lightweight backpacking

New Fangled Ultralight Backpacking

Posted on August 2, 2017 by Paul Mags — 40 Comments ↓

This lightweight “backpacking fad” is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state.

The Frugal Backpacker – The $300 Gear Challenge

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Paul Mags — 27 Comments ↓

Backpacking gear on the cheap. If you are new to backpacking and/or on a budget, here is a complete gear list for less than $300. Updated Jan 2017.

Lightweight backpacking – Evolution not revolution

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Sometimes it is bemoaned how lightweight gear is not used more. But it is. The longer view just has to be taken.

A Quick and Dirty CDT Guide

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Paul Mags — 29 Comments ↓

A quick overview of the Continental Divide Trail for planning purposes. Updated Sept 2018.

A Quick and Dirty Guide to the Appalachian Trail

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Paul Mags — 11 Comments ↓

A quick and dirty guide to the Appalachian Trail. Hopefully, makes planning a long hike on the AT a bit less daunting and a little easier. Updated March 2017.

Lightweight Backpacking 101

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

A quick and dirty overview for transitioning from a traditional backpacker to a lighter weight backpacker. Chart to compare and contrast weights and prices,too

Stove Comparison – “Real World Use

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Paul Mags — 19 Comments ↓

An overview of backpacking stove types with their pluses and minuses. No such thing a the “best stove”…just what is best for YOU!

Backpacking: A Beginners Primer

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Paul Mags — 7 Comments ↓

A primer I wrote for people new to backpacking. With a beginners backpacking gear list, too.

Hike My Hike – Damn It! (HMHDI)

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Paul Mags — 25 Comments ↓

Hike My Hike, Damn it! The one true, correct and absolute way to hike. My way.

Gear Review – GoLite Tumalo

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A review of the GoLite Tumalo rain jacket.