Choosing Ultralight Sunglasses That Don’t Break on the Trail
Okay, so you are gearing up for your next trail adventure, packing light and smart because every ounce counts when you are pounding the...
How I Chose Ultralight Camp Shoes That Feel Like Clouds
You ever had one of those moments on a backpacking trip when your feet feel like they are carrying the weight of the world?...
What I Learned About Ultralight Trekking Pole Adjustments
Adjusting ultralight trekking poles felt like one of those small tasks that you think you have down pat—until you do not. You think, "How...
How I Chose Ultralight Camp Shoes That Feel Like Clouds
You ever had one of those moments on a backpacking trip when your feet feel like they are carrying the weight of the world?...
The Ultralight Multi-Tool I Carry on Every Backpacking Trip
You know that feeling when you are miles into the woods, miles away from any sign of civilization, and suddenly, something goes wrong? Maybe...
My First Experience With Ultralight Water Bladders and Why I Liked Them
I never thought a water bladder could change the way I hike. Like, really change it. I was the kind of backpacker who treated...
My Experience Using Dry Sacks to Protect Ultralight Gear in Rain
You know that sinking feeling when the clouds open up just as you are setting up camp? Your ultralight gear, expensive and meticulously packed,...
Setting Up an Ultralight Bear Bag Hanging System That Works
Camping in the wild is one of those magical moments where you get to trade your busy city life for fresh air, starry skies,...
The Ultralight Water Filter That Keeps Me Hydrated Off-Grid
You ever found yourself staring at a crystal-clear stream deep in the woods, heart pounding, lips cracking, and suddenly wonder if drinking from it...
Why Ultralight Backpacking Gear Needs a Regular Cleaning Routine
Why Bother Cleaning Ultralight Backpacking Gear? Imagine waking up after a crisp night under the stars, your ultralight sleeping bag still cozy, your shelter dry...
I still remember the night I first tried to sleep outside with my brand-new ultralight sleeping bag. It was cold, too cold for an...