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SUL in Dolly Sods
Just took my first SUL (5lb base weight) trip over Labor Day weekend in Dolly Sods wilderness in WVA. The weather was perfect and I think conditions in "the Sods" were about...
Which HMG Pack?
I'm going to get a HMG pack. I'm just trying to decide which one. The weight of my gear without the pack is 10.5 lbs. I will be backpacking in Washington( Olympics...
Lamp diffuser
Hi everyone, I have been a lurker on these forums for several months. I decided I would make a diy post as my introduction. I made a really simple, cheap, and light...
Anyone in Eureka, Ca area – can demo their gear?
Would be especially helpful if someone could meet me locally and set up their UL shelter so I could get a feel for what I need. I'm making the switch to lightweight/ul...
Clothesline & Poncho/Tarp
This is my preferred pitch of my GoLite Poncho/Tarp:Tarp Pics So if I am trying to go light, and not bring a ton of clothes, how would I rig a clothesline up...
Getting my gear ready for 2009
Hello all, longtime reader of backpackinglight, but this is my firstime posting. I live in NYC and have been backpacking with my wife for just coming up on our 3rd year. 3...
Lumens for NightTime Hiking?
I'm going to carry more than my usual Photon Freedom Micro since I'm going to do some hikes into the evening/night this year and will probably use a Fenix. What's your favorite,...
General gear recommendations needed
I am new to the world of ultralite backpacking. I am trying to assemble a respectable gear list using the lightest products I can afford. So far I have the following: ??oz...
Episode 113 | Pad Pumps
In episode 113 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about current PAD PUMP trends in the ultralight cottage industry, the challenges faced by small businesses during the holiday season plus a few interesting stocking stuffers.
Hammock Gear List
So this is for the Adirondacks in the end/beginning of winter. It's a 20° system (both underquilt and topquilt) as well as a down jacket. For true winter I'll need a 0°...
The 32 ounce problem
Just curious if I am in line with current thinking and methods and not re-inventing the wheel here...I have not been super ultra light minded for some time and I'm curious if...
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Greetings Backpackinglight.com Community, 2Tent.com is running a 4 day promotion for the users of this forum. Before I get into the Backpackinglight coupon here is a summary of the standard every day...
Ideas on my Gearlist. Doing AT Thru Hike in 2018.
That's great, by the look of your photo you could still use some help with repackaging some stuff. I would suggest watching Mike Clelland's videos at the very least the DINKY STUFF...
iphone portable chargers
Does anyone have a suggestion for a very light portable IPhone 6 charger? I saw one at 2.8 ounces but it only held one charge. Any suggestions? Thanks, Jim. I have one...
56Km Race Plan
Hi, since it seems this is the closest to a 'fastpacking' or trail running section I thought I might post this here (not sure though). I have signed up for the same...
The Khumbu - Nepal
This TR is a long one! I tried to embed a few photos. For just the photo set, go to flickr here - http://www.flickr.com/photos/35831538@N00/sets/72157625511432067/ This is supposed to be “easy” trekking. Really,...
How do you load your pack?
I think loading a pack is a refined art and double that for frameless packs.I'm curious how others load their packs. Here's my last go-round using a tent with poles,3-season clothing and...
Travel/Hiking List for Japan in March
My gear list for a two-week trip to Japan, leaving 4 March. It's a compromise, as I will be spending the first week in a hotel in Tokyo, studying the architecture of...
Need help with Shasta Gear List
I'm planning on doing shasta via avalanche gulch in late april and could use some help developing a gear list. I've got plenty of general Backpacking gear, but not much for mountaineering...
The Ten Essentials
This thread grew out of a response to Mike Cleland!'s article on "Sharp Things..." posted in the Editor's Roundtable. I posed the question: Do we lightweight backpackers still carry the Ten Essentials?...
