Backpacks keep getting lighter, but does that mean you have to go ultralight? In this video, I am taking a deep dive into the benefits of heavyweight hiking. I share my personal experiences carrying ...

For plenty of outdoorsmen and women, ultralight backpacking conjures up a particularly kooky image. Sawed-off toothbrushes. Dingy plastic water bottles with water filters screwed on top. Backpacks — ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing ...

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Trekking through mountain trails or forest paths is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the great outdoors. But if your backpack feels like it s loaded with bricks, the journey can quickly ...