Part 2 of 3 sleeping under the stars is a bit overrated for me. seems the bugs attack, the critters find you, the wind blows away your body heat, frost and condensation soak your bag, then the rain falls, and no matter what your gear gets filthy. a minimalist tent tarp, bivy, or floor...
Finding out your torso length is half the battle. backpacker's gear editor kristin hostetter explains all the strategies to you need to find a good fitting backpack from how to simulate a fully loaded pack, to what to look for in hip belts and shoulder straps. learn how to find your perfect pack at...
Water bottles, sleeping bags and tents are backpacking equipment should be in outside pockets. learn to pack backpacking equipment with expert tips in this free backpacking video. expert megan rouch bio megan rouch enjoys off road unicycling. she has been riding unicycles for eight years. filmmake...
Part 5 of 8 a detailed review and philosophy about one of nutnfancys backpacking systems. this system sides with the firepower side of my mobility vs firepower thesis ie that which will provide high capabilities for the given weight and bulk. the gear shown and discussed is designed...
When using a sleeping bag, stay warm by zipping it up all the way, laying on an insulated pad and wearing long underwear. stay warm in a sleeping bag with tips on insulation and clothing choices from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. expert richard fields bio richard fi...
The backpacking light wilderness trekking school teaches lightweight camping, hiking, backpacking, trekking, packrafting, long distance hiking, thru hiking, winter camping, and other wilderness travel skills. we take great pride in offering high quality education and hands on instruction in advanced...
The first thing a backpacker needs for a day hike is a small, comfortable backpack. pack a backpack for emergency and comfort when going on a day hike with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. expert richard fields bio richard fields has been an avid backpacker a...
Part 4 of 8 a detailed review and philosophy about one of nutnfancys backpacking systems. this system sides with the firepower side of my mobility vs firepower thesis ie that which will provide high capabilities for the given weight and bulk. the gear shown and discussed is designed...
Backpacker magazine shows you how to build a plastic footprint for your tent a skill taken from the jan feb 2007 issue. associate editor jason stevenson explains the nine steps to create a footprint, including how to cut webbing and punch grommets. learn more skills at backpacker.com.
Part 3 of 8 a detailed review and philosophy about one of nutnfancys backpacking systems. this system sides with the firepower side of my mobility vs firepower thesis ie that which will provide high capabilities for the given weight and bulk. the gear shown and discussed is designed...
Hi everyone, here is my backpacking gear i use. it's not completely ultralight but it's still under 17lbs. what do you use? and more importantly, why? thanks for checking it out