backpacking feels better with less weight on your back but keep in mind that an ultralight traveler needs a slightly different set of items that an ultralight hiker both our backpacking just with different overall goals what is the perfect combination of durable but lightweight how much do you want to.

Carry and how much do you want to pay these are our recommendations on the best lightweight backpacking gear for maximizing camp comport while minimizing trail weight this is our Hornet backpacking series available in one and two-person models these tents offer supreme livability at an ethereal weight and tiny pack size both stand in the sub.

Two-pound category with the two-person model offering two doors and two vestibules at a mere 30 ounces we start with premium 15 d coated nylon ripstop in a tub floor construction keeping you cozy and increasing tent longevity a no-see-um mesh canopy keeps condensation and bugs at bay for added privacy we use a white mesh on side panels while black.

Mesh completes the top for clear stargazing at night DAC Featherlite poles boast minimal weight and connect with a single hubbed intersection for lightning quick setup our patent-pending fly bar volumizing pole clips greatly increase interior volume by widening canopy mesh at your head fly bars flexibility distributes fly tension more.

Evenly to minimize stress points  triangulated reflective guy outs and corner struts add extra volume at the foot end protecting sleeping bags from tent wall condensation our ultra-premium 10d nylon ripstop fly is coated in a durable water repellent to keep you protected in bad weather for.

Years to come large doors and vestibules offer easy access and ample gear coverage for each person for added livability a Hornet offers volumizing clips that connect to the fly and expand the canopy outward and luxury features like light pockets that turn your headlamp into a tent lantern providing a pleasant glow through light diffusing.

Fabric even our Divi stuff sack was developed to allow you to split the weight with a hiking partner for those looking for an ultralight tent with extensive living space our 26 ounce 1p and 30 ounce 2p Hornets are truly where ultra light meets ultra livable introducing the bio late headlamp an ultra-thin 330 lumen USB rechargeable.

Headlamp featuring 3d slim fit construction that makes your hands-free Lite wildly capable and so comfortable you'll forget you're wearing it  the 3d slim fit construction is based on three dimensions of a perfect fit a blush front better balance and smart fabrics seamlessly integrated housing.

Merges the electronics directly into the band creating an ultra-thin front that sits flush on your forehead with no bouncing by reorienting the battery to the back we keep the weight off the front of your face reducing slippage and creating a more natural fit and the entire headlamp features moisture wicking fabric that.

Keeps you cool and dry during activity clocking in at only 69 grams the headlamp features four modes and the ability to control your light through easy dim ability one-handed articulation enables your light to move with you without any disruption with easy recharging via microUSB and run times of up to 40 hours you can ditch the battery.

Swaps and power up with a bio light energy ecosystem for adventures that demand an ultra light pack we engineered the lightest insulated pad ever built the NeoAir uber light mattress the 8.8 ounce 250 gram pad makes a minimal impact on your pack the uber Lite packs down smaller than any NeoAir ever small enough to fit in a back.

Pocket and roughly to the size of a burrito our triangular core matrix construction minimizes convective heat loss and provides two and a half inches or 6.4 centimeters of legendary neo air comfort with an r-value of two this makes it the warmest most efficient mattress in its class designed for the rigors of a life outdoors this pad uses.

An innovative lightweight fabric while still fulfilling our strict durability standards lighten up for your fast and light adventures with Therma rests featherweight neo air over light mattress when you're trying to go as fast as light as possible obviously weight is a huge factor but days like.

That also demand that you stay fully hydrated so that you can consistently be performing at your best those two things really conflict because water adds a ton of weight we designed the trail shop micro filter to help you save weight essentially it gives you a full day's water supply at a mere five ounces and fits in your pocket when I trail run I.

Like to carry two small water bottles when those are empty I can use the trail shop filter to drink directly and instantly from a stream along the trail then I can quickly fill up my bottles with clean water and get going again or if I'm wearing a hydration pack I can connect it straight to my hose and fill up my reservoir the trail shaft filter.

Is so tiny it fits in the stash pocket alongside my bars and it's quick to deploy you just dropped the pre-filter in the water and start filtering it treats a liter of water in 60 seconds the trail shop filter uses hollow fiber technology that meets the highest standards for removing protozoa like Giardia and Cryptosporidium and bacteria.

