with a high price but a sturdy build.
Suunto X9i GPS REVIEW
Wrist-mounted 2.7 oz GPS unit targeted at done-in-a-day activities, tested with Topo! 4.0 mapping software.
MSR Hubba Hubba Tent REVIEW
Double wall tent for two that weighs just over 4 lbs and has a unique pole hub system that makes it a breeze to pitch.
Hilleberg Akto Tent REVIEW
A four-season solo tent that weights just 3 pounds, offers excellent usable space, is very durable, and provides full storm protection...does the Hilleberg Akto have a down side?
Redfeather Alpine 30 Snowshoe REVIEW
A heavy, all-purpose snowshoe with an excellent crampon system.
