Sleeping Pad Guide
This sleeping pad guide helps you choose the best pad for you. Learn about different types of sleeping pads, R-Value and insulation, and how to patch a pad.
Read The GuideSleeping Bags and Backpacking Quilt Guide
The guide goes deep on camping sleeping bags, backpacking sleeping bags, and backpacking quilts. Learn about temperature rating, insulation, features, and more.
Read The GuideBackpackers Guide to Synthetic Insulated Jackets
Ultimate guide to synthetic insulated jackets, the other puffy. Cheaper, more breathable, and better when wet than down, these jackets are pretty awesome.
Read The GuideWater Filter and Water Purifier Guide
Want to ease a worried mind? Get a water filter or water purifier. Learn why backpacking water treatment systems are critical, and what system works for you.
Read The GuideRain Jacket Guide for Backpacking, Hiking, and Camping
Everything you ever wanted to know about rain jackets – laminates, membranes, layers, DWR, waterproofess, and fancy features – explained. With a bit of humor, too.
Read The GuideBackpackers Guide to Headlamps
A fully featured Guide to Headlamps. What are lumens, how long does a headlamp battery last, and is a waterproof headlamp possible all answered here.
Read The GuideBackpackers Guide to Fleece Jackets
This Guide to Fleece Jackets answers mysterious questions: What is fleece fabric? Is fleece warm? Is fleece breathable? And what’s recycled fleece? Read now.
Read The GuideBackpackers Guide to Online Outdoor Gear Stores
Don’t know where to get your gear? Our epic guide to online outdoor gear stores covers every important retailer on the web.
Read The GuideBackpack Guide for Backpacking Backpacks and Hiking Backpacks
This backpack guide is massive, and includes backpacking backpacks and hiking backpacks. Learn about fit, torso measurement, hip belt position, and clutch features.
Read The GuideBackpackers Guide to Down Jackets
This Guide asks the hard questions: What are down feathers, really? What’s hydrophobic down? Are lightweight down jackets packable down jackets?
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