Targeted at people who prioritize backpack weight over sleeping comfort and weather protection, ultralight tarps and the tiny companies that hand make them were, until now, pretty rare. But this one ...

For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing pack weight for weekend backpacking trips and thru-hikes alike. Every ...

Waterproofing yourself and your gear is a huge part of perfecting your packing list, and ponchos can be a good solution for both. The best rain ponchos for backpacking can keep you dry in inclement ...

A compact, lightweight and versatile shelter for your next outdoor adventure. IF YOU WANT a lightweight, compact (when packed) shelter that covers more than a couple of people, then you need a tarp.

Backpacking has always been about journeys. But while ambling from place to place, backpackers also have been shifting in other ways, moving from heavy to light, more weight to less, bulk to stealth.

Many backpackers are eschewing heavy rugged tents for lightweight tarps. If you normally carry a rain poncho you can kill two birds with one stone by adapting aluminum or fiberglass tent poles to fit ...