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weight weenie

(noun)

weight weenie (noun) — A hiker, especially an ultralight backpacker, who is extremely conscious of the weight of their gear and strives to minimize it.

A hiker, especially an ultralight backpacker, who is extremely conscious of the weight of their gear and strives to minimize it.

Example

As a weight weenie, he carefully chose each piece of gear to reduce his pack weight.

Synonyms

gram weenie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is weight weenie?

A hiker, especially an ultralight backpacker, who is extremely conscious of the weight of their gear and strives to minimize it.

How do you use "weight weenie" in a sentence?

As a weight weenie, he carefully chose each piece of gear to reduce his pack weight.

What is another word for weight weenie?

Common synonyms for weight weenie include gram weenie.

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