Get the dirt on some of the gear we've been using

Hi Friends!

Happy August! It's prime time for backpacking, and we hope you're taking the opportunity to get up into the mountains to explore.

We have a bunch of new gear reviews for you. We're feeling inspired after spending July trail testing new stuff that just came to market and getting reacquainted with some of our go-to gear. Our individual gear reviews are quick to read. We think you'll find them interesting and well worth your time.

We highly recommend grabbing a camping blanket and cuddling up outside tonight to catch the tail end of the Perseid meteor shower. It will be one of the brightest shows in the night sky this year!

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- CleverHiker Team

Closeup of a backpacker holding Katadyn Micropur Water Purification Tablets

Katadyn Micropur Water Purification Tabs Review
We’ve come to really love Katadyn’s Micropur Water Tabs because they take up almost no pack space, they weigh next to nothing, and they can’t break or fail like a filter can.

Best Camping Blankets
Blankets are the best way to stay cozy, whether you’re stargazing in the backyard or hanging at camp on a chilly morning. But you don’t have to drag your comforter outside - these blankets are made for the outdoors!

Zpacks Classic Review
The Zpacks Classic Sleeping Bag is a quilt/sleeping bag hybrid with one of the best warmth-to-weight ratios we’ve seen. This hoodless bag packs down small, weighs next to nothing, and can be cinched tight when the temp. drops.

A backpacker collecting water from a lake with the Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter

Platypus GravityWorks
Water Filter Review
We have over a decade of experience using the Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter now, and it’s still one of our favorite water treatment options for backpacking with a partner or group.

The Enlightened Equipment Accomplice Quilt

GEAR PICK OF THE WEEK

Enlightened Equipment Accomplice 20

The Enlightened Equipment Accomplice is our favorite shared sleep system for couples who like keeping weight to a minimum and snuggles to a maximum. It’s one of the very few double quilts on the market, and it’s a great value compared to heavier double sleeping bags, especially considering its top-notch materials. It’s also worth considering for car camping if you’re looking for an unbeatable warmth-to-weight ratio and plenty of roominess to move freely. The Accomplice is customizable too, so you can choose the exact temperature rating, size, and colors you want.

See how it compares to the rest of the best on our lists of theBest Backpacking Quilts and Best Camping Sleeping Bags.

View at Enlightened Equipment

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