Big rucksacks need to tick many boxes to perform well. Our experts explain what these 'must-haves' are and recommend our ...

If you're only going hiking for a day you really don't need a huge pack, just something compact and comfortable. From ...

From school days into adulthood, we’ve all toted around our favorite backpacks, trusting them to keep our belongings safe and secure as we move about the world. And when it comes to hiking, the same ...

From quick overnighters to extensive thru-hikes, how you carry your weight while backpacking matters above all else. You’re essentially living out of your pack, meaning you have to bring with you ...

Whether you need a super-rugged hiking bag or a laptop bag for going to work, REI has some of our favorite bags and backpacks ...

From scenic walks on a towpath to intense treks on high-incline trails, taking the proper gear with you will keep you prepared for unexpectedly long days, temperature changes, and inclement weather.

ONE OF THE biggest perks of being Senior Gear Editor at Men’s Health is that I get to test a lot of gear, like A LOT of ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Your trusty old backpack will do for a day hike. But if you're ready for more ...

When you’re going on a hike, you should always carry the ten essentials: Important gear items you pack to use on the trail, at times in the midst of an emergency. But in order to carry all that ...

Looking to equip outdoor adventurers with a few survival-oriented tricks up their sleeves, Canadian startup Toporo has taken to Kickstarter with a trekking pole that does just that. From the outside ...