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Short articles targeting unique and/or innovative solutions to backcountry problems.

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How to Keep Fuel Warm During Canister Stove Operation

Mar 25, 2017 by Gary Dunckel

Various techniques for keeping fuel warm during canister stove operation are described, in order to optimize fuel vaporization.

canister stoves, cold, lightweight cooking system, winter backpacking

Ultralight Video Gear (According To Chris)

Mar 24, 2017 by chris smead

Chris Smead, who produces Backpackinglight.com’s “According to Chris” video series, goes through his ultralight video gear.

according to chris, backcountry photography, photography, video

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How to Minimize Your Prep for Short Trips

Oct 5, 2015 by Ryan Jordan 31 Comments

Limiting the number of decisions, and keeping all your gear in one area are the major steps to simplifying your short backpacking trips.

new feature, ultralight sleep systems, winter backpacking

The 60-Second Backpacker: Episode 2, Leave the Kitchen Sink at Home

Aug 11, 2015 by Ryan Jordan

The 60-Second Backpacker is a video series that provides bite-sized shorts about equipment, techniques, and philosophy of ultralight backpacking.

Negotiating the Permit System: Six Western US National Parks

Dec 17, 2014 by David Chenault

Our National Parks are awe-inspiring places of beauty. Often the backcountry permitting can be a challenge. Don’t let that stop you. Here are some tips to face the process with ease.

Can I Cook in my Tent?

Nov 11, 2014 by Roger Caffin

Cooking in a tent has revolved around a stigma of gear destruction and personal harm. Cooking in a tent is not that dangerous and being responsible and aware of the hazards allows for safe cooking in a tent.

Simplifying Expedition Food With Single Serving Sized Packages

Nov 19, 2013 by Ryan Jordan

Single serving packages can simplify shopping, packaging, and preparation of meals.

Lightweight Fry Bake Gear and Technique (Video)

May 1, 2013 by Ryan Jordan

If you’re a fan of fry-baked meals in the backcountry, and you are reading this article, it’s not likely you’re one who gets real excited about carrying the two-pound classic Banks’ Fry Bake. Here are some options for lighter gear and techniques for fry-baking as a solo traveler, or in smaller groups.

Backpacking: Baby on Board – Part 2: Trekking with a Toddler

Apr 16, 2013 by Nick Meynen

In Part 1, Fany and Nick embarked on a challenging journey with an unlikely companion: their 3 month old. Two years and another 750 km later, 30 month old Flora has completed the entire traverse. Thru-hiking with a toddler can be as rewarding as it is challenging.

Pack-and-Paddle Wilderness Route Planning: Predicting Stream Flows

Apr 10, 2013 by Ryan Jordan

Guidelines for evaluating watershed geography and streamflow to help ask the question: is this creek runnable in a packraft?

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