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Trail Life: Ray Jardine's Lightweight Backpacking
by
Ray Jardine
Paperback
Published
October 1st 2009
by Adventurelore Press
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"It's classic Jardine".
This 2009 publication is the updated version of Ray's classic 1990 "Beyond Backpacking". It details his present system of long distance thru-hiking, which i based on "25,000 Miles of Trail-Tested Know-How".
It is not on Amazon.com, and may not be. Ray is distributing the book himself. My copy came 2 days after I ordered it through his web site. There are no references to any specific products by outdoor manufacturers, as is the case in the usual gear/ backpacking revie...more
This 2009 publication is the updated version of Ray's classic 1990 "Beyond Backpacking". It details his present system of long distance thru-hiking, which i based on "25,000 Miles of Trail-Tested Know-How".
It is not on Amazon.com, and may not be. Ray is distributing the book himself. My copy came 2 days after I ordered it through his web site. There are no references to any specific products by outdoor manufacturers, as is the case in the usual gear/ backpacking revie...more
Okay, I am not a lightweight backpacker, and I don't think I'll ever be. This book did have some good tips about food, packing an umbrella(!), and how to pack your pack. Ray knows his hiking, and I learned some things about being in the backcountry that I'll use on my next trip. For the record, Ray, not all mountain bikers are "adrenaline junkies." As a hiker and a mountain biker, I like the same things about being in nature whether I am on foot or on my bike. Not every rider is like what you se...more
I was initially hesitant to look into the whole ultra-light thing, since some of its adherents have a kind of cult-ish attitude towards it, but my dad convinced me to read this, and my attitudes have definitely changed. Yes, some of the stuff in the book is a bit...fanatical (sewing over logos? Refusing to eat products made with processed flour?), but if you exercise a healthy skepticism while reading it, there's a TON of great information to be had, not to mention some great philosophically-ori...more
Jardine is a genuine adventurer. His 25,000 miles of trail experience just scratches the surface of his sweeping array of accomplishments.
This man has put in the hours on the trail & diligently refined his system of lightweight backpacking, which he refers to as "the Ray Way."
Jardine has engineered the system shared in this book from the ground up over several decades. The first edition of this book was a pioneering impetus for many lightweight backpacking techniques that now are widely popu...more
This man has put in the hours on the trail & diligently refined his system of lightweight backpacking, which he refers to as "the Ray Way."
Jardine has engineered the system shared in this book from the ground up over several decades. The first edition of this book was a pioneering impetus for many lightweight backpacking techniques that now are widely popu...more
Ray has his opinions but a lot of good advice on light weight backpacking. The latest addition has removed a few of the goofier notions, like repelling mosquitoes by having the right frame of mind. Ray's a bright guy with some clever solutions.
Lots of great advice, just expect Ray to come off as arrogant. He seems like kind of a dick, but I like alot of what he has to say about backpacking. I even went so far as to buy a tarp like his and bought his tarp book, both of which I would recommend if you like sleeping outside.
fantastic read! great tips on making your backpacking experience better, whether its long distance or not. helped me in fine tuning certain aspects of backpacking ~ packing, clothing, gear, food etc.
Great look at all aspects of lightweight backpacking, from sewing your own gear to trail shock to stealth camping to backpacking from a woman's perspective.
Great book on principles of lightweight backpacking. Jardine shares a plethora of information that he and his wife have gained over thousands of miles of hiking. Gives you the necessary info for forming your own decision on what works for your own needs.
I skimmed through the information that applied to my skills and hiking needs.
I skimmed through the information that applied to my skills and hiking needs.
Very thought provoking. Ray gets preachy sometimes, but there is lots of practical tips as well as a new way of thinking about backpacking. After reading this, you look at the outdoor gear on the market with much more critical eye.
This is a must read for anyone considering ultralight backpacking. Ray compiles many tips and tidbits from his extensive camping experience. While bordering on preaching, Ray has some interesting things to say.
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