Trail Tested: A Thru-Hiker's Guide to Ultralight Hiking and Backpacking

Justin Lichter, a.k.a. Trauma, divulges hundreds of valuable tips and advice based on his more than 35,000 miles of hiking across the country and beyond. Trail Tested is a comprehensive guide to hiking and backpacking. Whether you're a new hiker looking for expert advice, an experienced hiker looking to hone your skills, or a thru-hiker gearing up for a 6-month trip, this book is packed with priceless information to make your trip a successful and comfortable one.

Vibrant images from Trauma's treks will entice all readers of all skill levels to get out and enjoy the backcountry. You'll learn why getting the right gear and learning outdoor skills are integral to making the most out of your next backpacking trip. Some topics included in this guide are:
* Gear advice, including backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, ultralight shetlers, and clothing
* Gear maintenance and repair
* Ultralight tips for novices to gram-counters
* Low-impact camping and hiking
* Campsite selection
* Hiking with dogs
* Navigating the backcountry
* Winter camping
* First aid
* Weather forecasting
* Advanced techniques for creating routes, cross-country hiking, fording rivers, multi-sport adventures, and animal encounters

• Ultralight Backpackin' Tips: 153 Amazing & Inexpensive Tips For Extremely Lightweight Camping
• The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail
• Backpacker Long Trails: Mastering the Art of the Thru-Hike
• Lighten Up!: A Complete Handbook For Light And Ultralight Backpacking (Falcon Guide)
• The Backpacker's Field Manual, Revised and Updated: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering Backcountry Skills
• Ultralight Survival Kit
• Recipes for Adventure: Healthy, Hearty and Homemade Backpacking Recipes
• Backpacker The Complete Guide to Backpacking: Field-Tested Gear, Advice, and Know-How for the Trail
• The Backpacker's Handbook, 4th Edition
• Trail Food: Drying and Cooking Food for Backpacking and Paddling