OV Blog

Gas vs Alcohol Stoves

Which stove is the best for ultralight backpacking? Our first try in the field was NOT what we anticipated.

What Does "Live Ultralight" Mean?

The secret to happiness? Simplify. Living Ultralight is not only creating lightweight, premium gear, but it's also about reducing the number of mat...

Caring for Your Gear

Taking care of your gear is like taking care of your teeth: if you do a good job, you'll save tons of money, and have something you can rely on to ...

LoftTek Insulation: Light, Compressible, and Insulates When Wet

Down is light, compressible, and warm. Synthetic insulates even when wet. Can't we have both? Outdoor Vitals says YES with our new LoftTek insulat...

Hammock vs Ground Camping

This article goes over costs, weights, advantages, and disadvantages of both ground and hammock camping in an objective and non-biased format.

Sleeping Bag Insulation: What's the difference?

As the outdoor gear industry continues to advance and new technologies are being introduced, it can be hard to know what exactly you should be look...