snowshoeing

Xero Shoes Alpine Snow Boot Review (First Looks)

Gear Reviews February 9, 2021

The Xero Shoes Alpine Snow Boot is a flexible, insulated, waterproof, zero-drop footwear option for minimalist shoe lovers who still want warm feet in cold and snowy conditions.

Lightweight Backpacking Gear for Cold Winter Temperatures (Two-Layer Systems, Vapor Barriers, and Really Puffy Stuff)

Wilderness Skills December 24, 2019

Lightweight backpacking gear for winter temperatures: two-layer insulation systems, vapor barrier systems, and really puffy stuff.

Field Notes: Winter Backpacking in Southeast Wyoming

Trips February 14, 2019

Lightweight backpacking in winter: field notes from SE Wyoming - tarp camping, firebuilding, wood stove cooking, and more (VIDEO).

Crescent Moon EVA Snowshoes Review

Gear Reviews November 27, 2017

This Crescent Moon EVA Snowshoes review addresses the use of foam as a snowshoe material, combined with a fixed shoe binding.

Snowshoeing Yosemite Point (Film)

Trips March 1, 2017

Chris Smead presents "Snowshoeing Yosemite Point", a film in 4K about a beautiful winter trek accomplished in lightweight style!

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

Wilderness Skills February 24, 2017

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

Lightweight Backpacking News: Digest No. 25

Current Events (*) September 28, 2015

FBI Fugitive Found on Appalachian Trail, A Survival Video Game, The Zion Flash Flood, A "Walk In the Woods" Inspires People to Get Out, MSR FlyLite Tent, and much more!

Lightweight Backpacking for Couples

Wilderness Skills September 3, 2003 Introduction Most of us do not venture into the backcountry alone. Sharing the outdoors with another person heightens our outdoor experience. That person can be a good friend, parent, brother,...

Lightweight Snowshoes: Two Models from MSR and Northern Lights are Cream of the Crop

Gear Reviews April 15, 2002 Overview Snowshoes are essential for traveling in the mountains in most of the winter and spring months. In some places of the western U.S. (e.g., the Cascade volcanoes and Northern...

Backcountry Travel on Snowshoes for Lightweight Backpackers

Wilderness Skills April 15, 2002

Backcountry Travel on Snowshoes for Lightweight Backpackers