Tag: winter backpacking
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Western Mountaineering Puma Sleeping Bag: Cold-Weather Guide
The Western Mountaineering Puma sleeping bag is a specialized option for backpackers planning very cold conditions. The supplied royal blue listing describes a mummy bag with a full down collar, interlocking draft tubes, and a -25°F temperature rating. This is a different category of equipment from a typical mild-weather camping bag. This guide reviews the…
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Backpacking Camping Checklist: What to Pack for 9 Environments
A backpacking camping checklist should match the place you are going, not just the equipment you already own. A snowy valley, a forested mountain and a tropical beach all require shelter, drinking water and a sleep system, but the details change dramatically. This guide covers nine environments so you can build a practical packing list…