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They are really comfortable, true to size, and really help with keeping your feet cool on a hike.

– Debbie L., ★★★★★

Prevent blisters and let your feet breathe with our Zpacks Trail Cool Socks. Enjoy the same performance elite athletes have come to expect in other sports with an ultralight hiking sock that's comfortable, breathable, and dries in minutes.

Check out the rest of our Trail Cool collection to discover our full lineup of breathable UL clothing.

These are absolutely the warmest socks. I take them backpacking to put on when I get into camp and they keep my feet toasty.

– Amy W., ★★★★★

When the campfire just isn’t enough to keep you warm and your feet need a little extra help heating up, Brushtail Possum Socks are an ultralight must have. Made from a combination of New Zealand's brushtail possum fur, and New Zealand Merino lamb's wool, these socks are sure to keep your toes nice and toasty.

These socks are very thick and warm! They are rugged enough to hike in on cold days, and they also make excellent sleep socks. They are great for winter sports as well.

For extra warmth pair these socks with our Brushtail Possum Gloves!

*Socks are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.

NRS HydroSkin® Socks are the ultimate liner for hiking through snow, streams or other wet and cold conditions. They are thin enough to easily slip into your boots, trail runners, or sandals. The neoprene core insulates and protects your feet even when wet, and the 4-way-stretch PowerSpan™ outer layer gives you enhanced mobility and greater durability.

Keep your fingers warm when wet too with NRS HydroSkin Gloves.

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Zpacks Minimalist Trekking Poles are the lightest 3-section trekking poles (with or without wrist straps) on the market. Now featuring stiffer, lighter Carbon Fiber and lighter hardware, resulting in an unmatched weight for a clasp-lock style trekking pole.

Sleek, sturdy clasp-lock mechanisms are convenient and reliable, and the removable, interchangeable ultralight baskets are perfectly sized for most trail conditions.

Measurement lines in both English and metric units make finding the right height for your tent or your grip a breeze.

When weight is at a premium, our Minimalist Trekking Poles allow you to navigate the most rugged of terrain without sacrificing performance or function.

Our standard Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles share most of the same components and are available with a longer Cork or Foam grip. Long lower sections are also available if you need to give your pole a boost from 52" to 56" for very tall hikers or tall tents.

 

 

These things are sweet. Light as a feather, and stiff as a board. I love the additional grip down low under the handles. Adds way more versatility on steeper grades.

– Jesse B., ★★★★★

Don’t tackle peaks and valleys alone, always take a friend, and in this case take two!   Our trekking poles are made from ultralight, ultra-strong carbon fiber, with sturdy clasp locking mechanisms. They have a foam or cork handle for a comfortable sweat free grip.

Our standard Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles have an extended grip allowing you to shift your hand down on steep inclines. These share the same components with our Minimalist Trekking Poles which feature a smaller foam grip. Long lower sections are also available if you need to give your pole a boost from 52" to 56" for very tall hikers or tall tents.

 

It was great at blocking the sun and flexible in the wind. I used it for hours in a rain storm yesterday and it was so light I barely noticed I was holding it that long. I plan to bring this umbrella everywhere.

– Julie C., ★★★★★

Take cover from brutal sun and intense downpours with our Lotus Ultralight Umbrella. Our unique carbon fiber Lotus frame allows the umbrella to flex in the wind without breaking, a common flaw with other ultralight umbrellas that feature single-strut designs.

At an unmatched weight for it's strength and durability, the Lotus is perfect for beating the heat or helping you stay dry in a storm while still being sturdy enough to stand up to the abuse of a thru-hike. This umbrella will have your back rain or shine!

Add our Umbrella Holster for hands free use and our Umbrella Stuff Sack for storage.

The Zpacks Titanium Trail Pen is a custom made ultralight upgrade for hikers who still believe memories are made with ink, not megapixels. Lock the pen into place with our precision-engineered channel system and let your ideas, trail notes, sketches, and discoveries flow. If your gear can outlast a thru-hike, your words should too.

Comfortable for left or right-handed writing. Writes when wet! Pairs great with a Waterproof Trail Notebook!

Includes a small keyring (.02 oz / 7g) and two ink refill cartridges (.02 oz / 7g each.) Refill cartridges can be found here.

