Visit us in person or online backpackinglight.com.au Who we are and what we do...
Backpacking Light - Australia
Who are we? We are a dedicated group of people who love the outdoors and the environment. We have been a plastic bag free shop for 15 years. We Hike, Kayak, Climb, Cycle, Sail and Travel Light and we like to carry less weight when we are out in the wilds. We don’t go all out gear-freaki
ng, but we like gear that weighs less and performs well. It is not always the lightest gear that is the best for our needs. Gear selection should suit different trips, whether hiking, biking or walking the Camino Trail. The gear may not be the lightest in the world but is lightweight and suits your needs and budget. Backpacking Light, located in Melbourne CBD is Australia's only Lightweight Adventure gear. Stocking leading ultralight gear brands Osprey, Montane ,Gossamer Gear, Hyperlite Mountain Gear, Aarn Packs, Big Agnes, Six Moon Designs and Sea to Summit Category-specific companies specialize in focusing their skills in one field, such as only clothing or only packs. Montane are able to produce clothing for outdoor sports which have sport-specific features, the weight is kept low and the comfort and breath-ability high. Aarn Design packs are bio mechanically efficient so that the weight is balanced and is more easily carried
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We are happy to discuss with you the range of options out in the market and advise on the gear most suitable for your needs. Our staff have travelled widely and very experienced, active in the outdoors and discerning about the gear we use. We can advise on the right gear for you trip.
