 Backcountry
Outdoor gear for skiing, camping, backpacking. I have not purchased from Backcountry but they are a good source for the following brands: GoLite, Salomon, North Face, Kelty, K2, Dynastar, Rossignol. |
Backcountry Gear Limited
Ultralight equipment for lightweight backpacking, climbing, hiking, camping and backcountry use. Located in Eugene, Oregon. Not to be confused with a different company named Backcountry. |
Backpacking Light
In addition to publishing their magazine, this is also an excellent web site with extensive product reviews and online shopping for ultralight gear. I purchased my FlexAir Duo Compartment Pillow (1 ounce) from here. |
Backpacking Lightweight
Promotes ultralight backpacking & hiking featuring backpacking equipment for lightweight backpacking & hiking resources for year-round backpacking safety & enjoyment. |
Brasslite Stoves
Starting at 1.4 ounces, Brasslite makes two models of ultralight alcohol fueled stove for backpacking and camping. They are light yet durable, 100% reliable and simple to operate. They just work. |
ExOfficio
I have not purchased from ExOfficio but they have a nice selection of clothing. They do not tell the weight of products on their web site, but most are light and you can ask via email for actual weight. |
GoLite
Exceptionally light and attractive ultralight clothing including the famous 3 ounce Wind Wisp plus jackets, pants, shirts, shorts, packs, shelters and sleeping bags. Located in CO, USA. Online sales. |
Gossamer Gear
This is the company that makes my 5 ounce backpack, the Whisper Uberlight. Great product. Sells a variety of ultralight backpacking and hiking gear. |
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Mountain Hardware
Has a nice selection of lightweight gear. Manufactures tents, sleeping bags, outdoor clothing and technical apparel: jackets, pants, gear, shells, soft shells, fleece, sportswear for climbing, hiking, skiing, backpacking and camping. Pro team, athletes, events, catalog. |
Mountain Laurel Designs
MLD makes the lightest backpacking gear in the world. 3.5 oz packs , 3 oz tarps, 11 oz two person tents, 12 oz sleeping quilts and more. A small US based Super Ultra Light (SUL) backpacking and wilderness trekking gear company using cutting edge materials and design. |
Nunatak USA
I love my Nunatak Back Country Blanket sleeping bag (24 ounces) and SkahaPlus Hooded Down Jacket (10.5 ounces). Talk about service. These folks literally sew your product by hand after you place the order. Don't expect quick delivery, but Nunatak makes the lightest and warmest down sleeping bags, jackets, and booties available. All of their down is 800+ fill and you choose the fabric from ultra light to uberlight. |
Official Maine Appalachian Trail Club
A volunteer nonprofit organization that manages 267 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Maine. Includes information about the Appalachian Trail in Maine, trail work photos and Maine scenic photos. |
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Pacific Crest Trail Association
Works to protect, preserve and promote the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as an internationally significant resource for the enjoyment of hikers and equestrians, and for the value that wild and scenic lands provide to all people. |
ProLite Gear
I don't happen to use any products from ProLite, but they have a large selection, lightweight and ultralight backpacking and hiking gear. |
Six Moon Designs
Ron Moak's Six Moon Designs offers a number of innovative and ultralight backpacking products including tents, tarps and packs. |
Tarptent Ultralight Shelters
I am very happy with my Tarptent Rainbow Shelter (32 ounces). It is the best tent I know of for the weight. This is much more than a tarp. It is a fully enclosed tent that sleeps 2 in a pinch, has excellent ventilation, a large zippered opening, a gear vestibule and even stands up to oregon rain. It is a snap to set up too. |
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The Ultralight Backpacking Site
Ultralight backpacking information, resources, photos, and tips. Also has hiking adventure stories, and gear recommendations. |
Titanium Goat
A small company specializing in ultralight expedition gear such as the Vertex Series tent, titanium stoves, and carbon fiber tent stakes. Located in UT, USA. Online sales. |
Trails.com
Excellent site for researching your next outdoor activity with maps and guides to over 30,000 trails across North America. No need to buy lots of trail guide books and maps. You can search and download them from this site. Then just print the pages you need for your hike or bike. There is a subscription fee after the free trial period. |
Ultralight Adventure Equipment
Specializes in lightweight and ultralight backpacking equipment. We offer unique products that address the needs of transitioning traditionalists, lightweight, and ultralight thru-hikers, day hikers, and any-distance backpackers. |
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