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M Petzl Tikka XP2 and Tikka Plus2 LED Headlamp Reviews

By Rick Dreher on February 02 in Gear » Reviews
Petzl has been busy upgrading and gives us two new versions of an old stand-by.

M PHD Mountain Software Ultra Down Pullover Review

By Will Rietveld on January 26 in Gear » Reviews
The ultimate down jacket for ultralight backpacking and lightweight cold weather pursuits.

Be Prepared, Not Equipped

By Brad Groves on January 26 in Trends » Commentary
The main reason my pack got lighter was because I realized that being prepared had little to do with the equipment I carried.

M Sierra Prime: Off Trail in California's High Country

By Alan Dixon and Don Wilson on January 19 in Places » Trip Reports
The greatest rewards come when you choose to get off the beaten path and build a personalized hike that mixes challenge and fun at whatever level works for you.

M MontBell Ex Light Women's Down Jacket Review

By Janet Reichl and Will Rietveld on January 19 in Gear » Reviews
The lightest down jacket to be found, but the women’s version doesn’t have as much loft and warmth as the men’s version.

Firelite 475ml Titanium Trapper's Mug

Reg: $29.99 | Member: $28.49
Like the early explorers of the Wild West, the beauty of the FireLite Trapper's Mug is found in its absolute simplicity. Nearly 1/2 liter capacity, a 1.3 oz weight, no handles, and no lid keep this mug as simple as possible for cookin' and drinkin'.

Backpacking Light 2010 Calendar

Reg: $14.99 $7.59 | Member: $12.49 $6.32
Backpacking Light's 2010 Photo Calendar features photos from our 2009 Photo Contest, plus a few shots from our staff's 2009 expeditions.

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