Hikelight Accessories

Accessories

Leki Titan Hiking Poles

Leki is the leader in hiking poles and the Titan is super light and loaded with features. The three sections adjust from 60 to 130 cm. The silicone antishock "absorber" softens every step. A soft grip, adjustable strap, and carbide flextip round out the features. Only 7.4 oz. each
$124.95/Pair No. 4040

Stubai Ultralight Universal Crampons

This is the perfect ultralight 10-point crampon for keeping safe on those nasty sidehill snowfields. Fits everything from moon boots to flip-flops. Adjustable Zytel straps. Just 21 oz. for lots of security.
Backpacker Magazine said, "...they'll stay snug on any footwear, even beefy tennis shoes. No tools are necessary for adjustment." Climbing Magazine said, "These amazingly light and nimble warriers are a top choice for low angle mountaineering and snow routes." 21 oz.
$99.95 No. 7111

1/4 & 1/2 oz. Nalgene Containers for Soap, Sunblock, & Repellent

These small polyethylene containers can cut the weight and size of your insect repellent, suntan lotion, and liquid soap by more than half. If you're currently carrying 1 or 2 oz. containers, you can transfer what you need for all but the longest trips to these smaller, convenient, leakproof containers. Easy to clean and refill. Use them for salt and pepper, too. Both sizes weigh less than 1/4 oz.

Gerber Ultralight & LST (Light, Strong, Tough)

Some people like to carry knives that do 50,000 different things. Our knives just cut. And they weigh only 6/10s and 1.2 ounces. It's a great way to reduce your pack weight at no sacrifice in quality. Gerber knives are virtually indestructible.

Equinox Ultralight Stuff Bags

Reduce your overall weight with these ultralight stuff bags. They're made from 1.1 oz. silicone-coated ripstop nylon. Seams are double needled for strength. There's a grosgrain webbing handle across the bottom, drawstring, and cord lock. Color: Assorted

Equinox Ultralight Compression Bags

Ultralight stuff bags are made from 1.1 oz. silicone-coated ripstop nylon. Uses light weight 3/4" nylon webbing. Color: Assorted

Zip-Seal Plastic Bags

These feather-light containers hold things like first aid supplies, pills, and other small items that need to be kept together in a dry place. You can reseal them over and over. They're made of strong 2-mil waterproof poly. The 2"x3" size weigh 3/100s ounce each., and the 3"x5" size weigh 9/100s of an ounce each.

MontBell Ultralight Trekking Umbrella

Many hikers swear by umbrellas, and Montbell's is amazingly light using acrylic coated,ultra-thin (0.045 mm) Ballistic Airlight™ nylon. Durable aluminum ribs fold in half for storage. Blue. Just 5.5 oz., 5.6 oz. with stuff sack.

Windproof/Waterproof Matches

Enjoy the security of knowing these matches will light in any weather. These packages of 20 matches weigh only 6/10s of an ounce, less than half as much as matches in those heavy plastic or metal match boxes. 2 boxes

Coghlan's First Aid Kit

Be prepared for emergencies with a balanced assortment of 23 items. It's a compact kit that fits neatly in your pocket or pack. And it weighs only 1.1 oz. It's a great way to cut your carrying weight by more than half and still be prepared for emergencies. You can even put everything in a small ziplock bag instead of the original plastic and get the total weight down to less than an ounce.

Campers' Towel

The Campers' Towel is more than twice as light as most towels this size (under 3 oz.). Cut it in half, and it's even lighter. It absorbs 10 times its weight in moisture. It's compact and gets even softer with age. It's washable and dries quickly so you can hit the trail again. 10" x 27" Color varies.

Biodegradable Toilet Paper

This 100% biodegradable toilet paper is the perfect size for backpacking. It comes in rolls of 140 sheets. Don't try to go too light on this item -- could be dangerous. 1 ounce each roll.

Featherweight Mirror

It's made of unbreakable acrylic material, and weighs only 8/10s of an oz., so it's much lighter than metal mirrors. It's good not only for grooming but is an essential piece of emergency equipment.

Campsuds Biodegradable Soap

Campsuds cleans your hands, face, hair, clothing, or dishes -- anything washable. It works in hot, cold, or salt water. It's concentrated, so a few drops will do the job. Put some in our 1/4 or 1/2 oz. containers and you'll have enough soap for your trip and cut the weight of this item by more than half. 2 oz. net weighs 2.9 oz. and 4 oz. net weighs 5.3 oz.

