As Backpacker’s ultralight columnist, I’ve never been one to carry a camp chair. It’s the quintessential luxury item: very comfy, but very heavy. Any self-respecting ultralighter sits on the ground ...

Which travel hammock is best? Many people decide to take a hammock with them on backpacking, camping and hiking trips due to their lightweight compact size and versatility. You can sling them between ...

Unless camping out in a bell tent, trailer tent, or yurt, we tend to sacrifice comfort when we go camping. When I’m scrimping on weight, I use a rolled-up sweater inside my sleeping bag pouch as a ...