The Gossamer Gear Whisper is one of the most impossible-looking tents I’ve ever seen. It’s a veritable palace for one person that packs up to the size of an oversized nalgene. There is also something ...

But my ultralight backpacking gear is easy, reliable, and the more I watched my friends struggle with their elaborate setups, the more I felt like ultralight is the way to go no matter what style ...

I tested hot tents in the Pacific Northwest, overnight, during shoulder season conditions. The Seek Outside Cimarron was tested as part of ultralight backpacking gear test in April along the Oregon ...

and your gear needs to stand up to the potential for serious storms and snow. Four-season tents come in a few varieties, including lightweight mountaineering shelters, four-season backpacking ...

Learn more. With the cold temperatures upon us, it’s probably safe to say that the traditional backpacking season is in the rearview mirror for most hikers. Gear is expensive and must be ...