Altogether, these nine ultralight backpacking items weigh just over nine pounds—perfect for the ultralight-curious.

Choosing an ultralight pack is one of the trickiest gear decisions to make—you aren’t just considering the weight and features of the pack, you also have to account for how much the rest of your gear ...

Ultralight packs are intended for hikers with extremely pared-down kits. As a result, they tend to come in relatively low volumes—think 40 to 50 liters rather than the 55 to 65 liters that’s typical ...

Ultralight backpacks used to be almost-exclusive fodder for lesser-known brands and custom makers, but now a collection of big companies that are taking the category more seriously are bringing these ...

Backpacking, bikepacking, and lengthy hikes require compact and airy products to lighten the load and make treks bearable—but these days, you don’t have to sacrifice warmth or comfort. Regarding ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The price is steep, but this is everything—absolutely everything—you could want from an ultralight ...

Ready to stop hauling a heavy pack? Discover the ultralight backpacking gear that trims your base weight without sacrificing comfort.

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