Trail Tested: A Thru-Hiker's Guide to Ultralight Hiking and Backpacking

Good book with many great tips on all different kinds of hiking. Some people feel that he advertises a lot in the book. I didn't get this feeling. He dose list what he uses. Based on how long he has hiked. You will understand when you read the sponsorship chapter why he lists his brands a lot. However he never says this is the only brand you can buy. Take what he is saying and apply it to what brands you want and you'll be happy.

So much variety of topics! I will use it to reference later prior some of my trips.It’s more chaotic than Skurka’s book but in general it is a good addition to library and covers some special areas like travel with dog, in winter, technical sections, etc.Sidenotes: What author call homeopathy at the one of the tips is not homeopathy at all! A couple of times paragraphs was copied in different places of book, maybe for better reference by topics.

While there is a lot of information for the novice backpacker, it is also loaded with great tips for the highly experienced hiker. Chapters on foreign trips, winter travel, cross country travel and especially thru-hiking long distance trails are superb. I have backpacked for almost 40 years, recently doing the Colorado Trail with my Aussie dog, and I loved his chapter on hiking with dogs. Justin has very good ultra-light concepts, but keeps a balanced approach with bigger picture goals than just trying to cut another 0.127658 ounces off of the base weight, as fretted by some ultra-light fanatics. Equipment and pack weight are just a means to much more important end - appreciating the total backpacking/wilderness experience. This comes through in Justin's stories and passion for backpacking. I highly recommend this book.

I've been a long-time camping and hiking enthusiast and have many books, lots of gear, and lots of experience. Justin's book is the best compilation of recent and relevant tips and tricks there is. Very highly recommended to improve your knowledge or that of an adventurer you know. Can't miss!

If you have very minimal experience backpacking, this book could be helpful. It is mostly simplistic and I didn't find it very useful. I much preferred Andrew Skurka's Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide.

This in the same vane as Skurka's "Ultimate", but less philosophical and personal. I enjoyed the stories and honesty, but didn't get drawn in as much as I thought I would. I appreciated the specific gear recommendations, and the honesty regarding sponsorship. I especially liked how Trauma balanced reducing weight with comfort and durability.

I have read many books on the outdoors, camping, and hiking. This book is the first or last book you should have bought. Justin fills in all the missing pieces and answers all the unanswered questions. Pretty fast read too. Nice photos.

I still like clelland's or jardine's book(s) the most..this one still has some useful and good information and is worth having in the Ultralight library.

OK read. Condition excellent!

seems like a decent though not quite enough info on things that i would like in a book

Very good for someone wanting to learn about long distance hiking and/or backpacking.

Bought as part of a gift and the hubby loves it. A lot of great tips!