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Gear Reviews

In depth performance reviews of lightweight backpacking gear.

M GoLite Footwear Competition and Fire Reviews
in Reviews | by Darin Banner | on November 17, 2009

M Mountain Hardwear Phantom 32 Sleeping Bag Review
in Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on November 10, 2009

M Rab Microlight Jacket Review
in Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on November 03, 2009

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SpotLite Reviews

Brief snapshots of new gear, gear category summaries, and interesting products.

M Montbell Alpine Light Down Parka SPOTLITE REVIEW
in SpotLite Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on July 29, 2008

Rab Bergen Pant SPOTLITE Review
in SpotLite Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on July 23, 2008

M Montbell Thunderhead Jacket SPOTLITE REVIEW Review
in SpotLite Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on July 15, 2008

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State of the Market Reports

In-depth reports of major gear categories, includes the synthesis of current technology, individual products, product testing, and comparison results.

M Made in China - A State of the Market Report
in State of the Market Reports | by Roger Caffin | on September 10, 2009

M State of the Market Report: Single Wall Tents (2008)
in State of the Market Reports | by Will Rietveld and Chris Townsend | on November 18, 2008

M Light Packs for Heavy Loads: State of the Market Report
in State of the Market Reports | by Chris Townsend | on September 16, 2008

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Reader Gear Reviews

Gear reviews submitted by our readership.

Gossamer Gear Lightrek 4 Adjustable CF Trekking Poles Rated 5/5
by Keith Selbo | on November 19, 2009

e-OMC (Oregon Mountain Community) Customer Service Rated 1/5
by Johnathan White | on November 17, 2009

Minus 33 230 g long sleeve top/botom Rated 4/5
by James Lee | on November 16, 2009

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