Millet Prolight 27
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Millet Prolight 35
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Millet Prolight 45
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Millet Peuterey 28 Limited
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Millet Peuterey 30 LD Limited
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Millet Peuterey 35 Limited
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Millet Peuterey 40
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Gear Review: Nemo Asashi Tent
This tent stands up to rough conditions, assembles in minutes, and has room for the whole family.
Millet Peuterey 50
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Millet Radikal 32
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Millet Expe 65
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Gear Review: L.L.Bean Microlight 2 Tent
True to product description, this tent gives you more for the money.
Gear Review: MSR Asgard Tent
Spacious for two, the "bow frame" geometry of this tent stands up to the toughest conditions.
Lafuma LD Xmotion Low Leather
For lightweight stability these boots can't be beat.
Lafuma Xmotion Low Leather
For lightweight stability these boots can't be beat.
Pack Fitting 101: Daypack vs. Weekend Pack?
How should my daypack fit? Should it fit differently from my weekend or week-long pack?
Jandd Mountaineering Sufa Lite Packer
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Jandd Mountaineering Barad Backpack
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Jandd Mountaineering Goliath Expedition
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Jandd Mountaineering Zoor Alpinist
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Jandd Mountaineering Selah Approach Pack
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Jandd Mountaineering Noah Tec Pac
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Jandd Mountaineering Masah Day Sac
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Jandd Mountaineering Keshet Alpinist
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Jandd Mountaineering Tozi Kletter Sac
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Jandd Mountaineering Mogen Daypack
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Jandd Mountaineering Har Lit Packer
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Jandd Mountaineering Mayim Lite Packer
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Gear Review: Big Sky International Mirage 2-Person Tent
weighing in at 2 lbs. 6 oz, this ultralight tent fits two with room to spare.
Will the Sun Kill Germs on Cookware?
If cups and cook pots are exposed to untreated water, are they safe to use after they air dry?
Gear Review: The North Face Mica 12 Tent
Unmatched in weather-worthiness, this solo tent earned top honors among testers.
Lafuma Pike 25
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Lafuma Venturer 45
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Lafuma Xeon 23
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Lafuma Cinetik 11 Pro
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Lafuma Landcruiser 70 + 10
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Lafuma Landcruiser 50 + 10 Lady
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Lafuma Kailas 60 + 10
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Lafuma Kailas 50 + 10
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Lafuma Eco Hike 30
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Lafuma Naia 50
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Lafuma Manang 65+20
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Gear Review: RAB Latok Gloves
This waterproof glove is multisport.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Navigation Pants
These rugged, yet stylish, pants have thigh vents and removable gaiters.
Apparel Guide 2009: Shells
In a 2000 BACKPACKER raingear review, the average jacket weighed 20.6 ounces. Nine year later, that's down as much as 65%–and these six entries are more breathable to boot.
Apparel Guide 2009: Puffy Jackets
Ever seen a cold goose? Slip into one of these cozy down (or synthetic down) heaters, and you'll understand why you haven't.
Apparel Guide 2009: Baselayers
From fit to fabric, this year's shirts upgrade performance on every front.
Gear Review: Cloudveil Run Don't Walk Light Shirt Baselayer
This tester favorite was popular for climbing, mountain biking, and layering. The Polartec Power Dry fabric aided quick drying.
Gear Review: Mammut Zip Longsleeve All-Year Baselayer
Using body-mapping and blended merino wool/synthetic fabrics, this innovative baselayer is warm and versatile.
Gear Review: Patagonia Merino 1 Baselayer
This hybrid is part merino wool and part recycled polyester&ndashthe result being a fast-drying, non-stinking baselayer.
Gear Review: SmartWool NTS Midweight Zip T Baselayer
This merino midweight baselayer is soft, stretchy, and naturally anti-stink.
Gear Review: GoLite DriMove BL-2 Longsleeve Zip Baselayer
This fast-drying shirt has a special ingredient&ndashCocona Minerale fabric.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Compressor PL Puffy Down Jacket
This midweight synthetic packs small and repels light rain and snow.
Gear Review: Patagonia Nano Puff Down Jacket
This quilted pullover was a go-to jacket all year round.
