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Podcast 112 | The Analog Backcountry Experience
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In episode 112 of the Backpacking Light podcast we’re going to learn about the analog Backcountry experience and some of the gear that can help feed your need for a digital-free backcountry life.

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Ultralight, Ultra-Performance Backcountry Electronics (Revised and Updated)
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In this updated gear guide, I’ll provide some insight into the backcountry electronics I use, discuss their use cases, and explain why I chose those brands and models.

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SOLD Garmin InReach Mini
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Garmin Mini. Essentially brand new. It’s never been used outside of some setup in the house. Now reset so it’s good to go as if new. This is the v1…

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Garmin inReach Explorer+ – great shape, free shipping
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5 yrs old.  Used several times, worked great every time: Rae Lakes 2020 Dolly Sodds WV 2021 Pictured Rocks 2022 Dolly Sodds 2022 Sawtooth Wildnerness 2023 My brother in law…

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Delorme/Garmin InReach 1.5 GPS
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Delorme is now Garmin and this unit works with the Garmin Explore mobile app and uses user replaceable AA batteries.  It is still fully functional.

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Garmin 66i
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Garmin 66i, purchased this year new on Amazon. Realized it is far beyond what I need, but beyond the return window at Amazon. It has a silicon case, backpack strap…

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Apple Watch Ultra (GPS + Celluar)
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Purchased in 09/2023, minimal use so no issues with scratches or scuffs, near new condition.  Battery health is still 100%.  Titanium band (not Apple brand) and two extra Apple bands.

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Suunto – Vertical Titanium Solar – all black model – latest version – SOLD
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Hi All – latest Suunto vertical titanium solar (all black) hiking watch – $590 ($839 new) Like new / fantastic condition  An awesome piece of gear. Triple GPS, HR, Sleep…

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garmin fenix 7 sapphire solar watch
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for sale: barely used garmin fenix 7 sapphire solar. included is a usb-c charger adapter

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Garmin Montana 750i Handheld GPS Navigator Sold
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Completely new Asking $500 Shipped

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Garmin InReach Mini—-SOLD—
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First gen. 9/10 great shape, no issues, just don’t need it anymore used on 6 trips comes in original box with all parts Free shipping CONUS

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**SOLD** Garmin Inreach mini. New. Never activated. Free shipping conus
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Never used or activated. Bought during an REI sale awhile ago and haven’t been hiking in remote areas since. 🤷 Upgraded to 67i so I can hike and geocache!!! No…

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Garmin fenix 6x pro solar watch
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I am looking to sell a Garmin Fenix 6x pro solar watch. I purchased it in August of last year, and it is in excellent shape. I have completed the…

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Navigation and Communication Devices: Strengths, Limitations, and Use Cases
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In this video, I will cover various types of navigation and communications devices, their benefits and limitations, and use case scenarios where you might use one or a combination of multiple devices.

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Garmin InReach Mini (reconditioned, unused)
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Selling a Garmin InReach Mini, orange. This is the first generation InReach Mini. I actually had a previous InReach that I had replaced under warranty. This is the recertified unit…

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Garmin InReach Mini LIGHTLY Used
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First generation InReach Mini. All accessories are in the original box. PM me with questions. Replacing it because I just bought a Mini 2.

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Backpacking Light Staff Picks: Our Favorite Gear
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Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year – the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!

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Episode 90 | Alpaca Wool Base Layers
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In today’s episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we’re going to talk about four season tents, a new ABC watch that could dethrone the Garmin Fenix, and alpaca wool fabrics used for next-to-skin base layer apparel.

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InReach Mini2 like new
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purchase this March, used for about 5-short trips. i need a bigger unit since the screen is too small for me selling for $210 i will cover shipping in the…

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Publisher’s Gear Guide Update (Nov ’23)
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The Publisher’s Gear Guide has been updated. This gear guide contains recommendations in various categories by Backpacking Light Publisher and Founder Ryan Jordan. This is the gear he actually chooses to use on his own trips.

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