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I've spent years compiling my ideal lightweight backpacking gear setup, & I've made a list to share with you. Read on & take a peek inside my 12-pound pack.

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I've spent years compiling my ideal lightweight backpacking gear setup, & I've made a list to share with you. Read on & take a peek inside my 12-pound pack.

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Some of the best moments in my life happened when I had the very least. Whenever I stress about money or work, I remind myself of that. When I was spending a majority of each year backpacking, hitchhiking, or cycling, people would ask me if I was a self-made millionaire or a trust-fund baby. I’d laugh it off and assure them that living like a hobo was dirt cheap. I used to have a motto back then: “A dollar saved is a mile hiked.” I’d see something I wanted to buy and think, "is it worth 200…

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Backpacking can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging if you're not prepared. That's why we've put together a list of backpacking hacks that will make your trip go a lot more smoothly. From tips on how to pack efficiently, to ways to stay safe and comfortable in the backcountry, we've got you covered. So read on for some essential backpacking wisdom!

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Gear list and reviews of our ultralight 19 lb 8 oz two person backpacking set up! #backpacking #ultralightgear #outdoorgear #howtobackpack

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Backpacking gear is expensive. It’s no secret that more expensive gear usually means lower weight, higher quality, and a better warranty, but we’ve found some pretty competitive alternatives to the pricier gear. We compiled this list of our favorite tips for backpacking on a budget, many of which don’t require any spending at all.

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Hey gear heads! Yep, here’s another post about pack weight and gear. If you read my introduction post, then you know I got my first taste of backpacking in 2012 to 2013. This whole concept of “ultralight” was non-existent to me, and I roughly remember my pack tipped the scale at 45+ pounds (barf). Now I know that there’s some die hard “ultraheavy’s” out there doing their thing. I see you! I’ve seen people haul massive packs with every trinket, ...

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Ultralight doesn’t necessarily mean ultra-expensive. In fact, in many cases the most ultralight option (cutting unnecessary items out) is completely free. A few of...

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two sleeping bags with the words how to make a diy ultralight sleeping bag

Backpacking gear shouldn’t cost you a fortune. With a sewing machine and a few blankets you can make your own DIY Ultralight Sleeping bag that is good for temps as low as 40 degrees. Outdoors | Camping | Tutorial

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We tested the best backpacking pillows on the market today according to price, weight, comfort, and packability. Read on to see how they performed, which is best for you, and get some valuable buying advice.

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