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Almost all backpackers seek to minimize the weight and bulk of gear carried. A lighter pack causes less [[fatigue (physical)|fatigue]], injury and soreness, and allows the backpacker to travel longer distances. Every piece of equipment is evaluated for a balance of utility versus weight. Significant reductions in weight can usually be achieved with little sacrifice in equipment utility, though very lightweight equipment is often more costly. | Almost all backpackers seek to minimize the weight and bulk of gear carried. A lighter pack causes less [[fatigue (physical)|fatigue]], injury and soreness, and allows the backpacker to travel longer distances. Every piece of equipment is evaluated for a balance of utility versus weight. Significant reductions in weight can usually be achieved with little sacrifice in equipment utility, though very lightweight equipment is often more costly. | ||
A large industry has developed to provide lightweight gear and food for backpackers. The gear includes the backpacks themselves, as well as ordinary camping equipment modified to reduce the weight, by either reducing the size, reducing the durability, or using lighter materials such as special plastics, alloys of aluminium, | A large industry has developed to provide lightweight gear and food for backpackers. The gear includes the backpacks themselves, as well as ordinary camping equipment modified to reduce the weight, by either reducing the size, reducing the durability, or using lighter materials such as special plastics, alloys of aluminium, titanium, [[composite materials]], impregnanted fabrics and [[carbon fiber]]. Designers of [[portable stove]]s and [[tent]]s have been particularly ingenious. Homemade gear is common too, such as the [[beverage-can stove]]. | ||
Some backpackers use lighter and more compact gear than do others. The most radical measures taken in this regard are sometimes called [[ultralight backpacking]]. | Some backpackers use lighter and more compact gear than do others. The most radical measures taken in this regard are sometimes called [[ultralight backpacking]]. | ||
