Backpacking packs are among the toughest items to fully test within the course of a season. They’re more complex than apparel, they take longer than boots to show their pain points, and all the bells and whistles can take dozens of miles to evaluate. That means each pack needs at least ...
Of all the backbackping backpacks we tested this year, none offered better value for money than the Gregory Stout 55 (men's) and Amber 54 (women's). These are high-quality backpacking rucksacks with an exceptional fit, comfort, and durability, but cost significantly less than most of thei...
Backpacking backpacks are built to hold up to a whole lot of abuse—after all, what other piece of gear do you routinely rake past sharp branches, throw on the ground, or sit on top of? That said, not all packs are created equal, and some are much more durable than others. The fabr...
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Hiking backpacks are designed for specific purposes. Ranging in price from $90-$450, these are the best options for travel or the trail.
Best Backpacks for Backpacking For trips no longer than a week we’ve found that gas camping stoves generally tend to be the best all-round type of fuel and that’s why the majority of options on this page are canister fed. Still, there are trips and scenarios where alternative fuels migh...
Backpacks come in many sizes and designs for a reason: so do backpackers. Some of us need a pack for moderate loads, some for heavy loads, and others, increasingly, for lightweight or ultralight backpacking. Some prefer a minimalist pack, others a range of features and access. Everyone want...
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You deserve a better backpack. See “The 10 Best Backpacking Packs” and thebest ultralight backpacks. TheSea to SummitAlto TR2 ultralight backpacking tent in the Pasayten Wilderness. Sea to Summit Alto TR2 $549, 2 lbs. 9 oz./1162g
Best Overall Backpacking Sleeping Pad 1.Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT ($210) Category:Air pad Weight:13 oz. Thickness:3 in. R-value:4.5 What we like:Great warmth-to-weight ratio for 3-season backpacking; new, quieter design. What we don’t:Pricey; not as easy to fill as the Tenso...