Pen measures 3.25" (8.26 cm) long. Our tiny oval carabiners, or mini-S carabiners are small enough to fit the little hole on the end of the pen to clip to your pack.

 

The Zpacks Waterproof Trail Notebook is designed to keep your notes from the field secure and dry when backpacking. This 3" x 5" (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm ) notebook lets you jot down your ideas, drawings, or journal as you go, knowing that the waterproof covers and pages will keep your notes protected from the weather.

This spiral-bound notepad lets you easily tear out pages to leave a note for a friend, or discard no longer needed pages to drop weight as you go on a thru-hike.

Pairs great with a Titanium Trial Pen!

Pillow was lightweight and perfect height. A good option for a lightweight pillow.

– Linda M., ★★★★★

Relax after a long day of adventure with our inflatable pillow. Designed for ultralight hikers looking to save weight without compromising comfort, our pillow inflates with only a breath or two and features a comfortable crescent shape perfect for back and side sleepers alike.

A soft Padded Pillowcase is also available for this item.

*This Item is Non-Returnable if Removed from Packaging*

A good night's rest isn't worth sacrificing. The Zpacks Padded Pillowcase adds luxury, and functionality to our Inflatable Pillow.

Soft Octa fleece is comfortable against your face, and a few layers of synthetic insulation adds a little bit of extra loft and cushion. 

Elastic straps on the back allow you to boost the height of your pillow with your sit pad, or any stuff sack or dry bag, and a shock cord strap secures the pillow to your sleeping pad to help prevent it from sliding.

This pillowcase is sized to perfectly fit our inflatable pillow, but it could also be stuffed with spare clothing like your Down Jacket. A zipper on the back of the pillowcase provides easy access to blow up your pillow, or to add or remove items.

When you've gone so ultralight that you are wearing all your clothing layers to bed but still want a comfortable spot to rest your head the Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow is the solution!

This camp pillow has ultra-soft Octa® fleece against your face, and is stuffed with multiple layers of synthetic insulation to give it resilient loft. The insulation can be removed or augmented with other gear items like a down hood and booties.

Elastic bands on the back allow you to attach it to a sit pad, stuff sack, or dry bag, to give your head extra lift. An adjustable shock cord band secures the pillow to your sleeping pad to keep it from sliding around.

The pillow folds and rolls to about the size of a soda can, and stays compressed with the shock cord strap to keep your packed size at a minimum.

For an even more luxurious pillow solution check out our Inflatable Pillow with Padded Pillow Case. If you prefer a more minimalist approach consider a Pillow Dry Bag stuffed with spare clothing.

Protect your investment with our Ultralight Sunglasses Case. Sleek, minimalist protection made from durable ripstop nylon with a soft Octa fleece lining to keep lenses scratch-free on trail or in town. A built-in hang loop makes it easy to clip to your pack, belt loop, or bike for quick access, while the magnetic clasp keeps everything securely closed.

A microfiber cleaning cloth is included, and stores conveniently in the stretchy Lycra pocket. The cleaning cloth stays attached to a small loop inside the pocket so that it never gets lost.

Spare microfiber cleaning cloths are available here.

A Microfiber Cleaning Cloth is a handy addition to your pack for wiping down your glasses or sunglasses.

Measures 5.75" inches (14.6 cm) square, with a convenient hang loop.

This is included attached to our Sunglasses Case.

Our ultralight Pipsqueak Knife is one of the smallest, lightest backpacking knives you can carry. The rugged titanium handle and stainless steel blade are up to typical trail tasks such as opening pesky food packaging, cutting guy lines, or mending your gear.

The included carabiner, and compact size make this knife comfortable clipped to your shoulder strap on a long thru-hike, or clipped to a belt loop as your every day carry.

If you are flying for your trip and can't carry on a knife, check out the Zpacks Flight Scissors.

 

The Victorinox Classic Swiss Army Knife is the perfect backpacking multi-tool at a minimal weight. It has a blade, functional scissors, a handy mini screwdriver, and nail file. A toothpick and tweezers are inserted in the sides.

This knife is either cobalt blue or red with the Zpacks crest on one side, and the Victorinox logo on the other side.

If you are flying for your trip and can't carry on a knife, check out the Zpacks Flight Scissors.

