NEW Backpacking Gear Items This 2024 Holiday Season
Missing out on something is one of the worst feelings... We want to help eliminate that possibility of missing out this holiday season by make sure...
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15 Gifts Under $50 For Ultralight Backpackers - 2024
Shopping for ultralight backpackers doesn't always have to mean dropping $300+ on some jacket, tent, or backpack. In fact, there are plenty of gift...
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Top 10 Gifts For Backpackers In 2024 - 2024 Gift Guide
Shopping for ultralight backpackers usually means you've got to be a bit of a gear junkie. With such a variety in outdoor gear options available, ...
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Avoid This Major Backpacking Food Mistake...
Today, I want to share something I've spent years dialing in & figuring out for myself. It's the biggest mistake I ever made regarding backpack...
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Could 1 Item REALLY Replace Everything In Your Closet? - Layering For The Backcountry
Everyone always says to bring layers when heading out into the backcountry, but no one ever mentions HOW MANY layers... We would add a follow up q...
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The Most Important Piece of Safety Gear To Bring Into The Backcountry
When heading out into the backcountry, safety gear is critical. But all too often, many hikers overlook what may be the most important safety gear ...
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What is Fastpacking?
This ultimate guide will delve into the ins and outs of fastpacking, covering everything from essential gear to planning a successful trip.
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5 Tips To Save Space In Your Backpack
When it comes to backpacking, the mantra of "lighter is better" often dominates the conversation. But what about the often-overlooked aspect of pac...
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How Outdoor Gear is REALLY Made
You'd be surprised by how little most people know about how outdoor gear is actually made. So many people assume that lots of brands own their own ...
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Top 20 Gifts For Ultralight Backpackers In 2023 - 2023 Gift Guide
Shopping for ultralight backpackers means you've got to know what performance gear & technologies to look for. Any clunky or heavy sleeping ba...
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What You Must Know About Puffy Down Jackets (This Innovation Changes EVERYTHING!)
Puffy down jackets have been around for a LONG TIME. But relatively few noteworthy innovations or updates have been made to them over the years. F...
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Highline Thermal Legging Product Deep Dive
Tayson Whittaker: Hey, everybody. Welcome back to the Live Ultralight Podcast, powered by Outdoor Vitals. Today in this podcast episode, we have...
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Skyline 30 Fastpack Product Deep Dive
Learn more details about the Skyline 30 Fastpack & its development with OV Founder Tayson Whittaker & Product Design Director Brigham Crane.
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