The Zpacks Free Zip 2P is a two-person ultralight freestanding tent that weighs 31.6 oz and costs $899. It’s a single-wall tent with two mesh rainbow doors and two vestibules that can be rolled open and secured with magnets instead of toggles. …
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I was back at Mt Mansfield again to hike more trails on my quest to hike all of the side trails (also known as blue blaze trails) to Vermont’s Long Trail. With winter on the horizon, I’m making a big push to …
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The Patagonia R1 Air Full Zip Hoodie is a surprisingly warm and breathable mid-layer fleece jacket that’s perfect for cold-weather hiking and backpacking. It has two zippered handwarmer pockets and a chest pocket, a snug-fitting under-the-helmet hood, and stretch wrist cuffs that …
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The Helinox Speed Stool is an ultralight folding stool that’s easy to carry on day hikes and backpacking trips. Weighing 14.6 oz (414g), it folds up compactly, making it easy to pack in a backpack’s side or front stretch pocket. With a …
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Down-insulated sleeping bags are still the most …
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Jacket pit zips are zippered openings located …
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