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Podcast 007 | Trekking Poles

Dec 17, 2018 by Backpacking Light

This podcast dives into the science to answer the question: are trekking poles worth the weight?

black diamond, gossamer gear, Leki, Mons Peak IX, podcast, rei, ruta locura, traction systems, trekking poles, zpacks

Lightweight Trekking Pole Reviews & Gear Guide

Nov 21, 2018 by Backpacking Light

This lightweight trekking poles gear guide discusses the scientific justification for/against poles, and features reviews of 14 models.

black diamond, gossamer gear, helinox, Komperdell, Leki, locus gear, Mons Peak IX, rei, ruta locura, trekking poles, zpacks

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Staff Picks 2016: Our Favorite Backpacking Gear of the Year

Dec 31, 2016 by Backpacking Light

View our staff picks for the best backpacking gear of the year – recommendations from our editors and guides for hiking and backpacking gear.

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Ruta Locura Lone Peak Tent & WiFi Stove Review

Oct 20, 2015 by Ryan Jordan 16 Comments

The Ruta Locura Lone Peak Tent with the wood-burning WiFi stove offers luxury winter camping accommodations at a relatively paltry weight.

ruta locura, tarp camping, winter backpacking

Ruta Locura Jetboil Stove Kit w/BRS-3000T Stove (Review)

Sep 8, 2015 by Ryan Jordan 12 Comments

Replace stock parts in your Jetboil PCS with a carbon fiber lid and sub-one-ounce stove burner, and save nearly 3 oz on the weight of your cook system.

jetboil, ruta locura

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