Micro Compass (on left).

Strapper Compass (on right).

Sun Micro Compass

At only 3/10s of an ounce (4/10s with the lanyard), you can cut your carrying weight on this item by half or more, and still get great reliability. The luminous dial is liquid filled and marked in 5 degree increments for fast and accurate readability. Look -- it's pointing right to our order form.

The Strapper by Sun Company

Hook the Strapper micro-compass on your belt loop, pack, or even your finger with the Velcro® strap. It's less than .2 oz. It features a luminous, liquid-filled dial. It seems to be pointing to the "add to cart" button.

Emergency Blanket

This pocket-size emergency blanket weighs only 1.8 oz., yet it could be the most inexpensive life insurance you'll ever buy. It reflects 80% of your body heat. 56" x 84", made of aluminized nonstretch polyester.

Ultrathon Insect Repellent

Consumer Reports lab test say Ultrathon is the longest-lasting, most effective repellent. It repels mosquitoes for over 12 hours and ticks for over 9 hours. Also effective against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and fleas. Contains 34% DEET in a controlled-release polymer. Moisture resistant through perspiration and rain. Buy our 1/4 or 1/2 oz. containers and make this item far lighter than a full 2 oz. container. 2 oz. net, total 2.5 oz.

Sawyer Permethrin For Clothing

Permethrin is a contact insecticide. It repels and kills ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and over 100 other insects. Pump spray on clothing, tents, or mosquito nets. Use in conjunction with DEET or Picaridin-based repellents on your skin for 99.99% effectiveness against mosquitoes and more.
6 fl. oz. (net)

Cutter Advanced (w/Picaridin)

A truly effective altenative to DEET. Cutter Advanced contains Picaridin, a new active ingredient that provides long lasting protection. Picaridin has been recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and prevention for effective protection against mosquitoes. Used in Europe and Australia since 1998 and approved in the U.S. in 2005. Odorless -- no chemical odor, no added fragrance. Feels light and clean on the skin. Will not harm plastics or other synthetic material. 1.7 oz, 1.0 oz. (net)

Sawyer Broad Spectrum

While DEET can repel all mosquitoes, ticks, and some flies, DEET does not repel all biting flies effectively. For those situations you will need the extra protection of the special fly repellent, R-326, which is added to this formula and is effective against flies, gnats and no-see-ums. 16.6% DEET. For times when sprays are more convenient than lotions, this is the formula to use. Sawyer’s Broad Spectrum contains no alcohol which has been shown to increase skin absorption of DEET, and is the only non-alcohol spray repellent in the USA.
Size: 4 ounce (net) pump spray

Emergency "Thunderer" Whistle

Throw that metal whistle as far as you can. It's 6 times heavier than this little plastic beauty. The Thunderer is smaller and lighter than a "normal" size plastic whistle, too. This could be a life-saver at only 2/10s of an ounce.

Small Aluminum Alloy Whistle

Not as loud as the Thunderer, but even lighter at just 1/10 ounce (without key ring). Assorted colors.

Atwater Carey Hand Sanitizer

Antibacterial gel kills germs and bacteria without water. Stay healthy by keeping your hands clean. 2 oz. net, total 2.6 oz.

Mosquito Head Net

Keep mosquitoes and other insects out. Fits comfortably over most hats. Great for use with bivys and tarps without netting. Only .6 oz.

McNett Seam Grip Seam Sealer

Flexible urethane formula seals seams or repairs gear. Seals seams on natural and synthetic fabrics. Waterproof and permanent. Great for equipment repair, too. Incredibly strong. 1 oz. tube with brush applicator.

McNett Sil-Net Silicone Seam Sealant

100% Silicone seam sealant formulated for sealing seams on tent or other outdoor products that are coated with silicone-based products. 1.5 oz. tube with brush.

Shipping $4.95 on all ordering within the United States. We use United States Postal Service Priority Mail for quick delivery, usually 2 to 3 days. Foreign orders are always sent by Express Mail for fast delivery (usually 3 to 5 days) and tracking. Most Canadian orders are $29.95, and most other foreign orders are $39.95. For foreign orders, the ordering system will automatically add $4.95 for shipping. To add the extra amounts, go to “Additional Charges” on the “Ordering” page and click on the “Add to Cart” button. Add the appropriate amount of dollars under “Quantity,” $25 for Canada or $35 for other foreign countries.

Contact

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