ULA Circuit Backpack: Female Hiker’s Review After 1300 Miles
Detailed review and description of the ULA Circuit 68 liter pack, the lightweight backpack I used on the Arizona and Colorado Trails.
Lightweight Backpacking
What’s in My Lightweight Toiletries Kit For Backpacking and Bikepacking
Here’s what to include in a simple lightweight toiletries kit for backpacking, plus hygiene tips and other backcountry toiletries how-to’s.
Best Lightweight Solo Tents by Price, Weight, and Style (Visual Guide)
Sorting through the options for the best lightweight solo tent? This visual chart organized by price and weight will help you see which tents stand out for their weight, value, and design.
From The Gear Closet: My Favorite Backpacking Gear
After years of trial and error, here is the backpacking gear and hiking clothing that I return to over and over again.
Bearikade Expedition Bear Canister – Gear Review
If you need a really big bear canister, the Bearikade Expedition should be at the top of your list. Here’s a review to help you decide if all the fancy carbon fiber is worth your money.
Tahoe Rim Trail: 7 Day Lightweight Backpacking Itinerary and Tips
The 170 mile Tahoe Rim Trail makes a fantastic lightweight backpacking route. Here’s a 7 day TRT itinerary, plus gear and logistics notes, from my TRT thru-hike.
Borah Gear Cuben Bivy – Gear Review After 100+ Nights
The Borah Gear Cuben bivy is an ultralight, ultra-packable, water resistant bivy with bug netting top. It’s not right for every adventure, but here’s where it shines.
Gear Review: Big Sky Soul 1P Solo Tent
Detailed review of the Big Sky Soul 1P, an affordable, lightweight, versatile freestanding solo tent. Here’s why I love it for backpacking, bikepacking, and travel.
Clothing For Lightweight Backpacking: A Minimalist Full-Comfort Packing List
Choosing your hiking clothes wisely can shave pounds off your pack weight. Here’s an overview of what to wear backpacking when you’re trying to keep your backpack light.
Why and How to Swap Your Hiking Boots for Trail Running Shoes
Tired of big heavy boots? Here’s how to decide if hiking in trail running shoes is right for you, plus how to transition safely and which shoe models to consider.
Lightweight Backpacking: Easy Tips to Lighten Your Pack (and a few hard ones too)
Say goodbye to sore shoulders and cranky knees. These lightweight backpacking tips will cut pounds from your pack weight so you can hike farther, faster, or just more comfortably.
