Reader Surveys
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Backpacker Sleeping Pad Preferences: Inflatable Air Pads Dominate
Most backpackers use inflatable sleeping pads because they’re thicker and more comfortable than ones made out of closed cell foam…
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The Most Important Backpacking Backpack Features
What makes a great multi-day backpack? Which features and capabilities are the most important to look for when purchasing a…
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Ursack Bear Bag Adoption Rate – Survey Results
The Ursack is a bear-proof bear bag made out of bulletproof Spectra fabric that is lighter weight than hard-sided bear canisters…
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Backpacker Use of Satellite Messengers, PLBs, Cell Phones, Radios, and Satellite Phones – Survey Results
There was a time not too long ago when the majority of backpackers and hikers didn’t carry their cell phones on…
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Backpacking Pillow Preferences – Survey Results
What do inflatable sleeping pads, backcountry bed-style sleeping bags, mini-LED lanterns, and two-door backpacking tents have in common? If you…
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Hiker Smartphone Navigation App and GPS Device Use Trends
Digital Smartphone Navigation Apps and GPS Devices have eclipsed the use of physical maps and magnetic compasses in terms of…
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Hiking Hydration Systems vs. Water Bottles – Survey Results
Hydration reservoir pockets and drinking tube ports are a common feature on most daypacks and overnight backpacks. But as far…
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Backpacking Quilt Adoption Rate – Survey Results
Have you ever considered switching from a sleeping bag to a backpacking quilt? Backpacking quilts are lighter weight than sleeping…
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Best Backpacking Water Filter and Treatment Systems
What are the best water filter and purification options for backpacking? We put that question to 565 backpackers in a…
Read More » Reader Poll: Compass Use
Reader Poll I’m conducting an informal reader poll here (leave a comment). When was the last time you used a…
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