You may feel off-balance. This backpack has a hydration-compatible sleeve but no bladder. There are tons of hiking backpacks on the market, but I wanted to focus on outdoor brands with a ...

Does your backpack need to be waterproof? I took a look at some of the best hiking daypacks available—at a variety of price points—to help you choose. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for decades, ...

Considering suitcases have all too often stolen the limelight, the trend of embracing the humble backpack is one we’re fully on board with, and we’ve been busy rounding up the best options on the ...

There's no better feeling than sinking into a warm sleeping bag after a long day spent in the great outdoors. Whether you're backpacking or enjoying an activity-filled backcountry camping ...

We love the aesthetics of the Helly Hansen Stockholm Backpack, which doesn’t necessarily look waterproof and yet performed superbly in our shower test. Water beaded perfectly on the exterior ...

If you're stressing about keeping your kit dry and organised, don't sweat it. We've reviewed some of the best dry bags, which ...

Your sleeping bag should insulate up to 20 degrees lower than the typical 'low' temperature in your hiking area. For example, if the lows are typically 0-5 degrees in your area, your sleeping bag ...

Say goodbye to bulky sleeping bags and hello to the best lightweight companions in our roundup. We've tested a plethora of options perfect for backpacking, bikepacking, and fastpacking ...

We were blown away by this bag’s low weight, given how many added extras there are – from the mesh pockets incorporated into the shoulder straps, the carrying fixtures for hiking poles and the ...