The most crucial and consequential piece of gear you have, in my opinion, is your backpack. It’s why it’s called “backpacking”, and not “carry everything in your arms through the woods”. For this article, I will do a deep-dive into an ultralight backpack comparison of frames. Whether or not you choose to have a frame,…
Discovering the best ultralight backpacking gear can be daunting to newcomers. In this article, I’d like to give a birds-eye-view of what I look for when choosing a new item for my “big-three” (backpack, shelter, sleeping quilt). These are my main side-kicks for any overnight foray, so they need to pass muster. Hunting for the…
When you are out on the trail, there are small things you pick up on while you hike. Things that make your day simpler. These types of small changes to your routine during a hike can drastically improve your time in nature, lighten your pack, and give you more energy. Below, I’ve complied a short…