Order this cutting-edge backpacking book "FAST Backpacking" from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other suppliers.
is the fastest way of getting you on the trail, using today's lightest recorded backpacking solution with full comfort and utility! The industry's top ultralight gear for 2025 combines with savvy techniques to promote comfort and safety for backpacking–truly ultralight. fast is by far today's most current book on the subject, and forms a quick, effective, and optimal solution to get you off the research trail and onto a real one. fast primarily focuses on trips one week or less in length, spring through fall. Longer treks require little addition to fast's gear list and weight. The 987 solution boasts only 9-18lbs, 2-7 days with great comfort if solo! This is achieved using applied education alongside prioritized, well-researched equipment choices. The entire fast paradigm is contained to one chapter for quick grasping, while all other chapters provide more depth on key topics and new subject matter.
Endorsed by four ultralight equipment manufacturers and a world thru-hiker, the book is unique because it not only provides a practical knowledge base for ultralight backpacking, but it saves the reader from wading through a sea of information to attempt an ultralight trekking solution. fast's top-quality equipment list includes a full tent, wide 3" air pad, pillow, wide 30-degree bag, ground sheet, wind shell, sleeping attire, ample food, bear-resistant food container, down jacket, rain gear, water filter, stove/fuel (for travel more than 3 days), personal items and more. Unlike some ultralight solutions, there is no need for homemade adjuncts, or weight reducing paradigms that are survival oriented. fast also unveils several tricks of the "ultralight magician" regarding trip strategies that maximize gear utility and overall safety for any form of nomadic travel or sport touring.
The book and its no-cost, Word file (for 1-click opening of 270 select URLs in the book), covers: equipment; packing tips; knots; safety; backpacking technique; navigational basics and electronic devices; conditioning; stretching; pest prevention; shelters; latest materials; stoves; wildlife management; and camping logistics. fast's best shelters, stoves, and electronic navigational devices are discussed and ranked, including product sites, usage reviews, and/or forum sites from experienced users.
fast enables speedier or longer daily mileage with far more comfort and less bodily stress over any duration. The book is also advantageous for motorcycle tourists, cyclists, campers, kayakers, backcountry skiers, and general nomadic travel.
fast is fast and furnishes an ultralight backpacking solution adjustable to any individual's comfort level. Its superlight weight includes everything...even food! Don't be amongst those carrying a 30-50 pound pack weight. Act fast and put this book at the top of your outdoor excursion list, or gift it to an enthusiast you know.