13 articles on "backpack"

All about Backpacks

Backpacks are a weighty problem for some students, according to a recent report by doctors at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Students often over pack their backpacks; they often carry their backpacks slung over one shoulder too. Tho...

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Why Ultralight Backpacking

Want Safer, More Comfortable Backpacking?Contrary to what many think, ultralight backpacking is not just about the freedom to hike more miles or to take your whole pack up the mountain with you. It is also about comfort and safety. Backpackers with h...

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All about Backpacks

Backpacks are undoubtedly one of the most popular and practical bags. From students and hikers to business travelers and everyone in between, the backpack is an essential way to carry your belongings with ease, comfort, and style. Backpacks come in ...

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Lightweight Backpacks - How Light?

Lightweight Backpacks - How Light? by: Steve Gillman How light is light? Lightweight backpacks weigh less than three pounds, a standard I just invented. There are good packs under three pounds for almost all types of trips. My own Golite backpac...

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Ultralight Backpacking List - 3 Days Under 10 Pounds

Ultralight Backpacking List - 3 Days Under 10 Pounds by: Steve Gillman Here's an ultralight backpacking list, an example of what I typically take on a weekend hike. We're all different in our needs and skills, though, so please don&apo...

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Backpacking Clothes - Make Your Own

Backpacking Clothes - Make Your Own by: Steve Gillman Okay, do you really want to make all your own backpacking clothes? More power to you, and good luck. After the first hundred tedious hours of sewing I started buying gear again. However, ther...

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Lightweight Backpacking Techniques

Lightweight Backpacking Techniques by: Steve Gillman These lightweight backpacking tips and techniques are options or ideas, not recommendations. I tend towards the extreme side of ultralight backpacking, and if you don't know yourself or y...

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3 Tips To Select The Camping Backpack That's Right For You

When asked concerning the right camping backpack, most people who do not have any encounter in camping will say that it is just a bag. The type of back again 1 chooses is not a little problem to people who have encounter in camping. You will by no me...

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Of Beach Bags And Backpack Chairs

At times going to the beach can be a real hassle especially for families with little children since you may need to carry supplies such as food, drinks, costumes, sunscreen, towels, umbrellas, beach chairs and so forth. With all these items you will ...

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Ultralight Backpacking

Ultralight Backpacking by: Steve Gillman Want Safer, More Comfortable Backpacking? Contrary to what many think, ultralight backpacking is not just about the freedom to hike more miles or to take your whole pack up the mountain with you. It is al...

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