pack liners (likeSea to Summit’s Ultra-Sil Pack Liners) are a good option that I sometimes use. They come in a variety of sizes, weigh next to nothing, and it’s nice to not have to worry about individually bagging each water-sensitive item. The downside?
The ole Nalgene does it again. Instead offilling your trusty vessel with hot waterto tuck between your knees, freeze it ahead of your trip this time. When it’s time to sleep, perch it under your neck to reduce your core temperature. This trick is better for single nighters than multi-...
It’s 2024. The “take only pictures, leave only footprints” backpacker mantra is no longer enough. Pack a reusable water bottle (with an in-built filter if necessary) like the stainless steelLifeStraw Go. Wherever possible, look for packaging-free or refillable toiletries, rather than opting...
Previous Article How to Plan a Backpacking Trip Packed efficiently, a backpack can swallow an amazing array of gear. But what goes where? There's no one right way to pack. Lay out all your gear at home and try out different loading routines until you've found what works best for you....
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Related Read:Backpacking Essentials You Probably Won’t Have Thought Of Table of Contents 1. What Kind Of Pack Do You Need? The first thing you need to figure out is whether or not you will be carrying any heavy items in addition to your day-to-day essentials on this trip. If you pla...
Step 3: Organize all of the chosen items so that they are ready to go into your pack Get all of your gear into its lightest, most compact, organized form. For some backpacking-specific gear, this is obvious: roll and compress your sleeping bag and sleeping pad, break down your tent...
A woman who went backpacking for 11 months explains how to pack lightTalia Lakritz
From a girl who has done it all, from one-day to 14-day treks, these are my bestbackpacking tipsfor beginners. This includes what gear to pack and how to prep! Table of Contents What to Wear Hiking in theDolomites, Italy First things first: it’s important to wear the right clothes...
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