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Flash Flood Safety Tips For Hikers And Backpackers

While out backpacking and hiking in nature, there are many things you need to be aware of – wild animals, getting lost, the heat of the sun, and staying hydrated, for example. Making sure you have enough water is vital to any hiker's survival. But what happens if you end up with too much water, the...

By Emily Leikam · 6 min read

KÜHL's Guide on Ultralight Backpacking Basics And Essential Gear

Backpackers are in the midst of an ultralight backpacking debate - with one-upmanship seen in having a base weight in the region of 10 pounds. The goal is to balance easy mobility and preparedness. Although a lighter backpack allows for more flexibility, ultralight camping has its disadvantages...

By Tom Harrison · 20 min read

Best Backpacking Meals: KÜHL's Top Backpacking Food Ideas

Backpacking is exhausting and energy-intensive. That’s why hiking food requires special consideration in any backpacking checklist. Just because the food needs to fit in your backpack does not mean settling for boring and repetitive meals. Backpacking food can be nutritious, flavorful, and...

By Tom Harrison · 17 min read