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Neatly arranged backpacking gear including backpack, sleeping bags, cooking set, and various small tools on wooden floor.
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the packable life: 8.0 lb Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 2023 Optimal Setup
I’ve spent years assembling the best ultralight backpacking gear setup for my multi-day hikes into the wilderness, and I’d love to share...
The Packable Life
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October 2, 2023
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Organized hiking gear on wood floor including backpack, tents, gloves, cookware, water pouch, and small tools.
Tips & Guides
the packable life: 8.7 lb Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 2022 Optimal Setup Copy
An ultralight backpacking gear list for optimal 2022 setup
The Packable Life
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February 28, 2022
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Backpacker with blue backpack standing on a trail looking at snow-capped mountains and valley below.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: 119 Best Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers 2022 [Unique Ideas]
Unique ideas for the best gifts for hikers & backpackers 2022
The Packable Life
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January 3, 2022
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Organized hiking gear laid out on wood floor including backpack, sleeping bags, gloves, stove, utensils, and hydration pouch.
Media Mentions
the packable life: 8.7 lb Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 2021 Optimal Setup
I’ve spent years assembling the best ultralight backpacking gear setup for my multi-day hikes into the wilderness, and I’d love to share my 2021 list...
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November 22, 2021
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Small dark tent pitched on grassy alpine meadow with rocky mountain and blue sky backdrop.
Reviews
The Packable Life: Essential Backpacking Gear: 15 Items I Can’t Hike Without
Essential Backpacking Gear: 15 Items I Can’t Hike Without
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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Hiker in red jacket with backpack walking on snowy trail in mountainous landscape under blue sky.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: Budget Backpacking Gear: Cheap 10 lb Ultralight Kit [Sub $500]
Budget Backpacking Gear: Cheap 10 lb Ultralight Kit [Sub $500]
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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Hiker in red jacket walking with poles on a snowy mountain ridge under a blue sky.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: Budget Backpacking Gear: Cheap 10 lb Ultralight Kit [~$500]
it’s entirely possible to put together an affordable ultralight setup on a $500 budget.
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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Snow-covered rugged mountain peaks under a blue sky with scattered fluffy clouds.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: 4th of July Trail: Nederland’s Gem (Arapaho Pass + Lake Dorothy)
4th of July Trail: Nederland’s Gem (Arapaho Pass + Lake Dorothy)
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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Backpacker with large blue backpack stands on grassy trail looking at snow-capped mountain range.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: 118 Best Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers 2020 [Unique Ideas]
118 Best Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers 2020 [Unique Ideas]
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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Backpacker with large blue backpack standing on a trail looking at snow-capped mountains and valley below.
Tips & Guides
The Packable Life: 101+ Gifts for Hikers: Unique Gifts for Any Budget [2020 Guide]
101+ Gifts for Hikers: Unique Gifts for Any Budget [2020 Guide]
The Packable Life
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September 16, 2021
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