by Garrett Martin | Feb 5, 2025 | Mixed Bag
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO THRU-HIKE Thru-Hiking on a Budget: How to Save & Cut Costs Before You Go Disclaimer: This is not financial advice but rather a framework for understanding how expenses can add up and how to plan accordingly. Preparing financially for a...
by Garrett Martin | Jan 22, 2025 | Mixed Bag
Behind the Build: The Nexus Frameless Backpack At ULA, every product tells a story, and the Nexus is no exception. At its core, the Nexus embodies connection. Thru-hiking and backpacking are journeys of discovery—connecting to the earth, meeting new people, and...
by Garrett Martin | Jan 15, 2025 | Mixed Bag
THIS PACK FITS GARRETT PERFECTLY How to Measure for the Perfect Torso and Hip Belt Fit on Your Backpack Properly fitting a backpack is essential for both comfort and safety when you’re out on the trail, whether you’re hiking for a day or embarking on a...
by Garrett Martin | Jan 8, 2025 | Mixed Bag
YARD SALE ON THE CDT Shake-Down Hikes: Testing Your Gear and Stamina Whether you’re gearing up for a thru-hike or just wanting to refine your kit, shake-down hikes are the best bang for your buck when it comes to intentionally testing out gear and your physical...
by Garrett Martin | Dec 11, 2024 | Mixed Bag
The Nexus: 40 Liter Ultralight Backpack Our newest 40-liter ultralight backpack, the Nexus, is our first scratch build pack in nearly a decade. In this article we break down all the new features of this innovative pack. For ultralight hikers striving for peak...
by Garrett Martin | Dec 11, 2024 | Mixed Bag
Behind the Build: The Circuit SV Here at Ultralight Adventure Equipment, we’re always looking for ways to innovate while staying true to the gear our community loves. That’s why we’re excited to show behind the scenes of the new Circuit SV (Small Volume)—a 48-liter...