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The Gossamer Gear Litetrek Hiking (Chrome) Umbrella is an 6.3 oz full-size trekking umbrella that provides sun and rain protection on the trail. It became a game-changer for me on my Pacific Crest Trail hike and it still reigns as one of my favorite pieces of hiking and backpacking gear. Specs at a Glance Weight: Umbrella with strap – 6.3 …

Stuff sacks are an essential piece of backpacking and camping gear that keep sleeping bags or quilts dry, organized, and compressed. However most of the manufacturer’s stuff sacks that come with sleeping bags or quilts are designed for uncompressed storage, not field use, and it’s often necessary to purchase a separate compression sack, roll-top stuff sack, or waterproof dry sack …

Here is a selection of must-have gifts for the Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker or Section Hiker in your family. It doesn’t matter if they hike the trail end-to-end all at once or in stages, they’ll appreciate these gifts and think of you when they use them every day. We’ve listed a variety of gift ideas across a range of price points, …

The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 is a lightweight ultralight-style backpack that weighs 34.5 oz. It’s ideal for weekend backpacking and long-distance trips, particularly if you prefer a backpack that has lots of pockets and a frame, like a more conventional backpack, but weighs half as much. Sporting a unique combination of pockets, it’s an easy backpack to use because you …