After carrying a heavy backpack around four countries in Europe, I regretted leaving my carry-on suitcase at home.

YETI is getting ready for hiking season with a new hiking backpack that’s designed to make your upcoming hiking trips ...

Best backpacking gear for 2026 includes ultralight tents, reliable water filters, and comfort-focused sleep systems tested ...

Both the men’s and women’s backpack designs offer a high level of comfort even while carrying heavy loads. It can be hard to find a backpack that fits petite bodies, but the Gregory Deva pack seems to ...

Our expert guide to the best women's backpacks: from climbing, to walking, to traveling, it's time to do it all in comfort ...

I hate mosquitos. Like, really hate them. I don’t know if it’s my genetics or my propensity for sweating, but I can rarely walk out of the woods without a million bites covering my body. I’ll watch my ...

Whether you’re preparing for your first backpacking trip or packing the night before your once-in-a-lifetime, it’s important to remember the essentials with a backpacking checklist. I’ve been ...

Budget airline flyers, minimalists and Marie Kondo — listen up. For those that travel light, hate checking a bag or just love having everything handy, having the perfect backpack can make or break a ...

Selecting a backpack for school is like choosing a fashion accessory. It’s something kids wear all day long and is often an extension of their personal style. However, many schools now require ...

For most hikers, backpacking chairs are not a necessity but a luxury. We each have our preferences and personal items that help elevate camp comfort, and a camp chair might be one of them. I’m not a ...