Gear Review: First Ascent Downlight Sweater Down Jacket
This puffy is perfect as a midlayer for skiing or a springtime camp coat–and comes in a wide variety of sizes.
Gear Review: Mammut Pilgrim/Vinson Puffy Down Jacket
This overstuffed puffy was the warmest of the bunch with a high-collared hood and hand gaiters.
Gear Review: RAB Microlight Alpine eVent Down Jacket
This microlight puffy will keep you warm no matter the rain, sleet, or snow.
Gear Review: The North Face Crimptastic Down Jacket
This close fitting jacket is great for winter cragging, or fast trips from spring trough fall.
Gear Review: GoLite Mckenzie Reflexion Jacket
Waterproof and breathable, this hard shell is perfect for cold places and pursuits.
Gear Review: Millet Super touring Jacket
This all-around soft shell keeps the drizzle on the outside and warmth on the inside, right where it belongs.
Gear Review: Mammut Lobuche Shell
New technology makes for a super breathable, go anywhere hard shell
Gear Review: Marmot Nano Shell
Weighing less that 10 ounces this ultralight shell withstood 3 days of torrential rain.
Rabies from a Hydration Unit?
Can you get rabies or other diseases by using a bite valve that some animal has been nibbling on? Will alcohol sanitizer "sterilize" it?
Gear Review: REI OXT Airflyte Running Jacket
This high intensity, breathable jacket is perfect for fast day hikes and cross training.
Gear Review: First Ascent BC-100 Shell
Bargain shell for rainy weather
What's the Perfect Camp Pillow?
I've got a great sleeping bag but I can't sleep without a pillow. Do you have a recommendation for a lightweight pillow or some kind of trick for making one with my gear?
Can An Electric Shock Neutralize Snake Venom?
Can an electric jolt from a DC source (i.e., spark plug wire, hand-held stunner) neutralize snake venom? I recall a series of articles on this published in the late '60s by an outdoor magazine.
Any Suggestions on Good Outdoor Advice Books?
I've read many outdoor books to get up to speed on camping, cooking, hiking, etc. I would like to hear what your choices of books might be in the outdoor education area.
Going to the Bathroom in the Woods 101
Going to the bathroom in the wild. What do I need? Do I need to pack out my waste? How? I'm going on a multi-day trip and am not sure what I need.
Sugar for Open Wounds?
I once heard that pouring granulated sugar into a deep, bloody wound would aid in clotting–but I've always heard that putting anything into an open would is bad.
How Do I Get Sap Off My Gear?
How do I remove pine sap from my down sleeping bag (and other gear for that matter)?
DIRTBAG to GOURMET SANDWICHES
Flavor-infuse your lunch menu with these pesto tuna, ham, Gouda & apple, and spicy chicken salad recipes.
Will Diapers Attract Bears?
Camping in bear country with children and diapers: Do diapers inside the tent, wet or dry, attract bears?
Which is Worse, Diarrhea or Dehydration?
I saw an episode of Survivorman where he drank water knowing it was contaminated and would cause him to have diarrhea. He said that having diarrhea would be better than being dehydrated. Would you agree?
Ultralight Done Right: Light Reads–Low Weight Books
You need a good read on any over-nighter. Just don't pack War and Peace. With these books, you'll stay on the ultralight track.
Hundred-Dollar Hikers
Can you really get high performance on a shoestring budget? Our testers found five pairs of light-duty synthetics that deliver huge returns.
Warm Weather Sleeping Bags
Lighten your load with a warm-weather bag that packs small bug goes big on comfort.
How Can I Mentally Prepare to Camp Alone?
love hiking and camping, but not alone. I'm one of those people who think about running away when I hear one stick break in the woods. Is there any way I could mentally prepare myself for sleeping alone in the wilderness?
Do I Have to Boil Water To Purify It?
I heard somewhere that it isn't necessary to bring water to a boil in order to purify it, as long as you get the temperature up to 140 degrees or more. Is this true?
Gear School: Ultralight Tents
Looking to cut shelter weight in half this summer? A featherweight tent is just the ticket.