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<h1>Backpacking Forum and Message Board</h1>
<h2>The Backpacking Message Forums, also known as Backpacking Bulletin
Board, Backpacking Chat and the Backpacking Discussion Group, is an
excellent place to exchange info with experienced backcountry travelers
who, frankly, are tired of carrying the kitchen sink into the
backcountry. The Backpacking Light discussion group has many
lightweight and ultralight topics for both the backpacking light folks
as well as backpackers, in general. Many of the members who frequent
the backpacking message boards are already dedicated ultralight packers
with much knowledge and wisdom to share in the backpacking forums,
message board, and discussion groups related to reducing pack weight,
including the option of making your own gear. To that end, there is a
backpacking chat forum appropriately named "Make Your Own Gear". There
is also a hiking discussion message forum for buying and selling new &
used outdoor gear.</h2>
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