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ONE BAG to Rule Them All—The North Face One Bag Review

March 10, 2022 stevensmith

So you know how in The Lord of the Rings, 19 rings of power are given to the elves, the dwarves…

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Three Ultralight Setups

Big 3 ULTRALIGHT MAKEOVER—Three Options to Cut Serious Weight!

March 2, 2022 stevensmith

By far, the heaviest things you carry into the backcountry are your tent, backpack, and sleep system. Depending on your…

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Soaking Wet Jacket

The Truth About Wet Down Jackets

February 26, 2022 stevensmith

As light as a feather. There is a reason that phrase exits. Because no other material, not even space-age technology…

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Posted in: Gear Review, Uncategorized Filed under: coat, cold weather, Jacket
Tent in snow

5 Myths YOU Thought Were True About Backpacking

February 16, 2022 stevensmith

A few years ago, I was on a backpacking trip with my daughter and a few of her friends. She…

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ZPacks Plex Solo Țenț

The Lightest Tent in the World – The New Zpacks Plex Solo

July 8, 2022 stevensmith

The lightest, fully enclosed backpacking tent in existence.  13.7 ounces of pure ultralight bliss.  But is it too good to…

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Comparing two tents

Nemo Killer? The New MSR Freelite 2 vs. the Nemo Hornet Elite 2P Tent

July 8, 2022 stevensmith

Freestanding ultralight tents are my favorite. So when I found out MSR redesigned the Freelite 2 to be eight ounces…

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Posted in: Gear Review, Uncategorized Filed under: MSR Freelite 2, Nemo Hornet Elite, Tent Review
Mountain Hardwear Strato UL 2 Backpacking Tent

Mountain Hardwear STRATO 2P Tent Review

January 26, 2022 stevensmith

Backpacking tents are tiny. And when you are just carrying your tent, that’s great. Tiny tents fit better in your…

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Every Way To Treat or Filter Water Outdoors (Almost)

September 13, 2021 stevensmith

When you are backpacking you need to be able to treat or filter your water. Even clear clean looking water…

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Holy Grayl? Or Major Fail? – Grayl Water Filter Review

July 8, 2022 stevensmith 1 Comment

What is the Holy Grail of water filters? I can only imagine from the name that Grayl wants to hold…

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An Alternative to Expensive Top Quilts – Featherstone Moondance 25 Backpacking Quilt Review

July 8, 2022 stevensmith

If you are looking to buy a lightweight, warm, high quality backpacking quilt you are probably looking to spend $300-$400. Whether…

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