Gear Reviews

In depth performance reviews of lightweight backpacking gear.

M Mountain Laurel Designs TrailStar Shelter Review
in Reviews | by Ryan Jordan | on January 24, 2012

M Clikstand T-2 Alcohol Stove System Review
in Reviews | by David Chenault | on January 24, 2012

M Nemo Obi Elite 1P Tent Review
in Reviews | by Will Rietveld | on January 17, 2012

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SpotLite Reviews

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

M Primus Eta Solo Stove Review
in SpotLite Reviews | by Roger Caffin | on May 17, 2011

Ex-Officio Give-N-Go Briefs Review
in SpotLite Reviews | by Roger Caffin | on October 12, 2010

SteriPEN Opti Review
in SpotLite Reviews | by Roger Caffin | on October 05, 2010

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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 Deep Freeze: A Cold, Hard Look at Winter Stoves
in State of the Market Reports | by Brad Groves | on January 31, 2012

M Lightweight Alternative Rainwear: State of the Market Report - Part 2: Overview of Individual Products
in State of the Market Reports | by David Chenault | on November 29, 2011

M Lightweight Alternative Rainwear: State of the Market Report - Part 1: Introducing and Defining Alternative Rainwear
in State of the Market Reports | by David Chenault | on November 22, 2011

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Reader Gear Reviews

Gear reviews submitted by our readership.

zpacks Company Rated 5/5
by Stephen Burgess | on January 31, 2012

Six Moon Designs StarLite Rated 4/5
by Jim W. | on January 30, 2012

Katabatic Gear Palisade Quilt Rated 5/5
by Reggie Garrett | on January 29, 2012

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