The goal was clear—design a frameless pack that balanced weight, durability, and functionality while meeting the specific needs of thru-hikers. And so, the Nexus project was born. “We started...
Properly fitting a backpack is essential for both comfort and safety when you’re out on the trail, whether you’re hiking for a day or embarking on a long thru-hike. A poorly fitting backpack can...
Whether you’re gearing up for a thru-hike or just wanting to refine your kit, shake-down hikes are the best bang for your buck when it comes to intentionally testing out gear and your physical...
Our newest 40-liter ultralight backpack, the Nexus, is our first scratch build pack in nearly a decade. In this article we break down all the new features of this innovative pack.
What prompted a smaller version of the Circuit? Peter: “When we started designing the Circuit SV, there were a lot of hikers in our company, myself included, whose gear has evolved as materials...
This is a spin off from our “How to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail” series with Two-time Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker and Calendar Year Triple Crowner “Professor Carl” Stanfield. In this...
Two-time Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker and One-time Calendar Year Triple Crowner Carl Stanfield’s “How to Thru-hike the Appalachian Trail” continues with everything you need to consider while...
This is part 2 of a multi-part series written by 2-time Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker and Calendar Year Triple Crowner, Carl “Professor” Stanfield. Part 1 can be found here, with subsequent parts...
When sending in a backpack for repairs, there are several important steps you should take to ensure the process goes smoothly. We offer a repair service to extend the life of your backpack, but...
When it comes to finding a backpack for your young hiker, durability, adjustability, and comfort are key. The ULA Equipment Kid’s Spark Backpack ticks all those boxes, making it a fantastic choice...
There’s a lot to consider when choosing the right pack for your next adventure. Two key factors are: How much total weight will you be carrying (Gear + Consumables)? And what kind of gear do you...
We put together this gear guide to take out some of the guess work while shopping for others, or a starting point for those non-backpackers that have asked you what you want!
