It’s a little difficult to get ultralight backpacking explained in a simple, straightforward way. Thankfully there is no International Convention of Backpacking Standards and Terminology. We are left to our own devices to individually define “Lightweight” and “Ultralight” backpacking and argue endlessly over our definitions with other zealous backpackers (that’s half the fun of it all, right?)
Philip Werner at Sectionhiker.com prepared the slideshow below as a concise introduction to the idea of lightening your pack.
Philopsophy of Lightweight Backpacking and The Big Three from SectionHiker.com
One of my favorite books on the subject Ultralight Backpackin’ Tips is available at Amazon. You can read my review here.