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"Most hikers first head out on the trail with the borrowed, metal-frame backpack their dad used back in the 1980s and some old Timberland work boots strapped to their feet. But after grueling weeks and some mild scoliosis, a few decide to go lighter."

At less than 3.5 ounces, the Sawyer Squeeze is a fantastic solution for ultralight water filtration.  For more information and other suggestions, check out the rest of Gear Patrol's Ultralight Backpacking Buyer's Guide.

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May 7, 2022

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Gear Patrol is a New York City-based lifestyle publication focused on the intersection of products and life’s pursuits, founded in 2007.

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Apply the Sawyer Products Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent to clothing and furniture, not skin, to keep pests away.

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Plus, everything you need to know about DEET, picaridin, and what's best for safeguarding against ticks and mosquitoes.

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Faster and more efficient than pumping or waiting for chemical treatments, the Sawyer Squeeze System offers on-the-go hydration at a good flow. This product is long-lasting, affordable, reliable, cleanable, and very user-friendly.

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