In late September-October 2023, we hiked a section of the Great Himalaya Trail from Last Resort to Tilman Pass (5300 m), ending in Syabrubesi. This section is one of the most challenging on the GHT, possibly second only to the Sherpani Col – West Col – Amphu Labsta section.
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Are you interested in lowering the weight of your pack for the next hike, but don’t know where to start? Here are some tips of our favorite products, and some of our best recommendations. We use this gear in our own European hikes, and it is something you can find in other ultralight hikers’ backpacks.
Did you know that the manufacturing of lighter weight outdoor equipment consumes less natural resources than the comparable heavier gear? The emissions in the supply chain are also lower for lighter gear. This is because the used raw materials are in direct proportion to the weight of the end product.
Lowering your pack weight makes sense. You can hike longer or make your short hike easier and more enjoyable. With lighter pack you can extend your range, and see more in one trip.
In ultralight backpacking, bigger attention is paid to gear weight. Traditional way of thinking is to pack with you everything that increases comfort. This way you often end up struggling with a crushing weight just to enjoy the slight extra comforts in camp. But walking in nature should be something else: free, easy and enjoyable!
Suomi