16 Ultralight Backpacking Tips for Beginners
Posted in: UltralightWhen I started backpacking as a kid, it was common for backpackers to carry around 40 or even 50lbs worth of gear on their backs. Then the ultralight backpacking revolution
When I started backpacking as a kid, it was common for backpackers to carry around 40 or even 50lbs worth of gear on their backs. Then the ultralight backpacking revolution
For a long time, I got by without using a windscreen for my canister stove. If it was particularly windy, I would just make sure to set up the stove
My old tent cost just around $50 and served me and my daughter well on our many backpacking trips. But that tent was a whopping 7.7lbs (3.5kg). Since I’m the
I have a love/hate relationship with ultralight tents and backpacking gear. On one side, I hate how snobbish some people are about gear. Not everyone can shell out hundreds of
Whether it’s for your phone, GPS tracker, camera, or headlamps, you are probably going to need some power during your backpacking trip. A backpacking power bank is simplest way to
Need an ultralight solar charger for backpacking or a thru-hiking trip? Here’s a thorough review of the best options based on overall weight, power-to-weight ratio, and features. Most of these
When backpacking or thru-hiking, you need foods which are loaded with calories but still light enough to carry. That’s why you’ll find so many hikers eating Fritos for dinner (or
One way to reduce weight is to choose multi-purpose gear, such as tents that use your trekking poles for pitching instead of tent poles. Here’s what you need to know
The first time I went backpacking with my daughter, my pack weighed over 20kg. That’s nearly 40lbs for those of you on the imperial system.
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