Some of them broke. (For the ultralight fanatics I also weighed them before and after to see how much sediment they had picked up.) Based on this field testing, here are my top picks for the best ...

Rucking, the practice of walking (or hiking) with a weighted pack, can be a fun way to vary your workout. Ahead, trainers ...

the Baby Banter is best suited for the hiking and backpacking crowd. The Baby Banter features a 2.92" drop point Nitro-V stainless steel blade. Made by New Jersey Steel Baron, Nitro-V excels in all ...

You can't enjoy the sights if you're pissed that your back is aching. Luckily, with one of the best hiking backpacks over your shoulders, you’ll be more capable, comfortable, and confident on ...

Whether it’s making your morning coffee or cooking a warm evening meal, a backpacking stove is an important part of your backcountry kitchen. To figure out which model provides the best performance ...

A sleeping bag is one of your most important pieces of camping gear. We've found the best backpacking sleeping bags for every ...

We tested 11 pairs of hiking sandals for comfort, traction and more. Only 1 pair is worth your money. Here’s why.

We spoke with female travel experts to identify the best backpacks for women ... “Once traveling, it serves as a hiking day-pack, with plenty of room for water, snacks, extra clothing, and ...

The contoured yoke padded shoulder straps, waist belt, and reinforced back panel attempt to ease the burden, but these bags aren’t the best choice for backcountry backpacking. If that’s your ...

On the big and bulky side If you’re backpacking with a group or just fancy a bit more room, a four-person tent could suit you best. The compromise with a bigger capacity is you’re usually ...