"Had most of the same features as packs costing 5 to 10 times more." ...

Silence. Breathtaking beauty. Solitude, peace and serenity. These sensations and feelings are all the result of choosing a trail, packing your gear and heading out on a backpacking adventure, where ...

We hauled heavy loads through Alaska’s Chugach and the Italian Dolomites to find the best backpacking packs at every price ...

Backpacking is a great way to get off the grid, hone your survival skills, observe wilderness at its most wild, and perhaps best of all, drop crowds. But spending even a single night outdoors, far ...

The best hiking daypack is an essential piece of outdoor gear for day-long adventures on the trail. Heading out to take on a bite-sized adventure, whether you’re close to home or traveling, is more ...

I know what you're thinking: aren't daypacks just backpacks? Not necessarily, according to Joe Bassett, hiking guide and founder of Valiant Outfitters. "All daypacks are backpacks, but not all ...