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M Lightweight Internal Frame Packs: a State of the Market Report - Part 1B: Theory and Technology

By Roger Caffin on September 07 in Gear » State of the Market Reports
We survey lightweight internal frame packs with a maximum weight of 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) and a volume generally in the range 50 L to 75 L.

M Peace Pilgrim: Minimalist Trekker for World Peace

By Jeremy Pendrey on September 07 in People » Historical & Documentary
Mildred Norman Ryder intentionally transformed herself from a middle class homemaker to a virtually penniless promoter of peace. She called herself "Peace Pilgrim," and for almost thirty years she wandered North America on foot on a pilgrimage, carrying her only possessions in her pockets.

The Beautiful Cup

By Mike Clelland! on September 07 in Techniques » Techniques & Best Practices
Techniques and gear for the lightweight backcountry coffee connoisseur, because under no circumstances should you let a non-coffee drinker brew your bliss.

M Lightweight Internal Frame Packs: a State of the Market Report - Part 1A: Testing Overview and List of Packs Tested

By Roger Caffin on August 31 in Gear » State of the Market Reports
We survey light-weight internal frame packs with a maximum weight of 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) and a volume generally in the range 50 L to 75 L.

M Montane Anti-Freeze Jacket Review

By Will Rietveld on August 31 in Gear » Reviews
A lightweight three-plus season down insulated jacket that excels in blustery conditions.

Hand Sanitizers: My Journey Towards Discovering Best Practices for Wilderness Hygiene

By Ryan Jordan on August 31 in Techniques » Techniques & Best Practices
Facilitating the transportation of fecal hitchhikers from your exhaust pipe orifice to your fuel filler neck orifice is one of the biggest backcountry threats. Stop these illegal immigrants en route, because we all know you can't close the border!

M MYOG: Silnylon Floorless 2-Person Tent

By Jerry Adams on August 24 in Techniques » Make Your Own Gear
A roomy floorless tent that sleeps two easily and four in a pinch, this 22-ounce beauty will be the pride of your pack!

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