This lightweight "backpacking fad" is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state. Read More ...

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

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A quick overview of the Continental Divide Trail for planning purposes. Updated regularly. Read More ...

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A planning guide and overview for planning a thru-hike or long backpack on the Appalachian Trail.
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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 Read More ...

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

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

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When backpacking, a cook pot should be simple. Something light, large enough to boil water, compact and gets the job done.

Go to an REI or similar store and you will sometimes see this type of pot…for a price!

Luckily, AntiGravityGear offers a simple and inexpensive solution: A “3 cupper” cookpot.  The perfect size for the dirt bagger solo backpacker!

Over the miles and years of backpacking, I’ve used the same basic set up: A 2qt aluminum pot with a piece of tin foil for a lid and coupled with an alcohol stove.  When doing longer solo hikes, the size was perfect for me. I wanted food. And lots of it.

This meal would not earn me a Michelln star!

However, I’ve switched to eating cold food when solo. Love the simplicity, the lack of a futz factor and just the ease of making a meal.

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Need a lightweight tent that is spacious for two, sturdy and does not feel too minimalist? Take a look at the Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo. Read More ...

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Not my original title for this article..but so it goes. 🙂 The original title of this article was "Lighten the load; not the wallet" ; a quick crash course in how to dirt bag. Not tips new to anyone in the long distance hiking scene, but probably good tips for the average person who thinks all gear purchases begins and ends with REI! 😀

Here's the artcle at Boulder Weekly.

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