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Beyond Ultralight: Reevaluating Raingear for Extreme Backpacking Conditions
Introduction For the modern backpacker, the "ultralight" ethos—the pursuit of the lowest possible base weight—has become the gold standard. By stripping gear down to its […]
Beyond Ultralight: Reevaluating Raingear for Extreme Backpacking Conditions
Introduction In the high-stakes world of long-distance backpacking, the "ultralight" ethos has long dominated the conversation. By meticulously trimming every gram, hikers have pushed the […]
Beyond the Ultralight Ethos: Reevaluating Raingear for Extreme Environments
The ultralight backpacking movement has long championed the mantra that "ounces equal pounds, and pounds equal pain." By prioritizing the lowest possible base weight, many […]