These stakes are perfect to me : strong enough, really lightweight and the tiny string is very convenient too.

– Patrick M., ★★★★★

These Sonic Stakes have a "Y-Beam" shape which gives them great holding power in a small package. The three-sided design also gives them good bend resistance for an ultralight stake. The price of aluminum beats titanium or carbon.

These are bright blue, which makes them hard to lose. They have a cord on the end to make it easy to pull them out of the ground.

Never hammer ultralight stakes. While the bend resistance feels very solid, these are able to bend if you put your full weight on them. They can also be bent back reasonably well.

Stakes worked well in a lot of different ground types. Rocky or sandy or bushes always seemed to find a way to set up my tent and they held all night. Very strong too. Haven’t bent any even though I did hit a few rocks.

– Jeremy S., ★★★★★

These ultralight titanium stakes have reasonable holding power and durability for their size. Titanium is very light and strong for its weight, but some care should be exercised to prevent bending. Thin stakes like these are easier to press into firm soil compared to thicker stakes. They are great for low intensity applications like pinning down a groundsheet, or in combination with some thicker higher holding power stakes like Zpacks Carbon Fiber Stakes. You will want to use rocks to weigh them down in loose soil or in windy conditions.

They have an orange head, which makes them harder to lose.

Easy to place into all terrain. Great holding capability.

– Zee S., ★★★★★

 

Increased surface area make these Carbon Fiber Stakes a great choice for a variety of terrain. Made with a Carbon Fiber shaft with a metal tip and metal end cap, these stakes have the best holding power to weight ratio of any of the stakes we carry. These stakes have a blue cord through the end to make them easy to see and easy to pull out of the ground.

The thick diameter allows them to grip the ground better than thin titanium. These are excellent in loose soil, and they have also proven to be very functional in typical dirt. On packed ground or on bedrock lay them sideways and anchor with rocks.

These are the only stakes that can reliably be carried through airport security. We have carried these stakes through US airport security a dozen times with no issues. Our experience with metal stakes is they are confiscated about half the time. Please report if you have any trouble with these.

I have used many different brands of titanium wire stakes and find these to be the best quality.

– Steve H., ★★★★★

Perfect for those hikers who need a little more strength and durability. These stakes are a little longer and thicker than our 6” ultralight titanium tent stakes. They have a little more grip and are less susceptible to bending. These stakes are easier to press into packed or frozen ground compared to larger stakes. Since these are ultralight stakes, It is better to press them into the ground rather than hammering. Use rocks to anchor them in high wind.

They have a red head, which makes them harder to lose.

Reliable, stays securely in ground. Peace of mind, especially in bad weather.

– Cheryl R., ★★★★★

These Y-Beam stakes are the largest and strongest that we have. The 7-inch length and large diameter give them excellent holding power.

These are difficult to bend. They are strong enough to withstand being hammered or pounded with a rock, however the top end may get chewed up so we would still recommend avoiding hammering. If the ground is too firm, turn them sideways and anchor them with a rock.

These are bright blue, which makes them hard to lose.  They have a cord on the end to make it easy to pull them out of the ground.

Lightweight and gets the job done. On of my favorite sites in Maine uses platforms and now I don't need to bring my heavier free standing tent.

– Neil D., ★★★★★

From the White Mountains to the Overland Track, these ultralight aluminum tent platform anchors allow you to easily stake out your tent on wooden platforms.

Attach your guyline's stake loop to these with a lark's head knot, wedge the anchor between the platform planks and then tighten down the guyline to hold it tight.

These are bright blue, which makes them hard to lose.

Get rid of those pesky free loaders with our 1g Tick Remover!  Barely bigger than a quarter, our tick remover gets the job done without adding noticeable weight.

Using a rock or stick to dig a latrine can be difficult and sometimes ineffective. The Ultralight Trowel offers a convenient solution to your cat hole digging challenges without taking up space or adding significant weight.

Also available with a Potty Pack to hold your TP and wipes.

I really like this flask. It has a nice shape, easy to fill, lightweight. It has become my go-to flask.

– Jeanine F., ★★★★★

Our titanium flask is a sleek and ultralight way to ensure you enjoy your favorite spirits after a long day on trail.  A lighter and stronger option than steel, titanium is the perfect choice for an ultralight flask that doesn't leave your whiskey with that unpleasant metallic tinge.

