Skyhorse

A Backpacker's Guide to Making Every Ounce Count

For beginning backpackers and hikers, a few ounces can make the difference of a few extra miles. Steven Lowe, an avid outdoorsman, teaches readers how to shave weight by looking at your essentials in a different point of view. From cutting the tags from your clothes to sawing your toothbrush in half, this book shows you how to cut corners and give yourself the light load while on the trail.