We take Montane’s adventure-ready Trailblazer XT25L Backpack into the mountains to test its backcountry credentials ...

The best camping mattresses can help you get a great night of sleep even when you’re in a tent or car. Wake up ready for ...

Before testing backpacking quilts ... because they attach to a sleeping pad to hold them in place. Many lightweight and ultralight backpackers prefer quilts because, without a zipper and with ...

lightweight and durable. It's a great option for a weekend getaway bag and is an excellent little backpack to have on hand for tours and day trips once you make it to your destination. If you're ...

A lightweight backpack for hiking – and for running – might well ... In our guide to the best day packs, the cheapest is the Mountain Hardwear UL 20, which offers the benefits of being ...

From camp chairs, to comfy shoes to lanterns, consider the following outdoorsy luxuries for your next fall backpacking ...

Some backpacks offer more organizational features than others. This roundup of the best backpacks for school will set you up ...

An ultralight, bounce-free pack ideal for moving with speed? A backpack that’s stylish ... and a few loops for hiking poles. Loaded up on a five-mile day hike, it felt secure and comfortable.

Alex Robinson Each day, testers were assigned a new stove to use while making their morning coffee, and cooking up the best backpacking food. The team included thru-hikers, ultralight enthusiasts, and ...

Realistic expectations and careful planning are necessary to ensure a great, fulfilling and memorable backpacking experience.

Anything weighing less than two kilos is ideal. A tent weighing between two and four kilos will still serve purpose, but you ...