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LIVE: The Gear Q&A (Spring ’23 Edition)
Got a question about backpacking gear as you assemble your '23 kits and gear lists? Now's the time to ask it - this live event will be all about gear. In addition, Backpacking Light Publisher Ryan Jordan will discuss some of the gear he's using in '23, with updated recommendations in the categories of minimalist, high-performance, comfortable, and budget-friendly gear across several categories.
Help me spend $350 wisely
So quick summary for some context, I’m a 3 season mostly weekend backpacker. I go primarily with friends and solo in my tent or I go with my daughter. I usually backpack...
Bivies...I want to love them...but...
To be clear, I've slept out without a bivy (bag alone) more times than I can count. Easily over 100, I know that much. With a bivy (of the lightweight DWR type...
Atom Packs “The Atom” Backpack Review (First Looks)
The Atom is the smallest and lightest backpack offered by the UK’s Atom Packs. It is a specialized tool aimed at the fast and light hiker.
Cascade Wild Ultralight Table
Was surprised not to find any mention of this using the search, so thought I'd share... http://cascadewild.com Clever. Lighter and less expensive than I would have guessed. Adding a couple of matching...
2016 Gossamer Gear Mariposa
It looks like GG put some gusto into their packs, solving the sag issue between the belt and pack, larger hip belt pockets, etc. Â Does anyone have the new version? Â They are...
Spinning Reel?
My son currently has a Penn Fierce 3000 6.2:1 reel. Â It weight s 12.9oz. Â Wondering if anyone can please recommend a lighter and more compact reel? Â He is comfortable with a spinning...
MYOG Ultralight, Fixed-Length, Collapsible Trekking Poles
Companion forum thread to: MYOG Ultralight, Fixed-Length, Collapsible Trekking Poles Thanks for the feedback Keith. Here are the sources I used.. Carbon fibre tubes, 1 metre lengths, 10x8 mm roll wrapped, 8x6...
Any ergonomic trekking pole grips besides Gossamer Gear? What happened to the "Backpacking Light" grips?
I posted in the main forum and received no responses. Thought I'd try here. The GG grips look great! But they are more than twice the price of the older "Backpacking Light"...
Wind River Range - Equipment 2015
Greetings BPL Community, A few months previous, I was up in arms because I failed to secure permits for Glacier or Rainier for an epic trip for me and my two adult...
Electrolyte needs and real food
"Your assumed 60 bpm resting heart rate seems high to me if you mean a true resting rate (before you get out of bed in the morning) and you are in good...
Bear Bag Line Launcher: Would you use one?
My brother and I have been trying to figure out an easier way to get lines over tree branches. We’ve made a few prototype line launchers that use a spring to shoot...
PCT 2015 Gear List = Heavier than I would like
Hi all. Just got an annual membership the other day (to any other new people thinking of joining, use coupon code "packlessbemore2011" for 60% off!), and figured I would post my gear...
HMG UltaMid2 Center Pole
I have a HMG UltaMid2 and so far I've done well dealing with intermediate weather conditions, a little snow and moderate winds. I've got a question for experts in mid&tarp-shelters with respect...
New Here, and Returning Backpacker
Wow, what a website. I've been snooping here for a while and finally took the plunge. There is so much information! I have also noticed a really nice 'vibe' to the forum....
2013 Staff Picks
Companion forum thread to:2013 Staff Picks Wait. Did Dave Chenault really just admit to fatbiking on gametrails and on wilderness trails? ...yikes. Very disapointed. Hardly any backpacking items listed, and when there...
The SUL Wanderer (Video Series) - Episode 1: Gear
Companion forum thread to:The SUL Wanderer (Video Series) - Episode 1: Gear I chuckled a bit when I saw a hatchet attached to a tiny cuben pack. I thought I was the...
Boys in the Wild (Short Film)
Companion forum thread to:Boys in the Wild (Short Film) Nice job Ryan. While I don't have a son, I do have a teenage daughter and can empathize with the lack of interest...
Need help deciding between ULA 2.0 vs MLD Exodus FS
I've narrowed it down to these two packs, but I'm honestly torn. I'm not interested in anything else. Here are my preliminary thoughts: 1) Volume is approx. the same between both, after...
Where does durability win over light weight?
I popped one flexible water bottle in the field, and that was all it took to make me carry a classic 48oz plastic Nalgene as a primary bottle. Where have you sacrificed...
