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Communities of people interested in other types of lightweight adventures in the backcountry involving a variety of *new* types of gear (!) and other contraptions strapped to the feet or held in the hands.
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      Packrafting is the use of a backpackable, inflatable boat for wilderness travel and sport. Discuss gear, techniques, trips, and the latest in packrafting trends here.
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      Duane Hall

    • Mountaineering & Alpinism
      Discussion of ultralight techniques, gear, and philosophy as they directly relate to more vertical pursuits above the treeline.
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      Camera gear, techniques, strategies for going light, etc.
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    • Fishing & Tenkara
      Discussion of tenkara fly fishing along with other types of fly fishing, spin fishing, including lightweight gear and techniques for the backcountry.
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      David Noll

    • Bikepacking & Bicycle Touring
      A place to discuss ultralight bicycle touring also referred to as ultralight bikepacking.
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      W I S N E R !

    • Other Activities
      Other activities not specifically related to hiking or camping, or the other Off-Piste forum topics.
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