Backpacking Light

Full-featured insulating top with hood, zip, and thumb loops.

An absolute necessity for preparing skin for taping. A perfect complement to Leukotape P for blister prevention and maintenance.

The PRO 90 Quilt, arc-shaped summer quilt for wetter climates or over-quilt for winter conditions.

WT2-LDB provides comprehensive and intermediate-to-advanced instruction in lightweight philosophy, techniques, and gear, tailored specifically for long expeditions, thru-hiking, and long distance travel (14 days).

WT2-WBP provides comprehensive instruction in lightweight philosophy, techniques, and gear for mid-winter mountain backpacking and cold weather camping (7 days).

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Tiny zip closure bags are durable for repeated use and perfect for stowage of small items you need to protect from dirt and water.

Light, stiff and strong - these single piece, carbon fiber trekking poles come with new features, improved design, and a lower price in 2009.

The Backpacking Light UL 180 Quilt is specifically designed to handle cold and wet conditions such as those encountered during the Arctic 1000.

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

The Cocoon PRO 90 Balaclava, a 90g/sq. m Polarguard Delta and Pertex Quantum Ripstop balaclava in a lightweight package

A color-coded two-pack of 0.25-oz fluid capacity mini-dropper bottles intended for use with Aquamira water treatment...

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Introducing the Thorofare Collection from Backpacking Light. Ultralight trekking apparel designed to be lightweight, durable and stylish

Let your friends and family pick out what they want when you give them a Backpacking Light gift card.

WS1-LWB provides an introduction to lightweight backpacking philosophy, techniques, and gear (3 days).

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Tiny leakproof jars with a 0.25-oz fluid capacity for balms, salves, and lotions.

The Cocoon UL 60 Hoody, a Pertex Quantum and Polarguard Delta hooded pullover providing the best warmth-to-weight ratio available.

Pass the rainy days in the backcountry without sacrificing the weight of a full deck of cards.

The smallest and lightest dropper bottle in the world, perfect for highly concentrated solutions such as Dr. Bronner's Soap, 100% DEET, and Dave's Insanity Sauce.

One third of an ounce, elastic crown, and generous volume - the lightest functional mosquito headnet available.

A simple, waterproof pack liner that won't break the bank

Durable and water-tight food bags sized just right for solo meals. OK for boiling water.

WS1-WBC provides an introduction to lightweight philosophy, techniques, and gear for mid-winter ski/snowshoe trekking and camping (3 days).

WT1-SBP provides comprehensive instruction in lightweight philosophy, techniques, and gear (7 days).

Minimalist, ultralight Merino wool hoody.

This 0.66 oz. micro weave noseeum headnet features superior protection against biting insects as well as improved ventilation.

Ultralight merino for next to skin wear.

The smallest and lightest family of dropper bottles in the world, perfect for highly concentrated solutions such as Dr. Bronner's Soap, 100% DEET, and Dave's Insanity Sauce.

An ultralight, ultra-compact UTM mapping tool that combines both a grid and a scale in a single unit.

0.25 ounce (fluid capacity) vials for storage of liquids, powders, soaps, etc.

The UL 60 Quilt, a minimalist warm weather sleep system for the dedicated ultralighter.

10 ounce inflatable sleeping pad with durable cover and warm, comfortable insulation - torso sized!

Introducing the Thorofare Collection from Backpacking Light. Ultralight trekking apparel designed to be lightweight, durable and stylish.

Tiny trail dice with a laughably negligible weight.

WT2-LDP provides comprehensive and intermediate-to-advanced instruction in lightweight philosophy, techniques, and gear, tailored specifically for long distance packrafting traverses in mountainous terrain (14 days).

0.25-oz capacity pill-type cases for storage of tiny items.

The Cocoon UL 60 Pant outlofts all synthetic long underwear, provides superior warmth and often weighs less.

A truly ultralight winter mitt - insulated vapor barrier technology combined with ultralight materials.

The Cocoon UL 60 Vest, minimal core insulation of Polarguard Delta for the attuned ultralighter.

The Cocoon PRO 60 Side Zip Pant is waterproof/breathable and excellent for high altitude belays, backcountry pursuits and treks in cold weather.

Backpacking Light's theme song, "Look for Me in the Mountains" in mp3 format.

The Cocoon UL 60 Balaclava provides key warmth for the head and its elastic cinch system will keep it snug and in place.

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

Tiny, clear, leakproof jars with a 0.25-oz fluid capacity for balms, salves, and lotions.

Ultralight, digital versions of your favorite copies of Backpacking Light Magazine.

The Cocoon PRO 60 Parka, a waterproof, breathable jacket suited for belays, backcountry skiing and stormy treks.