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BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURES

REFLECTIONS ON BACKCOUNTRY SKIING FROM CODY TOWNSEND AND IAN PROVO

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THE SHAKEDOWN – 05: SLEEPING PADS + PILLOWS
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THE SHAKEDOWN – 05: SLEEPING PADS + PILLOWS

THE ONLY THINGS BETWEEN YOU AND THE COLD, HARD GROUND  If you’re the type of person that can fall asleep anywhere, or you have a propensity to push yourself in your chosen pursuits until you can ...
THE SHAKEDOWN – 04: ULTRALIGHT SHELTERS + TENTS
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THE SHAKEDOWN – 04: ULTRALIGHT SHELTERS + TENTS

TAKE YOUR SHELTER AND GO HOME. From pyramids to tarps to as-of-yet-unnamed geographic shapes, there are plenty of options and degrees by which you can protect yourself from the elements. At their...
THE SHAKEDOWN – 03: STUFF SACKS + PODS
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THE SHAKEDOWN – 03: STUFF SACKS + PODS

KEEPING MOISTURE AT BAY WHEN YOU STRUT YOUR STUFF We talk a lot around here about efficiency, but to clarify, it’s not solely about robotic, austere speed. More than anything it’s about knowing t...
THE SHAKEDOWN – 02: SLEEPING BAGS + QUILTS
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THE SHAKEDOWN – 02: SLEEPING BAGS + QUILTS

A GOOD NIGHT’S REST IS AS IMPORTANT AS ANY OTHER PIECE OF BACKPACKING GEAR. A high-quality ultralight sleeping bag or quilt will be built with 800-950 fill down. Some are constructed using water-...
THE SHAKEDOWN – 01: ULTRALIGHT BACKPACK
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THE SHAKEDOWN – 01: ULTRALIGHT BACKPACK

SOME STATEMENTS ABOUT GEAR THAT CARRY SOME WEIGHT. Whether you’re a backpacker, thru hiker, backcountry packrafter, bikepacker, climber, or world traveler, the one thing everyone could all give t...
INTRODUCTION: OUR CASE FOR ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING
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INTRODUCTION: OUR CASE FOR ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING

IT'S SIMPLE PHYSICS. Making an effort to put together an ultralight backpacking kit will reap you immeasurable rewards. You’ll be able to travel more efficiently in greater comfort with less fati...
Raise the Roof – The Incomparable Qualities of the Ultamid (and Tips and Tricks for Set Up and Care)
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Raise the Roof – The Incomparable Qualities of the Ultamid (and Tips and Tricks for Set Up and Care)

Hopefully, when one thinks of “home,” they’re quick to jump to their own combinations of security, comfort, sentimentality, and pride. Imagine if you could take that thing called home and change th...
Tips from a Triple Crowner: Pack Like A Pro
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Tips from a Triple Crowner: Pack Like A Pro

Words by Annie MacWilliams // Photos by Brian Threlkeld One of the biggest differences between mainstream brand backpacks and ultralight backpacks is the amount of bells and whistles. Removable bra...
Ultralight Gear List for Thru Hiking and Backpacking
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Ultralight Gear List for Backpacking and Thru Hiking

Mike St. Pierre is the founder and CEO of Hyperlite Mountain Gear. His passion for the outdoors and specifically for the ultralight approach to the outdoors drove him to found HMG and now drives HM...
Pack Discipline Starts Here: Stuff Sacks + Pods
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Pack Discipline Starts Here: Stuff Sacks + Pods

No Matter Where You Are. Every Piece of Gear Matters. A perfected ultralight set up results in more time to enjoy the experiences of your endeavor. Our Dyneema® Composite Fabrics (formerly Cuben Fi...
Off-Season Gear Care + Storage
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Off-Season Gear Care + Storage

Cabins, barns, attics, garages or closets all work for storing your outdoor gear. Taking care of and storing our outdoor gear is an art we’re still trying to master. After all, outdoor gear is an i...
Backpacking Breakfast Recipes For Your Most Important Meal
Backpacking Recipes

Backpacking Breakfast Recipes For Your Most Important Meal

By Matt Jenkins Your daily food intake should include a mix of complex carbohydrates, simple carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Breakfasts are no exception. Breakfast is commonly believed to be the...

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