When it comes to ultralight hiking, no other gear has the potential to reduce your kit’s weight as much as a backpacking tarp shelter. These stur … read more

I just got home from my first ever backcountry hammock camping trip, having never slept in a hammock before, and I’m stoked to report that it was a hu … read more

When it comes to the age old, backcountry gear rivalry of down vs. synthetic insulation for sleeping bags and quilts, there is a clear winner: down. B … read more

Looking to carry less weight in your pack? Then it’s time to upgrade to a down backpacking quilt! The bottom line is that, compared to sleeping bags, … read more

Lost in the mountains and sandwiched for warmth between three friends in a two-person tent, Jaeger thought to himself, “I need better gear.” His tent … read more