Provides details about philosophy and approach, equipment reviews, and trip reports.

Specifications for ultralight backpacking equipment, listed from lightest to heaviest in these categories: tents, tarptents, pyramids and shaped tarps, basic tarps and ponchos, hammocks and camping hammocks, bivy sacks, sleeping bags, sleeping pads and backpacks.

Provides personal notes on the ultra-light backpacking philosophy along with reviews for lightweight gear and shelters. Explains techniques for carrying less weight that enhances the backpacking experience. Offers details about hikes in the Great Lakes region and northern lower Michigan.

Ideas, perspectives, and gear lists from actual hikes.

Features gear reviews, journal entries, and information on lightweight materials.

Information and inspiration for those seeking a lighter pack.

Features tips, thoughts and insights on reducing pack weight.

Information and photos of bivy sacks, tarp tents, Esbit stoves, and other weight-saving gear.

Ultralight resource pages describing gear, fitness regimes and resources for lightweight backpacking. A forum is available along with a Tuesday night chat room.

Features instructions for selecting and constructing lightweight gear.

Centerwalk is a site for Ultralight Backpacking and Ultralight Backpackers. Included are tips and techniques, as well as links to other sources of information.

A place to ask questions, and find answers, about Ultralight Backpacking gear and techniques.

Aids in the reduction of pack weight in preparing for long distance hiking or tramping. Includes gear reviews and links to lightweight product sources.