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BACKPACKING LIGHT AUSTRALIA

At Backpacking Light, we've selected the best lightweight outdoor gear and clothing for your next adventure.

Shop online, or visit us in store if you're in Melbourne. You can also chat to us by phone or email; we're happy to spend time providing personalised recommendations, to ensure you have the most suitable gear for your activity.

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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Ultralight Tent
Big Agnes
$869.95 from $585.95 Save $284.00
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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Ultralight Tent
Big Agnes
$949.95 $729.95 Save $220.00
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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Ultralight Tent
Big Agnes
$749.95 $449.95 Save $300.00
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Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL 2 SD 2 Person Tent Solution Dye
Big Agnes
$719.95 $479.95 Save $240.00
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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Bikepacking Tent
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$949.95 $729.95 Save $220.00
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Insulated Jackets

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Montane Anti-Freeze Down Hoodie Women’s
Montane
$389.00 from $299.00 Save $90.00
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Montane Anti-Freeze Down Hoodie Men’s
Montane
$399.00 from $299.00 Save $100.00
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Montane Anti-Freeze XT Down Hoodie Women's
Montane
$489.00 from $399.00 Save $90.00
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Montane Anti-Freeze Lite Down Hoodie Women's
Montane
$329.00 from $249.00 Save $80.00
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Montane Alpine 850 Lite Down Hoodie Men's
Montane
$599.00 $539.00 Save $60.00
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Patagonia Down Sweater Vest Men's
Patagonia
$349.95 $314.96 Save $34.99
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Montane Anti-Freeze XT Down Hoodie Men's
Montane
$499.00 from $399.00 Save $100.00
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Montane Anti-Freeze Vest Men's
Montane
$299.00 $269.10 Save $29.90
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Montane Fireball Insulated Hooded Jacket Men's
Montane
$349.00 $299.00 Save $50.00
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Montane Anti-Freeze Down Jacket Men’s
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$389.00 $350.10 Save $38.90
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Aarn
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
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Nemo
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Patagonia
Patagonia
Sea to Summit
Sea to Summit

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Melbourne VIC 3000
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