Ultralight Outside
The Casio F-91W, the tried and true watch that might just get you sent to Guantanamo. I’m now on my third Casio F-91W. After being tired of finding my phone stuck in my jean pockets when all I need is the time I found myself searching for a watch. What I found was a ridiculous […]
Ultralight hiking, also known as minimalist or lightweight backpacking, is a style of outdoor adventure that involves carrying the absolute minimum amount of gear necessary for a trip. The goal of ultralight hiking is to reduce the weight of your pack as much as possible, which can allow you to move faster and farther, reduce […]
Ultralight hiking jackets are an essential piece of gear for any backpacker or hiker. These jackets are designed to provide warmth and protection from the elements without adding unnecessary weight to your pack. In this article, we will review the best three ultralight hiking jackets on the market. The top option for an ultralight hiking […]
Setting up an ultralight hiking tarp can be a daunting task for beginners, but with a little practice and the right knowledge, it’s actually quite simple. In this article, we’ll provide a comprehensive beginner’s guide to setting up an ultralight hiking tarp, including tips on choosing the right tarp, selecting a suitable location, and using […]
The Ultralight Java Drip can be used to make a delicious, light-weight Java Drip coffee. It’s a reusable coffee filter for backpacking. It is made up of: a small mesh cone sewen over a wire ring. The top is attached to three legs made of plastic that attach to a mug. You then fill the […]
I’ve used and abused 3 Ultralight Leatherman Squirt PS4’s over 10 years – If you’re looking for an ultralight backpacking knife with a few extra tools – The squirt is the multitool for you. I’ve lost two of these tools to the TSA and still every day carry the third on my keys. I’ve used […]
Update: I’ve been emailed asking about where to buy this pot. Looking around it seems they’re no longer stocked by zpacks or other retailers that once did, there is a couple in stock on random sites intermittently (google can help you there), Aliexpress has a few of the larger 600/700ml light versions but none in […]
With so many backpacking headlamps out there its kind of hard to tell what really sets the Petzl Reactik and Petzl Reactik Plus apart from the competition. Petzl being a relatively new and unknown brandname struggles with recognition when going up against the likes of Black Diamond. Fortunately there is a rather large vocal group […]
So you’re looking for the lightest ultralight canister stove? Well, you’ve come to the right place: The BRS-3000T, at 25g is the lightest canister stove currently available. Whats more? Its less than $20. BRS 3000T Canister Stove Pros Lightest canister stove available – 25g Fast and efficient boil times Folds up rediculously small 2700W Extremely […]
Picking a headlamp can be tough – Lots of options, lots of different specs, does anyone actually know what a lumen is? and worst of all, lots of unrealistic claims about battery life! I’m hoping this review can fill in the gaps and let you decide for yourself if this is the right head lamp […]