The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Backpacks
Looking for a new backpack for your next hiking adventure? Here is a list of every lightweight pack I know of that weighs under 4 lbs, to help you with your search.
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The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Shelters
Here’s a list of every lightweight backpacking shelter I know of (165+) with pics, specs and other info. Find the perfect shelter for your next hiking adventure.
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The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Sleeping Bags
Here’s a list of every lightweight sleeping bag I know of (300+) with pics, specs and other info. Find the perfect sleeping bag for your next hiking adventure.
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The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Sleeping Pads
Here’s a list of every lightweight sleeping pad I know of (250+) with pics, specs and other info. Find the perfect sleeping pad for your next hiking adventure.
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My name is Erik Asorson, aka "Erik the Black." I'm a long-distance backpacker, cartographer and author of 
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