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Ultralight backpacking is almost a religion with some enthusiasts.

For those who've been at it for a while, they've reduced gear and weight so far down that any further cuts is measured in tenths of an ounce.

On the flip side, practitioners of this specialized form of backpacking also are always on watch for anything that will increase their comfort on the trail without adding any weight to their already stripped down burden.

Steven Gilman explains the basic concepts at http://www.the-ultralight-site.com/backpackingtechniques.html.

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