Ultralight packs are intended for hikers with extremely pared-down kits. As a result, they tend to come in relatively low volumes—think 40 to 50 liters rather than the 55 to 65 liters that’s typical ...

For those who believe that less weight means more freedom in the backcountry, there’s never been a better time to be a hiker. Gone are the days when going ultralight meant you carried nothing more ...