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ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Komperdell Touring Glove Spotlite Review
by Will Rietveld and Janet Reichl
Gloves made with Komperdell's new seamless bonding construction get a mixed review. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Granite Gear Vapor Day Pack Review
by Will Rietveld
Lightweight, full-featured, very comfortable internal frame day pack. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Arc'Teryx Squamish WindShell Review
by Don Wilson
A full-featured, high quality windshell Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only GoLite Ultra Quilt Review
by Steve Nelson
High-quality, 800-fill down quilt with Pertex Endurance “Arid Zone” patches at head and foot is a solid value. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Icebreaker Cross Cami SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
Women's merino wool top with built in support. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only I/O Biocompatibles Contact Long Sleeve Crew SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
A new company provides another choice in technical wool clothing. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2008 LuxuryLite Big Survival Stik Walking Staff REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
This is a modern version of the traditional hardwood walking staff. Made of carbon fiber, it is much stronger and more robust than even the stiffest of trekking poles. It has an adjustable hand strap, breaks down into sections, and can even be converted into a “trail defense system". Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Golite Pinnacle Backpack REVIEW
by Doug and Amy Johnson
The Golite Pinnacle is a replacement for the popular Gust pack and is the larger version of the popular Golite Jam2 backpack. It offers many upgrades over the Gust, but how do they affect the pack’s performance? Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Ibex Balance Seamless Sport Bra SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
Finally, the magic of wool is available in a bra. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Gear Lists
Members Only Post-Trip Assessment of Lightweight Gear for Long Distance Hiking
by Roger Caffin
The gear list we took to France for 3 months is evaluated after our return Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only A Custom Backpack – Designed by You
by Will Rietveld
I worked with R2 Packs to design and build my dream pack, and report on my experience. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2007 Hennessy Hyperlight Backpacker A-Sym Hammock REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
The Hennessy Hyperlight Backpacker A-Sym hammock is a refined backpacking hammock that incorporates full rain and bug protection, and has a convenient entry/exit system. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Hennessy Hammocks Supershelter SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
A lightweight system for using a Hennessy Hammock in the shoulder and winter seasons. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Garmin eTrex Vista HCx GPS REVIEW
by Alan Dixon
With the addition of a new ‘H’ high sensitivity receiver, the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx GPS sets a new benchmark for GPS performance in difficult reception areas Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only MSR MIOX Purifier REVIEW
by Roger Caffin, with contributions from Backpacking Light staff members Doug Johnson, Mike Martin and Will Rietveld
A small electronic device for purifying water with a mixed oxidizer based on electrolyzing salt. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Gossamer Gear Miniposa Backpack REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Removable carbon fiber stays make it the lightest and most versatile internal frame backpack in its size class, but curved stays would markedly improve its fit and comfort. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Coleman Powermax Fuel Adapter Spotlite Review
by Roger Caffin
An adapter to allow you to use your Coleman Xtreme stove in winter with screw-thread canisters rather than the hard-to-find Powermax canisters. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Rite in the Rain Weatherjet Paper SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Roger Caffin
A waterproof paper you can use in your ink-jet printer to copy maps for field use. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Helix Potty Trowel REVIEW
by Roger Caffin, with forum contributions from members Brian King and Peter Lewis
A very light carbon fibre and aluminium alloy ‘potty trowel’ (which works quite well as such) which also functions very well as an ultra-light ice axe. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
AntiGravityGear TarpTent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
With over 38 square feet of floor area, this single person tent has the highest area to weight ratio in its class (single wall shelter with floor), but it has a few flaws. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Six Moon Designs Wild Oasis Tent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Lightest bug-proof one-person shelter on the market. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
2007 Alpkit Carbonlite Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Ken Knight
These three section carbon fiber trekking poles are sturdy and stiff and are light in your hands AND on your budget. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Six Moon Designs 2007 Comet Backpack REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
A durable and versatile “convertible backpack” with removable stays that allow it to be used either frameless or as an ultralight internal frame backpack. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
2007 Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier REVIEW
by Marty Coatney
A lightweight internal frame child carrier that compacts for use as a day pack. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2007 Jacks 'R' Better “Down to Earth” Pad Converter REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
The Jacks ‘R’ Better Down to Earth Pad Converter converts any JRB quilt, including the No Sniveller, into a top bag system. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
2007 Feathered Friends Grouse Sleeping Bag SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Doug and Amy Johnson
