Best Hiking Gear Review Sites: Independent Field Testers
Discover seven independent hiking gear reviewers who test equipment on real trails — from ultralight purists to budget hackers to sleep-system specialists.
From the trail
Guides, gear notes and trip reports
How to use PackLite, what we carried, and what it weighed.
Best Weekend Hiking Escapes Near Major US Cities
Discover authentic weekend hiking escapes within 2 hours of NYC, LA, Chicago, Denver, Seattle, Boston, SF, Portland, Austin & DC. Local blogger recommendations.
7 Lightweight Tent Review Sites Worth Bookmarking
Seven independent websites run by real hikers who sleep in the rain — where to find honest, data-backed lightweight tent reviews.
Cool Swiss Hiking Destinations for Hot Summer Weekend Trips
Escape the summer heat on Swiss weekend hikes. Discover cool alpine lakes, shaded limestone gorges, and high alpine meadows — all beginner-friendly.
Why PackLite?
Why use PackLite? Move from Excel Lists or notes on paper to a structured tool that helps you organize you Gear not just for one trip.
Understanding Gear Weight and Planning Your Load
Learn what base weight, trail weight, and carry weight mean — and how to use them to plan smarter.