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Podcast 029 | The Bohohobos’ Big Trek

Aug 1, 2020 by Backpacking Light

Ryan and Andrew talk to Aïscha Tomasoa and Jesper Jensen – the Bohohobos – about their epic trek through Scandinavia as novice backpackers.

backpacks, bivy sacks, europe, katadyn, Outdoor Research, podcast, rogue panda, Scandinavia, Tarptent, thermarest, trekking, vargo, wild ideas

Lightweight Backpacking in the Winter: Gear and Techniques from the Arctic

Feb 24, 2017 by Jörgen Johansson

Lightweight backpacking in the winter requires more intentionality with respect to gear selection and skill set, but with great rewards.

backcountry skiing, cold, europe, insulated clothing, snow, snowshoeing, Sweden, traction systems, trekking clothing, ultralight sleep systems, winter backpacking

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The State of Lightweight Backpacking in Europe

Jan 29, 2017 by Jörgen Johansson

Lightweight backpacking is growing in Europe. What makes it unique and what are the similarities to lightweight backpacking in the US?

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