Backpacks

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The 7 Best Packable Backpacks for Travel & Everyday Use, Tested
The Best Packable Backpacks for Travel and Everyday Carry | Tested & Approved

Our guide to the best compact, stashable backpacks for travel and every day use that you probably never even knew you needed

Camping Gear Rental Guide: Where to Get Outfitted for Your Next Trip
The Best Places to Rent Camping, Backpacking, and Hiking Gear Online

Whether you're looking for car camping staples, backpacking equipment, or even a full size yurt, these online and IRL rental shops can help get you

Inside Cimoro, Maker of Custom Ultralight Backpacks & Sought-After Apparel
London's Cimoro Makes Custom Backpacks & Sought-After Gear for Ultralight Adventure

How the designer behind the cottage label turned a Saville Row education into designing performance packs & custom gear that fit like a bespoke suit

How Durston Turned an Ultralight Tent Idea Into a Beloved Hiking Gear Brand
Why Durston Gear's Weatherproof, Affordable Tents are Beloved by Backpackers

Informed by years of thru-hiking, British Columbia's Dan Durston and his namesake outdoor equipment have earned a loyal following among UL backpackers

With Community Series Trailish, New York City Runners Go Off Road
New Group Run Series Trailish Offers Trail Curious New Yorkers a Path to Go Off Road

The monthly event by Brooklyn outdoor store Outlandish provides city joggers a safe space to try trail. Here's what you need to know to get involved

How Australian Outdoor Brand Zorali Embraces a "Less Is More" Mentality
How Australian Outdoor Brand Zorali Is Growing by Making Less

After establishing a robust line of camping gear and apparel, Zorali is intent on making its products more sustainable instead of adding new designs

Pa'lante Snow Pack Review: A Backcountry Pack Inspired by Ultralight Hiking
Ultralight Innovator Pa'lante Introduces Its First Bag for Backcountry Ski Missions

Hands-on with the new minimalist backpack designed to haul just the essentials (avy gear included) on fast and light backcountry missions

Kitworks Launches Gear Storage System to Solve for Messy Closets & Garages
New Brand Kitworks Launches to Make It Easier—and More Fun—to Store All Your Gear

Tired of plastic Rubbermaid bins, this new company has a novel theory about outdoor gear organization (it's modular and involves lots of accessories)

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