Like e.coli and Salmonella so you have reliable water all along your journey the filter cartridge has a 2000 litre lifespan depending on water conditions which for me is seasons of water.

This is the spine by Gerber the spine is a versatile everyday camping and hiking fixed blade knife the glass filled nylon sheath features a clip that's optimized for backpack carry 7cr stainless steel offers great edge retention and corrosion resistance the drop point financial aid it works equally well for meal prep and making.

Kindling full tank construction means strength durability and balance the sheath has a thumb lifter for quick deploy the over molded handle is micro textured for enhanced grip wet or dry the spine is available in flat sage and cyan the hollow rear fastener doubles as a lanyard hole for custom carry the spine is a fixed blade knife for any.

Outdoor adventurer this is kayo and aya our most technical ultralight sleeping bag series design and cut specifically for both men and women these premium mummies are both offered in two lengths and two temperature ratings making this series an elite choice for any ultralight adventure with.

Careful tailoring in every curve we've created an aggressive thermally efficient patterning that doesn't skimp on a warmth and comfort all at a minimal pack size a contoured hood form-fitting foot box and body map tapered core offer ideal fits for both men and women with absolutely no wasted space for fabrics we use the silky smooth twenty D nylon.

Ripstop on the shell and finish off the interior with ultra plush 30 D nylon taffeta for a luxury sleep experience both are filled with premium 800 fill power down that is hydrophobic PFC free and 100% RDS certified for incredible warmth traceability and humane treatment throughout the supply chain thermal gills provide greater temperature.

Regulation allowing users to vent body heat without letting in cold drafts while waterproof and breathable foot box and hood protect against tent wall condensation we're offering kayu and i--i in both regular and long lengths as well as 15 and 30 degree minimum temperature ratings for each averaging a weight of 28 ounces across the series.

For increased warmth and comfort we've added a draft tube of down that follows behind our super smooth full-length zipper keeping warm air in and cold air out for those looking for the pinnacle and serious ultra light mummies our new Caillou and i--i series stand apart from the competition this is the complete my.

Gerber the complete is designed for users who need a tool that they can cook clean and eat with that's compact organized and easy to transport not only is the spatula chassis to hold the rest of the implements together it's got a silicon edge for scraping and cleaning at a serrated edge for light cutting duty and.

It's glass filled nylon construction is rigid enough to be a real spatula and withstand high temperatures the complete also includes a fork and a spoon either of which can be used to convert the spatula into a pair of tongs also included with the complete is a four function solid state multi-tool that includes a package opener can opener.

Bottle opener and vegetable peeler the completes nesting design makes it easy to transport and it's aluminum a glass filled nylon construction makes it corrosion resistant all that and it also weighs less than two and a half ounces the complete is available in silver onyx flat sage and Bert bronze organization can be key when it comes to setting up a.

Camp kitchen the complete takes care of all that by nesting together and staying clean the new pocket rocket deluxe stove is packed with premium features carrying forward the legacy of ms ARS best-selling pocket rocket stoves this deluxe model has a larger burner lights with the push of a button and was engineered for fast ball times across a.

Wider range of temperatures in the backcountry colder weather or low fuel caused a stove to run slower to combat this we gave the deluxe model an internal pressure regulator this regulator allows the stove to maintain fast boil times across a range of temperatures one of the stove to work well on cold mornings or when your.

Canister might be running low on fuel because of the built-in regulator the deluxe model makes an excellent choice for three season adventures the stove also comes equipped with piezo push start lighting for fast easy ignition this piezo is the most durable one we've ever built we internally routed the wire and set the electrode deep within the.

Burner head for maximum protection the piezo was designed to match the pocket rockets legendary durability and offer many seasons of use with its broad burner the pocket rocket deluxe generates a powerful flame despite its compact size and the burners lip adds wind resistance increasing efficiency precision flame adjustment allows you to.

Go from torch all the way down to simmer and the stainless steel pot supports fold down to create an impressively small pack size at just 83 grams or 2.9 ounces the pocket rocket deluxe packs in a ton of performance for backpackers pushing the limits of three seasons and offers one of the best overall cooking experiences in its class.