Lightweight backpacking gear

Want to know what to pack for a backpacking trip? See what real backpackers carry in their packs along with a complete backpacking gear list.

The best ultralight backpacking gear from Decathlon. If you're looking for tested and affordable lightweight gear, Decathlon is worth a look.

A gear review of all the best hiking pants for backpacking in 2024. Which Lightweight Hiking Pants and Breathable hiking pants are the best.

In-depth reviews of my 15 very favorite pieces of backpacking gear for overnighters into the backcountry; my essentials, if you will.

I've spent years compiling my ideal lightweight backpacking gear setup, & I've made a list to share with you. Read on & take a peek inside my 12-pound pack.

To show you how backpacking gear lists can evolve, here's a list of items I stopped using as my preferences, skills, and experience level changed.

My backpacking gear list spreadsheet is a checklist of essentials & extras! Backpack weight calculator, 2022 trip planner, & meal planner.

This post covers my 5 day Lightweight Backpacking Gear list for a Spring trip to the Grand Canyon. List includes weights in ounces, weather considerations and links to gear.

Learn how to shed weight from your backpacking gear setup with these 11 practical and easy ultralight backpacking tips.