Clothing

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

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

Minimalist, ultralight Merino wool hoody.

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

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

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

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

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

Ultralight merino for next to skin wear.

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

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

Trim-fitting ultralight three-season down jacket with a great shell and basic feature set, but its numerous horizontal seams allow down fragments to leak out. Read More...

After five glorious days of all the sweet new stuff retailers can offer, we're home and recovering from the high. Our last blog blizzard of some standouts. Read More...

This light fleece top is designed as a light winter pullover for snow conditions. It is very simple and styled as an anorak, rather than opening right down the front. Read More...

Instructions for designing and making a silk and down baffled vest (all natural fibers) plus some of the challenges the author met along the way. Read More...

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2008. Read More...

Cold & wet: really only good when it describes your dog's nose. But you can still be comfy in these conditions with the right (lightweight) gear. Read More...

Tough, comfortable merino wool shorts that dry quickly and minimize odor.

Don Wilson explores the new Patagonia Traverse Softshell clothing, with input from Ryan Jordan. Read More...

This silnylon mountain poncho covers both you and your pack against some of the worst weather, allows ease of movement on mixed terrain, and isn't prone to condensation. Read More...

Mike Martin and Will Rietveld have the highlights on new apparel from ORSM08. Read More...

This full-featured synthetic insulated pant really fits well, and it’s a great value – if you want or need the features. Read More...

Great fitting, lightweight, exceptionally versatile eVENT pant. Read More...

Ultralight merino for next to skin wear.

Ultralight merino for next to skin wear, in sizes from XXS to XXL!

Ultralight merino for next to skin wear - a freakishly ultralight beanie cap - half an ounce! Perfect for hiking in cold weather.

The Backpacking Light Outdoor Retailer Team outfits an entire lightweight pack for a long winter weekend using only gear found at the show. Join us throughout the trip for updates as we add gear to our hyper-linked Outdoor Retailer Virtual Pack. Read More...

Virtual Pack: Outdoor Research Endeavor Mitts Read More...

Virtual Pack: Golite Hooded Inferno Jacket Read More...

In "Notes from the Field - Bushwhacking Shell" I discussed commercial shirts and a shell top I make for myself and my wife. Instructions for making my design are given here. Read More...

In ‘Notes from the Field - Bushwhacking Gear - Trousers’ I discussed commercial trousers and some I make for myself and my wife. Instructions for making my design are given here. Read More...

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2007 Read More...

Features and design for a shell jacket that can handle tough bushwhacking Read More...

BPL's resident brush-buster describes pants that work in tough conditions without falling apart. Read More...

Ultralighters love replacing old gear with new. But what gets lost when you get new hiking buddies to go with your new kit? Read More...

Seamless underwear for men and women from Ibex. Read More...

Lightweight, tough gaiters that are suitable for bushwhacking and easy to make. Read More...

Thorns, scrub and sandstone can rip ultralight clothing to shreds. What materials and construction techniques hold up to serious bushwhacking? Read More...

Trends and highlights in lightweight apparel from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006. Read More...