Also includes a titanium funnel for refills.

This large cotton bag is the perfect at home storage solution for ultralight sleeping bags and quilts! It is breathable and ensures your sleeping bag is not over-compressed. Stuff your bag loosely inside, hang it up in your closet, and you're good to go.

*The bag is not waterproof and is not intended to be used as a pack liner or a storage sack while on trail. Our quilts and sleeping bags include a waterproof dry bag for on trail use.

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Less smell, more waterproof = good idea. Sorry bears.

– Dave B., ★★★★★

NyloPro Odor Barrier Bags are an odor proof and water proof ultralight storage solution for the scented items you bring into the outdoors. Made from an ultra durable plastic film for long life and sized just right for most commercial bear bags and canisters, these sacks will shave ounces off your gear list and save you money. Sized to line our food bags and our backpacks as indicated on the Specifications tab below.

Zpacks Nylo Pro Groundsheet is made from the same durable 1mm clear nylon plastic as our popular Nylo Pro waterproof bags.

Nylo Pro plastic sheeting has higher puncture and tear resistance than the same thickness "cross-linked polyolefin" (Polycro / Polycryo) ground cloths that you may find elsewhere.

It won't last forever but is an ultralight way to protect your tent floor without breaking the bank. Cut your 5' x 8' (152 cm x 2.4m) tent footprint to size with regular scissors. Add stick-on loops to the corners for tent stakes if needed.

Great item to add to your repair/ditty bag/possibles kit. In a pinch the needle can be converted to a fishing hook. It could also be used for an emergency suture if you don’t have butterfly bandages or superglue to seal a laceration.

– David G., ★★★★★

Be prepared for any mishap and keep your gear in good shape until the end of your thru-hike with this handy sewing repair kit. This kit is perfect for repairing your backpack, clothing, or any other gear items that need a touch up while on trail.

Make sure to order some repair tape for the ultimate field repair kit set up.

Perfect for hikers and travelers alike, our ultralight foldable hair brush's compact design ensures effortless portability while maintaining durability for rugged outdoor conditions. The built-in mirror isn't only great for daily grooming but can also serve as a signal mirror in a pinch.

 This sleek, high-pitched powerhouse is crafted from top-grade titanium, ensuring it's as tough as your wildest adventures and as light as a feather. Weighing in at a mere fraction of an ounce, it won’t bog down your pack, yet it delivers an ear-piercing blast that cuts through the forest, making it an essential safety tool for hikers, backpackers, and trailblazers.

Attach it to your shoulder strap and be ready to make some noise when it counts. Whether you're navigating dense trails, signaling for help, or just letting your buddies know it's time to pack up, this whistle ensures you're heard loud and clear.

*This item is not eligible for return.

Stay safe in the backcountry with this ultralight, ultra-tiny whistle clip. This small, low profile whistle is surprisingly loud, and allows you to signal for help when you find yourself in danger on an adventure.

Clip the whistle to your backpack's daisy chain or sternum strap to keep it handy. Or thread a piece of cord through the hole to hang it from a loop.

*This item is not eligible for return.

Zpacks custom-designed Tiny Oval Carabiners are the smallest, lightest, functional ultralight carabiners in existence. Weighing in at a minuscule 1.5 grams each, these carabiners are specifically designed to fit well on 1/2" or 3/4" webbing to conveniently clip to any backpack.

They are good for clipping small items to your backpack, or securing your pocket knife, keys, or wallet to a belt loop.

We also use them to lock in our interchangeable Shoulder Straps on all our backpacks. Also available as an S style carabiner.

At just 2 grams each our Mini-S Carabiner may be the lightest metal carabiner anywhere! It is perfectly sized to clip to the 1/2" daisy chains and loops on our backpacks and tents, and it is strong enough to keep all your doo-dads securely clipped.

It is a tiny but mighty clip, perfect for hanging your bear bag at camp, or organizing all those loose essentials. Weighing next to nothing, it's built tough enough for almost any backpacking need but is not meant to support a human's weight.

The silver version is unpainted and wont scratch up, perfect for metal items like a pocket knife or key ring. Also available as as an even lighter Oval shaped carabiner.

If you are missing a spot to clip it to, add a Stick on Loop to the inside of your backpack or tent.

