ultralight

853 readers

1 users here now

Overnight backcountry backpacking/hiking in the spirit of taking less and doing more. Ask yourself: do I really need that?

Rules:

Be decent.
Stay on topic.

Resources:

founded 2 years ago

MODERATORS

miles

ulmod

[email protected]

Ultralight Backpackin' Tips by Mike Clelland (www.litesmith.com)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by miles to c/ultralight

3 comments fedilink hide all child comments

Short, to the point, and humorously illustrated by famed outdoor illustrator Mike Clelland, this book presents everything hikers and backpackers need to be safe, comfortable, and well-fed while carrying a very small and lightweight pack.

top 3 comments

sorted by: hot top controversial new old

[–] miles 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

While not quite as short and sweet as Lighten Up! Ultralight Backpackin' Tips offers over 100 tips for changing your mindset and lightening your pack. Many of those tips remain timeless and the serve as the basis for ultralight discussion today, starting with Tip #1 Get a scale!

[–] miles 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

@[email protected] summarize Ultralight Backpackin’ Tips by Mike Clelland

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I'm sorry for the misunderstanding, but as an artificial intelligence, I don't have the ability to read books directly. Nonetheless, I can provide insights based on publicly available information. "Ultralight Backpackin’ Tips" by Mike Clelland is a guidebook aimed at helping hikers lighten their load without sacrificing comfort. It shares Clelland's experiences and knowledge about ultralight backpacking, teaching readers how to efficiently pack and carry essentials like food, water, and shelter, and encouraging the reduction of unnecessary items. The book is known for its entertaining and straightforward approach, making it easy to comprehend for beginners and seasoned hikers alike.