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Episode 138 | Plan-Focus-Trust
Learn the Plan–Focus–Trust framework and discover how preparation removes fear, presence builds clarity, and trust turns small wins into lasting confidence – a mindset for wilderness travel and life goals.
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Episode 137 | The Risk Control Continuum
Learn how to manage backcountry risk using the Risk Control Continuum framework: use hazard triggers, control layers, and field tools like the HEAT and ECG checklists to detect drift, make better decisions, and stay safe in the backcountry.
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How Fishnet Works (Part 2): Layering for Moisture, Thermal Management in Cold-Weather Backpacking
Fishnet base layers offer a structural solution to the long-standing tradeoff between warmth and moisture control. By emphasizing airflow and vapor transport, they maintain comfort across cold, dry, and humid environments where conventional wicking fabrics fail. This article explains the thermophysiology of fishnet design and provides evidence-based strategies for layering in alpine and variable weather conditions.
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Episode 136 | Fringe Season Layering
Debunk wicking myths, optimize thermoregulation with hydrophobic base layers & utilize shell layers effectively to help with fringe season layering in the backcountry.
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Senchi designs alpha 60 hoody
Like new condition. No tears, stains, etc. XL Price includes shipping PayPal and Venmo accepted
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By the Numbers: The Energy Cost of Drying Your Base Layer
Drying wet base layers with body heat demands significant energy. The choice of fabric (wool vs. synthetic) may make less of a difference under some conditions; the quantity of water is key.
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Patagonia Capilene Air Hoody
Like new condition Sixe XL 9oz Wotn only indoors. Price includes shipping PayPal and Venmo accepted
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Farpointe Alpha Direct Camp Pants
Like new condition Size XL 4.3oz Worn only on a few trips (5-6 total nights) Price includes shipping PayPal and Venmo accepted
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By the Numbers: Another Look at Fabric Drying Performance – How can an Alpha Direct Base Layer take Longer to Dry than a Wool Base Layer?
A deep dive into the factors that cause Alpha Direct to take longer to dry than wool.
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Path Projects Pyrenees hoody
Like new condition (only worn a few times indoors, never worn on trail in the field). Size XL Price includes shipping. PayPal and Venmo accepted
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NEW Smartwool Classic All-Season Base Layer Bottoms, Women’s Medium, free shipping
NEW Smartwool Classic All-Season Base Layer Bottoms, Women’s Medium, 5.4 oz on my kitchen scale. I have three pairs available. One is light grey heather, and two pairs are black….
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Cottage Gear Guide: Ultralight Hiking & Backpacking Gear from Small, Startup, and Cottage Brands
Discover the most unique, innovative, and ultralight backpacking gear from small, startup, and cottage brands in our Cottage Gear Guide.
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Outdoor Research Activeice Spectrum sun hoody
Men’s XL OR Activeice spectrum sun hoody Worn only once so basically new. $35 includes shipping Venmo and PayPal accepted
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Senchi Designs A90 Half-Zip Hoodie BLK, SOLD
Senchi designs A90 Half-Zip Hoodie BLK, Large Tried on in house once . Was to small for my frame. Purchased on Ryan’s latest drop this month. Flat-seam construction Reinforced…
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Episode 119 | Sleep Warmer: Evening Routines
In episode 119 of the Backpacking Light podcast we’re going to learn about bedtime routines and practices for sleeping warm in the backcountry.
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Patagonia & Smartwool base layers Men’s Large & XL
For sale are two base layers Patagonia Capilene size Large (good condition, slim fit, too small for me) $15 Smartwool Intraknit Thermal merino base layer crew size XL (good condition,…
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Terramar Thermasilk XL Top and Bottoms…
Worn once the cleaned. Didn’t like them. No rips, tear, or pics. I would like $45 shipped. $120 new. Any questions just shoot me a message. Thanks alot.
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Outdoor Vitals Merino Tern Hoody
Like new Outdoor Vitals Merino Tern Hoody XXL 2023 version 6.9oz $25 shipping included PayPal accepted
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Men’s Outdoor Research Echo Hoody
Men’s Outdoor Research Echo Hoody XXL 5.1 oz Like new condition Buyer pays for shipping PayPal accepted
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