Backpacking Gear
Create Your Own Backpacking Gear List With My Custom Google Spreadsheet

Create Your Own Backpacking Gear List With My Custom Google Spreadsheet

Use my custom Google spreadsheet to create your own lightweight backpacking gear list. Automatically calculate pack weight and costs, generate reports, charts & more.

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10 Best Backpacks For Thru-Hiking And Long Distance Backpacking

10 Best Backpacks For Thru-Hiking And Long Distance Backpacking

Planning a long distance backpacking trip and wondering what kind of pack to get? Here are ten of the most popular lightweight backpacks for thru-hikers.

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The Best Hiking Shoes For Lightweight Backpacking

The Best Hiking Shoes For Lightweight Backpacking

Planning a long hike and looking for a good pair of shoes? Here are five popular hiking shoes that are perfect for lightweight backpacking and hiking…

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The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Backpacks

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

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

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

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 Lightweight Backpacking Clothing System

My Lightweight Backpacking Clothing System

I’ve made some changes to my backpacking clothing system for the 2016 hiking season. Here is what I will be wearing on the trail this year…

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Directory of “Cottage Industry” Backpacking Gear Companies

Directory of “Cottage Industry” Backpacking Gear Companies

Some of the best and most innovative ultralight backpacking gear is made by small, hiker-owned businesses who design, manufacture and sell gear directly to fellow hikers…

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Ultralight Backpacking Stove Guide

Ultralight Backpacking Stove Guide

There are lots of options when it comes to choosing a lightweight backpacking stove: alcohol stoves, canister stoves, wood stoves, solid fuel stoves and cooking on a campfire. Here are some of the pros and cons of each.

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“The Big 3” Most Important Backpacking Gear Items

“The Big 3” Most Important Backpacking Gear Items

Backpackers spend a lot of time, money and effort trimming ounces from their backpacking gear in the quest to lighten their load. But, in my opinion a lot of the time it’s wasted effort. If you want to significantly reduce your pack weight concentrate on these three items…

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Ultralight Backpacking Water Filters And Water Purification

Ultralight Backpacking Water Filters And Water Purification

Unless you have experience drinking untreated back country water, it is recommended that you treat your drinking water by filtering or another method. Here are some popular water filters and purification methods…

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5 Lightweight Backpacking “Luxury Items” That Can Make Hiking More Fun

5 Lightweight Backpacking “Luxury Items” That Can Make Hiking More Fun

Lightweight backpacking isn’t all about counting grams and ounces and becoming a slave to the scale. It’s also about freeing up space in your pack for things that can make hiking more fun!

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5 Heavyweight Backpacking Gear Items You Can Replace With Ultralight Alternatives

5 Heavyweight Backpacking Gear Items You Can Replace With Ultralight Alternatives

One way to reduce your pack weight is to get rid of unnecessary gear. The other way is to replace essential gear items with lightweight alternatives. Here are five gear items you can replace to reduce your pack weight…

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