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So, if you want to reduce pack weight without reducing comfort, look no further! The hiking gear in this guide is suitable for all 3-season conditions on trips around the world, from Alaska, to Patagonia, to Utah. Simply put, it’s better backpacking gear. Read more https://i2.wp.com/www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/gearlist-spread.jpg?fit=1100%2C450&ssl=1 450 1100 Alan Dixon https://www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/adventure-alan-lightweight-backpacking-hiking.png Alan Dixon 2019-05-05 11:59:10 2020-04-03 19:24:32 Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 9 Pound Best Backpacking Backpacks 2020 April 25, 2020 / 45 Comments / by Alan Dixon A backpack is the single most important piece of gear that any backpacker will own. As such, there is no reason to settle for a heavy, old-school pack. That’s why this buyer’s guide highlights the very best backpacking backpacks for hiking in 2020. Below you will find exceptional and light hiking backpacks for men and women, and for all types of backcountry adventures and budgets. From the top all-round performers, to ultralight backpacks we have you covered! Read more https://i0.wp.com/www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/DSC02843-Edit-4-fb.jpg?fit=2400%2C1200&ssl=1 1200 2400 Alan Dixon https://www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/adventure-alan-lightweight-backpacking-hiking.png Alan Dixon 2020-04-25 21:00:00 2020-05-26 14:31:01 Best Backpacking Backpacks 2020 Best Backpacking Tent 2020 | Lightweight & Ultralight April 10, 2020 / 50 Comments / by Alan Dixon There is an exceptional and LIGHT tent here for every type of backpacker. But you’ll need to choose carefully to get the perfect tent for you at the right price! This guide to the Best Lightweight Backpacking Tents will help you do just that. We divide backpacking tents into 5 basic categories of features, weight and price. 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In fact, the core of this list can be used with great success on most three-season trips around the world. Read more https://i1.wp.com/www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/5-lb-pack-lead.jpg?fit=1600%2C837&ssl=1 837 1600 Alan Dixon https://www.adventurealan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/adventure-alan-lightweight-backpacking-hiking.png Alan Dixon 2018-05-13 09:30:53 2020-05-22 10:51:03 5 Pound Practical Ultralight Backpacking Gear List Hiking Gear List | 3 Lb Ultralight Day Hiking Essentials March 22, 2018 / 12 Comments / by Alan Dixon Day hiking is supposed to be fun. And part of the fun is a light pack for easy walking. Unfortunately, most day hiking checklists are way too heavy. But on the other hand, you DO want all the right gear to be safe! So what to do? This ultralight day hiking checklist will help you select the right gear to keep your daypack light, a spring in your step, but still, keep you safe and happy. 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