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Get ready for a more comfortable hike without the back pain.
Travel + Leisure
Im no ultralight hiker.
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If youre not familiar with the world of ultralight hiking, just know that it gets wild out there.
For years, I toted around a full mess kit with this very idea in mind.
As much as I lovereusable water bottlesand hydration bladders, theyre typically on the heavier end, too.
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Carrying less water by finding spots to fill up in advance can save full pounds.
Or large, rather.
Even better, it doubles as a sit pad, so you wont need to bring a chair.
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If youre heading out solo, check out theone-person versionfor an even lighter load.
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