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Members Only GoLite Footwear Competition and Fire Reviews
by Darin Banner
GoLite Footwear has developed a unique underfoot suspension system that largely accomplishes their intentions. The shoes are comfortable, but there are durability concerns for the soles. Read More...
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Members Only Tarptent Sublite Tent Review
by Will Rietveld
Tarptent's newest, lightest solo tent is innovative and available in breathable Tyvek and traditional silnylon versions. At 18.5 ounces, the Tyvek Sublite is the lightest breathable fabric tent available. Read More...
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Members Only AntiGravityGear O2 Tent Review
by Will Rietveld
This new single wall tent provides convenience and ventilation, plus loads of room for one person and gear and can accommodate two people when needed. Read More...
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Patagonia Traverse Softshell Review
by Don Wilson
Don Wilson explores the new Patagonia Traverse Softshell clothing, with input from Ryan Jordan. Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell Nature Stick Carbon Trekking Poles Review
by Doug Johnson
With a natural bamboo overlay and a leather grip and strap, these poles have a beautiful and classic look. Underneath the bamboo is a modern tapered carbon fiber trekking pole that is both lightweight and very stiff. Read More...
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Members Only Six Moon Designs Refuge/Refuge X Tent Review
by Doug Johnson
At 25.2 ounces for the Refuge and 15.8 ounces for the "world's lightest two-man" Refuge X, Six Moon Designs now has two of the lightest floored single-wall shelters on the market (and the only floored tent made of Cuben Fiber). Were the design compromises and added expense worth the weight savings? Read More...
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Gossamer Gear Lightrek 3 Trekking Pole Review
by Doug Johnson
With all-new, tapered and oversized carbon fiber shafts, the Gossamer Gear Lightrek 3 is significantly stiffer than previous models. As reigning “lightest trekking pole” champ, how does this affect the pole’s overall weight? Read More...
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Six Moon Designs Serenity Net Tent Review
by Carol Crooker
A seven-ounce mosquito-free haven which, when mated with the Gatewood Cape, becomes the inner half of an eighteen-ounce double walled tent system. Read More...
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Members Only Garmin Colorado 400t Handheld Color Mapping GPS - REVIEW
by Alan Dixon and Steve Nelson
Garmin's latest mapping GPS has a large, high-resolution display, streamlined controls (including the new "Rock 'n Roller" input wheel), and topographic maps for the entire United States at 1:100K scale. In many ways, it represents an advance in handheld GPS for the general consumer...but it appears to have missed the mark for lightweight backpacking. Read More...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Black Diamond Mega Light and Mega Bug Pyramid Tent REVIEW
by Jay Ham
The Mega Light is a solid, well designed pyramid tent, but the weight-conscious should leave the bug liner behind. Read More...
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Members Only Adapt Gear Bison Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
This fixed-length carbon fiber trekking pole is not as elegant or lightweight as our top choice Gossamer Gear Lightrek pole, but it’s a strong performer and is the value champ at only $72/pair. Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell Featherlight Carbon Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
Stiff, light, reasonably priced fixed-length pole with contoured grip and wrist strap. Read More...
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Members Only Tarptent Double Rainbow Tent REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Introduces some major advancements in single wall tent design and provides user friendliness not seen before in a single wall tent, but there are a few details that could be refined. Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell C3 Airshock Men Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Don Wilson
While the Komperdell C3 Airshock poles are not the lightest trekking poles around, they pack adjustability, grips with comfortable straps, and an antishock system into a very lightweight pole. Read More...
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Members Only Titanium Goat Take Down Goat Pole REVIEW
by Don Wilson
Strong, light, fixed-length carbon fiber poles with one useful extra feature - the ability to break the poles down into two sections for easy transport. Read More...
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Members Only Leki Carbon Ergometric Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Rick Dreher
The first carbon trekking pole from Leki - top quality and very expensive. Read More...
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Members Only Alpkit Carbonlite Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
Stiff, lightweight, and reasonably priced, the Alpkit Carbonlite poles are the carbon trekking pole value leaders. How did they stand up to months of abuse? Read More...
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Members Only Gossamer Gear Lightrek ‘06 Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
The lightest poles on the market, now with stiffer shafts and more contoured grips. Are the shafts stiff and durable enough for serious trail usage? Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell C2 Carbon Tour Duolock Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Matt Eckhart
Two-section carbon poles that are very light weight, adjust for different size users, and perform great in the backcountry. Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell C3 Duolock Women Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Ken Knight
Three-section carbon fiber trekking poles that combine sturdy construction, rigidity, and vibration absorption in a very light and compact package. This “Women’s” pole is sized for most hikers, regardless of gender. Read More...
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Members Only Life-Link AT Superlight Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Super stiff, super strong, these are bomber fixed-length mountaineering and bushwhacking poles! Read More...
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Members Only Pacerpole 2-Section Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Marty Coatney
Unique molded grips add extreme comfort and power to these heavier two-section aluminum/carbon fiber hybrids. But are they worth the weight? Read More...
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Members Only Titanium Goat, Goat Poles Trekking Pole REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
The Goat Poles rock for simplicity, stiffness, and light weight - but there are a few flaws that need attention. Read More...
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EMS Women's Ridge Lite Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Marty Coatney
Product performance review of the EMS Women's Ridge Lite Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Komperdell Carbon Duolock/REI Peak UL Trekking Poles INITIAL REVIEW
by Alan Dixon
Product performance review of the Komperdell Carbon Duolock/REI Peak UL Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Leki Ultralite Ti COR-TEC Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Carol Crooker
Product performance review of the Leki Ultralite Ti COR-TEC Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Life-Link Guide Ultra Light Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Alan Dixon
Product performance review of the Life-Link Guide Ultra Light Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
Product performance review of the MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Pacerpoles Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Ken Knight
Product performance review of the Pacerpoles Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Exped Trekker Ergo Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Will Rietveld
Product performance review of the Exped Trekker Ergo Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Exped Trekker Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Jay Ham
Product performance review of the Exped Trekker Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Exped Alpinist Carbon Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
Product performance review of the Exped Alpinist Carbon Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Gossamer Gear Lightrek Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Doug and Amy Johnson
Product performance review of the Gossamer Gear Lightrek Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Leki Ultralite Ti Air Ergo REVIEW
by Doug and Amy Johnson
Product performance review of the Leki Ultralite Ti Air Ergo, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Masters X-Light Trekking Poles REVIEW
by Don Wilson
Product performance review of the Masters X-Light Trekking Poles, lightweight poles for backpacking. Read More...
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Members Only Garmin Foretrex 101 GPS REVIEW
by Blake Morstad
Comprehensive review of the Garmin Foretex 101 GPS Review. Read More...
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Members Only Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo Tent REVIEW
by Ryan Jordan
Performance review of a unique solo tent that offers weather protection, vestibule space, and ventilation for 24 ounces. Read More...
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Members Only MSR Twin Peaks Shelter REVIEW
by Kevin Grove
Comprehensive review of the MSR Twin Peaks Shelter, a single wall floorless tarp shelter that uses two trekking poles for setup. Read More...
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GoLite Trig 2 Shelter REVIEW
by Doug Johnson
The GoLite Trig 2 Shelter is a single wall pup tent on steroids - it offers more ventilation options and a two-trekking pole pitch. Read More...
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Members Only Six Moon Designs Europa 2 Review
by Doug Johnson
Single wall tent from cottage manufacturer, one rear hope pole, one trekking pole for setup. 2 lbs. Read More...
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Members Only MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Poles
by the Product Review Staff
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