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| Preface | ix | |
| Acknowledgments | xi | |
| Introduction: The Ultralight Way | 1 | |
| Pillars of the Ultralight Way | ||
| Why Ultralight? | ||
| 1. | Backpacks | 5 |
| The Right Fit, the Right Feel | ||
| Lightweight Backpacks | ||
| The Ultralight Backpack | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| How to Pack a Pack | ||
| 2. | Shelter | 19 |
| Tents | ||
| The Ultralight Tent | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| Tarps | ||
| Bivy Sacks | ||
| 3. | Sleeping Bags | 36 |
| Down versus Synthetics | ||
| The Ultralight Sleeping Bag | ||
| Care of Your Bag | ||
| Sleeping Pads | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| 4. | Footwear | 47 |
| The Big Switch | ||
| The Naked Foot | ||
| Ankle Support | ||
| The Ultralight Shoe | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| Rain and Wetness | ||
| Shoe Care | ||
| Insoles | ||
| Socks | ||
| 5. | Clothing | 59 |
| The Layering System | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| 6. | The Rest of the Gear | 70 |
| What to Bring | ||
| Trimming the Fat | ||
| What to Leave at Home | ||
| 7. | Food | 84 |
| Building Blocks of Ultralight Food | ||
| And Now ... the Food | ||
| 8. | Health and Safety | 94 |
| Animals | ||
| Staying Found | ||
| Weather | ||
| First Aid | ||
| Drinking Water | ||
| Hygiene | ||
| Stretching | ||
| 9. | Walking | 107 |
| Relaxation: The Strongest Muscle | ||
| Bones: The Soft Touch | ||
| Keeping Pace | ||
| Rest Breaks | ||
| Trekking Poles | ||
| 10. | The Ultralight State of Mind | 115 |
| The Most Essential Piece of Gear | ||
| The Mythology of Gear | ||
| From Equipment Reliance to Self-Reliance | ||
| Meditation | ||
| Wilderness Ethics | ||
| 11. | On the Long-Distance Trail | 121 |
| Training | ||
| Logistics and Planning | ||
| Mental Adjustments | ||
| Training: Month-by-Month | ||
| Appendices | 129 | |
| An Ultralighter's Overnight Pack | ||
| Manufacturers and Suppliers | ||
| World Wide Web Resources | ||
| Index | 135 | |
| Photo Credits and Trademarks | 140 |
| Price | Condition | Delivery | Seller | Action |
| $99.99 | Digital |
| WonderClub |
Nell Peyronnin
reviewed The Ultralight Backpacker : The Complete Guide to Simplicity and Comfort on the Trail on April 06, 2010
The Ultralight Backpacker
If this book were a bit more updated I would've given it a 5 rating. The idea is that "every ounce counts" and that we can more fully enjoy nature once we remove more of our self-imposed boundaries between us and nature.
Ryel seems to know his stuff when it comes to the UL approach. He shares with the reader some creative ideas to help lighten your load without having to spend a lot of money in the process. I like that he considers different pieces of gear, pros and cons of each piece, and allows the reader to decide for themselves what might work best in their individual situation. He shares some good website recommendations and even some sample gear lists.
With Ryel's help and that of some good buddies I've been able to get my base pack weight (minus consumables, for 4-7 days) down to 9.6 pounds and can still be extremely comfortable. I don't have to sacrifice my tent, thermarest or other creature comforts. But I have learned that the cans of Dinty Moore Beef Stew had to go!!
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