Lightweight Backpacking Gear We Love
This is stuff we actually own and use, and we have found these to be solid options for lightweight gear.
Gear
The Best Foot Traction Devices for Ice and Snow
One of the best ways to ensure your safety is to equip yourself with a pair of foot traction devices or “ice cleats”. Here are our favorite traction devices for hiking, listed from most-aggressive to least-aggressive.
The Best Compass for Land Navigation
With so many choices available, it can be hard to narrow down which compass is right for you. Here’s a guide to choosing the best compass for your needs.
Skis or Snowshoes? Consider Skishoes
What mode of winter travel is best? It always depends. Whether you should use skis or snowshoes depends on skill level, terrain, snow conditions, vegetation and many other factors. Simply said, “it depends”. Skis, snowshoes, or post holing all have their pros and cons.
Rigging a Pulk the Right Way
A Pulk sled is considered by many to be a superior way to haul gear in arctic or winter conditions. Rigging a pulk the right way can make the difference between a great winter experience or a disappointment.
How to Gear Up for Bikepacking
Here we will explore some options for getting started in bikepacking. We will cover the “on the cheap” system and the “I have a reasonable budget to spend” version.
How to Make a Pulk Sled, on the Cheap
For around $50 – $75, you can be hauling gear all over and living it up in a winter wonderland. We’ll show you how.