Backpacks

Premium vs Affordable Daypacks for Hiking: When to Spend and When to Save
Affordable vs Premium Day Packs: How to Know When to Splurge on Hiking Gear

Are fancy packs worth the money? Understand the differences between affordable and premium day hiking backpacks to make an informed decision

Essential Hiking Gear for Beginners: All You Need to Know Before You Buy
The Ultimate Hiking Gear Checklist for Beginner Hikers: Where to Start & What to Pack

Hit the trails prepared with our complete guide and checklist to hiking gear, from shoes to backpacks, according to pros

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Packs to Apparel & Beyond
Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Backpacks to Apparel & Beyond

How the innovative brand defies definition, from outfitting FKT thru-hikes in 2017 to launching apparel inspired by climbing, fly fishing, and skating

How to Choose Between Lightweight and High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks
Lightweight vs. High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks: A Comparison Guide

Multi-day backpacking trips require the right kind of pack -- here's how to choose the right style for your needs

How to Pick the Perfect Hiking Backpack, According to a Pro Gear Tester
How to Select the Perfect Hiking Backpack: Pro Tips & Recommendations

Using the right backpack makes all the difference for comfort and convenience when hiking - here's how to find the right one for you

How to Pack Your Hiking Backpack Like a Pro
Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Packing Tips for Hikers

With 20+ years experience, our gear expert dives into the art of packing a hiking backpack for maximum comfort and efficiency in the great outdoors

The 7 Best Backpack Coolers for Camping, Hiking, Beach Days & Beyond
The 7 Best Soft Cooler Backpacks for Outdoor Adventures

From picnics to day hikes, these backpack coolers make it easy to enjoy your favorite foods and refreshments in the great outdoors

Peak Design Outdoor Backpack Review: A Pack Built for Adventure Photography
Peak Design Outdoor Backpack Review: A Purpose-Built Pack for Adventure Photography

The camera bag pros at Peak Design finally built a backpack for shooting outdoors, so our photographer took one to the French Alps

Light Done Right: Mystery Ranch's Bomber Packs Get a Lightweight Update
Light Done Right: Mystery Ranch's Bomber Packs Get a Lightweight Update

How the Montana brand best known for making maximalist, durable (and yes, heavy) backpacks is going light with new Galligator, Scree, and Radix packs

8 Best Tote Backpacks for Travel and Everyday Use in 2024
The 8 Best Tote Backpacks for Travel and Everyday Use

From commuting to wandering foreign locales, these totepacks will help keep you organized and stylish during your adventures

CamelBak's Adventure Travel Pack Might Be the Best Bags for Daily Exploring
CamelBak's New Adventure Travel Packs Might Just Be the Best Bags for Daily Exploring

Made of 100% recycled materials with 26L and 20L options, these sustainable daypacks feature all one needs for town, trail time, and general wandering

Best Daypacks for Hiking: Our Top 12 Picks for 2024
The 12 Best Daypacks for Hiking & Short Adventures

A deep dive into the world of daypacks designed for short day hikes, quick mountain ascents, commuting around town, and everything in between