Gear up without weighing yourself down with these smart lightweight backpacking picks.

Adventure Alan & Co. has released an updated 9-pound ultralight backpacking gear list, refined over two decades and tested in destinations from Alaska to Patagonia. The list offers a streamlined base ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing ...

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For adventurous moms who love the outdoors, get them something they really want this year. Rather than the traditional flowers, perfume, or home goods route, why not show the intrepid mothers in your ...

However, as materials and designs improve, outdoor gear brands are shaving ounces without stripping away the creature comforts that used to justify a heavier pack. While I’m not about to become the ...