Community

Being a part of a community is the point of this group. There's something special about solo missions, but it's hard to beat a multi-day trek into the wilderness with friends. You will find resources in the dropdown menu or on this page where you can engage with the larger Ultralight community. BackPackingLight (BPL) and the Ultralight subreddit both hold a wealth of information. So much so, Google often returns fairly specific search results from one of these two forums. You will need an account for Reddit and a paid subscription to BPL to maximize their utility. If you don't find what you're looking for, please start a discussion in the Group Forum. This group has a ton of experience and we're here to help!

Adventure Alan - Has been your best source for honest & factual information on gear & technique for lightweight & ultralight backpacking & hiking since 1999.

Andrew Skurka - Hard-won insights from out there.

BackpackingLight - Lighten your pack weight without sacrificing safety and comfort.

Ultralight Subreddit - r/Ultralight is the largest online Ultralight Backpacking community! This sub is about hiking efficiently through the wilderness with a backpack that is as light as possible.

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