True to form, at just 3 grams each Zpacks' wiregate carabiners are a little bit lighter than the competition. They are perfect for clipping items to your pack, hanging your food bag, and many other uses. They are strong enough for almost any backpacking application, but are not meant to support a human's weight.

If you need a spot on your gear to clip it to, add a Stick on Loop.

On my first backpacking trip with this item we had some very wet weather and I repeatedly found uses for this very light but super practical sit pad. It’s comfy to sit on but was also handy for kneeling on when dealing with wet gear or having a clean/dry place to put things on. Everyone in my family wants one now!!”

– Brandie L., ★★★★★

When it is time to stop for a meal or to relax and take in the views, our Foam Sit Pad will give you a dry, comfortable seat anywhere. This ultralight foam sit pad folds down small so that it is easy to pack. It fits nicely in the base-straps on our backpacks, or in an exterior pocket. You can pull it out on breaks to keep your butt dry and padded, or tuck it into the foot of your sleeping bag for padding under your feet at night.

Blue 4-section pads have the most compact folded size and are best if you plan to store the pad inside your backpack or tucked in an external pocket.

Gray 3-section pads are the same dimensions, but they fold vertically into a longer, skinnier packed size. This style is more rigid when used as back padding in our Nero backpacks. The longer, skinnier packed shape is also more secure when stored in base straps.

The Zpacks Titanium Trail Spoon is crafted with the perfect dimensions for ultralight backpacking. It has a classic teaspoon shape to a keep weight at a minimum, and an ergonomic handle that is long enough to keep your knuckles clean while still being short enough to pack easily in a shoulder pouch or belt pouch where it is easily accessible.

The sturdy titanium metal, and familiar shape is comfortable and easy to use while offering exceptional strength at a minimal weight.

This spoon fits the Trail Brush. It has a slightly narrower handle than other brand titanium spoons, which helps you avoid bumping your teeth with the metal when brushing.

When every ounce counts the Titanium Long Handle Spoon is the only utensil you’ll ever need. This ultralight long handle spoon reaches deep to the bottom of trail food pouches and is strong enough to cook anything you can come up with.

 

Make sure you have fresh clean teeth to lift your spirits without weighing down your pack. This ultralight, compact toothbrush is integrated into a case designed to function as an extension handle and includes a mini toothpaste tube.

The included toothpaste tube holds enough for a week or more if used sparingly. When it runs out, pinch the air out, butt it up tight against a normal toothpaste tube, and squeeze more in to re-fill it. Refills are also available here.

These are not returnable once the packaging is opened, unless there is a defect.

The lightest toothbrush on trail. The lighter-than-a-gummy-bear Trailbrush attaches to the hole found on most titanium spoons and sporks, multi-purposing the handle and reducing the weight of your toothbrush.

This brush works great with the Zpacks Titanium Trail Spoon, as well as our Long Handle Titanium Spoon. It is also compatible with most other brands like Toaks.

The Trailbrush weighs less than a US Penny! 

*Spoon not included.*

BONUS: Includes a free Tiny 5g Tube of Colgate Toothpaste

For long days, long miles this is the filter setup you can trust and forget about. The full size Sawyer Squeeze filter lasts longer and is more reliable than the mini or micro variants.

The 0.1-micron absolute hollow-fiber filter turns questionable sources into reliable hydration, removing 99.99999% of bacteria (like E. coli, salmonella, and cholera), 99.9999% of protozoa (giardia and cryptosporidium), and 100% of microplastics. It’s clean water without the mental math.

It pairs with a 1-liter collapsible TPU bottle that’s BPA-free and FDA-approved, packs down tiny in your side pocket, and stands upright when full, so you’re not wrestling a floppy bag every time you stop to fill up. The Sawyer Squeeze thread pattern is also compatible with standard disposable water bottles like Smart water.

Built for the long haul, the Sawyer Squeeze Filter is reusable and rated up to 100,000 gallons, with thick fiber walls that handle aggressive backflushing to keep your flow rate strong trip after trip. The whole system weighs under 5 ounces and includes a cleaning coupling and plunger so you can keep moving instead of troubleshooting.

Every filter is triple-tested during manufacturing, and every purchase helps support clean water initiatives worldwide—good for your hike, good beyond it.