An Eddie Bauer stowaway backpack is a larger, yet still lightweight pack. It folds up and stows away (hence the name) in a small zip-up pouch when you’re not hiking. This backpack is ideal for a ...

Whether you’re in the middle of your first thru-hike or planning out next season’s adventures, upgrading to ultralight backpacking gear is a smart investment. The more grams you shed, the farther ...

For plenty of outdoorsmen and women, ultralight backpacking conjures up a particularly kooky image. Sawed-off toothbrushes. Dingy plastic water bottles with water filters screwed on top. Backpacks — ...

It’s digging into your shoulders and literally dragging you down. That old backpack. It’s just not cutting it anymore. Time to invest in something new. There are so many options, though, and the ...

These little things make a big difference when you’re hiking for days on end. Lightweight, comfortable, and ergonomic, all of the backpacks we feature on our list are internal frame backpacks as ...

If you spend enough time backpacking, you may consider switching to an ultralight setup, as it opens the door to longer, faster adventures and allows you to travel more freely. A lightweight tent ...

The 40L Waterproof Lightweight Hiking Backpack is your trusty companion for outdoor adventures, especially when gearing up ...

Staying comfy on a hike or backpacking trip is vital, regardless of the season. As for footwear on the trail, lightweight hiking boots quicken your pace and protect you from dreadful mid-hike woes ...