Are expensive backpacks really worth it? In this video, I take a look at my experience with newer, fancier kit and compare it ...

Go behind the scenes at the Outside Lab. See how we used data and science to stress-test rain shells, backpacks, and ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Backpacking through Europe no longer has to mean empty bank accounts, overnight buses out of desperation, or skipping meals ...

Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you’re setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking ...