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Simplifying Expedition Food With Single Serving Sized Packages

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

Backpacking With A Thermometer

A thermometer allows you to establish trends that relate temperature to how you feel while hiking and camping. This can lead to better preparation and execution in the field.

Backpacking With A Voice Recorder

A voice recorder is a great way to reflect on your journey without compromising safety or the experience.

Techniques for River Corridor Camping

Tarp camping is tricky enough. Couple that with unstable ground and strong winds and that perfect campsite can quickly become a nightmare. Learn all the tricks to stay dry and happy.

Techniques for Talus

Talus can be tricky but with a few tips and a new approach you'll be all set for some Talus Dancing. And boy what fun it is!

Backpacking Tights – Part 1

Tights are a very versatile backpacking tool. Their close fit keeps you warm and quickly wicks away moisture.

Backpacking with a Newborn

Don't lose hope - Backpacking is still possible with infants.

Hydration for Lightweight Backpackers

Dehydration is more than water loss - it's about the salts too.

Learn to Packraft! Episode 1: An Introduction to Packrafting

Episode 1 of "Learn to Packraft!" introduces you to the wonderful sport of packrafting!

Mountain SuperUltraLight Backpacking – Going SUL in the Mountains with Adequate Shelter, Insulation, and Rain Protection. Part 3: M-SUL Base Weight Gear Lists

Gear lists that demonstrate how easy it is to “make weight” for M-SUL and at the same time have all the shelter, insulation, and rain protection you need to stay dry, warm, and comfortable in the high country.

The SUL Mindset, Part 2: Less vs. Lighter

So take your normal gear, just take way less of it! One important goal of SUL is to take less stuff, not buy new stuff. If you have to buy new stuff, then I think that regardless of your pack weight, consider that you may have transcended away from the ultralight philosophy and into ultralight hypocrisy.

The SUL Wanderer (Video Series) – Episode 2: Food & Water

The second episode of Backpacking Light's new video series, "The SUL Wanderer" tells stories and teaches techniques about "SuperUltralight Backpacking" - the style of backpacking that focuses on the extremes of light weight, compactness, and simplicity for wilderness travel.

The SUL Wanderer (Video) – Episode 1: Gear

The first episode of Backpacking Light's new video series, "The SUL Wanderer" tells stories and teaches techniques about "SuperUltralight Backpacking" - the style of backpacking that focuses on the extremes of light weight, compactness, and simplicity for wilderness travel.

SUL BikeRaftFishPacking (BFRP)

An SUL approach to multisport: bikepacking, packrafting, and tenkara fly fishing.

Mountain SuperUltraLight Backpacking – Going SUL in the Mountains with Adequate Shelter, Insulation, and Rain Protection. Part 1: Concepts and Scope.

Adapting SUL for mountain conditions, where frequent weather extremes necessitate more capable gear.

Lightweight Fry Bake Gear and Technique (Video)

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

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.

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