A women-specific bag that’s properly sized for a women’s body and uses an ultralight Schoeller NanoSphere shell. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
REI Cruise UL 60 Backpack REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
A well designed and capable lightweight internal frame backpack from REI with a great feature set, and it’s an excellent value! Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Gossamer Gear Mariposa Plus Backpack REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Removable carbon fiber stays make it one of the lightest and most versatile internal frame backpacks on the market. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Indigenous Designs Terra Sport SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Don Wilson
A performance sweater made from all natural fabrics Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Tent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Score another winner for SMD – the Lunar Duo is a well-designed, roomy, lightweight, well-ventilated single-wall tent for two people. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Black Diamond Guiding Light Tent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Extremely versatile and lightweight four-season, four-person, single-wall, free-standing, breathable fabric tent. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2007 Jacks ‘R’ Better Nest Down Under Quilt REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
A lightweight down hammock under-quilt designed for a Hennessy hammock that still allows for easy bottom entry. It can also be used as a top quilt or as a top bag. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
2007 Sherpani Rumba Superlight Child Carrier REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
Ultralight by child carrier standards, the Sherpani Rumba Superlight child carrier offers advanced features and a comfortable ride. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2007 Jacks ‘R’ Better Old Rag Mtn Down Quilt REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
A cold weather quilt that can be used in a cold weather hammock system, as a quilt for ground sleeping, or as a winter overbag. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only 2007 Black Diamond Enduro CF Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Matt Eckhart
These poles use a mix of aluminum and carbon shafts with unique FlickLock adjustments and are solid performers for four season use. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Kahtoola FLIGHTsystem REVIEW
by Steve Nelson and Will Rietveld
Innovative snow travel system consisting of an overboot with cleats that click into a snowshoe deck. The design eliminates the snowshoe binding and allows the use of the overboots separately, which allows wearers to use lightweight trail running shoes inside, but there are a few significant drawbacks we discovered from our field testing. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Crazy Creek Backpacker Lite AIR Chair SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
For lightweight backpackers who crave the luxury of a chair (10 oz) plus a REALLY COMFORTABLE torso sleep pad (11 oz) - this is worth a look. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only AntiGravityGear TreeLine SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
One-ounce bear hang using flat weave Spectra cord that easily glides over a tree limb. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Keen Shellrock WP Trail Shoe SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
With its eVENT softshell upper, the Shellrock seems like it should be the perfect lightweight trail shoe for wet conditions, but my field testing revealed very mixed results. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Lafuma Pro 650 Down Sleeping Bag REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Priced at only $189 for a 25 °F rated ultralight down sleeping bag, it’s a very nice bag in all respects, except for one major issue. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Ultralight Outfitters Lightning Access Backpack REVIEW
by Tanya Warnecke
Innovative frameless backpack with seven individual compartments you can reach without taking the pack off. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
2007 Birdiepal Umbrellas SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
For those that love umbrellas, Birdiepal brollies are the lightest available- and they are durable enough to survive the backcountry. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only Lightweight Backpacking Gear for Kids
by Jay Ham
A review of commercially-available, lightweight gear suited for - if not made for - backpacking with kids. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear SpotLite Reviews
Members Only 2007 Jacks 'R' Better SilNyl Tarp SPOTLITE REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
A tarp that is larger than a stock hammock tarp and extends coverage for wet, cold, and snowy conditions. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Kestrel 4000 Pocket Weather Tracker REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
The Kestrel provides the technically-minded backpacker much more useful information than a multi-function watch, and is easier to use. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Coleman Xtreme Stove REVIEW
by Roger Caffin
One of the few canisters stoves truly designed for winter use, the Xtreme features an innovative liquid feed system. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only GoLite VO24 Backpack REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Lightweight 1600 cubic inch multi-purpose frameless day pack. Score another winner for GoLite! Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Sierra Designs Flash Sleeping Bag REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Packed with 30 ounces of 800-fill down and other heat-retaining features, this lightweight bag earns its 0 °F rating but its snug fit and curved half zipper are its nemesis. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Staff Picks
Members Only Ultralight Knives and Other Sharp Things
by Mike Clelland!
Find out what BPL staffers carry to cut, slice, chop, and snip. Read More...
ARTICLES Gear Reviews
Members Only Sierra Designs Assailant Tent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
This four-season, one-person, single-wall tent is made of a fabric claimed to be more breathable than eVENT. Read More...

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