Tools Reviews

All tools gear reviews.

BIC Mini Lighter Review

The BIC Mini Lighter is the ultralight backpacker's default fire tool — 11.5g, ~2,200 lights, and available at virtually every gas station on earth.

BIC 11.5g Rating: 8.5/10

MSR Groundhog Tent Stakes Review

The MSR Groundhog is the gold-standard Y-beam aluminum stake for backpackers—excellent holding power in most soils, but heavier than ultralight alternatives.

MSR 83.7g Rating: 9.5/10

TheTentLab Deuce #2 Review

The TheTentLab Deuce #2 is a 17g ultralight cathole trowel made from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum — a cleverly designed LNT tool with a real learning curve.

TheTentLab 17g Rating: 8/10