Below we cover all the gear you need for your backpacking adventures, including detailed round-ups, reviews, and... Best Backpacking Tents of 2024 In choosing the right backpacking tent, you have a wide range of options from minimalist ultralight shelters to inexpensive and heavier entry-level...
It’s also logical to not splash all your travel savings on the most expensive backpacking gear when you don’t know if you’ll need it. Like my old sleeping bag choice, you may realise that to go the no-frills route was a terrible mistake. Or, like my deceased tent, you may realis...
The versatility of a closed-cell foam pad like the Switchback belies its categorization on REI.com. Our testers used the Switchback as an ultralight backpacking pad, a durable car-camping pad and a sit pad (you can't puncture a foam pad). They layered it on another mattress to double the...
Winter backpacking and mountaineering are great sports. But the cost of winter gear is very expensive, upward of $2000 or more. In my experience, it’s best to acquire winter backpacking gear over a period of 2-3 years, so you can spread out the capital expenditure required while ...
Whilst this may not seem like a big deal as a one-off, just imagine how much you can save across a whole backpacking trip.Psst, it’s a lot! Money money money… must be funny… Photo:@amandaadraper For example, I’m currentlybackpacking the Philippinesand here you need to fly EVERYWH...
The following budget is based on estimated costs for an average weeklong backpacking trip in the US. We assumed the budgeter will have most of the gear they need, but may need to upgrade a few key items. Gear A gear shop can be a dangerous place for a hiker’s wallet.(Photo: EXTREME...
They're a bestseller and a flagship item for legendary budget gear brand Columbia, come in loads of great colors and offer decent grip and support for hiking and backpacking. On the dry gravel trails of the Rocky Mountain foothills, they performed beautifully during my month of testing. $90 ...
Amummyis wider in the shoulders before tapering at the knees and footbox. This eliminates extra space inside the sleeping bag, making it easier to create and maintain warmth. It also cuts down on materials and weight, which makes this style popular in the backpacking and ultralight communities...
This model also has an ultralight and flexible internal frame made out of crossed aluminum stays that adapt to your body’s shape and movement, making it super comfortable for its capacity. It is hydration system compatible and weighs only 4 pounds and 3 ounces. This could be the best light...