This guide highlights the four best lightweight double sleeping pads for backpacking, and compares them to strapping two singles together.
Our criteria for the best backpacking knife is as follows: (1) high quality 2.5-3″ blade, (2) useful for food prep, (3) weighs less than 3 oz.
A winter sleeping pad for backpacking should have an extremely high R-Value to weight ratio. The warmest and most lightweight mat is best.
We have identified the best backpack for bear canister storage. This comfy, lightweight pack can easily fit a horizontal bear can inside.
Learn how to choose the best Zpacks Tent for you needs. We dive deep into specs, features, and materials to help inform your decision.
Here are the best inexpensive 2 Person Tents (some in the $100-$150 range) that are light enough for backpacking, while being comfortable enough for more luxurious car camping outings.
We will help you choose the most effective hiking water bottle for your ultralight backpacking needs. Hard and soft-sided options.
The combination of two .6L BeFree’s and one 1.5L Smartwater is the most efficient water filtration and storage system for backpacking.
Smartphones like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy outperform a conventional GPS in almost every way. This post has all the information you need to use your smartphone as the best backpacking GPS, including getting up to 7+ days of battery life without recharging. Best of all, you can do this for less than $20!
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