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LightHeart Gear

Lightweight and Ultra-lightweight backpacking has become very
popular over the last several years. This has become possible
through the use of modern synthetic fabrics and other materials
along with innovative design. Dual or multiple use items have
also allowed backpackers to reduce their pack weight. A lower
pack weight often increases the likelihood of success and
enjoyment on a backpacking trip.

LightHeart Gear is the brainchild of Judy Gross, AKA HeartFire.
An avid hiker, and dressmaker, she lamented about the need to
carry a 4+ pound tent during her thru hike attempt of the
Appalachian Trail in 2006 (read her trail journal). This was the
single heaviest item in her pack other than food and water. With
her skills of sewing and pattern design, and her knowledge of
backpacking, she has designed several ultra-light products for
backpacking and hiking.

See LightHeart Gear in the news:

4-9-2009 - Franklin welcomes AT hikers at April Fool's
Trail Days Celebration
Click here for the complete article


2-22-2010 - LightHeart Gear Interview
by Hiking in Finland Blog
Click here for interview

5-13-10 YouTube video of LightHeart Solo
By Hendrik of Hiking Finland Blog
Click here for video

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LightHeart Tents are a
****Patent Pending Design****
Effective July 25, 2010

I will be on vacation / out hiking until Sept 20th.

Regular (Gray) tent orders for both the Duo & Solo
will continue to be filled as usuall within 24 hrs of
receiving the order.

Custom orders will not be possible until my return.
I do have the following colored tents on hand - Sky
Blue, Tan, Forest Green, & Teal Green. These can be
shipped immediately. All but the forest green tent
have a black floor. The forest green tent has a tan
floor and tan side walls.