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Backpacking Light Basics

Trim pack weight safely

Ultralight principles include weighing gear, cutting redundant items, choosing lighter shelter/sleep systems within safety, and packing enough food/water treatment while keeping comfort needs.

Audit Gear

Weigh everything; drop redundancies; pick multi-use items.

Keep Safety

Shelter, sleep, insulation, navigation, first aid, water treatment.

Pack Smart

Balance weight distribution; plan food/water by terrain.

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