The Week In Review

I'm got back late from my backpacking/ packrafting trip yesterday, hence the delay. Expect a trip report if I find the time before heading to Amsterdam and my computer doesn't die on me, until then enjoy these trip reports and other articles.



A mix of gear and trip report is Phil's Argos Budget Lightweight Challenge, which I found a good and interesting read. Go and read if you're keen to introduce someone to backpacking and get good gear for decent money!

Pig Monkey's Tale of Two in the Wild Sky is a recommended read for all those who enjoy mountains and pretty photos. Go read and see!

Dave is writing up his Seiland adventure, go read Part 1 and Part 2 to see what it means if the Norwegians take the dogs for a walk!

Martin tells us about his last trip, and it is as usual a great story.

James from The Lighter Side is new in the blogging business, and his Dartmoor Walkabout is a good read with interesting thoughts on gear. I recommend you check it out!

Back to Norway where Thomas takes us to Rondane where he spent four days with Anders. Beautiful photos and thoughts on light gear in the mountains, recommended read!



Barleybreeder lets us know a smart solution for traveling in environments with a high density of blood sucking insects. If you head to Lapland, Canada or Scotland, take a look at those garments which will offer you peace from mosquitos, midges & Co.

Carsten takes a first look at the Inov-8 Roclite 288 GTX, the world's lightest GoreTex boot. He will follow it up in a few weeks with a Review, once it has rained enough!

Joe enlightens us about smart and delicious foods when on the trail, and if you're tired of always the same grub take a look at his menu.

Nick's 10 Steps to Firelighting without Failure is useful for all those who'd like to start using their woodburning stoves or impress friends by lighting a fire.

PTC's Gear Diary goes in the next round.

Keith did a review of the Terra Nova Laser 20l pack, and does a good job on it, and also shows what all fits into it!

I found Maz's Tilley TH5 Review also very interesting, such a hat would have been handy last weekend!

If you're planning a trip to Lapland, check out Roger's Nordkalottleden Gear Review which helps if you're not sure about what to take to the beautiful north.

Markus made a MYOG Visor Buff, a great little project for a boring weekend.

Jonas, who was with us on the Trekking-Ultraleicht.de Winter trip, is finally trying UL backpacking and shares his thoughts on it.

Finally, travelling light is not only smart when going outdoors, also if you're travelling to cities for holidays going light is the way to go. This website gives a bunch of good information on how to lighten up if you're travelling for business & pleasure.

Remember, you now can become a Fan of Hiking in Finland and Nordic Lightpacking on Facebook!

I'm got back late from my backpacking/ packrafting trip yesterday, hence the delay. Expect a trip report if I find the time before heading to Amsterdam and my computer doesn't die on me, until then enjoy these trip reports and other articles.



A mix of gear and trip report is Phil's Argos Budget Lightweight Challenge, which I found a good and interesting read. Go and read if you're keen to introduce someone to backpacking and get good gear for decent money!

Pig Monkey's Tale of Two in the Wild Sky is a recommended read for all those who enjoy mountains and pretty photos. Go read and see!

Dave is writing up his Seiland adventure, go read Part 1 and Part 2 to see what it means if the Norwegians take the dogs for a walk!

Martin tells us about his last trip, and it is as usual a great story.

James from The Lighter Side is new in the blogging business, and his Dartmoor Walkabout is a good read with interesting thoughts on gear. I recommend you check it out!

Back to Norway where Thomas takes us to Rondane where he spent four days with Anders. Beautiful photos and thoughts on light gear in the mountains, recommended read!



Barleybreeder lets us know a smart solution for traveling in environments with a high density of blood sucking insects. If you head to Lapland, Canada or Scotland, take a look at those garments which will offer you peace from mosquitos, midges & Co.

Carsten takes a first look at the Inov-8 Roclite 288 GTX, the world's lightest GoreTex boot. He will follow it up in a few weeks with a Review, once it has rained enough!

Joe enlightens us about smart and delicious foods when on the trail, and if you're tired of always the same grub take a look at his menu.

Nick's 10 Steps to Firelighting without Failure is useful for all those who'd like to start using their woodburning stoves or impress friends by lighting a fire.

PTC's Gear Diary goes in the next round.

Keith did a review of the Terra Nova Laser 20l pack, and does a good job on it, and also shows what all fits into it!

I found Maz's Tilley TH5 Review also very interesting, such a hat would have been handy last weekend!

If you're planning a trip to Lapland, check out Roger's Nordkalottleden Gear Review which helps if you're not sure about what to take to the beautiful north.

Markus made a MYOG Visor Buff, a great little project for a boring weekend.

Jonas, who was with us on the Trekking-Ultraleicht.de Winter trip, is finally trying UL backpacking and shares his thoughts on it.

Finally, travelling light is not only smart when going outdoors, also if you're travelling to cities for holidays going light is the way to go. This website gives a bunch of good information on how to lighten up if you're travelling for business & pleasure.

Remember, you now can become a Fan of Hiking in Finland and Nordic Lightpacking on Facebook!

The Week In Review