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6 Cheap Household Items That Double As Ultralight Backpacking Gear

6 Cheap Household Items That Double As Ultralight Backpacking Gear

Ultralight bros will eagerly boast about their itty bitty pack and teeny tiny tent, yet you rarely hear them mention how astonishingly light their wallet becomes after shelling out thousands...

Jul 10, 2025 : Katie Jackson
16 Experienced Thru-Hikers Reveal Their Favorite Pieces of Gear

16 Experienced Thru-Hikers Reveal Their Favorite Pieces of Gear

When it comes to thru-hiking, every piece of gear in your pack either earns its spot or gets sent home. Experienced long-distance hikers meticulously choose their gear, learning through thousands...

Jul 7, 2025 : Katie Jackson
The Best 4th of July Backpacking Gear Deals

The Best 4th of July Backpacking Gear Deals

You've planned your routes, and practiced your bear hangs, but is your gear ready for those summer miles? The Fourth of July sales are here, and retailers are lighting up...

Jul 1, 2025 : Katie Jackson
Best REI 4th of July Deals for Hikers and Backpackers

Best REI 4th of July Deals for Hikers and Backpackers

This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Save up to 50% on your favorite outdoor brands from June 27 through July 7 with REI 4th of July...

Jun 27, 2025 : Sponsored Post
Jetboil Flash Fast Boil Stove System Review

Jetboil Flash Fast Boil Stove System Review

As someone who had never used a Jetboil before, testing the Jetboil Flash 1.0L Fast Boil System knocked my socks off. I was continually surprised by all the features and...

Jun 26, 2025 : Kate Richard
Topo Traverse Trail Shoe Review

Topo Traverse Trail Shoe Review

As someone who’s worn through more than a dozen pairs of Topo Athletic shoes on long thru-hikes, fast trail runs, and everything in between, it's safe to say I'm deeply...

Jun 24, 2025 : Brandon Chase
What Gear I’d Bring If I Were to Hike New Mexico Again

What Gear I’d Bring If I Were to Hike New Mexico Again

Trying to go too light with my backpack, starting with shoes that fit rather than those with room to grow into, and bringing a stove in blazing heat are just...

Jun 23, 2025 : Kelly Rogue
HMG CrossPeak 2 Freestanding Single-Wall Tent Review

HMG CrossPeak 2 Freestanding Single-Wall Tent Review

The newly released Hyperlite Mountain Gear CrossPeak 2 tent enters the ultralight arena with the promise to maximize weight savings without compromising functionality. It's the first

Jun 20, 2025 : Katie Jackson
Astral Nosobo Hiking Shoe Review

Astral Nosobo Hiking Shoe Review

Astral Designs is a go-to brand for paddlers, guides, and outdoor lovers thanks to its focus on performance, sustainability, and versatility. While it's best known for watersports gear, Astral has

Jun 16, 2025 : Brandon Chase
Zenbivy 25° Muscovy Down Ultralight Bed Review

Zenbivy 25° Muscovy Down Ultralight Bed Review

Quilts continue to be popular with backpackers, with over 50% of hikers choosing to use a quilt instead of a sleeping bag in the 2024 Appalachian Trail Survey. But what...

Jun 9, 2025 : Lisa Slutsken