Topic: ultralight backpacking
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The Surprising Reason Your Outdoorsy Friend Swears By Gummy Bear Power Banks
The Haribo-licensed gummy bear power bank is favored by ultralight backpackers for its high 20,000mAh capacity and lightweight design, weighing under 10 ounces. It offers excellent value at around $23, featuring pass-through charging and fast-charging capabilities, while undercutting heavier, mor...
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Pocket Rocket Outperforms Haribo Gummy Bear Battery
No single ultralight battery is perfect, with each model presenting trade-offs in portability, reliability, and included accessories, as shown in a comparison of the Nitecore, Haribo gummy bear, and Iniu Pocket Rocket. Testing revealed discrepancies in weight, dimensions, and capacity, with the N...
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2025's Top Tent & Rain Jacket Fabrics: Dyneema, Silpoly, X-Pac
Understanding outdoor fabric terms like Dyneema, Silpoly, and X-Pac is essential for choosing gear that balances weight, durability, and weather resistance, helping avoid marketing confusion. Key materials include Silnylon for durability but with water absorption issues, Polyester for minimal sag...
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