On my first backpacking adventure in Glacier National Park, I had no ultralight backpacking gear. I did not even own any lightweight backpacking gear, let alone ultralight. My backpack was a 6 pound Kelty Coyote, my tent weighed about 7 pounds–I even brought a tarp to place under my tent in case it rained. Needless […]

Hardcore ultralight backpacks sacrifice comfort for weight. Luckily, technological advances have allowed companies to create backpacking packs that are both lightweight AND comfortable. After all, what’s the point in shedding weight if you cannot fully enjoy your time hiking? Are you on the lookout for a new ultralight backpack? In general, decent backpacks should last […]

Searching the internet for the best sleeping bag is exhausting. So, I’ve compiled sleeping bag reviews of the top five sleeping bag models in important categories. With so many companies producing sleeping bags, it is impossible to find a clear consensus on what bag is best for you. You need to take your considerations into […]

An ultralight sleeping bag is one of the best methods of reducing pack weight and becoming an ultralight backpacker. But so many lightweight sleeping bag models exist–picking the best ultralight bag to meet your needs is a tough process. Plus, some have astronomical costs. Are the costs justified? Let’s find out. What I’ve Learned About […]