Because ultralight backpacking
is for everyone

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They call 'em gram weenies. Or pound shredders.

Folks who cut toothbrushes in half and peel labels off jars to shave ounces from the weight of their packs.

They're the most dedicated, hardcore ultralight backpackers on the trail.

And hey, we admire them. Even count ourselves among 'em.

But the art and science of lightweight backpacking isn't just for gram weenies.

It's also for busy weekend warriors, newbie backpackers and retired people who finally have the time to go hiking. 
 
Basically, ultralight is for anyone who wants to:

  • Cover more miles on the trail each day
  • Hike with more energy and less fatigue
  • Reduce the impact on their knees and joints
  • See more countryside in less time

And ultimately... 

Have a more enjoyable backpacking trip. 

That's really what ultralight backpacking is all about.

And it's why all courses at Hike With Less are designed to help you find the right balance between weight and comfort.

We give you the skills and confidence to backpack with ONLY the things you need.

Because when you hike with less, you get so much more out of backpacking.

The guys behind Hike With Less...

Dustin Walker
Co-founder, Hike With Less

Location: Vancouver Island, B.C., Canada

Dustin is a journalist, copywriter and veteran backpacker -- he's enthusiastically building up his ultralight skills.

Dustin Walker

Dustin Walker

Casey

Casey Fielder

Casey Fielder
Co-founder & lead instructor, Hike With Less

Location: Mason, Michigan, USA

Casey is an ultralight backpacking expert. He's worked as an outdoors guide since 2012, leading multi-week trips through the Appalachian Mountains, Adirondacks and other remote parts of northeastern U.S.

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