Ultralight hiking gear

In early February, I’ll be setting out on my first thru hike attempt. I’m going to be hiking the Backbone Trail (BBT), a long distance trail in California’s Santa Monica Mountains. Since this trail is only about 70 miles from point to point, I’ll be taking 5 days to complete it. I like to define my hiking style as “As Ultralight As Possible.” Because I’ve dealt with quite a bit of chronic pain over the past three years, ...

I've spent years compiling my ideal lightweight backpacking gear setup, & I've made a list to share with you. Read on & take a peek inside my 12-pound pack.

The best ultralight backpacking gear from Decathlon. If you're looking for tested and affordable lightweight gear, Decathlon is worth a look.

Backpacking packs and backpacking gear have gotten much lighter weight in recent years due to innova

I've spent years compiling my ideal lightweight backpacking gear setup, & I've made a list to share with you. Read on & take a peek inside my 12-pound pack.

Trimming your gear to the ultralight necessities takes some ingenuity. Make it easy with this ultralight backpacking gear checklist.

Ultralight backpacking gear list for thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail and Continental Divide Trail. Refined list of cottage industry and traditional backpacking gear companies.

While high-quality, high-performance gear matters, you don't always need the most expensive products to make the best kit. Here are 8 UL items that'll leave you content (some more...

Spending time outdoors tends to spark creative thinking — from big things, like starting a business, to small things, like an idea to improve the...

When preparing for a thru-hike, it’s easy to get lost in the wormhole of sleep systems, shelters, what to wear and more. It’s overwhelming, and often feels like there’s no right answer. The simple truth of the matter is that what works for you in Georgia may not be a fit for your needs in Pennsylvania. You’re walking across an entire country, spanning two or three seasons and endless changes in terrain. Before you get even more overwhelmed, ...